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.
Patagonia Recycled Black Hole Gear Tote: First Look
Patagonia reused 10 million plastic bottles to create the new Black Hole Bag line. We tested the 61L mega-tote for this review.
Kammok Launches Packable, Waterproof Packs
The brand most people know for hammocks enters the backpack and duffel market.
Fanny Packs Made From Old Ranger Uniforms Support National Parks
You can buy a fanny pack made from an upcycled U.S. national park ranger uniform this Sunday. Parks Project will donate a portion of the proceeds to support parklands.
10 Million Plastic Bottles: Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Now 100% Recycled
Spacious, dependable, and tough as nails, Patagonia Black Hole bags and duffels are favorites of adventure-seekers worldwide. And now Patagonia makes the whole line with recycled materials.
Patagonia Backpack Sale: Up to 49% Off
From technical packs to school-ready backpacks, some of our favorite Patagonia backpacks are on sale. Act now and save up to 49 percent.
Cyclist Duffel: Thule Launches ‘RoundTrip’ Multiday Carry-All
Known for its racks, cargo boxes, and luggage, Thule furthers its mission to help you ‘transport anything you care for safely, easily, and in style’ with new packs aimed at cyclists.
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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 review.
Deuter Speed Lite Daypack Review: Forget About the Weight
Well-positioned padding, honeycomb foam, and a pliable Delrin frame make it feel like there’s next to nothing in the Deuter Speed Lite daypack. We tested the low-profile, lightweight pack over 6 months for this review.
Outdoor Duffels Up to 50% Off
Whether you need a rolling duffel bag for months abroad or a backpack duffel for a weekend adventure, there’s a bag on sale for you. Grab one now and save big.
The Klettersack Is Back! Wilderness Experience Relaunches 1974 Crag Pack
The very definition of an ‘oldie but a goodie,’ the Wilderness Experience Klettersack was one of the very first pieces of core outdoor gear in America. And now, the brand makes a bold comeback relaunching the pack on Kickstarter with ‘the original pattern, materials, and quality.’
Work-to-Gym Climbing Pack Vents the Funk From Your Junk: Review
The Trango City Sender is a work-to-gym pack that eliminates one of the most frustrating things about climbing packs: the smell.
Save 55% on This Fjällräven Backpack Made for Summer Hiking
This daypack for your summer hikes is more than 50 percent off. The Fjällräven High Coast Trail Backpack uses the Swedish brand’s most durable fabric and looks great too.
10 Best Tote Bags to Haul Your Gear in 2019
We tested the best tote bags on the market to bring you this list. From the iconic IKEA FRAKTA to classy Filson Waxed Canvas, this best tote bag review has a tote in mind for everyone.
Trango Crag Pack 2.0 Review: A Top Backpack Choice for Rock Climbers
The Trango Crag Pack 2.0 is a durable, capable gear-hauler at a great price.
New Journey: Hydro Flask Launches Its 1st Hydration Backpack for Bikers
A brand known for its bomber bottles is bringing thermal insulation to a hydration pack made for mountain biking. Meet the Journey.
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Staff Picks: GearJunkie’s Favorite Daypacks
From mountain biking hydration daypacks to stylish travel packs, our picks for best daypacks will make getting outside a fun adventure.
Black Diamond JetForce Pro Avalanche Airbag: First Look
Black Diamond improves upon its JetForce avalanche airbags with the JetForce Pro. Coming fall 2019, the JetForce Pro has modular packs ranging from 10 to 35 liters. We took it skiing for a quick first look review.
Closing the Gap: Nite Ize TRU Zip Waterproof Zipper Is Revolutionary
The TRU Zip waterproof zipper by Nite Ize is a patented technology taking the outdoor industry by storm.
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Dodge Baggage Fees With the Cotopaxi Allpa 35L: Review
The Cotopaxi Allpa’s $190 sticker price may seem high for a carry-on piece. But a clever combination of design, organization, and features may actually save travelers money on baggage fees in the long run.
REI Flash 55 Pack Review: Lightweight for Long Hauls
Modularity meets lightweight design with the REI Flash 55 Pack. And the review results are impressive.
Gear for the Elements: What to Take on a Winter Hike
Want to get out in weather that keeps most people cocooned in their beds? Here’s how to stay warm and prepare to spend the day hiking in a winter wonderland.
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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 the woods.
Hydro Flask Launches ‘Thermo-Regulating’ Hydration Backpack
Hydro Flask today introduces its first hydration backpack. Known for its double-wall water bottles, this spring the Bend, Ore., brand, will jump into hose-equipped backpacks.
ALPS OutdoorZ Crossfire X Backpack Review: Versatility for Lighter Loads
I went looking for the ultimate scouting/daypack, and I came close with the ALPS OutdoorZ Crossfire X.
Practical Tactical: 5 Key Features of Cannae’s Everyday Carry Pack
The Sarcina Rally Pack offers something for the all-around hunter with a day job. People want gear to perform in a variety of situations. That is, multitask. And that’s exactly what Cannae aimed to deliver in its latest everyday carry: the Sarcina Rally Pack.
Seek Outside Goshawk 4800 Review: A Lightweight, Adaptable Hunting Pack
We put Seek Outside’s Goshawk 4800 through its paces in the wilderness of southwest Montana. It proved to be extremely versatile, serving as a daypack, an overnight combination pack, and a meat hauler.
Stuff Test: Matador Freerain24 ‘Most Packable Waterproof Backpack’
How many backpacks would a backpack pack if a backpack could pack packs? Well, we aimed to find out with the Matador 24.
Future Gear: 2019 Products You Can Buy Now, But Only at REI
REI has ‘exclusives’ on top outdoor gear for next year. Essentially, the store gets to stock and sell these emerging products before anyone else. Check out new tents, packs, shoes, and more.
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Chrome Launches ‘Most Comfortable’ Commuter Backpack
Ribbed, knit-woven shoulder straps and a ‘sculpted’ foam back panel provide more backpacking-style comfort than Chrome’s typical urban-rugged packs.
Comfortable Portage Pack First Look: SealLine Updates Dry Bags for 2019
The longtime dry bag developer revamps its line of portage packs for everyone from the urban traveler to the serious paddler.
