Not only will it make your hike more enjoyable, but it might even save your life if something bad happens. There are many ...

From our experience using it in the hills of the Lake District, it’s not a totally unrealistic pack to use for day hiking either, particularly as the back panel and harness are quite comfortable. This ...

It's easy to get ready for a Day Hike. Make sure you dress and pack for the weather, terrain, and the time you will be out. This list is only for walks under 8 hours. These are recommendations only ...

While day hiking, trail running, backpacking, and scrambling, OL writers and editors have put thousands of miles into testing the best hiking backpacks. When testing a pack, we focus on comfort, ...

Thanks to ergonomic shoulder straps, a well-designed hip belt and plenty of foam padding, this backpack is a joy to wear mile ...

For more relaxed day hiking, a larger pack with more support is great, and for skiing and mountain biking, I want something that doesn’t move at all, helping maintain balance on tricky descents ...

They’re notably durable. Kalee’s oldest son wore his REI pack to go on dozens of short day hikes, to carry books and games on cross-country plane trips, and to transport toys to and from the ...