Waterproof backpacks are a unique breed of high-tech utility and functional beauty, and an essential for an adventurous life. From running mountains, to urban commuting, to whitewater rafting, a ...

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Jasmine Gomez is a writer at Travel + Leisure, where she tests and writes about must-have travel essentials. She has over five years of experience producing lifestyle shopping content, and has tested ...

My buddy Stuart Palley and I went fishing on the Sea of Cortez a few days ago. We knew we’d be in an open panga, with plenty of salt water coming into the boat. And in that environment a professional ...

I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve mentioned trash-compactor bags in this column. I swear by them as a piece of gear in my kit, thus the constant recommendations. But my love for them is more ...