Although you could stow your gear in any old pack, hiking backpacks are specifically designed for hiking and as such, have ...

We tested the packs’ water reservoirs by leaving them in a freezer overnight and taking them on a day of hiking with up to 20 pounds of gear. Is it comfortable? The best packs have hip belts ...

The Osprey Talon 55 (for men) and Osprey Tempest 50 (for women) are lightweight, mid-capacity hiking backpacks designed for longer adventures and travelling. Packed with handy features and plenty ...

We’re also huge fans of backpacks with openings on the sides and at the rear. This will mean you don’t have to rifle through your underwear, toiletries and bug spray to get to the items you’ve placed ...

You can also opt not to lace your ankles, if you have a lighter pack or you’re hiking on flat terrain. Hoka footwear tends to run big, so we recommend ordering a half-size down from your regular ...

Overpacking is easier said than done when it comes to hiking, but you’re only going to make your backpack heavy, which will lead to an uncomfortable (and more strenuous) hike. And who wants that?

Next time you head out hiking for the day, you're all set with these easily available, lightweight, energy- and ...