Backpacking Mastery

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    • WATER ACCESSORIES
Backpacking Mastery
  • ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  • DO IT YOURSELF
  • FOOD & COOKING
  • BACKPACKING BASICS
  • GEAR REVIEWS
    • TOP GEAR PICKS
    • CAMP KITCHEN
    • WATER ACCESSORIES
BACKPACKING BASICS

Best Hikes in America: The Top 12 Most Scenic Routes

by Sean Nelson
14 min read
Hiking club
ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Is Rucking Bad For Your Knees? (Explained)

by Bradley Page
9 min read
Ruck
ESSENTIAL SKILLS

How to Fold a Tent: Easy Tips and Tricks for Newbie Campers

by Russell McCarty
11 min read
Pitching a tent
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Water Filtration System: What You Need When the Tap Isn’t Clear

by Russell McCarty
14 min read
BACKPACKING BASICS

Shock Cord: 12 Things You Should Know

by Dorothy Tobias
8 min read
Shock cord
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Bear Canister: Keeping You and Your Food Safe While in Bear Country

by Russell McCarty
14 min read
Best Bear Canister
BACKPACKING BASICS

How Much Does Backpacking Gear Cost? Complete Budget Breakdown

by Sean Nelson
14 min read
Backpacking Gear Cost Breakdown

TOP ARTICLES

Scrambling
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Mountaineering Pants: Conquer Peaks With These Trusty Outdoor Pants

by Bradley Page
14 min read
Action camera gopro
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Action Camera: Never Miss an Action Shot

by Bradley Page
20 min read
Binoculars sunset
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Compact Binoculars: Making Sure You Can See Clearly Always

by Sean Nelson
16 min read
Womens parka
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Women’s Parka: Keeping Warm the Right Way

by Sean Nelson
13 min read
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Approach Shoes: Here’s Our Pick for Men and Women

by Sean Nelson
17 min read
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Backpacking Sleeping Pad: The Comfiest Pads for Backpacking and Car Camping

by Bradley Page
16 min read
Sleeping pad
TOP GEAR PICKS

Best Climbing Helmet: an Expert Guide to the Perfect Product

by Russell McCarty
10 min read
Climbing helmets

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