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Gear

  • Anchored sailboats in the Whitsunday Islands of Australia
    Why Reliable Anchoring Matters for Coastal Sailing Trips
  • Traveler painting a watercolor landscape outdoors during a trip to Japan
    Sketching Your Way Through Remote Treks: Why Lightweight Watercolor Kits Belong in Every Hiker's Backpack
  • Packing a minimalist travel skincare kit into a small toiletry bag
    The Minimalist Backpacker's Skincare Kit: Lessons From 60+ Countries
  • Backpacker checking mobile map app in European train station
    5 Tech Tips for Smarter Travel
  • Wearing Pick Pocket Proof Pants and a shirt by Clothing Arts at Dismaland
    Holiday Gift Guide for Backpackers
  • 5 Tips for Taking Better Travel Photos
  • The author's second bike, packed up, ready to ride through Vietnam!
    How To Buy a Motorbike in Hanoi Without Getting Ripped Off
  • Man holding DSLR camera (photo: Mong Mong, Pexels).
    5 Best SD Card Recovery Software to Recover Your Travel Photos & Videos
  • Backpack country patches passport (photo: Fearless on Four Wheels, iStock).
    Carry the Memory: Meaningful Personalized Gifts for Backpackers and Travelers
  • An SUV driving through a muddy forest track.
    Conquering the Slush: The Ultimate Guide to Mud Terrain Adventures
  • A hiker in a yellow jacket under dark storm clouds in Torres del Paine National Park, Argentina (photo: Andrew Svk, Unsplash).
    Best Types of Jackets for Backpacking in Unpredictable Weather
  • Camera bag with gear (photo: Skye Studios, Unsplash).
    Features To Look for in a Camera Bag for Travel
  • Hiking in fog with a headlamp, a vital small tool (photo: Isaac Davis).
    7 Small Tools That Make a Big Difference on Long Hikes
  • Biking and e-bike community.
    Why E-Cargo Bikes Are Becoming the Smartest Vehicle for Families and Small Businesses
  • Custom Sprinter van (photo by White Top Adventures).
    White Top Adventures: Quality Gear That Helps Van Travelers Go Farther
  • A backpacker wearing bright colors (photo: wayhomestudio on Freepik).
    3 Smart Ways Customized Gear Elevates Adventure Trips
  • Four backpackers (photo by rawpixel.com on Freepik)
    3 Proven Ways To Boost Outdoor Adventures
  • Backpacker in Grand Teton National Park (photo: Alex Moliski, Unsplash).
    Gift Guide: Adventure-Ready Gear for Outdoor Explorers at Scheels
  • A vintage campervan in the desert (photo: Brian Wangenheim, Unsplash).
    What Makes a Great Caravan Air Conditioner for Your Road Trips?
  • Rice terraces in Bali (photo: Dmytro Vynohradov, Unsplash).
    Beyond the Lens: How Technology Helps Travelers Share the World More Clearly
  • A father and child hiking in Champoléon, France (photo: Mael Balland, Unsplash).
    What To Pack for Your Child on a Family Backpacking Trip
  • Hike Footwear's barefoot shoes.
    What Is Hike Footwear Good For? Exploring the Benefits of Barefoot Shoes for Foot Health and Everyday Life
  • Sleeping bag in tent (photo: Unsplash).
    Goose Down or Synthetic Sleeping Bag - What’s Better?
  • Korlai Fort, India (photo: Rahul Bhosale).
    12 Camping Essentials For a Successful Experience
  • Ruko U11MINI drone 4K (photo by Kelly Lemons).
    Learning To Fly: My First Month With a Ruko U11MINI 4K Drone
  • Holafly.
    Why an eSIM is the Best Way to Connect to the Internet Abroad
  • Trail running sneakers and hiking shoes (photo: Dave Lee).
    Choosing Travel Shoes: The Ultimate Guide
  • "See the World" custom passport cover (photo: WanderLabs, Unsplash).
    Must-Have Travel Essentials from Print on Demand
  • A woman working on a laptop at an airport (photo: Getty Images via Unsplash+ license).
    Tech Tools for Remote Workers: Apps and Gadgets to Make Life Easier
  • Camping in Flaming Gorge Reservoir, USA (photo: Patrick Hendry).
    Camp Smarter, Not Harder: 7 Essential Tips
  • Travel supplies (photo by Rachel Claire).
    7 Knife Safety Tips for Travelers and Backpackers
  • Hikers on W Trek, Patagonia (photo: Toomas Tartes).
    Essential Things You Need When Planning A Hike
  • 5 Essential Travel Photography Tips
  • Dave in Guatemala
    Pick-Pocket Proof Pants by Clothing Arts (Review)
  • Veeniix V11PRO drone kit.
    Veeniix V11PRO Drone: The Ultimate Gift for Travel Creators
  • Full suspension mountain bike (photo: Jeremy Chen).
    6 Tips for Choosing a Mountain Bike
  • Fall colors in Colorado (photo: Thomas Morse).
    Essential Gear for Camping in Colorado
  • Slicing tomatoes (photo by Halfpoint, iStock).
    What To Look For in a Good Camping Knife
  • Skiier in Tignes, France (photo: Steve Johnston).
    The Importance of Ski Goggles on the Slopes
  • Woman walking in the Alps (photo: bbtomas, iStock)
    Uncompromised Comfort: Navigating the Backpacking Trail in Wide Leg Jeans
  • Ruko F11GIM2 drone
    The Best Compact Drone for Backpackers
  • Lakeside camping in Oregon (photo: Brooks Rice).
    10 Camping Essentials You Can't Afford to Leave Behind

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Dave at Ahu Ko Te Riku on Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Chile.

Hi, I'm Dave

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I've been writing about adventure travel on Go Backpacking since 2007. I've visited 68 countries.

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