If you’ve gone backpacking anytime in the last decade you’ve probably noticed that thru hiking backpacks are starting to get small—really small. The 70-liter external-frame packs of yore are quickly ...

We explain the differences and benefits of an external frame backpack vs internal to see if there’s a good argument for resurrecting the traditional pack for long treks . | Credit: Joel Carillet ...

If you hike regularly or have an upcoming multiday excursion planned, you can’t rely on any old backpack to see you through your adventures. You need a dedicated hiking pack made with rugged materials ...

YETI's new Skala hiking backpack combines a well-tuned fit with a uniquely engineered opening for hassle-free access to your gear.

YETI's new Skala hiking backpacks come in 32L, 40L, 50L, and 60L sizes with men's and women's fits, RipZip access, and weather-resistant nylon.

Wow, I can’t even REMEMBER the Wonderland, so that must be an oldy-but-goody. Really, in a lot of ways, internal-frame packs were, and are, great. They’re effective at distributing loads, keep your ...

For sale: 1 blue external frame hiking backpack. $50 + the cost of whatever shipping option you choose(USPS, UPS, FedEx) (will be shipped from Blacksburg, VA)<BR><BR ...

Here is all the information you need to pack for your Frosh Trip. When selecting gear for the trip, remember that you’ll be in the outdoors for six days, so you’ll want to bring only those things you ...

Maybe they made their own packs? If anybody has seen or heard about a titanium-frame pack, please clue me in. To my knowledge, there is no such creature as an external-frame pack weighing less than ...