Backpacks are vital for exploring the outdoors, carrying everything from a snack to survival gear. You can have the best hiking backpack around, but if it's not fitted properly it'll be uncomfortable ...

You’ve got the drive for adventure, but there’s something holding you back. It’s digging into your shoulders and literally dragging you down. That old backpack. It’s just not cutting it anymore. Time ...

We spoke with Chris Horton, product line manager for Osprey Packs, about how to properly fit and load a backpack for a pain-free hike. I’ve done a handful of long hikes in past years, like the ...

This article is part of our series Battle of the Brands, in which we compare category-leading products to their counterparts to determine which are actually worth your money. Industry-leading brands ...