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I hunted for 10 budget backpacks that can be regularly found for under $200. I then tested each pack, hauling three load-outs of 25, 35, and 45 pounds for 10 miles each.

When scouring the internet for the best cheap backpacks, we considered things like the material they were made of and helpful features, like USB ports and padded straps, that will make them easier ...

We tested some of the best budget hiking gear to find pieces that actually work well enough for the trail. Here are our favorite low-cost boots, backpacks and more.