Bags and Backpacks

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10 Best Weekend Bags for Camping Trips

Not all bags are designed for rugged travel! You need a sturdy weekend bag for camping, hiking, road trips or other exciting adventures.

18 Gifts for Hikers at Any Level

Need a present for someone who loves the great outdoors? Here are some of our favorite gifts for...


Patagonia vs North Face: Which Retailer Makes Better Outdoor Gear?

Can’t decide between Patagonia and North Face? Use this guide to help compare prices, products, returns and more from each...


The 7 Best Belt Bags Perfect for the Outdoors

Hands-free belt bags are the convenient and stylish must-have accessory for any outdoor activity


Yeti Just Launched a New and Improved Version of Its Insulated Tote Bag

The new Yeti Camino 2.0 insulated tote bag is the rugged adventure accessory you've been waiting for.

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How To Use Packing Cubes On Your Next Trip

If you'd like to spend less time rummaging through your luggage and more time enjoying your vacation, give packing cubes...


The Best Deals at Backcountry’s Biannual Sale–Up to 60% Off Patagonia, Carhartt, Yeti, The Nor...

Your outdoor adventure awaits! Save big on the gear you need during this huge Backcountry sale.

6 Best Hammocks to Set Up at Your Campsite

Camping hammocks are a great way to bring a little relaxation with you on your next wilderness excursion.


A Complete Checklist for Your Next Family Camping Trip

Nature calls! But before you head out, make sure you've got everything you need to enjoy your next camping trip.


5 Food Storage Tips for Camping Trips

How to keep your food supply safely stored while you're out camping in the wild.


Carhartt’s Best-Selling T-Shirts Are on Sale

Stock up on Carhartt's most popular t-shirts, bags and socks while they're on sale!

11 Things You Must Do Before Leaving for Vacation

You're headed out of town. Tickets are ready, reservations are made, and bags are packed. But before you go on...


Best Gifts for Outdoor Lovers

The "outdoors" means a lot of things to a lot of people. These 11 gift ideas are aimed at the...


19 Perfect Gifts for Dog Lovers and Their Dogs

Here are 20 perfect gifts sure to be appreciated by dogs and their humans this holiday season


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12 Best Backpacks for Back to School

We've rounded up the best back to school backpacks in every category. Find out how these backpacks go above and...


24 Clever Uses for Plastic Bags You Have Lying Around the House

Not just for toting lunch, these handy items are helpful to have around the kitchen and home.

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How to Build a Garage Storage Wall

A customizable clutter-buster that turns your garage into a mudroom.


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30 Products DIYers Shouldn’t Pass Up at Costco

In a trip to Costco, you can stock your workshop with necessities like paper towels and trash bags, but you...


Eco-friendly Alternatives to Plastic Bags

While plastic bags are convenient for consumers, the sad truth is they're extremely harmful to the environment and wildlife. Here...


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How to Clean Reusable Grocery Bags

Here's how to clean reusable grocery bags, no matter what they're made of.


10 Ways to Organize and Store Paper Bags

10 Ways to Organize and Store Paper Bags


8 Ways to Organize and Store Plastic Bags

Have a barrage of plastic bags fly out of your cabinet every time you open it? Put an end to...


This is the Easiest Way to Recycle Plastic Bags

This is the Easiest Way to Recycle Plastic Bags


Is It Food-Safe to Skip the Plastic Produce Bags at the Supermarket?

Going plastic-free might be environmentally friendly, but grocery stores have a dirty secret. Luckily, the solution is sustainable—and sanitary.


How to Paint Leather Furniture

Transform an old piece of leather furniture into a modern showstopper with easy to use leather paint. We'll show you...

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How to Build a Garden Fountain

Cast this fountain in a weekend with a few bags of concrete and some hardware odds and ends.


Easiest Way to Fix Frayed Straps

Frayed straps are difficult to feed through ratchets. Here’s how to make the ends good as new.


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15 Things You Should Never Put Down Your Garbage Disposal

The modern garbage disposal has been a tremendous boon for homeowners and renters worldwide. It provides a quick and sanitary...


How to Double Your Resealable Bags

Save some money by easily doubling your resealable bags in seconds.


Why You Should Store Extra Bags in Your Trash Can

Taking the garbage out is my least favorite chore because there are so many garbage cans around the house. Check...


Is It Safe to Wash and Reuse Zip-Top Bags?

We investigate when (and how) to make your zip-top bags reusable.