Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing ...

As I trudged up the nearly 1,000-foot vertical trail leading to the top of the mountain I was camping on, I watched the sunset and the storm clouds building. The conditions weren’t ideal for pitching ...

This one is for the gram counters. If you’re going out for more than a couple of nights and logging major miles on the trail each day, you’ll notice the weight of your gear starts to creep from your ...

When you’re logging miles on the trail by day, a backpacking tent is your priceless refuge by night. It’s the shelter that will keep you warm, dry and away from bugs, where you’ll snooze, change ...

I'm Bryan Rogala with Outside, and today we're going to talk about the gear you need to get started hiking and backpacking. Hiking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're looking for a ...