Hilltop Packs Blog

October 06, 2024
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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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New Vivid Series Food Bags

  Bright Colors printed on 1.43oz Dyneema. No more getting mixed up food bags at camp! Purchase these bags here

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Stuff Sacks Sizes & Uses

In this video we discuss stuff sack sizes and uses

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What makes a good ditty bag?

So what does make a good Ditty Bag? The answer to that question will be different for different people. But we have some ideas. We hope this helps! We will assume...

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Stakes & Stake Sacks From Hilltop Packs

We sell several types of stake sacks. Here is a video showing off a few

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Stuff Sacks Vs Dry Bags For Quilts

In this video we talk about the reasons you should consider before choosing a stuff sack or a dry bag for your quilt.

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Chair Zero Bag (Stuff Sack)

This video shows off our Chair Zero Bag (Stuff Sack). We also now have bags for the Chair One and REI Flexlite.

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Fanny Packs! Roll top Fanny Packs That Is

We love our Roll Top Fanny Packs. And we love this video! You can find our fanny packs here

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Dual Pocket Battery Bags

Never grab a dead battery on the trail again. The perfect battery storage solution for backpacking with a camera. Grab your Dual Pocket Battery Bag here

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Dual Pocket Gadget Bags Explained

In this video we talk about Dual Pocket Gadget Bags. We have since added 2 sizes. The regular that you see in the video and now the XL size. You...

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Schill Brothers: Backcountry BSing #49

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