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Gregory Paragon 60 Backpack Review
Gregory Paragon 60 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
For the best balance of features, comfort, and price, we were impressed with this pack, even with a weight that’s higher than some of its peers.
REI Flash 55 Backpack Review
REI Flash 55 Backpack Review
Last Updated:
March 26, 2025
Our favorite Budget Buy pack has all the components of a great pack, making few sacrifices to get to its excellent price and weight.
Gregory Baltoro 75 Backpack Review
Gregory Baltoro 75 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
This is our favorite backpack for hauling heavy loads, providing good comfort even with 60 pounds of gear.
REI Trailmade 60 Backpack Review
REI Trailmade 60 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
This barely missed out on being the best budget backpack. However, it absolutely delighted us during testing, and earns an easy recommendation for people who are drawn to it.
Osprey Exos 58 Backpack Review
Osprey Exos 58 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
This continuously popular backpack puts up a good showing, offering a good option for traditional backpackers looking for a more lightweight experience.
Osprey Atmos AG 65 Backpack Review
Osprey Atmos AG 65 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
This pack is expensive and overbuilt for some types of backpacking, but it’s one of the most feature-rich packs we tested and reviewed.
Osprey Aether 65 Backpack Review
Osprey Aether 65 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
This pack shrugs off heavy loads with ease. It’s not our favorite heavy hauler pack, but it comes close.
Patagonia Black Hole Mini Hip Pack Review
Patagonia Black Hole Mini Hip Pack Review
Published:
March 25, 2025
This sleek and packable fanny pack is ideal for carrying essentials during travel, short hikes, or urban outings. Its compact design makes it easy to stash and is perfect for minimalists on the go.
High Tail Designs – The Ultralight Fanny Pack Review
High Tail Designs – The Ultralight Fanny Pack Review
Published:
March 25, 2025
This ultralight fanny pack offers a minimalist design with a sleek profile, dye sublimation printing for unique patterns, and durable craftsmanship. Ideal for ultralight enthusiasts, it balances innovation, artistry, and performance.
Thrupack Eco Summit Bum Fanny Pack Review
Thrupack Eco Summit Bum Fanny Pack Review
Published:
March 25, 2025
For a comfortable way to add extra storage to your backpack or carry essentials on a day hike – this customizable fanny pack is a dream.
Osprey Tempest 6 / Talon Waistpack Review
Osprey Tempest 6 / Talon Waistpack Review
Published:
March 25, 2025
This 6-liter pack provides exceptional comfort and organization, featuring breathable padding, a spacious main compartment, multiple pockets, and water bottle sleeves, making it perfect for sunny day hikes and carrying essentials.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Fanny Pack Review
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Versa Fanny Pack Review
Published:
March 25, 2025
This lightweight, waterproof fanny pack offers ample storage, durability, and functionality. It keeps your gear dry in all weather conditions and integrates seamlessly into larger backpack systems.
Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025
Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025
Last Updated:
March 25, 2025
We’ve spent years cooking up this list of the best backpacking stoves around so backcountry chefs and Cup Noodle connoisseurs can find their perfect match.
Deuter Aircontact Ultra 50+5 Backpack Review
Deuter Aircontact Ultra 50+5 Backpack Review
Published:
March 25, 2025
This was the most comfortable backpack we tested that didn’t sport a suspended mesh panel. It has a good feature set but misses on a few design decisions.
Jetboil Flash Cooking System Review
Jetboil Flash Cooking System Review
Last Updated:
March 25, 2025
Among integrated canister stoves, this is one of the most affordable and dependable options with lots of nice extra features.
10 Best Hiking Fanny Packs of 2025
10 Best Hiking Fanny Packs of 2025
Last Updated:
March 25, 2025
Fanny packs may have been considered a fashion faux-pas at one point, but nowadays it seems like we don’t make it a mile…