Backpacking

Comprehensive 2025 guide to the best backpacking boots, ranking high-end, mid-range, and budget models by comfort, durability, waterproofing, performance under load, weight, and overall value.

We compared 7 top backpacking tarps for 2025, focusing on durability under tension, waterproofing, and weight. From ultralight Dyneema to heavy-duty nylon and budget polyester, these tarps hold up when wind and rain move in.

We reviewed and ranked the best backpacking-ready power banks of 2025, focusing on weight, durability, real-world efficiency, and ability to keep critical devices powered on day hikes and multi-day treks. From ultralight carbon-fiber designs to rugged waterproof units, these are the best options for reliable trail power.

A practical guide to purifying water outdoors using boiling, filters, chemical tablets, and UV pens with clear pros and cons for each method.