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Rab Syclon XP 30L Review
Rab Syclon XP 30L Review
Last Updated:
October 1, 2026
A waterproof, highly ventilated 30-liter daypack with excellent comfort and strong support for wet-weather hiking and gear-heavy adventures.
Gregory Zulu 30 / Jade 28 Review
Gregory Zulu 30 / Jade 28 Review
Last Updated:
October 1, 2026
A roomy, highly supportive daypack for long days, winter hiking, hut trips, and other outings where comfort under heavier loads matters most.
Osprey Sportlite 20 Review
Osprey Sportlite 20 Review
Last Updated:
October 1, 2026
An affordable, hiking-focused daypack with useful ventilation, a light framesheet, and simple trail organization for moderate loads.
Best Backpacking Tents of 2026
Best Backpacking Tents of 2026
Last Updated:
October 1, 2026
We put the top-performing backpacking tents on the market through the wringer to find the best balance of comfort, weight, weather protection, ease of use, and durability.
MSR Hubba Hubba LT 2 Review
MSR Hubba Hubba LT 2 Review
Last Updated:
September 30, 2026
A sturdy, easy-to-pitch freestanding tent for backpackers who prioritize weather protection and durability over minimum weight.
REI Trailmade 2 Review
REI Trailmade 2 Review
Last Updated:
September 30, 2026
A beginner-friendly budget tent with excellent durability and easy setup, best for short backpacking trips and crossover car camping.
MSR FreeLite 2 Review
MSR FreeLite 2 Review
Last Updated:
September 30, 2026
A light, simple double-wall tent that gives solo hikers excellent space and two-person utility without trekking-pole complexity.
REI Half Dome 2 Plus Review
REI Half Dome 2 Plus Review
Last Updated:
September 30, 2026
A roomy, durable budget tent that is excellent for two people and crossover camping, with weight as the main compromise.
Zpacks Duplex Classic Review
Zpacks Duplex Classic Review
Last Updated:
September 30, 2026
A legendary two-person DCF trekking-pole tent that is exceptionally light and spacious, with price, condensation, and pitch dependence as the main tradeoffs.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Unbound 2 Review
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Unbound 2 Review
Last Updated:
September 30, 2026
A premium ultralight DCF shelter with excellent space-to-weight and durability, offset by high cost, condensation, and a trekking-pole pitch.
Skyline Trail Backpacking Guide, Jasper National Park
Skyline Trail Backpacking Guide, Jasper National Park
Last Updated:
September 29, 2026
The Skyline Trail in Jasper National Park is a spectacular backpacking destination in the Canadian Rockies. Of the 44 kilometers of trail, nearly two thirds is above treeline with sweeping mountain views in all directions, beautiful glacial lakes, and wind-swept ridges.
Three Fingered Jack Loop Backpacking Guide
Three Fingered Jack Loop Backpacking Guide
Last Updated:
September 29, 2026
This roughly 24-mile loop circumnavigates the iconic Three Fingered Jack formation in the heart of Oregon’s iconic Cascade Range.
Rogue River Trail Backpacking Guide
Rogue River Trail Backpacking Guide
Last Updated:
September 29, 2026
The Rogue River Trail is one of the most scenic early season backpacking trips in Oregon, and the Pacific Northwest in general. The route traverses the north side of the Rogue River for 40 miles as it rolls through the lush and remote Rogue Valley.
A Backpacking Guide to Utah’s Uinta Mountains
A Backpacking Guide to Utah’s Uinta Mountains
Last Updated:
September 29, 2026
Lying approximately 100 miles east of Salt Lake City, the Uinta Mountain Range is home to the highest peaks in Utah and the only major range in the contiguous United States that orients east to west.
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Review
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Review
Last Updated:
September 29, 2026
A highly livable freestanding tent that keeps weight low without stripping away the features backpackers use every day.
NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 Review
NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 Review
Last Updated:
September 29, 2026
A spacious, weather-resistant crossover tent for backpackers who value room, easy setup, and comfort more than shaving every ounce.