Your Guide to Smarter Travel
The definitive travel gear resource for frequent fliers, commuters, and everyone in between.
Packing Lists
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This Hostel Essentials Packing List includes all the travel essentials you need to get the most out of your next hostel stay.
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This Vacation Packing List includes all the travel essentials you need to get the most out of a week-long trip.
Packing List
The ultimate packing list including all of the road trip essentials you need to travel by car. We cover it all: men’s and women’s focused items from bags, to clothing and toiletries, to cooking supplies, and more.
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Our Budget Packing List is full of the best inexpensive travel gear we could find. Everything you need to travel the world, without those hefty pricetags.
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Travel isn’t inherently sustainable, so offset your adventures by choosing these sustainable, durable, and ethical products to replace your gear over time.
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Everything you need to travel the world indefinitely while working remotely. Small, lightweight tech and clothing that’s ready for work meetings or adventures.
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Guides
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Not sure what to get the gear enthusiasts in your life? Lucky for you, we've put together the ultimate list of the best everyday & travel gear gift ideas that we’ve found so far.
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We break down how to choose the best laptop bag by style, laptop protection, organization, modes of carry including backpacks, totes, messengers, & more.
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In this road trip guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know to have an epic, worthy-of-the-big-screen road trip. From planning to packing to staying safe.
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In this duffle bag guide, we'll help you find the best duffle bag for your needs, from one bag travel to weekend adventures to the daily grind.
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In this travel sling bag guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to find the best sling bag that will work for you. We cover it all.
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The best travel daypack is unique for each person. We break down how to choose into 7 easy sections, including packs that are compressible, packable, expandable, and more.
Gear Reviews
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The Eagle Creek Pack-It Reveal Packing Cubes come in a range of styles, sizes, and set combinations, allowing you to customize your organization for any trip.
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The sporty Patagonia Refugio Daypack 30L’s laptop sleeve is a nice add-on for those traveling with their device, but we’d prefer the key leash elsewhere.
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The lululemon Command the Day Dopp Kit 5L works well for packing and organizing a lot of toiletry gear, though it has a large footprint and lacks a handle.
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The EVERGOODS Civic Panel Loader 24L (CPL24) combines comfortable carry with intuitive internal organization for a daily bag that also works for travel.
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The Satechi Vegan-Leather Passport Cover’s built-in smart tracker avoids the need to pack a separate one, though its four-card capacity is underwhelming.
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The Monos Metro Mini Crossbody has a premium look and feel when you want to carry the essentials, though it only has room for the bare necessities.
The Blog
We’ve compiled a list of our favorite EDC gifts, from everyday carry items for commuting to the best travel gifts for people who never stop exploring.
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We're checking out the best softside luggage, with durable options and different wheel and pocket designs to suit any packing style and every traveler's need.
If you’re searching for the best gifts for travelers, start with this list of gear, all available at Backcountry! You can get something for everyone.