More frequently, backpack designers are creating packs uniquely for men or women. This seems to be a very natural progression given the obvious biological differences in body type between the genders. Ultimately, if you’re a hiker you want a pack that fits and is comfortable. So let’s take a look at three Deuter packs for …
Month: March 2018
Ultralight backpacking seems to be all the rage these days. But sometimes you just need a pack that holds everything, and then some. This Kelty Eagle 128 Backpack review details a mammoth hauler with a tactical/military design. Brief History of Kelty Backpacks Kelty has been manufacturing backpacks since 1952. They take pride in producing high-quality …
The Pacific Crest Trail extends north from the border of Mexico and the United States to the border of the United States and Canada. The trail covers 2,650 miles in all and sees thousands of hikers along various sections every summer. But how did America’s preeminent hiking highway come to be? Let’s examine the history …
I was getting ready to head down to Costa Rica in the fall of 2018 and I needed a new backpack. I didn’t want something too extravagant but my old pack with busted seams and missing straps wasn’t going to cut it. I did a lot of research and spent almost three hours zipping and …
So you want to know what’s on my hiking essentials checklist? I recently met a few folks that related a near-miss story to me. They went snowshoeing in the Sierras and didn’t bring packs with them. Yes, that means no water, no food, no first aid supplies, no nothing. Around 3:30 pm, they realized they …
When planning any backpacking trip or outdoor adventure, we all picture the things we’ll enjoy along the way. Maybe you’re setting up a tent in a redwood grove and maybe you’re starting a fire on the beach. Whatever you’re picturing, it’s not likely the worst-case scenario. But it’s essential to be prepared if things go …
Some travels take you internationally and others can just be skipping across town. So here are four Patagonia travel bags that can be used for your next adventure, no matter how big or small! Quick disclaimer: None of these are “backpacks”, although some may have “pack capability.” I know many of my previous reviews have …