Gear Differences In Backpacking And Thru-Hiking Because backpacking and thru-hiking tend to have different goals, they also have different gear requirements. In general, if you pack more like ...

With it, you can ensure you always have access to clean, safe drinking water. Choosing the Right Gear: A Matter of Safety and Survival Renowned long-distance backpacker and author Andrew Skurka said ...

Based in British Columbia, Durston builds some of the lightest high-performance backpacking gear on the market, putting it ...

We put some of the most popular rain gear brands to the test to find the best backpacking rain jackets to keep you dry on the trail. The Patagonia Torrentshell is made from thick, tear-resistant ...

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