Gear Guides

Packing a week into one backpack: a method, not a miracle
A repeatable way to pack seven days into a 28 to 40 litre bag using cubes, a laundry bag and one honest rule about shoes. Read more...
Water-resistant, waterproof when closed, submersible: what the labels mean
Three plain levels of water protection, what each one depends on, and the questions to ask before trusting a bag with a phone. Read more...
Personal item or carry-on? How to check a backpack before you fly
Airlines size bags two ways and change the limits often. Here is a five-minute check that works for any backpack, with no brand promises. Read more...