If you’ve ever found yourself unpacking half your kit in a hurry—to find your rain cover during a squall, mosquito repellent in early evening, first aid kit after a nasty fall—then you understand why ...

Backpacks have come a long way since the 70's, when hikers swore by (and at) bulky external frames and nifty side pockets were few and far between. Nowadays, we have a lot more choices: Hikers can opt ...

I did not grow up in an outdoorsy family. We spent the occasional summer road-tripping through Colorado, sure, but I was just as likely to spend an entire school break playing Super Nintendo in my ...

Packing for summer camp is all about balance. Kids need to be prepared for a variety of activities and weather conditions, but overpacking can lead to bulky bags and unnecessary stress. The key to ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kalee Thompson Kalee Thompson is an editor covering kid gear. She’s a former ...

MIMI JI has spent the last decade summiting over 80 peaks in New York’s Adirondack and Catskill mountains, often camping for multiple nights to stay as close to the trail as possible. Hauling heavy ...

With all the bank holidays rolling in one after the other, it feels like everyone has fun getaways all planned and prepared. And the travel trend at the moment is to go light on the luggage for ...