Are you confused by hiking and backpacking backpacks fabric jargon? Whether you prefer ultralight or heavy-duty packs, you will find the terminology decoded here, so keep reading.
Are There Hiking Backpacks With a Ventilated Hip Belt?
There are many great backpacks from top brands with a ventilated back panel design. But how is this regarding the ventilated hip belt? Read more here.
What Are the Loops on My Backpack For?
I have seen the question from the title and its variants asked at various places and have decided to write this text and keep it as a reference. All standard backpack loops and their purpose are described.
What’s the Difference Between a Woman’s and a Man’s Backpack?
Although hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering packs are mostly unisex, they are sometimes built separately for men and for women. Here you can read more about their differences.
What Are the Specifications for Good Hiking Backpacks?
Hiking backpacks may be of various sizes, so there is no a single set of specifications that would apply to all of them. But we can make a list of essential features instead, and point out at least some specifications.