Hiking backpacks have loops all over the place, but the bottom loops are the most most confusing. They're 2-3 inches long at the very bottom of the pack. They might seem unnecessary, but they have a...

Small dog breeds might seem like they have endless energy, but can they keep up on a long hike? They might not be your first choice for rough terrain, but you'd be surprised how tough small dogs...

Shock cord and bungee cord looks like it's the same product, but they're market towards different buyers. Is there really a difference between shock cord and bungee cord? Is shock cord the same...

Is there really a difference between paracord and shock cord? They might look the same, but they're used in completely different applications. So What's the difference between paracord and shock...

Ever wonder how people use the bungie cords on the front of their backpack? Those straps always seemed pointless until I started backpacking and cycling. So why do backpacks have bungie cords and...

It seems like I run into a backpack carrying dog every time I hit the trail. There's a good reason why dog packs are becoming more common. They allow your dog to carry their own gear reducing your...