"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." That said, it’s easy to get lost in marketing speak. Some backpacks say “water-resistant” when they ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

Let's face facts — it's not easy picking the right backpack. You've got to think about style, function, size, colour, practicality, affordability, security and so much more. Not only that, but you've ...