Backpacking Gear Reviews
Durston Kakwa 55 Ultralight Backpack Review
Durston Kakwa 55 Ultralight Backpack Review
Published:
April 7, 2025
This ultralight backpack provides unparalleled value for hikers who prioritize durability, ruggedness, and on-trail efficiency at an affordable price point.
Tarptent Double Rainbow Tent Review
Tarptent Double Rainbow Tent Review
Published:
April 6, 2025
For a unique tent design that’s already established a reputation on trails for years, Tarptent has got something special with this model. The option to convert to freestanding mode is excellent to see, and it helps that it’s a good pick for taller people as well.
Zpacks Pivot Solo Tent Review
Zpacks Pivot Solo Tent Review
Published:
April 4, 2025
A fresh take on the classic pyramid design makes this tent stand out in a sea of rivals, making it one of our favorite shelters we tested.
Zpacks Offset Duo Tent Review
Zpacks Offset Duo Tent Review
Published:
April 3, 2025
Using a unique offset A-frame design and incorporating a panel pull into the design, this tent boasts impressive livability and performance at a great weight.
Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent Review
Durston X-Mid Pro 1 Tent Review
Published:
April 1, 2025
With a good balance of comfort, weight, and price, this is our top pick for an all around great ultralight one person tent.
Durston X-Mid Pro 2+ Tent Review
Durston X-Mid Pro 2+ Tent Review
Published:
April 1, 2025
This is our favorite tent for two people, balancing many features well while also being easy to use, and not unreasonably priced.
Women’s Xero Shoes Scrambler Low Trail WP Review
Women’s Xero Shoes Scrambler Low Trail WP Review
Published:
March 31, 2025
This shoe is designed with barefoot and minimalist hikers in mind, for those days when weather protection is necessary.
Women’s Saucony Peregrine 15 Review
Women’s Saucony Peregrine 15 Review
Last Updated:
March 27, 2025
This non-fussy, light, fast, and breathable shoe will provide maximum performance for a wide array of runners and hikers on a variety of trails.
Women’s Topo Ultraventure 4 Review
Women’s Topo Ultraventure 4 Review
Published:
March 27, 2025
This is a lightweight, comfy, and breathable shoe perfect for any trail that requires excellent grip and increased cushion. Those with larger or wider feet will especially appreciate its roomy toe box.
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.
JanSport Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack Review
JanSport Fifth Avenue Fanny Pack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
A throwback fanny pack that never went out of style for all our practical people out there. This bag combines style and utility to meet the needs of life on the go from trails to concrete jungles.
Granite Gear Crown3 Backpack Review
Granite Gear Crown3 Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
Our favorite option for a versatile crossover pack, the Crown 3 should help many people who can’t decide between ultralight and traditional backpacking.
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.
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.
N Nevo Rhino 65+5L Backpack Review
N Nevo Rhino 65+5L Backpack Review
Published:
March 26, 2025
As the cheapest pack we could find with an internal frame, we were hopeful this would offer a compelling value, but found it fell short in many ways.
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.