Best Hydration Packs for Hiking, Matched to How Long You’re Out
Work out the water your usual hike needs, then match it to one of three hydration packs by hike length and torso, or to a bladder in the daypack you already own.
Best Compass for Hiking: 5 Reliable Picks for Peace of Mind
I compared five compasses on needle balance, declination and sighting, so you can pick a backup that fits the trails you hike and skip the features you won't use.
What Are the Best Water Bottles for Hiking? A Hype-Free Guide
Five bottles for five kinds of hikers, from ice-cold water on exposed trails to stream water you need to filter, with what each one gives up so you can pick yours.
Best Backpack Rain Covers That Stay Put in Wind and Rain
Matching a rain cover to your pack's liters and your trails: five picks, from an ultralight cover with a keeper strap to a budget cover with a buckle strap.
