Our very own testing editor, Jackie Cucco, feels confident that “you could go camping, hiking, or bear-wrestling in the pouring rain and this backpack would come out pristine.” The backpack is ...

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Does your backpack need to be waterproof? I took a look at some of the best hiking daypacks available—at a variety of price points—to help you choose. I’ve been hiking and backpacking for decades, ...

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Discover the best backpacking trails in Iowa, from the rolling Loess Hills to the rugged Yellow River State Forest.

Here’s what’s worth making it into your hiking backpack and what you should leave ... so it's wise to be prepared for rain or inclement weather,” says Pitt. “I recommend using a three ...