The best backpacking gear list is not all-inclusive. While it may not cover everything you need on a backpacking trip, it includes 20 of the most important items on your packing list—at least in our ...

If you spend any sort of time outside, even once temperatures plummet, these cold-weather must-haves will come in handy. A ...

Benjamin Tepler is a Senior Gear Editor at Outside with a focus on hiking and backpacking equipment. As a former food critic, he is a strong advocate for the advancement of better-tasting backpacking ...

As hiking packs get larger they seem to become more daunting and ever more technical, and while large backpacking backpacks do incorporate more features than your small daypack, the principle remains ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Backpacking can be a fun activity that's also beneficial for both your physical and mental health, giving you a great workout while also ...

You’ve been hiking for a while now, and you’re ready to ditch the day backpack and walking sneakers for more advanced equipment. But where do you start? We’ve got a list of gear that’ll take your hike ...

Gear manufacturers are always churning out the next new product, and last year’s perfectly good inventory conveniently drops in price. Shopping the REI clearance section is a great way to get brand ...