But height alone isn’t the key factor in pack fit—it’s torso length, or the distance from the point on your lower back that’s level with your hip bones, up to the base of your neck (technically, the ...

Choosing the right backpack is an important decision when it comes to maximising the quality of your time outside. But the best backpacks for women can be difficult to find: determining what fits and ...

Hiking backpacks come in all shapes and sizes. Here's how to choose the right one for your adventure style.

We spoke with Chris Horton, product line manager for Osprey Packs, about how to properly fit and load a backpack for a pain-free hike. I’ve done a handful of long hikes in past years, like the ...

Dear Kristin: I know which brand and model backpack I want to buy, but I'm having trouble deciding on the size. My torso length is 19 inches and the break between the medium and large is 19 1/2 inches ...

Shopping for a new backpack can be a daunting task. First, you need to decide what type of pack you want based on the kind of hiking you intend to do. Next, you have to wade through a laundry list of ...

The most innovative backpack in this year’s backpacking gear test wasn’t from an up-and-coming cottage gear company, but from a decades-old company out of New Zealand, Aarn. Where most backpacking ...