While day hiking, trail running, backpacking, and scrambling, OL writers and editors have put thousands of miles into testing the best hiking backpacks. When testing a pack, we focus on comfort, ...

This guide to the best hiking backpacks and daypacks first appeared in the April 2023 issue of The Great Outdoors. It is ...

A badly fitting pack may also prove unstable when tackling steeper ground. To help you make a decision on what hiking ...

If you’re trying to find the best holiday gifts for your friends and family (or for yourself) ahead of the Black Friday ...

Hiking with kids can already be a challenge, and any backpack that isn’t comfortable is likely to be discarded immediately. Easy water access The best kids hiking packs have either a space for a ...

Peak Design’s new 25L and 45L backpacks are made for adventurers and feature innovative features to help you carry both ...

The backpacks with the best feedback across categories were selected ... and weatherproof materials if you plan on using it for hiking, while you may want something more stylish for work or ...

overnight backpacking excursions, international trips and controlled tests to determine which ones were the absolute best. The three pairs of women’s hiking pants that scored the best were also ...

At Outdoor Life, we have our hiking kits pretty dialed. Editors, writers, and contributors have tested top of the line gear, budget-friendly basics, and the newest products over thousands of miles. If ...