Hilltop Packs Blog

Why Good Sleep Is So Important!

Good sleep is essential for our physical and mental health. This applies to to everyone and especially backpackers trying to recoup from a strenuous day of hiking. It allows our...

Gear That Makes You Smile

Photos have an incredible power to transport us back in time and evoke a wide range of emotions, often bringing a smile to our faces. They capture and preserve precious...

Ben & some friends in the Roaring Plains of WV

Ben the owner of Hilltop Packs takes a trip with 3 friends to the Roaring Plains Wilderness in West Virginia. In the video you will see 4 Hilltop Packs Raven...

A pack liner is a waterproof barrier that protects your gear from the elements. It's an essential piece of backpacking equipment, especially when carrying essential items like electronics, sleeping bags,...

Our switch to D50T fabric from DTRS

Are you wondering what the difference is between DTRS75 fabric and our new D50T fabric? First, they are both made by Challenge Sailcloth. The same company that makes Ultra fabric...

Why backpacking?

Are you tired of the daily grind and looking for a way to escape the monotony of everyday life? Well, look no further than backpacking! This adventurous activity is not...

Bear Canisters vs Bear Bags

In this video we talk about bear canisters vs bear bags and when you should use one or the other. Check out our line of ultralight bear bags here

Day Hike Clean-up

The crew at Hilltop Packs took a break from the shop went on a day hike on a nearby trail. We took our trail maintenance bags and planned to pick-up...

Which bear bag/food bag is right for you?

In this video we show off a few different versions of our food bags/bear bags

Merry Christmas & a Small Business Thank you!

Here are a few videos our staff made for the holidays. Enjoy!

We helped clean up a local lake

Hilltop Packs donated it's employees for day for a local cleanup project. Volunteers from EQT, CNX, as well as Hilltop Packs, and organized by Greene County Tourism, collected 59 tires, approximately...

Titanium vs Aluminum

Titanium and aluminum are both lightweight metals with a wide range of applications across many industries including backpacking. Here are some key differences between the two. Strength: Titanium is generally...

6 Ways Hiking Will Change Your Life

Physical fitness: Hiking is an excellent form of exercise that can help improve cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and increase endurance. It is a low-impact activity that can be done at...

Lance Smith - Hiker Spotlight

Meet Lance Smith of Outlan Outdoors – Husband, father, hiker and YouTuberBy Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer,Hilltop PacksLance Smith is living the American dream. He happily lives in his suburban home...

Why Use A Minimalist Wallet From Apex Giant?

Co-owners, Ben McMillen and Travis Duncan opened Apex Giant in 2022 to create USA made products for hiking and backpacking. From the begining they had bigger plans to expand their product...

Durston Gear - Gear Maker Spotlight

Canadian gear maker creates quality tents for hikers all around the world By Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer, Hilltop Packs LLC Although Dan Durston calls Canada home to his family and business,...

Tim Buckley "Backpacking with Buckley" - Hiker Spotlight

Ohio hiker wants everyone to go ‘Backpacking with Buckley’ By Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer, Hilltop Packs LLC Tim Buckley of Ohio is a backpacking/hiker enthusiast whose life motto could be...

Hilltop Packs honored with McCracken Legacy Award

Hilltop Packs honored with McCracken Legacy Award Written by Creative Content Writer Steve Barrett Hilltop Packs LLC and Hilltop Packs Coffee Company were awarded the 2022 McCracken Legacy Award during...

John Kelley - Hiker Spotlight

Kentucky backpacker/ YouTuber John Kelley travels the path of faith By Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer, Hilltop Packs LLC John Kelley, 48, of Kentucky is living proof that there is a...

Jason Outdoors - Hiker Spotlight

Wisconsin backpacker all about the ‘Outdoors’ By Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer, Hilltop Packs LLC Wisconsin is home to more than the Green Bay Packers, frigid winters and cheese. It is...

Steven Smith, ‘My Life Outdoors’ - Hiker Spotlight

Texas backpacker shares his experience with ‘My Life Outdoors’ By Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer, Hilltop Packs LLC Backpacker Steven Smith really loves the outdoors, which is why he wants to...

Hi, I'm Steve, The New Guy.

Written by our Creative Content Writer Steve Barrett about his time at so far at Hilltop Packs... I started working for Hilltop Packs LLC in March, and now, nearly a...

Dry Bags vs Stuff Sacks for hiking and backpacking

Backpackers and hikers frequently ask us at Hilltop Packs LLC which is the better choice for carrying their gear on trails: Stuff sacks or dry bags? The answer is simple: It's...

Huck Outdoors - Hiker Spotlight

Meet Jason Huckeba of “Huck Outdoors” By Steve BarrettCreative Content Writer, Hilltop Packs LLC It is only fitting that Jason Huckeba’s popular outdoors Youtube channel is called “Huck Outdoors,” because the outdoors has always been...

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Works as intended

I ordered two, but I plan on grabbing more at another time. These hangers work as intended. As backpackers buying from a backpacking company, we all likely know what our packs weigh, so staying within the weight limit for these hangers is pretty easy.

I tried posting a photo for the review, but upon trying to post one photo I'd gotten an error stating the upload took too long and I should upload only one at a time. (the upload was only taking about 2 seconds to reach 99% completion before the error and was indeed only one photo)

Anyway, each of my packs are in the range of 10-15 lbs that I have hanging from these hangers and I have zero concerns about the hangers failing.

These are dense and sturdy little tools that keeps the backpacking gear obsession stay organized. I started with two just to see if I would like them first and I do - so I'll definitely be grabbing more down the road.

I did need to cinch the shoulder straps tight to be able to hang the packs, but beyond that, while they are not difficult to take off the hangers, accidentally knocking packs off of them is not likely. Possible? Of course - it's a hanger, but you'd have to be pretty gruff to make that happen.

The one thing I'd note is making sure the rack or dowel used to hang the packs is capable of holding the weight of the packs.

But now my gear closet has packs that are ready for adventure that are easy to grab and go. No more digging through the pile of packs at the bottom of the closet to grab the one I'm looking for.

Zipper pouch

I got the medium and small pouchs. The quality is top notch. I'm using the medium pouch for my electronics, it holds my battery bank, charging cords, headlamp & thermometer and that's about it. The small pouch will hold my toothbrush & toothpaste, dental floss, container for my meds & a roll of Rolaids. I also ordered a sack for my cook pot it works great. Hilltop crew thank you very much.

Absolutely Perfect Size

I'm using this dry bag for my tent...fits perfectly.

Super lightweight and durable!

This item is well made, very light, and durable. Great for packing camp food. I like the transparency of the material so I can see what’s inside.

Trail Maintenance Trash Bag

Works very well! The opening is large enough to allow easy placement of items and the depth is very good. The shoulder strap is wide enough to fit comfortably over shoulder, and the handle on the bottom is very useful. I take a one hour walk through my neighborhood urban trails every day and pick up trash along the way. It is a great bag, very useful, and excellent for this 78 year old man. Overall Five Star Excellent Rating!