Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Cousin to the trusty tote, a packable backpack or rucksack goes ...

A couple of years ago Matador first crossed our radar with a giant tear-proof emergency blanket that folded smaller than a wallet. Since then the company has introduced countless other collapsible ...

How do you make a better travel backpack? If you’re Matador, you team up with Pack Hacker, the site that is all about backpack and luggage reviews. Together, the two brands worked together to design ...

Graham Averill is Outside magazine’s national parks columnist, but some of his favorite adventures have happened inside state parks. New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running ...

Keeping a packable backpack on hand is a small yet mighty convenience when it comes to unexpected errands, hauling souvenirs, and spontaneous day trips. The best packable backpacks are lightweight, ...

As countries across the world continue to lift travel restrictions for U.S. citizens, many are looking for easy-to-pack items to bring on trips. Today, Away, a reader favorite brand, launched three ...

For a bag that’s so light and packs down so small, it’s shockingly fully featured and is as capable as many standalone ...

Few groups deeply understand the ultra-light travel space like bag and accessory maker Matador and the travel equipment evaluators at Carryology. So when the two partner together to collaborate, you ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kit Dillon Kit Dillon is a writer focused on bags and travel gear. He has ...