Capacity: Consider how much you need to carry and the duration of your trips. Backpacks with a 20–30L capacity work well for ...

Hyperlite’s packs have the best blend of durability and lightweight materials for day hiking and exploration. But the Summit also excels as a packable backpack if you’re willing to pay the ...

Outdoor Life editors and writers have tested a ton of backpacks over the years, and these are our top picks. While day hiking, trail running, backpacking, and scrambling, OL writers and editors have ...

Learn More › There’s a special kind of misery that comes from using the wrong pack for the job. But if you have a pack that fits you and matches the task, you’ll hardly notice it’s on your back. The ...