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 ...

Realistic expectations and careful planning are necessary to ensure a great, fulfilling and memorable backpacking experience.

The Rocky Mountains in Colorado offer some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the United States, making it a top ...

Anything weighing less than two kilos is ideal. A tent weighing between two and four kilos will still serve purpose, but you ...

Fastpacking blurs the lines between long-distance trail running and ultralight backpacking,' says Andrew Butterworth, an ...

Alaska's vast wilderness, with its stunning landscapes and untamed nature, offers an unparalleled backpacking experience.

Looking for a hardy hiking pack capable of hauling serious loads on long trips? An ultralight, bounce-free pack ideal for moving with speed? A backpack that’s stylish enough to take to the ...

On my next Camino, I'm going to try Topo's MTN Racer 3 or Ultraventure 3s. Shoe reviews are a popular topic among pilgrims, ...

Hikers are now making the switch to the brand's trail shoes for the same reason, so when Hoka's best hiking boots started to ...

At 36L, this hiking backpack is perfect for a longer day hike or even an overnight backpacking trip, and for a bag that looks ...

Alex Robinson Each day, testers were assigned a new stove to use while making their morning coffee, and cooking up the best backpacking food. The team included thru-hikers, ultralight enthusiasts, and ...

As the name suggests, a backpacking tent is designed to be carried in your rucksack or bike pannier, so, it should be as lightweight, compact and packable as possible. Being waterproof is ...