To help explain why I love the Aero Jet so much, I called up Drew Zeiff, the lead tester for Outside’s guide to the best travel bags. After testing hundreds of different bags, he was able to ...

Taking weight off your back is a good thing, but not at the expense of comfort, capability or preparedness. Here's how to ultralight backpack in style.

If you spend enough time backpacking, you'll want to streamline your gear. This list of the best ultralight backpacks includes brands like Outdoor Vitals, Exped and more.

The ultralight backpacking trend began in the early 1990s thanks to then-Oregonian Ray Jardine, The "Ray Way" went like this: Use a tarp, not a tent; a sleeping quilt, not a sleeping bag; running ...

When it comes to ultralight backpacking gear, the importance of silnylon can't be overstated. The simple fabric construction--lightweight ripstop nylon impregnated with a waterproof silicone ...

Once carried only by the most hardcore hikers, ultralight backpacks are becoming more common on trails around the world.