For all-day hiking in the rain, or an unexpected downpour on an otherwise fine day, a top quality pair of waterproof trousers ...

Apidura has introduced a refresh of its Packable Backpack and Packable Musette, first launched in 2020, with the renewed designs said to “honour the brand’s Constant Forward Progress approach to ...

When you're camping, you're typically in need of a work surface, plus you're typically surrounded by trees. That's where the Kimberlite Tree Table comes in, as – that's right – it's a packable ...

Fed up with getting wet? You need one of the best waterproof jackets. It doesn’t matter what time of year it is in the UK – there’s always a chance of rain – winter is wet, spring weather is anyone’s ...

How do you make a better travel backpack? If you’re Matador, you team up with Pack Hacker, the site that is all about backpack and luggage reviews. Together, the two brands worked together to design ...

Monday, September 22, 2025 is the official start of fall this year, and I couldn’t be happier to welcome back the crisp air, shorter days and falling temperatures of shoulder season. It turns out, ...

There’s a special kind of misery that comes from using the wrong pack for the job. But if you have a hunting backpack that fits you and matches the task, you’ll hardly notice it’s on your back. The ...

Packable backpacks occupy a smart niche in everyday carry and travel gear—lightweight, compressible, and easy to stash until the moment they’re needed. Whether heading out on an impromptu day hike or ...

Finally, a lightweight wader that is strong enough to take the abuse I dish out, packable and light for easy travel, and convertible from pants to bibs. I've been waiting a long time for this: wader ...

For day trips, commutes to work, weekend hikes, having a reliable backpack is a must. This is certainly true for our staff members who tote them around in cities and on trips adventuring in the great ...

After many shoe trials, these 11 picks have consistently served these job requirements well. Maybe they're really comfortable to wear all day long, easy to get in and off in security lines, or they ...