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...

Why use a Pack Liner?
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...