On the trail, heavy gear leads to a lot of physical suffering. The trick is to find a quality lightweight rain jacket that will keep you dry when you need it but won’t weigh you down or hog precious ...

Less weight and less money..... or more weight and more money? Is there a middle ground? Let's take a look at some great ...

Products like lightweight inflatable chairs can help to make your time at camp comfortable and fun. Will you be carrying all of your gear on your back while you hike to your designated backcountry ...

For a lot of hikers, the secret to a good trip is simple: carry less. Over the past decade, we’ve seen ultralight backpacking go more and more mainstream, as major gear manufacturers have dived into ...

You soon learn after a few backpacking treks that having the right – and light – gear can make the difference in a breakthrough adventure and a backbreaking experience. In choosing the right equipment ...

SILVERTHORNE — From the creators of GoLite, My Trail Co. recently opened a new retail location at The Outlets at Silverthorne, according to a mall spokesman. The My Trail brand can trace its roots to ...

Editor’s Note: This primer is the first in a series profiling the best backpacking gear and training for your summer and fall adventures. Stay tuned for more on backpacking food (it’s not all just ...

A backpacking rain jacket is a must-have, even if you’re expecting nothing but bright, sunny hiking weather. Mother Nature is unpredictable; you never know when the sky might open up in a torrential ...