Our army of testers put 20 ultralight packs through their paces across seven states and ten countries. These are our top picks.

When the weather is warmer and your load is lighter, a comfortable daypack is exactly what you need. From fully-featured gear ...

I suggest taking another smaller, preferably foldable backpack that you can use as you tour. This will keep you from having to pack and repack your carry-on bag. Plus, you can use it to carry the ...

While I only used the pack for hiking, I could have easily set it up for skiing, biking, or even commuting. Comfort is key with any hiking backpack, and the Talon trumps the competition with its ...

easy to pack (and unpack again), and compact enough to fit snugly on both domestic and international flights. Here's why my Travelpro Altitude Backpack is a frequent flyer like me. This epic ...

I brought a backpacking stove to the Hidden Hollow Star Party in Ohio, my first star party back in 2016, where I cooked grits, eggs, and bacon in the shadow of the dome that houses Big Blue ...

This large hiking pack is built for heavy use in the wilderness. It's made from durable Bluesign-approved 600-denier recycled polyester and features a waterproof rain cover to shelter your belongings.

Based on over three decades of regular air travel both here in the United States and abroad, here are some simple changes I’ve made to what I pack that ... be clipped to a backpack strap ...