When is comes to carrying around camera equipment there are many great options on the market. But when is comes to carrying camera equipment and extra personal gear, are there any...

StorageThe Mystery Ranch Sphinx has some of the best storage options I have tested in a backpack. The lid contained a large wraparound zipper that enabled great access and lots...

Comfort/FitThe DMM Flight is only available in one size, and it fit this 6-foot-tall tester well. The back panel is supported by an HDPE frame sheet and padded via mesh...

Winter offers a unique and enchanting landscape for outdoor enthusiasts, but it also presents specific challenges that require careful preparation and the right gear. Whether you’re planning to hike through...

Comfort/FitThe Trango Crag pack comes in two sizes, regular and short. The regular size fits this 6-foot-tall tester with medium build well. The double aluminum vertical stays (can be bent...

Comfort/FitThe Patagonia Crag Daddy 45L utilizes an aluminum perimeter frame with a tensioned mesh panel to provide load transfer. Well-padded shoulder straps with load lifters and a hip belt with...

Fit/ComfortThe Virga 2 has good overall comfort, provided loads stay below 25 pounds. I found no reference for a recommended load weight for this pack, but based on my experience...

Designed to Navigate Any Environment The Mission Workshop Radian travel pack is designed to seamlessly transition through almost any environment with all the gear required for longer journeys. The clever...

If photography is your thing, sitting around your home shooting baby and puppy pictures isn’t going to cut it. For me, getting out and about is one of the best things about...