"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." That said, it’s easy to get lost in marketing speak. Some backpacks say “water-resistant” when they ...

Before you think about any other outdoor kit, you need a good backpack. How else are you meant to carry the rest of what you need? And, what's more, how else are you meant to keep all your stuff dry?

A damp park map, a soaked granola bar, a fried laptop—there’s nothing worse than water seeping into your travel gear. The only reliable way to keep your valuables dry in wet conditions is to store ...

My buddy Stuart Palley and I went fishing on the Sea of Cortez a few days ago. We knew we’d be in an open panga, with plenty of salt water coming into the boat. And in that environment a professional ...

Waterproof backpacks are a unique breed of high-tech utility and functional beauty, and an essential for an adventurous life. From running mountains, to urban commuting, to whitewater rafting, a ...

I always travel with a waterproof backpack. I may not always use it, but the insurance it provides is worth making space in my luggage. Two trips come to mind from this past season where having one ...