Field Notes
Every guide and review on Best Trail Backpacks in one place: fit and packing guides, gear reviews and roundups, trail skills and camp life.
How-To Guides
How to Measure Your Torso for a Hiking Backpack (Step-by-Step Fitting Guide)
Your height won't tell you your pack size. Find your C7 and iliac crest, measure your torso at home, and match the number to the brand's size chart.
Backpacks and Daypacks
Best Hybrid Daypacks: The City-to-Summit Guide
Looking for the best hybrid backpack for the office and the trail? Which hybrid daypacks suit which commute and hike, and what to check before you buy.
Hiking 101
Hiking Layers Explained for Beginners (Without the Gear Jargon)
Hiking layers explained for beginners: what a base layer, fleece and rain shell each do, why cotton chills you, and the one piece worth buying first.
Hiking 101
Leave No Trace for Beginners: The Judgment-Free Guide to Trail Etiquette
Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace for Beginners with this Judgment-Free Guide. Master Trail Etiquette, Waste Disposal, and Wildlife Safety.
Backpacks and Daypacks
Best Daypacks for Beginners: Comfortable Gear That Won’t Overcomplicate Your Weekend
Three first daypacks for three kinds of beginner: one bag for the commute and the trail, a light trail pack for a longer back, and a budget pick with a real hip belt, plus the fit range to check before you buy.
Hiking 101
Hiking Essentials for Beginners: What to Pack (and What to Leave Behind)
Master the Trail with Our Beginner-Friendly Hiking Essentials Packing Guide. Learn What Gear, Clothing, and Safety Items You Actually Need to Hike with Confidence.
Backpacks and Daypacks
Stop the Post-Hike Hobble: 3 Best Hiking Backpacks for Back Pain
Stop the Post-Hike Hobble. Discover the Best Hiking Backpacks for Back Pain, Featuring Advanced Suspension Systems, Hip Belt Science, and Fit Tips.
Outdoor Comfort
9 Tips for Camping With a Dog
In This Post, I Reveal Valuable Tips for Camping with a Dog to Make Sure Your Four-Legged Friend Behavior Is Exemplary on the Campsite.
Trail Gear and Tech
Best Compass for Hiking: 5 Reliable Picks for Peace of Mind
Discover the Best Compass for Hiking to Secure Your Backup Navigation. Compare Top Mechanical Compasses for Global Tracking, Winter Safety, and Simple Trail Backup.
Outdoor Comfort
How to Choose a Sleeping Bag? — A Buyer’s Guide
Looking for the Perfect Sleeping Bag? In This Post, I Reveal Insightful Information to Help You Choose a Sleeping Bag Best Suited for Your Outdoor Activities.
Trail Gear and Tech
Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX Hiking Boots Review — Snugly Fitting Your Adventurous Feet
In This Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX Hiking Boots Review, I Reveal if the Very Lightweight yet Sturdy Hiking Boots Are a Good Fit for Your Adventurous Feet!
Trail Gear and Tech
How to Choose the Best Hiking Boots: A Comprehensive Guide
Looking for the Best Hiking Boots for Your Next Outing? If So, Check Out my Post Where I Reveal How to Choose the Best Footwear for Happy Feet on the Trails!
