Dealing with a broke or stuck backpack zipper can be seriously annoying. The zipper pops open randomly or they just feel impossible to zip. Luckily, there are easy ways to lubricate or fix a broken zipper, but it’s important to understand what caused them to break in the first place.… Read More »Why Do Backpack Zippers Break and How Can I Fix It?

You’ll see lots of different backpacks on the trail. They range from simple daypacks to 100+ Liter packs filled the brim with all kinds of hiking gear. Is there a way to get around paying for a ridiculously priced hiking backpack? Can you use a regular backpack for hiking? Yes,… Read More »Can You Use a Regular Backpack For Hiking?