Charlotte

We tested folding saws for backpacking and camp wood, weighing packability, cut speed, lock security, and value to find the best picks for every trip.

We tested backpacking quilts from 1.1-pound summer blankets to 850-fill three-season down, and picked the ones worth carrying for the warmth.

We tested packable pillows for backpacking and camping, from 2.8-ounce inflatables to compressible foam, so you can sleep better without the bulk.

Seven backpacking pillows worth the grams, from a sub-four-ounce inflatable that vanishes into a pack to foam options that feel like home.

We picked quick-drying, packable pants for multi-day trips, from budget spares to a convertible workhorse that handles changing weather.

We carried and ate eight shelf-stable backpacking lunches to find what’s worth the weight, from no-cook meal bars to one-can tuna and hot dinners.

The eight backpacking items worth the weight: a 45-gram water filter, a fast squeeze system, backup tablets, rain cover, fire starter and small comforts.

We tested backpacking hammocks for pack size, strap adjustability, comfort, and overnight coverage. Here are the picks we trust on the trail.

The filter, sleep system, and small gear we pack for a self-supported overnight, chosen on weight, durability, and what still works on night three.

We tested compact first aid kits for backpacking and hiking, weighing carry comfort, wound care, blister supplies, and weather protection.