The Best Bargain Backpacking Gear
Get maximum value for minimum cash with these 14 standout products for $160 or less.
Sleeping Bags
Sleeping bags vary in terms of temperature rating, insulation type, weight and other features. Find the perfect bag for your backcountry camping needs with in-depth sleeping bag reviews from Backpacker's gear experts.
Deal of the Week: REI Co-op Zephyr 20 Kids' Sleeping Bag
Get an affordable bag for an even better price.
The 10 Best Deals from REI's Gear Up Get Out Sale
Get equipped for the winter with steep deals on tents, sleeping bags, electronics, and more great gear.
The 30 Best Gifts for Backpackers of 2019
Cocktails in a can, a one-of-a-kind daypack, a sweater so fuzzy that you'll want to cuddle it: There's something for every hiker on this list.
Deal of the Week: The North Face Campforter 20 Sleeping Bag
Get one of the comfiest bags we've ever used at a cut-rate price right now.
The Best Gear for Camping in a Storm
There’s no such thing as bad weather if you have good gear—and tequila.
The Best Comfort Backpacking Gear, According to BACKPACKER's Gear Editor
Backpacking should be about pleasure, not pain.
BACKPACKER Editor Dennis Lewon Picks His Favorite Budget Gear
Spend less, hike more with a system that prioritizes affordability and durability.
The 9 Best Sleeping Bags of 2019
Sleep well in the backcountry with these down and synthetic models.
