Backpacking and Bikepacking: Two Paths to the Same Destination?
Bikepacking and backpacking are both adventurous ways to explore the outdoors. In my experience, here’s how the vibes and logistics compare.
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45 Liter Backpacks: The Right Size For Your Hike? (Plus Tips and Popular Packs)
If you’re considering a 45 liter backpack for hiking, here’s how to make sure it will meet your needs and hold all your gear.
5 Ways to Carry Your Tent While Backpacking (Which is Best?)
What’s the best way to carry your tent when backpacking? Inside or outside, top or bottom? These suggestions and practical tips will help you decide the best setup based on your pack and tent.
How to Poop in the Woods: Definitive Guide for the Shy and Squeamish
Pooping in the woods is no one’s favorite part of backpacking and camping, but it’s an essential outdoor skill. Here’s how to do it comfortably and responsibly.
6 Bear Hang Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
We all know it’s important to hang our food in bear country, but it’s not as simple as it sounds. Avoid these bear hang mistakes to keep your food, the bears, and future hikers safe.
12 Things I Don’t Bring Backpacking Anymore
To show you how backpacking gear lists can evolve, here’s a list of items I stopped using as my preferences, skills, and experience level changed.
Backpacking in the Desert: Essential Skills and Gear
Backpacking in the desert can be exciting, peaceful, and also challenging. Here’s how to deal with scarce water, spikey foliage, challenging weather, and more.
5 Ways to Carry Water While Backpacking
It might sound simple, but experienced hikers get particular about how they carry water while backpacking. Here are five proven systems, with pros and cons and compatibility notes.
Thru Hiking vs. Backpacking: What’s the Difference?
Do you think of yourself as a backpacker, thru hiker, or both? If you’ve never thought about the difference, this overview of thru hiking vs. backpacking is food for thought.
ULA Circuit Versus Granite Gear Crown: Comparison and Review
The ULA Circuit and Granite Gear Crown are both popular lightweight backpacking packs with similar features. This side-by-side review explains how they compare.
How to Pack For Backpacking – Managing the Gear Explosion
Do you suffer from gear explosions, cluttered campsites, and a lopsided pack? These packing tips will help you stay organized and comfortable on your next backpacking trip.
Ursack Major vs. Minor: Side-by-Side Comparison and Review
Wondering whether an Ursack Major or Minor will better protect your food on the trail? Here are my thoughts after using both.
What’s in My Lightweight Toiletries Kit For Backpacking and Bikepacking
Here’s what to include in a simple lightweight toiletries kit for backpacking, plus hygiene tips and other backcountry toiletries how-to’s.
Colorado Trail Thru Hiking Gear List: What Worked and What Didn’t
A moderately lightweight and comfortable gear list for thru hiking the stunning Colorado Trail, with notes on what worked well and what didn’t.
Gear Review: Osprey Porter 46 Travel Backpack
I put the Osprey Porter 46 to the test during five months in Africa. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering this popular pack.
12 Travel Essentials From My Africa Packing List
These tried and tested Africa travel essentials kept me happy and safe while exploring incredible West Africa.
