Backpacking Packs
How to Keep Your Backpack Dry in Heavy Rain: Covers vs Liners
A pack cover alone won't keep your gear dry in sustained rain. Pair a fitted rain cover with an internal waterproof liner or dry bags to protect your load.
Daypacks
Packs for single-day hikes.
Daypacks
Are Packable Backpacks Good for Day Hiking? A Practical Guide
A packable backpack works for short, smooth day hikes with loads under about 11 lb, but for longer or rougher trails, a structured 20–30L day pack is more comfortable and practical.
Emergency
How to Choose a Bug Out Bag Backpack for Evacuation
Learn how to choose a bug out bag backpack for evacuation, from dual-strap carry security and hip belts to modular packing and sizing for car or foot travel.
Backpacking Packs
Gossamer Gear Loris 25 Review: Is 25L Enough Overnight?
The Gossamer Gear Loris 25 can handle one or two mild overnights with compact tarp-and-quilt gear. This review covers what fits, how it carries, and when a larger pack makes more sense.
First Aid
Day Hiking First Aid Kit Checklist: Lightweight Essentials
A practical guide to packing a lightweight day hiking first aid kit checklist with the wound care, medications, and safety items matched to your trail length and weather.
Backpacks
Best Backpacks for 40 oz Water Bottles: 9 Tested
We tested the best backpacks for 40 oz water bottles to find which stretch side pockets actually grip tall hard bottles and 64 oz tumblers. Compare Patagonia, Osprey, Rins, Topo Designs, and North Face packs.
Backpacking Packs
What Size Backpack Do I Need for Backpacking? Start Here
Use gear volume and trip type—not one magic number—to choose your pack size. Learn how 20L to 75L capacities match day hikes, multi-day backpacking, and cold-weather trips.