In The Wild

How to Plan a One-Bag Trip With Topo Designs

Between the time it takes to pack and check a bag and then retrieve it at the carousel when you land, there has to be a better way to travel. Good news: there is. More people are consolidating thei...

Topo Designs’ Carry-On Bag Size Guide

The perfect carry-on bag size lets you glide onto the plane with your essentials by your side. The wrong size can mean battling for overhead bin space—or getting fines from the airline, if you exce...

Pick Your Rover Pack

Whether you’re looking for a sturdy hiking backpack to carry your gear or a casual backpack for daily essentials, there are countless options out there. If the many styles, sizes, materials, pocket...

How to Layer Clothes for Hiking

Whether tackling a snow-tipped summit glistening in the morning light or exploring the raw cliffs and canyons of the desert at high noon, the wrong outfit can turn a great adventure into an uncomfo...

How to Wash a Backpack

A backpack is a must-have for outdoor exploration. The compartments, pockets, and pouches provide convenient storage for sunscreen, trail mix, navigational tools, and other essentials. Even weight ...

How to Fix a Zipper on a Backpack

Outdoor enthusiasts, travelers, and everyday adventurers know the importance of owning a reliable backpack. With a place for everything, hands remain free to explore. However, frustrating zipper ma...

How to Pack a Backpack

Whether hiking the Appalachian trail, planning to summit Pikes Peak, or preparing for another active adventure, how to pack a backpack matters. Tossing items in a pack versus strategic placement im...

How to Choose a Hiking Backpack

A good backpack is the mark of a true outdoor enthusiast, but choosing the right one is about more than just getting that sweet summit profile picture. It’s about finding the right fit for your bod...

How to Pack for a European Road Trip

Our friend Amelia Le Brun is a photographer, writer and, of course, traveler, currently based in the U.K. When she's not packing up her van for weeks-long trips, you can find her in the Lake Distri...

Funpacking: A bike ride could change your perspective

When I first wanted to get into the world of bikes, adventure cycling and bikepacking really grabbed my attention. It seemed so grand and freeing to jump on your bike and just go into t...