Latest backpacking news
7 reasons you need a dry bag: protect, organize and keep your kit dry
By Alex Foxfield published
Our 7 reasons you need a dry bag for adventures on land and water, from kayaking and canyoning to mountaineering and wild camping
The best women’s hiking backpacks 2024: packs designed to fit the female form
By Berne Broudy last updated
Our pick of the best women’s hiking backpacks are comfortable and offer the storage you need for your adventures
"What a lot of feelings" – Maine woman becomes first to solo hike gargantuan long distance trail
By Julia Clarke published
Briana DeSanctis has been on the trail for two years in order to cross the US on foot
How to go backpacking in the rain (like a pro)
By Julia Clarke published
Knowing how to go backpacking in the rain is simply another outdoor skill – like knowing how to use a compass and crossing a river safely
How to choose a great backcountry campsite
By Julia Clarke published
Our seven tips for choosing a campsite in the backcountry help you avoid common hazards and faux pas, and find spots that are comfortable and safe
5 tips for safe backpacking in bear country
By Julia Clarke published
When you’re on a backpacking trip in bear country, you increase your risk of running into a bear due to extended periods outdoors and transporting food
The best sleeping bag liners 2024: added warmth, protection and comfort
By Sian Lewis last updated
The best sleeping bag liners add welcome toastiness to your sleeping bag, as well as shielding it from grime and damage
The best waterproof jackets 2024: shrug off the deluge with a top quality hard shell
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We've tested the best waterproof jackets in the very worst weather, to help you find the perfect hard shell for your needs
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