Backpacking

Warm and Cozy: Rumpl Launches Lighter, Warmer ‘Featherlite’ Blanket

Rumpl’s down blanket just got way lighter, smaller, and warmer. But you’ll have to pay for its premium, ultralight status.

Written by Mary Murphy September 17, 2020

BioLite HeadLamp 750 First Look: ‘Run Forever’ Lumens With a Few Quirks

BioLite released its first HeadLamp in 2018, breaking into the market with one of the sleekest designs we’ve ever seen. This week, the brand unveiled…

Written by Seiji Ishii September 17, 2020

How to Hang a Bear Bag 101

If you’re heading into bear country, it’s absolutely vital to store your food and other items safely out of reach from hungry bears. This protects…

Written by Johanna Flashman September 15, 2020

The Best Backpacking Stoves & Cookware on Sale Now

These MSR stoves from GearJunkie’s own ‘Best Backpacking Stoves’ review are on sale right now.

Written by GJ Staff September 01, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Sea to Summit Hydraulic Dry Pack & Bag Giveaway

This week, three lucky winners will receive a new Hydraulic Dry Pack or their choice of Lightweight Dry Sack or eVent Compression Dry Sack from Sea to…

Written by GJ Staff August 28, 2020

New to the Outdoors? These 4 Hobbies Are Perfect for Beginners

Interest in outdoor activities has hit a fever pitch this year, with many people looking for new ways to experience the outdoors. If you’re one…

Written by GJ Staff August 27, 2020

14 Himalayan Hikes You Have to Experience

The Himalayas, which translates to ‘land of snow,’ inspire dreams of remote hiking, climbing granite towers, trekking through the slopes, and being on the veritable top…

Written by GJ Staff August 17, 2020

The Real Life of Adventure Travel TV Host Eric Hanson

What is one crucial piece of gear for adventure travel? Is a dream job overrated? How does the outdoor industry include more people of color?…

Written by GJ Staff August 12, 2020

Backcountry Bites: Backpacking Meal Ideas

Meal planning for backpacking can be an intimidating task. Luckily, we’ve put together a guide to planning meals for your next backcountry trip including backpacking…

Written by Ilana Newman August 07, 2020

Beginners’ Backpacking: Here’s How It Works

Colorado brand Kelty recruited four backpacking beginners to experience the wonders of the wild — and recorded the adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy August 03, 2020

6 Tips to Pack Like a Pro for Your Next Backcountry Adventure

Dave and Amy Freeman literally spent a full year in the backcountry. So they know what to pack and what to leave at home for…

Written by GJ Staff July 14, 2020

Get the Perfect Pack for Summer: Osprey on Sale Now!

Osprey is one of the highest-rated backpack companies with innovative features and overall quality. Grab a new pack for 25-45% off during this sale.

Written by Rhea Jha July 01, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Therm-a-Rest Sleeping Pad Giveaway

This week, three lucky winners will receive a Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe Sleeping Pad!

Written by GJ Staff June 26, 2020

Therm-A-Rest Changes the Way You Camp

Sleeping pads bring the comfort of home into our tents. However, inflating and deflating the pads is often a tedious drawback.

Written by GJ Staff June 22, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Princeton Tec Adventure Headlamp Bundle Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a three-piece bundle of Princeton Tec headlamps, including the Axis Rechargeable, ReFuel, and Vizz.

Written by GJ Staff June 19, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: RapidPure Backpacking Kit Giveaway

This week, three lucky winners will receive an adventure kit from RapidPure, including a universal water bottle adapter, a purifier straw, and a backpacking medical kit!

Written by GJ Staff June 05, 2020

Kula Releases ‘In Solidarity’ Cloth Collab to Support Diversity Outdoors

Kula Cloth’s passion goes beyond Leave No Trace. With its latest collab, Kula is taking action to help create more diversity in the outdoors.

Written by Mary Murphy June 04, 2020

Backpacking Essentials for Your Overnight Hike

What do you need for a backpacking trip? This checklist of backpacking essentials will have you ready to hit the trail.

Written by GJ Staff May 28, 2020

National Parks Reopen: What You Can Visit Now

Parks across the country are finally reopening. Learn which national parks are open now and which will be open later.

Written by Mary Murphy May 19, 2020

SlingFin Portal Review: The One Tent to Do (Almost) Everything

The SlingFin Portal is a lightweight, two-person, three-season tent that withstands four-season weather.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 06, 2020

Near-Death Experience: Watch Flash Flood Trap Team in Slot Canyon

Those who explore slot canyons must constantly consider the risks of flash floods. And when this group chooses to press forward in the face of…

Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2020

Survival Gear: 10 Items to Survive

The right gear in your backpack can literally save your life. But what survival gear should you bring?

Written by GJ Staff April 01, 2020

How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.

Written by GJ Staff March 27, 2020

How to Spend Your REI Dividend: Gear Up During the Co-op Sale

The REI Co-op Sale has started online. Let us help you find the best gear to spend your REI dividend on. Be sure to use…

Written by GJ Staff March 20, 2020

Trans Adirondack: The Hardest Thru-Hike You’ve Never Heard Of

Less than 10 years old, this thru-hike has already confounded three Triple Crown hikers.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 17, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Ledlenser Portable Backcountry Lights Giveaway

This week, five lucky winners will receive one of Ledlenser’s stellar backcountry lights!

Written by GJ Staff March 13, 2020

Save 44% on Our Favorite Sleeping Pad for Backpacking

Save $88 on our favorite sleeping pad for backpacking during the latest REI end-of-season sale. Get the Sea to Summit Comfort Plus Insulated Sleeping Pad…

Written by GJ Staff March 05, 2020

Watch the First Steps Into One of the Oldest Forests on Earth

Watch as an actual hidden forest with some of the oldest trees on Earth is revealed. And you can visit.

Written by Mary Murphy March 04, 2020

Take Your Adventure Anywhere: Gregory’s Travel Packs Are Built on Tradition

Gregory, the backpack brand that brought us the well-known Baltoro hiking pack and the Alpinisto mountaineering pack has been extending into adventure travel products over…

Written by GJ Staff March 02, 2020

Lightest REI Tents Yet: Flash Air 1 & 2 Out Now

To address the growing demand for ultralight backpacking and bikepacking tents, REI has created its lightest Co-op tents yet: the Flash Air 1 and 2.

Written by GJ Staff February 28, 2020

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