Staying hydrated is non-negotiable on a hike, but carrying water is never quite as simple as it sounds. It’s heavy, annoyingly easy to spill and, if your bottle leaks inside your nice hiking backpack, ...

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These 17 pieces of essential backpacking gear, each priced under $100, help you hit the trail without hitting overdraft ...