Packs & Bags

A rolltop waterproof travel backpack in dark coated fabric sitting on a wet stone ledge with rain visible on the fabric's surface

Waterproof Travel Backpack: What to Actually Look For

How to tell a genuinely waterproof travel backpack from a water-resistant one, what IPX ratings mean, and what to check before you buy or fly with one.

October 5, 2026

A compact roll-top dry bag sitting on the deck of a dive boat next to a mask and fins, with the ocean visible in the background

Dry Bag for Scuba Diving: Which Size Do You Need?

A dry bag for scuba diving means different things: a valuables pouch, a day bag for the boat, or a gear duffel. Here's how to pick the right size.

September 3, 2026

A clear quart-size toiletry bag packed with travel-size liquid containers next to an open carry-on backpack

TSA-Approved Toiletry Bag: What Actually Qualifies

What makes a toiletry bag TSA-approved, the real quart-size rule behind it, and what to check before buying one so security doesn't slow you down.

August 28, 2026