If you’re one of those people who doesn’t pay attention to every detail, the bag you carry deserves just as much consideration as what’s inside it. The best leather duffel bags are one of the few pieces of luggage that actually get better with age, developing character with every trip and making you look a
Published on July 14, 2026 08:05 am In my opinion, there’s no better date night than spending an evening by an alpine lake, watching alpineglow creep over the surrounding peaks, enjoying a freeze-dried meal straight from the bag with your favorite hiking partner. Besides sharing experiences, one of the best parts about backpacking with someone
Scott Einsman is Outdoor Life’s gear editor. He oversees the gear team of editors and writers who are subject matter experts in bows, knives, hunting, fishing, backpacking, and more. He lives in Richmond, Virginia with his wife and two bird dogs.