Category Packs & Bags

Finding the best tactical backpacks means cutting through a flood of nearly identical-looking bags to identify the ones that actually hold up under load, organize your gear efficiently, and survive ro

Finding the best dry sacks comes down to three things: weight, pack size, and how well the seal actually holds when your gear gets submerged or soaked in a downpour. After testing roll-top closures, s

Finding the best carabiners means knowing exactly what you're clipping, how much weight it needs to hold, and whether you're outfitting a climbing harness or organizing gear in your garage. A 12kN alu

Finding the best bungee cords sounds straightforward until you're on the side of a highway rewrapping a tarp that snapped loose, or digging through a tangled drawer for the one size you actually need.

Hanging your food properly in bear country is one of those skills that separates a smooth backcountry trip from a stressful one, and the bag system you use makes a real difference in how long that pro

If you're heading into bear country with 3 to 7 days of food, the canister you carry isn't a nice-to-have - it's required gear in most wilderness areas and the difference between a smooth trip and los

Finding the best paracords comes down to three things: strand count, tensile strength, and how the cord holds up under real load - not just what the label claims. After testing options across survival

Finding the best gear organizers comes down to three things: capacity, structure, and whether the thing actually holds its shape when you load it up. After testing trunk organizers and cable bags acro

Finding the best packable daypacks comes down to three things: how small it stuffs, how much abuse it can take, and whether it's actually comfortable to carry once you load it up. After testing packs