Backpacking

5 Ways to Lighten Your Pack for Backpacking

With thru-hikes like the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail gaining popularity, hikers are constantly looking to shed weight from their packs. But you…

Written by GJ Staff February 19, 2020

Save 40%: The North Face Gear Is on Sale Now

Check out our three favorite deals from The North Face sale at Backcountry. Save up to 40% on jackets, footwear, shorts, and more outdoor gear…

Written by Mallory Paige February 19, 2020

Your Brain Is Gear: 21 Questions With Andrew Skurka

Andrew Skurka is something of a god in the world of ultralight backpacking and long-distance solo treks. He visited GearJunkie to answer some of our…

Written by Sean McCoy November 11, 2019

Gift Guide: Shop Now, Relax Before the Holidays

We’ve found the best gifts for all the adventure-loving people in your life. Shop these early-bird gifts now and get back outside doing what you love.

Written by Mary Murphy November 06, 2019

Backpackers: This Is the Only Coffee Mug You Need

The GSI Outdoors Infinity Backpacking Mug is cheap, effective, and light. I’ve been abusing one for several years, and it just keeps on working as…

Written by Sean McCoy October 18, 2019

Backcountry Fuel Box Review: Change Up Your Outdoor Menu

For nearly a year, I’ve been receiving the Backcountry Fuel Box. And the snacks, meals, and bars kept me powered through the summer hiking and…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 11, 2019

3 Major FKT Records Set Last Week

Thru-hikers and ultrarunners have been crushing all summer, but some athletes are just getting into their peak season. These are three major FKTs that fell…

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

Hit the Trails Like ‘The Real Hiking Viking’

Gloriously bearded year-round hiker Thomas Gathman (aka The Real Hiking Viking) shares some of his most-trusted gear for conquering long distances.

Written by GJ Staff September 12, 2019

How to Enjoy a Bear Encounter

By taking the time to learn how to employ a variety of safety strategies around our ursine friends, you can safely enjoy a bear encounter.…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 19, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: Kogalla RA Adventure Light Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive an RA lighting package from Kogalla!

Written by GJ Staff August 16, 2019

Best Backpacking Gear: Yosemite Guide Reveals What’s in His Pack

A Yosemite backpacking guide shares his picks for the best backpacking gear to fill your pack in 2019.

Written by GJ Staff July 29, 2019

NEMO Dragonfly 2-Person Tent Review: Ultralight, Ultralivable

The NEMO Dragonfly 2P backpacking tent checks all the boxes for two people headed out on the hiking trail.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 02, 2019

Osprey Exos 58 Review: Popular Lightweight Backpack Gets Better

The Osprey Exos 58 is a capable, multiday, framed backpack nearly as light as many frameless models. We put it to the test for this…

Written by Seiji Ishii June 13, 2019

NEMO Switchback Ultralight Sleeping Pad Review: New Take on Classic Design

NEMO challenges the gold standard in ultralight sleeping pads with the Switchback Ultralight Sleeping Pad. Is the Switchback better than the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol?

Written by Chelsey Magness June 03, 2019

3 Luxury Backpacking Items: What’s on Your List?

This video highlights useful comfort items to take on thru-hikes. Even if it may seem bizarre or add weight, I’m sure we all have items…

Written by Nate Mitka May 30, 2019

The 5 Essentials of Backpacking: On Sale Now

To go backpacking, you need a backpack, a tent, a stove, and a sleeping bag and pad. Here are five awesome options to hit the…

Written by Nate Mitka May 21, 2019

Best Memorial Day Sales: Outdoor and Camping Gear

Memorial Day means massive sales from top brands. Here, we feature the best Memorial Day sales we’ve found and handpicked our favorite outdoor gear deal…

Written by Jake Ferguson May 21, 2019

8 Lessons Learned From a 4,000-Mile Human-Powered Trek to the Arctic

Covering 4,000 miles through the wilds of Alaska revealed a few truths for Caroline Van Hemert. She shares these lessons that others can apply to wilderness…

Written by GJ Staff April 29, 2019

Why We Secretly Hate Headlamps: BioLite Solves the Unspoken

Headlamps can be a headache. BioLite releases its first headlamp and aims to make it both functional and comfy.

Written by Julie Kailus April 23, 2019

Good Medicine: What to Pack in Your Backcountry First-Aid Kit

No one wants to have to use first aid. But everyone wants the goods when bad stuff goes down in the backcountry.

Written by Julie Kailus March 19, 2019

Meet the ‘Omelette Guy’: Trail Angel Cooks Food for AT Hikers

Out of pure generosity, the Omelette Guy sets up shop on the Appalachian Trail to feed hungry hikers. He doesn’t charge anything, and the serving…

Written by Nate Mitka March 08, 2019

Free Gear Fridays: HOKA ONE ONE SKY Boots Giveaway

This week, three lucky men and three lucky women will receive their choice of a pair of SKY hiking boots from HOKA ONE ONE!

Written by Kurt Barclay March 01, 2019

REI Quarter Dome SL Tent Review: Same Name, Different Beast

REI’s flagship backpacking tent gets a flashy update for 2019. But how does it stack up in the field?

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 26, 2019

Nasty Beautiful: Captivating Images Expose Hikers at Their Most Vulnerable

These Vogue-like staged photographs started as a drunk stunt but grew into something else along the 2,653-mile Pacific Crest Trail.

Written by Julie Kailus February 21, 2019

This Lowe Alpine Backpack From the ’90s Is a GearJunkie Favorite

My Lowe Alpine backpack was a gift from a college boyfriend, an avid outdoorsman and the first person to really introduce me to playing in…

Written by Julie Kailus January 17, 2019

Hiking in Olympic National Park: From Sea to Summit to Rainforest

In seven full days we backpacked in three different ecosystems found in Olympic National Park. With two days in the mountains, two by the Pacific…

Written by Kyle Nossaman October 15, 2018

No Stove Needed: Omeals Self-Heating Backpacking Meal Review

Omeals are a unique and fresh take on backcountry cuisine. The self-heating meals are no more expensive than freeze-dried backpacking meals and are easily prepared…

Written by Kyle Nossaman September 26, 2018

Dyneema ‘REpack’ Feed Bag Lightens Load for Dehydrated Meals

Painfully simple yet surprisingly high-tech, the REpack aims to change how you eat at the campsite.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 25, 2018

Tested: Sierra Designs Backcountry Quilt With ‘Hideaway Hood’

Quilts are lighter, cheaper, and nearly fail-safe. The zipperless down throws have become synonymous with fast-and-light endeavors. And now, Sierra Designs offers a hooded quilt.

Written by Steve Graepel September 17, 2018

MSR WindBurner Duo Review: Twice the Volume, Same Boil Speed

After countless backcountry hunting expeditions, the MSR Windburner Duo has proved itself invaluable. It boils a lot of water quickly, which means less waiting for…

Written by GJ Staff September 17, 2018

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