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The best backpacks are the ones you can take practically anywhere. Whether it’s commuting to work, running around campus, hiking through your local trails, or hopping on a flight, the more uses you ...

At any given moment, I probably own around six backpacks — and not a single one of them functions perfectly the way I need it to. As an outdoor freelance photographer, writer, and outdoor athlete, I ...

For day trips, commutes to work, weekend hikes, having a reliable backpack is a must. This is certainly true for our staff members who tote them around in cities and on trips adventuring in the great ...

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Whether you’re dashing for a crowded train or squeezing onto a packed subway, the last thing you need is your belongings spilling out onto the germ-ridden floor. That’s where commuter backpacks come ...

From overbuilt commuters to sleek concealment specialists, these six bags will handle any and all of your day-to-day missions. The best tactical backpacks, on the other hand, serve a clear purpose, ...

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