Designed with fastpackers and trail runners in mind, the Grit 28 features a vest-style harness with dual sternum straps, giving it a close, stable fit even when you're bounding down a rocky descent or ...

Modern backpacks come in all different shapes and sizes, but the best ones are designed with travel in mind. Weatherproofing, ...

Short hikes don’t require much equipment, so carry all your belongings in a lightweight pack that won’t tire you out.

Ultralight backpacking is exploding in popularity — and rightfully so: Going light means going farther, faster, and more ...

Hyperlite’s packs have the best blend of durability and lightweight materials for day hiking and exploration. But the Summit also excels as a packable backpack if you’re willing to pay the ...

The Florida-based ultralight gear maker focuses most of its attention on backpacking's big three (shelter, sleeping system, backpack), where it offers some of the lightest gear out there via no ...

This Vera Bradley backpack is crafted with lightweight material, so you can toss in everything you need, from sunglasses to water bottles, without feeling like you’re lugging around a heavy load.

Planetmountain.com is a site about climbing, mountaineering, trekking, via ferrata, freeriding, ski mountaineering, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and ice climbing on all the mountains of the world. It ...

Wahlin errs on the side of going lighter, noting a backpack can be both lightweight and durable. (However, if a heavier bag has the appropriate supports, such as chest or hip straps, the bag's ...

You want to stay comfortable while still getting the storage space you need. Lightweight backpacks are designed to keep the wearer comfortable and provide well-organized space for everything you ...