Alaska is a great testing ground for gear. If a jacket markets itself as "Guide Tough," give it a month in Alaska and you'll see. I've had high-end pieces of gear fall way short of their marketing ...

The Peak Design Outdoor Backpack is a great bag for photographers and hikers thanks to its camera cube compatibility, weatherproof design and accessibility. It's insanely customizable and great for a ...

One of my bugbears with backpacks is that, in recent years, virtually every single one of them seems to be ridiculously ...

Outdoor adventurers, explorers, campers and those looking for an everyday backpack that is 100% waterproof, may be interested in the new Fogland pack designed to be the ultimate outdoor backpack.

A good hiking backpack is one of my non-negotiables on the trails. Whether I'm setting off for a quick day trip or gearing up for a multi-day thru-hike, you can be sure that I'll be bringing a ...

A damp park map, a soaked granola bar, a fried laptop—there’s nothing worse than water seeping into your travel gear. The only reliable way to keep your valuables dry in wet conditions is to store ...