For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing pack weight for weekend backpacking trips and thru-hikes alike. Every ...

Ultralight backpacker Joe McConoughay, known on the trails as ‘Stringbean’, holds the speed record for the Appalachian Trail and is here to share his essentials for the 2,160-mile hike. On the go for ...

Unlike RV camping or car camping at established campgrounds, backpacking allows you to experience the backcountry on a more intimate level. You’ll have to rely solely on what you’re able to carry on ...

If you're only going hiking for a day you really don't need a huge pack, just something compact and comfortable. From ...

Hikers can be easy to shop for. There is so much hiking gear, apparel, and accessories out there, and so many different styles, colors, and use cases that the gift options are plentiful. Almost, too ...

Backpacking backpacks are undergoing a sea change. Huge 70-liter, heavily padded, fully-featured models are on their way out, and the minimalist packs pioneered by thru-hikers are in. Today’s ...

Choosing a solid tent for when you’re trekking in the wilderness can be one of the most nerve-racking parts of getting into backpacking. Not only is it likely the most expensive piece of gear in your ...