The Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2022
What’s the best ultralight backpack? We interviewed thru-hikers and put several models to the test to find some of the top lightweight hiking backpacks.
The Best Daypacks of 2022
We tested the best daypacks of 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include Osprey, Cotopaxi, and more.
Free Gear Fridays: Win an Ultralight Daypack, Tote From Hyperlite Mountain Gear!
This week, one lucky winner will receive a white Daybreak Daypack and 70L G.O.A.T. Tote from Hyperlite Mountain Gear.
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A Daypack for Every Outdoor Activity: Stone Glacier Avail 2200 Review
It hunts, hikes, skis, and travels. The Stone Glacier Avail 2200 is the go-to daypack for just about anything.
Matador Giveaway: Win $1,000 in Ultralight, Packable Gear
Matador Travel Equipment is giving away a solid $1,000 of purpose-built gear as a part of its new Travel Hard campaign.
KUIU’s Waypoint Duffel Is Simple, Travel-Friendly, and Darned Near Perfect
KUIU built its Waypoint duffels with the needs of hunters in mind. But it may have also incidentally built the perfect travel bag for those who want the perfect carry-on.
The Best Backpacking Backpacks of 2022
Head into the backcountry with the best backpacking backpacks of 2022. From budget-friendly options to ultra-comfortable picks, we’ve got you covered.
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Spring Hiking: Grab This Backcountry Gear to Cover You From Head to Toe
Stock up for hiking season with Backcountry. The brand has curated a mix of apparel and gear from top brands to cover you from head to toe.
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The Best Backpack Coolers of 2022
We tested the best backpack coolers of 2022 with styles for every budget. Top picks include OtterBox, YETI, and more!
Osprey UNLTD Backpacks Debut a 3D-Printed Lumbar, New Fabrics
The Osprey UNLTD backpacks are a sign of the brand’s future. The Osprey UNLTD line uses several innovative designs that mark a high water mark for its backpacks that will trickle down to other lines.
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The Best Ski Backpacks of 2022
From small packs designed for lift-access skiing to behemoths built for serious backcountry use, we found the best ski backpacks for every budget.
‘For Skiers on the Move’: Gregory Targhee FastTrack Pack Review
If you’re the type of backcountry skier who loves to get to the top of the mountain, rip off your skins, and quickly drop in, then odds are the Gregory Targhee FastTrack backpack is for you.
The Best Fanny Packs of 2022
We’ve found the best adventure fanny packs of 2022 for every budget. Top picks include Mountainsmith, Cotopaxi, and more!
The Best Travel Backpacks of 2022
We found the best travel backpacks of 2022, including top picks from Cotopaxi, Deuter, Osprey, Mammut, and more.
The Ultimate Travel Bag? Db Duplex Split Duffle Review
Looking for a perfect, durable, do-all duffel that offers versatility in both packing, and ways to carry? The Db Duplex Duffle may be it.
Hydro Flask Parent ‘Helen of Troy’ to Acquire Osprey Packs
After 47 years, Osprey Packs will join Hydro Flask in the outdoor adventure segment of Helen of Troy, a consumer goods development company.
Save Up to 50% Off: Save on Top Brands During Backcountry’s Cyber Sale
Holiday shopping is here and so is the Backcountry Cyber Sale. Enjoy savings up to half off on bestsellers from top brands.
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Seek Outside Fortress 4800 Review: A Customizable Pack for the Hardcore Hunter
Seek Outside’s Fortress is a versatile, durable, ultralight load hauler that’s made in the USA with a commitment to conservation.
One Pack Fits All: Adventurist Backpack Co.’s Minimalist Masterpieces Reviewed
The Instagram-worthy Adventurist backpack is put to the GearJunkie test. Spoiler alert: It’s a good one.
‘The Perfect Dad Pack’: Beau Industries R1 Parenting Backpack Review
Designed and built by active and thoughtful dad George Estreich, the Beau Industries Parenting Pack R1 aims to shake the common flaws of parenting gear and embrace a more usable, sustainable, and stylish approach.
Return of the Kanken: Fjallraven Launches Fully Customizable Backpack
‘Kanken Me!’ If backpacks could talk, that’s apparently what this one would say. Fjallraven now offers a full customization program for its iconic Kanken backpack.
Truck-Offices, Calf Pillows: What a Hunting Guide Carries for Work, Travel
For professional hunters, the offseason is a time to recreate before preparing for the next season. That includes trips between ranches, hunt cabins, and maybe some sport shooting.
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The Best Dog Backpacks of 2021
Get your furry friend ready to hit the trail with the best dog backpacks. From big gear haulers to sleek saddlebags, there’s something for every pup.
Slope to Shore: Tatum Monod Packs for All Kinds of Fun
Tatum Monod is most famous for her freeskiing feats, but come summer she rarely travels without a fly rod. We caught up with her on a surfing and fishing trip in southern Mexico to see how she packs for a variety of sports.
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The Best Hiking Backpacks of 2021
Read this review to get the scoop on the best hiking backpacks, including daypacks, ultralight backpacks, and more.
Spears, Drones, and Lead: Luggage Dump From a Spearfishing Outfitter
Record spearfisher Cameron Kirkconnell makes his living guiding others to trophy-sized fish. That requires lots of diving gear, electronics, and travel, so he’s well-versed in packing for big trips.
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30% Off Osprey and More Outdoor Gear Deals
Check out the best outdoor gear deals of the week. This week, find great deals on Osprey, Eddie Bauer, Outdoor Research, and more.
The Best Dry Bags of 2021
We tested and reviewed the best dry bags of 2021, including the YETI Panga 75 Dry Duffel and top picks from SealLine, NRS, and more.
Backpack Keeps Hikers Cool With ‘Nano-Polymer’ Tubes
19°N spent a decade researching active cooling tech with agencies including SOCOM. The result is the Honu backpack, now live on Kickstarter.
Patagonia Unveils 2022 Gear With Bold Promise to ‘Save Our Home Planet’
With its Fall 2021/Spring 2022 gear collection, Patagonia continues its legacy of innovation, stewardship, and sustainability.
The Best Backpacks for Big-Game Hunting
We tested and researched the best backpacks for hunting deer, elk, and big game. These top hunting packs shone through.
