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.
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.
Gear Guide: The Best of the Rest
There's a lot of great gear out there, and only so much space in our gear guide. Here are 35 products that barely missed the cut.
The Best Bargain Backpacking Gear
Get maximum value for minimum cash with these 13 standout products.
The Best Gifts for Expert Hikers
Impress the expert on your list with these 15 high-performance products.
15 Last-Minute Gifts for Hikers From REI's Holiday Clearance Sale
Put off doing your shopping? Lucky you: Right now, some of our favorite products of the year are on sale at REI.
The 8 Best Gear Deals from Backcountry's Cyber Monday Sale
Jackets, packs, puffies: Let us be your guide.
The Best Gifts for Ultralighters
Have a toothbrush-cutting, ounce-counting hiker in your life? These 15 gifts weigh less than eight pounds altogether.
The 16 Best Gifts for Beginner Backpackers
Diving into backpacking can be a daunting process. But get the novice hiker in your life some gifts from this list, and they’ll be on the right path.
The 40 Best Gifts for Backpackers of 2018
From craft beverages to do-anything shoes to a cooler that fits on your back, these are our favorite presents of the season.
The Best Winter Camping Gear of 2018
Get out and stay out with these tents, bags, and pads for sleeping in the cold.
