For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing pack weight for weekend backpacking trips and thru-hikes alike. Every ...

If you’re looking to up your mileage in the backcountry, it’s time to start researching your next pair of lightweight hiking boots. The old saw “a pound on the foot is worth five on the back” is based ...

Products like lightweight inflatable chairs can help to make your time at camp comfortable and fun. Will you be carrying all of your gear on your back while you hike to your designated backcountry ...

Backpacking can take you amazing places—and the right backpacking sleeping bag will keep you warm no matter where you roam. The exception to this rule? If you’re looking for an affordable backpacking ...

No matter how thick your winter sleeping bag is, you’ll lose the battle with the cold if you don’t have a sleeping pad.