As hiking packs get larger they seem to become more daunting and ever more technical, and while large backpacking backpacks do incorporate more features than your small daypack, the principle remains ...

For most of us, backpacks have become a daily essential regardless of what we do for a living or how we spend our free time. The best backpacks for men ensure you have access to what you need anytime, ...

Swapping a small hiking daypack in place of a bigger rucksack is liberating. Capacious enough for snacks, spare layers and ...

From school days into adulthood, we’ve all toted around our favorite backpacks, trusting them to keep our belongings safe and secure as we move about the world. And when it comes to hiking, the same ...

Whether you’re headed out on a casual day hike upstate to peep some leaves and eat your bodyweight in apple cider donuts or embarking on that years-in-the-planning Boundary Waters trip with your ...

Thru hiking backpacks are made for those who embark on multi-day hikes on long trails like the Appalachian Trail (AT) or the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). For thru hikers, a reliable pack that is light, ...

Our product picks are editor-tested, expert-approved. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Why Trust Us? How long you plan on being out there dictates much of what and how much you'll ...

Backpacks and messenger bags can truly carry it all, from wireless earbuds and tablets to portable chargers and an extra pair of socks — even your wallet could fit inside freeing up space in your jean ...