I have no idea if it is my physique or the generosity of the companies that make backpacks for running and hiking, but I often end up with an excess of straps. This can be the shoulder straps, ...

Backpacks have seen plenty of changes and innovations of late, as evidenced by the Pelican S100 and TYLT Energi+ device-charging backpack, but most of those changes relate to the pack itself. The ...

If you suffer from issues while wearing a backpack, you may be interested in a new set of straps aptly named Super Straps created by BetterBack. The Super Straps system has been designed to be used ...

The StrapPack by Clakit solves the problem of getting access to your backpack without stopping. Backpacks are great for carrying things, but items in the pack are difficult to access without stopping ...

Roller bags simplify hauling camera gear through the airport – the problem is, once you arrive, you’ll need a different bag if you need to walk through sand, grass or rock. That’s why when Tenba ...

More than 92 percent of the children in the U.S. carry backpacks. Typically the backpacks are loaded with almost one-fourth of the child’s body weight (22 percent) and worn with only one strap. Last ...

Ah, the heartbreak of smelly gear. And it’s a common problem. All that sweat, moisture, and dirt that’s such a big part of hiking creates a perfect environment for bacteria. And that is likely your ...

Backpacks are vital for exploring the outdoors, carrying everything from a snack to survival gear. You can have the best hiking backpack around, but if it's not fitted properly it'll be uncomfortable ...

Wearing a backpack of just 26 pounds can significantly decrease blood flow through your shoulder, down to your fingertips, and may result in a loss of fine motor control and increased fatigue, ...

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The best convertible backpack totes are all about flexibility — something you appreciate the moment your commute gets crowded. I take the subway to work, and anyone who's done the same knows the ...