He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.

Seattle-based entrepreneur and inventor of the modern backpack, Murray McCory, died last month at the age of 80.

He started the backpack company in 1967, while still in college, and went on to revolutionize the way students carry books.

Murray McCory, co-founder of JanSport credited with developing many of the brand’s iconic products, passed away in Seattle, ...

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From the best hiking boots to the best camping storage boxes, outdoor gear is in my blood. I love to hike, bike, run, swim, paddle and scramble. I’m also an outdoors-focused strength coach who helps ...

We tested 11 of the most popular sleeping bags to see how they compared in terms of comfort, design and packability. Two emerged as the best.

We eschewed latest ultralight technical fabrics and relied upon a century ... And while that weight means a canvas tent is never going to compare to a SilNylon alternative for backpacking, the upside ...

The Arc’teryx Thorium SV is one of the burliest jackets within the Canadian brand’s collection. It’s one that combines lofty ...