The Camelbak brand is typically synonymous with hydration. Whether your primary activity is running, hiking, mountain biking, or any other form of recreation, you’ve probably heard about or already own a Camelbak hydration pack. But Camelbak also offers packs designed specifically for military use, and the Camelbak Military Skirmish™ is a great example. Camelbak Military …
Fortunately, some fine folks have toiled to design packs for your comfort and hydration. Let’s take a look at four Camelbak hydration packs that’ll keep you functioning at optimal levels on your next adventure. Hydration is critical to your well-being on any outdoor adventure. According to MindBodyGreen, even a 1.5 percent dip in water levels …
Even with recent legislation cutting back on federally-maintained national parklands, there are still so many trails to explore. And having an easy-to-use and easy-to-maintain daypack is one of the best ways to do so. Today, we’re going to review the Columbia Outdoor Adventure backpack. Did you know that the mileage of trails on federal lands …
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. 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 women …
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 …
I spent almost three hours zipping and unzipping and trying on packs at REI before deciding on this Kelty Redwing 44 backpack. After several months of use, I have enough experience to give it a thorough review. What Led Me to The Kelty Redwing 44 Backpack? I was looking for something hardy enough to travel …
More companies are designing backpacks specifically for men and women. While differing body compositions mean this makes sense, the idea hasn’t always been a priority in the backpack manufacturing industry. In this post, I’ll review three awesome Gregory Women’s backpacks. But before I do, I thought it might be fun to explore a brief history …
Gregory is one of the few backpack manufacturers to develop a waist belt system that adjusts to fit different hip angles, which provides significant advantages in terms of load transfer. So, without further ado let’s dive into our Gregory Paragon Backpack review. Gregory Paragon Backpack Overview Pack Type: Gregory Paragon Sizes Available: 38L, 48L, 58L, …
As long as the weather’s nice and the sun warms those granite faces, there are climbing routes to be conquered. And as long as there are routes to be conquered, there’s the need for the Marmot Rock Master Pack, designed specifically for climbers. The Marmot Rock Master Pack Specifications Specifications alone won’t tell you whether …
Are you thinking about spending six months on the Pacific Crest Trail this summer? Feeling like three months on the Appalachian Trail is more realistic for your summer backpacking trip? If you’re gearing up for a distance hike in the coming months, be sure to check out these four Osprey ultralight backpacks! Men’s Talon 44 …