In May we bought the Osprey Poco child carrier backpack for our daughter. She just turned eight months and since she was able to sit balanced by herself, we decided it was time to introduce her to hiking. At first, we were a bit worried how she would react when we put her in, but…
Buying a new backpack is never easy because there are so many things you need to take into consideration, such as size, compartments, access, durability, fit etc. Here we selected the five best backpack brands to make things a little easier for you. The brands listed here set themselves apart from competition by utilizing high-quality…
Hiking and backpacking are often strenuous activities which require high-quality gear. However, not all outdoor brands make high-quality products. To help you narrow down first-class hiking and backpacking products, we made this selection of the 10 best outdoor brands for hikers and backpackers. The selected brands differ from other outdoor brands by utilizing innovative technologies…
Is there anything better than bringing your children, big and small, into nature and showing them the pleasure of hiking and outdoor experiences? While older children can walk on their own, smaller children will inevitably have to be carried some or all of the way as baby strollers will be too troublesome to deal with…
Here we selected and reviewed the best expedition backpacks with a capacity of 70 liters or more. Such backpacks offer enough storage space for expeditions lasting more than five days. However, be aware that the required capacity of a backpack greatly depends on the equipment and supplies that you need/want to carry with you. For…
On shorter hikes with stable weather you might feel a little silly bringing a huge backpack (which has to be packed sufficiently to provide stability) only to carry some water and a snack in it. On the other hand, you will always want to have your hands free rather than carrying water bottles, accessories etc….
A hydration vest is very useful for long-distance running, trekking, speed hiking and similar activities. Hydration vests allow you to drink on the go without stopping. They typically come with a hydration bladder, although some brands sell hydration bladders separately. Hydration vests differ by cargo capacity, but they typically don’t provide that much storage space…
A backpack is an essential piece of hiking gear because it enables you to easily carry your gear, clothing, food and water. The longer the trip, the more important it is to have a good backpack on your shoulders because the weight of the required gear will increase with the duration of the hike. Modern…
A backpack allows you to easily organize and carry food, water, accessories, equipment and additional clothing. Therefore, it is required for all but the shortest hikes. However, not every backpack is suitable for every hike. For example, it doesn’t make sense to carry a very big backpack on short hikes as big backpacks are typically…
Hiking and scouting can be great activities for children and adolescents. Unfortunately, the offer of backpacks suitable for children is quite limited in comparison for the many options for adults. Backpacks for kids differ from backpacks for adults by having smaller and more adjustable harnesses and narrower hip belts. This does not only provide the…
