Perfecting the art of backpacking is as much about knowing what to leave behind as it is about knowing what to take. I’ve met mountaineers so weight conscious that they cut the handle off their ...

The simple yet effective design provides the essentials and offers value for various activities. This first aid kit is a useful and compact option to to keep in your day hiking bag for minor ...

Picking the right kit is crucial for a winter trekking trip, but if you think your gear choice doesn’t matter in the summer, think again. Summer sunshine can make life just as tough as winter snow if ...

One of the best parts of trekking into the wilderness is leaving behind the detritus of civilized life—shaving kit, comb, dental floss, deodorant. But let’s face it: the great outdoors is a grimy, ...

While multitools can be heavy, they’re super versatile for repair jobs: the knife can create a clean cut for patching, the pliers can assist with a solid sewing job, and the awl can set new eyeholes ...