Two hikers were recently rescued while climbing Mt. Whitney. They were carrying an absurd amount of gear – a glimpse of what ...

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We tested the best backpack coolers with styles for every budget and trip. Top picks include ICEMULE, Hydro Flask, and more.

Even though I’ll happily hike with an ultralight 55 liter backpack, I’m not a fan of wearing carry-on bags larger than 40 liters — they’re significantly bulkier, and the back pain ...

This guide to the best hiking backpacks and daypacks first appeared in the April 2023 issue of The Great Outdoors. It is ...

Seattle-based entrepreneur and inventor of the modern backpack, Murray McCory, died last month at the age of 80.

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He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.

Rucking, a military-inspired workout that involves heavy backpacks, is growing popular among menopausal women, experts say.

After SAR rescued two heavily-laden, inexperienced hikers from the Lower 48's highest peak, they had some strong advice to ...

At almost 5 years old, she’s logged hundreds of miles in baby hiking carriers and toddler carrier backpacks. She’s been strapped to my back while fly fishing, shed hunting, and deer hunting. For ...

What is it like to rent a ‘fondue backpack’ in the Swiss Alps and hike to? Sarah Kuta does what all good cheese lovers do and ...