At Backpacker, we don’t just love gear, we live in it. Over the past 12 months our staffers and testers have hiked thousands ...

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Over the years, ultralight backpacking has garnered an unfortunate reputation: obsessive, elitist, unsafe, prohibitively expensive. While we could debate the first three (obsessive is the only one I’d ...

There are so many simple ways to make camping easier. If you're looking for a low-tech solution for storing and waterproofing ...

Organizing your outdoor gear isn’t just about keeping a tidy backpack. It’s a fundamental habit that can help you enjoy the outdoors as safely and efficiently as possible. From sleeping bags and ...

Want to get the most out of your hiking and backpacking equipment? Upgrade these pieces of gear and you'll improve your backpacking experience.

Excited for some epic outdoor spring adventures? Before you hit the road for your next hike or camping trip, take stock of your outdoor gear and see what needs updating for the new season. Amazon's ...

The tools necessary to explore the outdoors are expensive and can be hard to find. The Maine Gear Library Network aims to help.

When I toured automobile manufacturing plants in Japan with my dad, I was impressed by the companies’ attention to every detail — from a spotless floor to its production line — so I wasn’t surprised ...

This new initiative launched by a park enthusiast with help from NPCA and other groups breaks down the financial barriers to the outdoors. For as long as she can remember, Robin Roberts has loved the ...