Short hikes don’t require much equipment, so carry all your belongings in a lightweight pack that won’t tire you out.

An Eddie Bauer stowaway backpack is a larger, yet still lightweight pack. It folds up and stows away (hence the name) in a small zip-up pouch when you’re not hiking. This backpack is ideal for a ...

While spring days will often bring warmer temperatures compared to winter, nights can still be cold. It’s a good idea to ...

The Florida-based ultralight gear maker focuses most of its attention on backpacking's big three (shelter, sleeping system, backpack), where it offers some of the lightest gear out there via no ...

Small backpacking brands are bracing for rising costs and tough choices as tariffs hit materials and manufacturing, putting ...

For most day hikers, a frameless pack is a fine choice. Because it uses less material than an internal frame pack, it is ...

Our reviews will give insight into the advantages and disadvantages of some of the most popular backpacking sleeping bags on the market. And if you’re a real ounce-counter or looking to tackle long ...

The Bluetti Hands Free backpack retails for $600 but you can often find it at a steep discount, making it a surprisingly ...

Do you have some hiking or camping trips coming up on the agenda? Well, we have some exciting news for you! REI is hosting an ...