An honest hiker’s take on cheap vs expensive dry bags — comparing Kmart and Macpac with real prices, materials, and durability tests. Find out which dry bag actually earns its place in your pack.

Choosing the right hiking water filter can make or break your trip. I tested both the Sawyer Squeeze and Katadyn BeFree on real hikes — from a 3-day overnight trek to extended back-to-back adventures in Tasmania. Here’s my honest comparison, including pros, cons, and which filter I actually trust on trail.