For most day hikers, a frameless pack is a fine choice. Because it uses less material than an internal frame pack, it is ...

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 ...

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It makes it more convenient to bring this day hiking backpack on a trip when space is at a premium. At less than half the ...

We don’t have the breadth to cover what the best hiking boots or hiking packs are in this article. But we do LOVE our REI ...

It will add a “beautiful splash of color to your outfit and is compact for an active day spent hiking or working out.” The bag also has one of the longest straps of all the fanny packs listed ...