Does your backpack need to be waterproof? I took a look at some of the best hiking daypacks available—at a variety of price points—to help you choose. I’ve been hiking and backpacking for decades, ...

Having a lightweight waterproof backpack is essential for any adventure in Alaska. Whether you're hiking through lush forests ...

Whether you're backpacking or enjoying an activity-filled backcountry camping adventure, a sleeping bag is one of the most essential items for your packing list. U.S. News editors researched ...

We love the aesthetics of the Helly Hansen Stockholm Backpack, which doesn’t necessarily look waterproof and yet performed superbly in our shower test. Water beaded perfectly on the exterior ...

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Travel expert Lisa Niver went backpacking through Southeast Asia for 11 months. • She advises leaving anything you wouldn't want ruined or lost at home. • She also says there's no need to be ...