For plenty of outdoorsmen and women, ultralight backpacking conjures up a particularly kooky image. Sawed-off toothbrushes. Dingy plastic water bottles with water filters screwed on top. Backpacks — ...

Backpacking gear can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. I talked to experts and thought back on my many backpacking trips to figure out what’s worth packing and what you should leave at home.

Travel light with these five handy backpacking gear items that are sure to make your time at camp comfortable.

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Five Outdoor Life editors and contributors tested thermal underwear for women over five days while backpacking a section of the Oregon Coast Trail in late April. We were carrying loads between 20 and ...

Six Moon Designs is known for its well-made hiking, camping and backpacking gear. The Wy’east day pack just got an upgrade and now comes with ultra-stretch pockets to accommodate more gear. You ...

When it comes to ultralight backpacking gear, the importance of silnylon can't be overstated. The simple fabric construction--lightweight ripstop nylon impregnated with a waterproof silicone ...

The best ultralight sleeping bags are compact, durable, super warm—and weigh less than 2 pounds. Check out our picks from Big Agnes, Rab, Marmot, and more.