StorageThe Thule Guidepost 65 has a large lid that has plenty of storage and can be removed to utilize as a 24 liter day pack. This was great for setting...

Comfort/FitThe Trango Crag pack comes in two sizes, regular and short. The regular size fits this 6-foot-tall tester with medium build well. The double aluminum vertical stays (can be bent...

Comfort/FitThe North Face Cragaconda is available in two sizes with the L/XL best for six-foot-tall users. The suspension is comprised of a HDPE frame sheet and two aluminum vertical stays,...

When is comes to carrying around camera equipment there are many great options on the market. But when is comes to carrying camera equipment and extra personal gear, are there any...

Once a niche segment of backpacking, ultralight (UL) gear is gaining traction among outdoor enthusiasts who want to travel faster and farther with less weight on their back. Nowadays, there...

Comfort/FitThe Exos 58 provides good overall comfort for an ultra-light pack and performs well when carrying loads under 30 pounds. The padding on the Exos 58 is much better than...

Comfort/FitThe Metolius Crag Station is only available in one size, fitting 6-foot users of average climbing build. The dense foam in the back panel is the only suspension component, but...

Comfort/FitWith the Bora AR 50, Arc’teryx employs shoulder straps that are adjustable along two dimensions, which is easy by pulling the Velcro back and adjusting the strap to choose a...

StorageThe Bergans Trollhetta 55 backpack provides flexible storage options. The lid contains two large zippered pockets, one on top and one underneath. There is a large mesh pocket on the...