(268,1,'2017-03-13 18:32:49','2017-03-13 18:32:49','The technological realm related to/with smart home is changing very rapidly, especially with reference to security. So that we reviewed Best Home Security Cameras of 2017 for your security and surveillance systems.\r\n\r\nIt is now possible to keep an eye on your home or office or any indoor or outdoor space around the clock regardless of whether you’re present on the premises or situated thousands of miles away. You can fully access each and every nook and cranny in your house, switch on/off the lights, and secure the main entrance lock using a secret code.\r\n\r\nInstalling a surveillance camera is still the most practical as well as a sophisticated way of keeping constant watch over your house particularly when you’re located far away. An at home security camera is indisputably the most invaluable to safeguard your expensive assets and possessions on one hand and offer a ring of safety around your family on the other. If you’re constantly worried about intruders breaking into your residence or perpetually fear about the safety of your near and dear ones, then setting up an outdoor security and/or indoor security camera system will surely give you peace of mind.\r\n\r\nThe sole aim of this article is to meticulously review the top-notch indoor security cameras based on some standard quality parameters as well as on their specific features or functionalities. Going through the reviews will surely go a long way in helping you to distinguish one apparatus from the other thereby letting you pick the one apt for your home security.\r\n\r\n[table id=6 /]\r\n<h3>Tips &amp; Features to Select When Installing A Home Security Camera</h3>\r\nOf all the advantages of having a smart house, being able to see what happens inside the home as long as you’re out or away is, without a doubt, the most practicable. The indoor security camera allows you to keep a hawk’s eye on your valuables, kids, pets, and everything else that matters to you. All modern-day surveillance cameras, despite being different from each other in terms of capacities and features, allow you to continuously capture live images of any interior space or room and archive these for viewing later on.\r\n\r\nThere are security cameras that can detect even the slightest of movements or tiptoe, some can replace a nanny you’ve employed for watching over your little one, and so on. However, if you’re looking for a device that’s not only convenient to install but also lets you keep a tab from anywhere via an app on your smartphone or the web browser, then you’ll be able to pick from the ones reviewed here.\r\n<h3>Reasons for Installing a Home Security Indoor Camera</h3>\r\nThough many may decry the installation of a spy camera or a CCTV camera, there are individuals who regard these surveillance gadgets as the last resort to keep intruders or burglars at bay. No matter which side of the debate you’re on, there are compelling reasons to mount Wi-Fi camera monitor at strategic points in your residence.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Safeguard your family and home from burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Secure the home and inmates against fires</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep tabs on children when they’ve to stay alone for the entire period their parents or guardians are not present</li>\r\n 	<li>Monitor a second home or vacation property when the proprietors are not around to keep an eye out in person</li>\r\n 	<li>Supervise the entire workplace including the office, factory, and warehouse in order to thwart theft as well as maintain productivity</li>\r\n 	<li>Help observe the elderly and infirm family members and monitor their activities</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps nab criminals and housebreakers and deter crimes</li>\r\n 	<li>Plays a key role in safeguarding priceless valuables, jewelry, sentimental inheritances, expensive buys, and memorabilia</li>\r\n 	<li>An additional trustworthy layer of security that secures domestic or commercial premises against carbon monoxide poisoning, natural disasters including floods and hurricanes, and sudden or unexpected fire outbreaks</li>\r\n 	<li>Facilitates homeowners on saving a considerable amount of money while buying homeowners’ coverage which is mandatory (you’re eligible to get a moderate to handsome rebate on homeowners’ insurance policy depending upon the type and/or capabilities of the home security camera for indoor system)</li>\r\n 	<li>Help protect pets and defend less frequented spaces like the garage, basement or attic from strangers or outsiders</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Basic Features of a Standard Indoor Home Security Camera</h3>\r\nWhatever indoor security camera you finally opt for, the same must possess the following standardized or basic features:-\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Audio/Video:</strong> The quality of video recorded and displayed is what matters the most in any wireless indoor security camera. The home security camera should be able to record images of high resolution (1080p is the accepted standard) at any time of the day or night. The gadget should be equipped with digital zoom which enlarges everything it records letting you take a closer look.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Lenses:</strong> Also, the camera comes with high-quality lenses allowing it to cover a larger or wider area. Any standard security camera for indoors comes with a built-in microphone and speaker.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Placement/Installation:</strong> If you want a wireless IP camera exclusively for observing what’s going on inside the rooms, then you’d be spoilt for choice. But if you wish to put your garage, backyard, front porch, and the driveway under surveillance, then you’d have to settle for a device that can be set up outdoors. Obviously, then the device has to be not only waterproof but can also weather the elements.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Comprehensive Connectivity:</strong> A high-end security camera usually happens to be Wi-Fi compliant but most are Bluetooth compatible thus facilitating easy and fast linking with your tab, smartphone or laptop. However, a good proportion of the modern-day wireless camera systems are integrated around mobile apps permitting you to thoroughly control the mechanism via those apps.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Cloud or Local Storage of Footages:</strong> A great majority of home security camera for indoors lets you backup the footages or recordings in a micro-SD card and most of the models also offer the option of cloud storage. You may not have to pay any subscription fees for accessing footage using a microSD or SD card but might be required to purchase fresh memory cards time and again. Alternatively, you can store more data (recordings that is) in the cloud but you may have to pay a subscription periodically for using the services.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Price Point:</strong> A greater proportion of the home security cameras reviewed in this article have a price tag within the $200 range though cameras that are suitable for using outdoor with PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) options might be priced somewhat higher.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Smart Home Apps Compatibility:</strong> There are wireless home security camera brands that can be linked or connected with other digital home security or home automation (smart home) systems including but not limited to plant sensors, smart locks, and thermostats. Obviously, such advanced camera monitors cost more than the conventional ones.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Warranty:</strong> Most of the indoor security cameras reviewed in this blog carry at least a one-year warranty.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Areas Where You Can Install Indoor Security Cameras</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Entrances at the front and back of homes</li>\r\n 	<li>Ground floor/1st floor windows</li>\r\n 	<li>Hallways and aisles leading to bedrooms, study room and living room</li>\r\n 	<li>Garage</li>\r\n 	<li>Basement or cellar</li>\r\n 	<li>Front yard/Backyard</li>\r\n 	<li>Bedroom</li>\r\n 	<li>Office reception, cubicles, boardroom, and other important areas</li>\r\n 	<li>Gyms</li>\r\n 	<li>Clubs</li>\r\n 	<li>Schools, colleges, and universities</li>\r\n 	<li>Stores and outlets in shopping malls</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe above is of course not an exhaustive listing as there are numerous other areas where wireless IP cameras can be installed.\r\n<h3>1.Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera</h3>\r\nYou can keep a constant vigil over your home, thanks to 24 x 7 live streaming by Indoor Security Camera from Nest Cam. The Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera has been meticulously designed keeping the futuristic smart home in mind. This indoor security camera comes with a resourceful magnetic stand as well as wall-mount plate allowing you to install the same conveniently in different areas of your house.<a href=\"http://geni.us/y9xbNmc\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-231 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nest-1-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe home security camera with app (Nest Aware is compatible for setting up with a range of digital devices including your smartphone, tab, and laptop. With a 1080p HD video resolution, the Nest Cam easily lets you make out objects and individuals even in low or dim light conditions. The device also offers wide viewing angle (130°) enabling you to clearly see the interiors of any space or room, depending on the manner you mount it.\r\n\r\nThe digital zoom feature facilitates 8 x magnification of any image or illustration. Two-way audio permits you to listen or speak through your smartphone and the motion detection functionality alerts you of any movement within the viewing range. It is also equipped with location detection that lets the Nest Aware mobile app exploit the phone’s GPS for activating specific features.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continuous live streaming</li>\r\n 	<li>Get alerts through the mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio permits you to speak up or listen in</li>\r\n 	<li>Cloud backup lets you store near unlimited footages</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video resolution of 1080</li>\r\n 	<li>Wide-angled views</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic stand and wall-mounting plate</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continuous live streaming allows you to check several days of recording at a fast pace</li>\r\n 	<li>Round the clock video recording courtesy Nest Aware so that you don’t miss out on anything</li>\r\n 	<li>Get alerts through the mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio permits you to speak up or listen in</li>\r\n 	<li>Cloud backup lets you store near unlimited footages that you can access at your convenience</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video resolution of 1080 allows you to see crystal clear images even when it’s dark</li>\r\n 	<li>Wide-angled views</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic stand and wall-mounting plate makes it possible to set up the gadget anywhere you wish to</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Not all broadband networks, tablets, and smartphones are compatible with the 1080p resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>For recording video on a non-stop basis, you’ll have to subscribe to Nest Aware paid services which means you won’t be able to take advantage of cloud storage without paying</li>\r\n 	<li>The infrared LEDs are too bright that puts too much glare on objects proximal to the camera making it difficult to distinguish and/or differentiate objects within a distance of 15 feet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/y9xbNmc\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>2.YI Dome Camera 1080 HD PTZ Wireless IP Security Surveillance System Night Vision</h3>\r\nThe YI Dome Camera 1080 HD Pan-Tilt-Zoom Wireless IP Security Surveillance System with Night Vision is the perfect home security camera for indoor that lets you keep a constant watch over your home. The wide-angled lens (112°) facilitates 115° rotation vertically and 345° rotation horizontally thereby offering 360° coverage of the area or space under surveillance. Night vision feature allows crystal clear view of everything up to a maximum distance of 3 meters.<a href=\"http://geni.us/NVBnQQ\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-234 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/yi-dome-2-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"YI Dome Camera 1080 HD PTZ Wireless IP Security Surveillance System Night Vision \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe YI Dome Camera has a receptive, state-of-the-speaker reinforced with an inbuilt noise filter which enables crisp and clear 2-way communication as well as video chats. Motion tracking/ detection functionality makes sure you don’t miss out on the most surreptitious of tiptoeing or movements. Each and every nook and cranny in your living space is scanned, thanks to the Auto Cruise functionality.\r\n\r\nThe dome captures images and records footages in HD mode allowing you to review the captured videos in 1080p resolution. The advanced optical lens masks itself when not in use thereby permitting only discretionary recordings. Bookmark up to 8 locations of your choosing with your preferred viewing range. Intercom and hands-free mode enable one-way and two-way interactions respectively.\r\n\r\nThis wireless home security camera can be panned, zoomed in and tilted as per your convenience by exploiting the gyroscope as well as the phone app features thereby making it possible to capture everything from different angles.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>112° wide-angled lens allows 360° coverage</li>\r\n 	<li>Pan-Tilt-Zoom courtesy mobile app &amp; gyroscope compatibility</li>\r\n 	<li>1080 HD resolution captures 15fps</li>\r\n 	<li>2MP CMOS sensor</li>\r\n 	<li>8 Infrared non-invasive LEDs suitable for monitoring babies</li>\r\n 	<li>Free cloud storage of videos for 7 days in YI</li>\r\n 	<li>Activity alerts in real-time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Motion detection/tracking</li>\r\n 	<li>Local storage via micro-SD cards</li>\r\n 	<li>Supports both Android/iOS devices</li>\r\n 	<li>Wall-mount, ceiling-mount, and vertical-mount</li>\r\n 	<li>Intercom and hands-free audio modes for 2-way communication</li>\r\n 	<li>Activity alerts in real-time</li>\r\n 	<li>Bookmarking up to 8 locations</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision shooting up to a maximum range of 3 meters</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary app requires you to reveal a lot of personal details including browsing history, apps on your smartphone, and scan your bookmarks which could be nightmarish with respect to privacy</li>\r\n 	<li>The camera app will install and download folders and files with impunity for uploading on YI servers</li>\r\n 	<li>The two-way audio cannot be monitored on the end of the individual you’re communicating with implying that the person can go on hearing even after you’ve switched off</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/NVBnQQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>3.Arlo Pro Security System with Siren-3 Rechargeable Wire-free HD Cameras with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision from NETGEAR</h3>\r\nThe Arlo Pro Security System Wire-free HD Cameras is up there with the best of indoor security cameras/outdoor security cameras. Being completely wireless relieves you from the hassle of handling messy wires, cables, and power cords. As the Arlo comes without wires, installing the apparatus is rendered remarkably easy anywhere inside or outside the home without of course compromising on wide-angled monitoring.<a href=\"http://geni.us/HeLDO\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-226 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arlo-3-1-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"Arlo Pro Security System with Siren-3 Rechargeable Wire-free HD Cameras with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision from NETGEAR\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe Arlo Pro security camera for your house is totally weatherproof which means the device keeps on performing efficiently even in inclement weather conditions. This means you can mount the camera outside the house near the driveway or in the backyard or any other outdoor spot. The package comes with rechargeable batteries that can be charged quickly thus providing instant backup during an outage or blackout without camera going offline.\r\n\r\nThe inbuilt microphone with speaker facilitate 2-way speaking out and listening in. The 7-day recording in the cloud is free with NETGEAR and this incentive is offered on a recurring basis without your having to pay anything of course. The gadget sounds off a 100+ decibel siren alarm when it detects a housebreaker or intruder.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Totally weatherproof</li>\r\n 	<li>130° wide-angled field of viewoffers 360° coverage</li>\r\n 	<li>All-glass lens with in HD 1080p</li>\r\n 	<li>Nest Aware app alerts you of any suspicious movement</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with inbuilt speaker-and-microphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy installation through direct plug-in on any indoor or outdoor outlet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Thoroughly wire-free or wireless camera allows 360° home monitoring</li>\r\n 	<li>The advanced optical lens facilitates 130° field of view</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video recording implies the images, illustrations and footages are clear and distinct</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with rechargeable batteries that can be charged/recharged with speed</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual-way audio lets you listen, talk, and reply</li>\r\n 	<li>IP65-certified weatherproof camera makes it function smoothly in stormy or chilly weather and even when it’s too hot</li>\r\n 	<li>Record and store footages with movements in the cloud without paying anything on a recurrent 7-day basis</li>\r\n 	<li>Local storage possible via USB drive</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The image quality is not very good owing to the poor 720p resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision is also very poor due to the low resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a huge lag between real-time viewing and watching footages as recordings take quite long to start</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/HeLDO\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>4.Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera</h3>\r\nThis 1080p outdoor security camera from Nest Cam allows you to see images, illustrations, representations, and movements not only inside your home but also on the spots just outside of the residence. The camera comes with the proprietary Nest Aware app that lets you archive all footages from 10 to 30 days in the Nest Cam cloud and view the reruns with perfect clarity. The app also sends alerts on your smartphone or tab about persons entering your premises and keeps you updated on all movements in your private property.<a href=\"http://geni.us/tArXoVD\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-232 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nest-4-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe two-way audio feature allows you to make the intruder or trespasser aware that you’re keeping a tab by speaking up. The 1080p resolution, superior quality of lens, 8X digital zoom, and CMOS sensor all synchronize perfectly allowing you to see every image or representation captured in detail in HD format. The sightline feature lets you scan through tons of stored footage at breakneck speed for zeroing in on the clip you’re eagerly waiting to see.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost</li>\r\n 	<li>Runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>Option to select the areas that needs</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Being an outdoor security camera, the gadget is totally weatherproof enabling it to perform with unwavering efficiency in rainy, stormy, chilling or hot and humid weather</li>\r\n 	<li>130° wide-angled field of view makes sure the entire area in your garage or the front porch is in your eyesight</li>\r\n 	<li>The all-glass lens lets you view everything with exceptional vividness and clarity in HD 1080p anytime of the day or night</li>\r\n 	<li>Nest Aware app alerts you of any suspicious movement within your home area as well as send emails along with snaps of the motions</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with inbuilt speaker-and-microphone lets you talk up and listen in thereby alerting both family members and strangers that the home is being monitored even in your absence</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy installation through direct plug-in on any indoor or outdoor outlet and tethering to a magnetic plane</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>You can have issues when interfacing the Nest Aware app with your phone or tab</li>\r\n 	<li>The subscriptions options for cloud storage (2 in total) are a little pricey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\"url=\"http://geni.us/tArXoVD\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5.Netgear Arlo VMC3040 Q-1080p HD Wired Security Camera with Audio and Cloud Storage</h3>\r\nThe Arlo Q Wi-Fi camera monitor from NETGEAR is evidently one of the most resourceful and versatile home security cameras that can accord a near impregnable ring of security to your house or office or any other indoor facility. This home security camera with app can be set up to carry on recording when you’re not at home and is supremely compatible for setting up with 5 GHz Wi-Fi thereby blocking interference from 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi contrivances. With a wide-angled lens, the Arlo Q offers 135° field of view which means the security camera doesn’t misses anything while capturing and recording.<a href=\"http://geni.us/kN5A4\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-227 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arlo-5-1-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"Netgear Arlo VMC3040 Q-1080p HD Wired Security Camera with Audio and Cloud Storage\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe camera, quite unlike other monitoring cameras classed under its genre, has a fast response time getting activated almost instantly the moment it senses a movement or disturbance. It comes with a speaker microphone that lets you verbally notify an intruder or a family member that you’re visually monitoring your home or private property. The Netgear app sends you alerts instantaneously whenever the device becomes aware of sound or motion.\r\nNetgear service plan allows you to record nothing less than 7 days of footage in the cloud. On the other hand, you can archive huge amount of data using a micro-SD card. Apart from phone alerts, you also receive notifications (with accompanying snaps) via emails.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost</li>\r\n 	<li>Runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>Option to select the areas that needs to be monitored</li>\r\n 	<li>Receive alerts perpetually</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution means you get to view stunningly vivid and bright footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Communicate with family members and sound out alerts to strangers/trespassers using the inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality lets you make out what’s going on even in pitch darkness or at nighttime</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost with numerous options to upgrade</li>\r\n 	<li>Round the clock cloud backup with the option to choose a subscription plan that suits your pocket</li>\r\n 	<li>Gives you freedom from the hassle of changing exhausted batteries as the camera runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>You select the areas that needs to be monitored for motion detection and video recording</li>\r\n 	<li>Receive alerts perpetually</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Many users who need to alter their schedules time and again might strongly feel the absence of an arm/disarm feature</li>\r\n 	<li>Many smartphones may not be compatible with or support the 5GHzWi-Fi network that is required to initially connect the Arlo Q/ to connect it to a</li>\r\n 	<li>2.4GHz network you’ll first have to enable the Arlo Q on this configuration of network</li>\r\n 	<li>You may find it difficult to conceal or camouflage the Arlo Q for keeping it hidden away from onlookers because of its white color</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/kN5A4\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6.Canary All-in-One Home Security Device</h3>\r\nThe All-in-One Home Security Device from Canary seamlessly blends drop-dead looks with versatility. This stunningly black comes with a 147° wide-angled lens that allows the gadget to take in almost the entire area where the same is installed for capturing footages. With a 1080p resolution, the indoor security camera lens records events in HD mode which implies that you see images and footages that are spotless and vivid.<a href=\"http://geni.us/Qp8i\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-229 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/canary-6-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Canary All-in-One Home Security Device\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe All-in-One at home security camera as its terminology suggests is not just a security device but also keeps a tab on room temperature, indoor air quality, and humidity. So, the gadget lets you keep a watch over your health as well. Another unique feature of the Canary’s home security camera for instance, is its siren that goes off reproducing sound waves at a high-pitched 90+ dB whenever the device detects that a burglar is about to housebreak.\r\n\r\nThe security device boasts of an auto-arm/disarm feature that lets it automatically enter the lock/unlock code on the main entrance by sensing when you leave or enter your home. The Canary app can be configured to send signals to the fire service, police or the EMS during an emergency situation. Setting up the device is simple-just place it on a flat surface, plug the cord into a power outlet, link it up with the net via your smartphone, and you’re ready to go.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Capacity for streaming video in real-time</li>\r\n 	<li>90+dB siren lets out high-pitched alarm sounding off burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Auto-arm/disarm feature allows the camera to automatically sense your entry or departure times</li>\r\n 	<li>Immediate notifications to fire-service, police, and emergency medical service</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps to keep a track of the health of your home courtesy the temperature &amp; humidity sensors</li>\r\n 	<li>147°wide-angled lens lets you have a sweeping view of the monitored area</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Capacity for streaming video in real-time letting you instant access to what’s happening in your home when you’re away</li>\r\n 	<li>A 90+dB siren lets out high-pitched alarm sounding off burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Auto-arm/disarm feature allows the camera to automatically sense your entry or departure times</li>\r\n 	<li>Immediate notifications to fire-service, police, and emergency medical service</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps keep track of the health of your home courtesy the temperature and humidity sensors</li>\r\n 	<li>Just plug-and-play does away with the need to opt for expensive rental contracts</li>\r\n 	<li>147°wide-angled lens lets you have a sweeping view of the monitored area</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality enables viewing at night or even in pitch darkness up to a great distance</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The Canary is more of a motion sensor camera that might fail to activate high-decibel sirens when it actually matters-you cannot tune the Arlo Q to sound out the siren when it is arm mode whenever motion is sensed</li>\r\n 	<li>The quality of the footages may not be high enough for you to make out the suspects</li>\r\n 	<li>The camera is hard to disguise and the lights flicker brightly making them easily visible</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/Qp8i\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7.Blink Home Security Camera System with Motion Detection, HD Video, Battery-Powered, Cloud Storage for Smartphone, and 3-Camera Kit</h3>\r\nThe Blink wireless home security camera is an extraordinary security appliance that is packed to the hilt with a suite of versatile features. For a start, set up is effortlessly easy as you can place it on the staircase landing, place it on the plant pot or install it on the living room wall. This wire-free device not only looks captivating but also delivers on the performance front.<a href=\"http://geni.us/MRLB2\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-228 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/blink-7-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Blink Home Security Camera System with Motion Detection, HD Video, Battery-Powered, Cloud Storage for Smartphone, and 3-Camera Kit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe battery-powered device relieves you from the hassle of dealing with messy cords or cables for powering it. You can connect it with your Android or iOS smartphone for taking advantage of the ‘live view’ streaming mechanism. The camera starts recording the moment it detects movements and sends notifications/alerts to the mobile as well as archives a short footage of the happening in the cloud.\r\n\r\nThe Blink app also makes use of a temperature sensor for alerting you of any suspicious activity or unnatural event. The package from Immedia comes with a set of three Blink cameras that can be installed at strategic points and made to work in coordination. This motion detection security camera has been designed inventively that enable it to function smoothly for many months without changing the 2 AA lithium ion batteries.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Wireless design lets you install it anywhere</li>\r\n 	<li>Battery-powered no need to connect to an electrical power outlet</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera starts recording the moment it detects motion or movements</li>\r\n 	<li>High resolution HD videos</li>\r\n 	<li>Transmits immediate notifications to Android as well as iOS devices</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Wireless design lets you install it anywhere in your home you wish to</li>\r\n 	<li>Being battery-powered, it relieves you from having to connect with an electrical power outlet</li>\r\n 	<li>The batteries last for a full year enabling you to archive a large amount of footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera starts recording the moment it detects motion or movements</li>\r\n 	<li>Gives you the opportunity to wire up your home, office, and other properties with additional cameras</li>\r\n 	<li>High resolution HD videos mean you get to see events and happenings clearly</li>\r\n 	<li>Transmits immediate notifications to Android as well as iOS devices whenever motion is sensed</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The motion sensor of the wireless IP camera cannot sense or detect motion if there is a glass partition in the way not only because of the reflection</li>\r\n 	<li>The motion sensor gets activated or switches off depending upon temperature alterations (infra-red sensor) and not upon motion or movement which means you may receive false alarms if the same is installed in the garage or basement-areas that are not temperature controlled</li>\r\n 	<li>The batteries run out much sooner than claimed</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/MRLB2\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8.Foscam R2 2MP 1080p HD Wireless Security Camera (Black)</h3>\r\nThe Foscam R2 HD Wireless home security Camera catches your fancy owing to its gorgeous and sleek form factor. This security camera from Foscam comes in perfectly handy for keeping a comprehensive watch over your home as well as makes sure that your family and pets are safe. The R2’s versatility allows you to connect it with your Android or iOS smartphone via apps as well as link it up with the Internet for a no-holds-barred surveillance.<a href=\"http://geni.us/Vd4fk\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-230 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/foscam-8-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Foscam R2 2MP 1080p HD Wireless Security Camera (Black)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can watch live videos or record footages in the cloud as well as locally using micro-SD cards for viewing later on at your convenience. You get to view images in HD format that have crystal-clear clarity, thanks to 1080p resolution whereas PTZ functionality and 110° wide-angled view offers you a sweeping view range.\r\n\r\nDual-way audio comes to your aid when you want to apprise a family member or trespasser that they’re under surveillance by speaking up. The camera lens can blow up an image or event up to 8 times the lifelike size and advanced night vision functionality lets you see every object and individual within a radius of 26ft at nighttime. Smart motion technology and alert mechanisms ensure that you remain unfazed by false alarms, for instance the swaying of window curtains during a strong breeze.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Smaller than other models of home security cameras (at least 20%)</li>\r\n 	<li>No installation hassles just plug-and-play</li>\r\n 	<li>1080p FHD resolution of lens that captures 25fps combined with 110˚ field of view</li>\r\n 	<li>13 infrared LEDs comes in supremely handy</li>\r\n 	<li>Microphone integrated with speaker lets you communicate without any hang-ups</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This Foscam IP camera is much smaller than other models of home security cameras (at least 20%) that not only makes it inconspicuous but also adds a touch of sleekness</li>\r\n 	<li>No installation hassles just plug-and-play</li>\r\n 	<li>Pan-tilt-zoom features allows for covering a greater or wider range of view</li>\r\n 	<li>1080p FHD resolution of lens that captures 25fps combined with 110˚ field of view offers you an enhanced monitoring capacity</li>\r\n 	<li>13 infrared LEDs comes in supremely handy for enabling clear viewing at night up to a distance of 26ft</li>\r\n 	<li>Microphone integrated with speaker lets you communicate without any hang-ups as background noise is reduced</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The manufacturer doesn’t provide literature that’ll guide the user about several aspects-for instance there is no written info about what the 10 app icon buttons signify</li>\r\n 	<li>The user might end up getting annoyed or frustrated owing to repeated reminders exhorting you to sign up for Foscam cloud services in order to access archived footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You’ve no other option besides subscribing to company’s cloud services for accessing notifications or alerts that are accompanied with images or footages</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/Vd4fk\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9.Wansview 720p Wi-Fi Wireless Security IP Camera, for Baby/Pet/Nanny/Elder Monitor with Night Vision K2 (Black)</h3>\r\nThe Wansview Wi-Fi camera monitor with Night Vision is a wireless indoor security camera is more of a personal device that lets you keep an eye on your little one, home pets, elders in your family, the nanny deputed babysit the child or your employees. It can record HD footages having a 720p resolution and 120° field of view coupled with 4 x digital zoom means you view most of the surveillance area where everything is magnified considerably. A built-in microphone comes in handy for lending your ears to what or whatever is happening at home.<a href=\"http://geni.us/nibdqm\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-233 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Wansview-9-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Wansview 720p Wi-Fi Wireless Security IP Camera, for Baby/Pet/Nanny/Elder Monitor with Night Vision K2 (Black)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can see everything up to a maximum distance of 20ft at night, thanks to the two dozen or so IR LEDs. You not only keep tabs on your baby or its nanny but also freeze and record the special moments so that you can reminisce over the images during your leisure time. This Wansview wireless IP camera is supremely suitable for downloading and launching on your Android/iOS phone, Windows/Apple/Mac PC, as well as on a host of web browsers including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and IE. Installation is super easy as you simply need to link up the Wi-Fi system in your digital device with the Wansview App by using ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration’.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy to mount on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient as you just need to apply the ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration for linking up the camera with the net</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be conveniently mounted on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera monitor for keeping a constant eye over your little one, babysitter or elder in your home</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Users may be able to use the device more effectively if the company supplies an instruction manual</li>\r\n 	<li>You’d be technologically competent to some extent in order to use the device</li>\r\n 	<li>Though it is not a big issue but the color of the camera should be the same as that of the power cord</li>\r\n 	<li>If you want to view videos on your home PC or laptop, a third-party plug may be necessary</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/nibdqm\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10.Zmodo Pivot 1080p HD Wireless 360° Rotating Security Camera with 2 Pack Door Window Sensor All-in-One Smart Hub</h3>\r\nPut your entire home under round the clock surveillance with the Pivot Rotating Security Camera from Zmodo. This surveillance camera for your house captures and stores events in HD format and lets you view incredibly lucid footages where the images, pictures, representations, and illustrations have a 1080p resolution. You simply need to key in your WPA/WPA-2 encrypted password for connecting the Pivot IP camera with your Android 4.0-upwards/iOS 7 smartphone or any other device that supports 2.4GHzWi-Fi connectivity.<a href=\"http://geni.us/GuHnV\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-224 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/zmoda-10-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Zmodo Pivot 1080p HD Wireless 360° Rotating Security Camera with 2 Pack Door Window Sensor All-in-One Smart Hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe home security camera comes with a 16GB storage which offers you sufficient space for backing up all videos recorded by the device for months on end. Zmodo’s Pivot rotating security camera is also reinforced with temperature and humidity sensors that facilitates in keeping track of the health of your home, significant from the perspective of your kids’ as well as pets’ health. The camera rotates a full 360° which makes sure that it doesn’t miss out on scanning or surveying any nook/corner in your home.\r\n\r\nA built-in microphone with speaker makes it possible for you to speak to a family member and tell him that he’s safe as long as he’s at home or reprimand an intruder that his movements are being monitored.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Password-secured with Wi-Fi 2.4GHz connectivity having WPA/WPA2 encryption</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be linked &amp; monitored via the Zmodo mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Captures &amp; reproduces videos in 1080p HD resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>16GB storage allows for the archiving</li>\r\n 	<li>Sensors for tracking humidity &amp; temperature inside home</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio</li>\r\n 	<li>Bluetooth compatibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision features help to capture up to distance of 30ft</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient as you just need to apply the ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration for linking up the camera with the net</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be conveniently mounted on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera monitor for keeping a constant eye over your little one, babysitter or elder in your home</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The camera often may not spin even after detecting movements but record a short clip that might be hazy or fuzzy</li>\r\n 	<li>The unit is somewhat noisy when it does a rotating scan and not stealthy</li>\r\n 	<li>The absence of digital zoom functionality will be felt by serious users</li>\r\n 	<li>The unit cannot be used out of doors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" ur=\"http://geni.us/GuHnV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nAll the at home security cameras reviewed above are equipped with the basic features that make it possible for a typical indoor security camera (or even an outdoor security camera) to function efficiently. For example, the security camera should be convenient to install and operate. Then again, it should be somewhat inconspicuous or indistinguishable yet have an appealing form factor.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the home security camera with app should be compatible for connecting with third-party applications so that you can keep a tab from wherever you wish. And finally, the same should be affordable. Judging from all these counts, the Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera is the best priced below $200. If you’re looking for quality and willing to splurge (as you don’t want to compromise on quality) then look no further than Arlo Pro Security System with Siren.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Home Security Cameras of 2017- Buyer\'s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','203-revision-v1','','','2017-03-13 18:32:49','2017-03-13 18:32:49','',203,'http://bestofgears.com/203-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0);
INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (269,1,'2017-03-13 18:36:37','2017-03-13 18:36:37','The technological realm related to/with smart home is changing very rapidly, especially with reference to security. So that we reviewed Best Home Security Cameras of 2017 for your security and surveillance systems.\r\n\r\nIt is now possible to keep an eye on your home or office or any indoor or outdoor space around the clock regardless of whether you’re present on the premises or situated thousands of miles away. You can fully access each and every nook and cranny in your house, switch on/off the lights, and secure the main entrance lock using a secret code.\r\n\r\nInstalling a surveillance camera is still the most practical as well as a sophisticated way of keeping constant watch over your house particularly when you’re located far away. An at home security camera is indisputably the most invaluable to safeguard your expensive assets and possessions on one hand and offer a ring of safety around your family on the other. If you’re constantly worried about intruders breaking into your residence or perpetually fear about the safety of your near and dear ones, then setting up an outdoor security and/or indoor security camera system will surely give you peace of mind.\r\n\r\nThe sole aim of this article is to meticulously review the top-notch indoor security cameras based on some standard quality parameters as well as on their specific features or functionalities. Going through the reviews will surely go a long way in helping you to distinguish one apparatus from the other thereby letting you pick the one apt for your home security.\r\n\r\n[table id=6 /]\r\n<h3>Tips &amp; Features to Select When Installing A Home Security Camera</h3>\r\nOf all the advantages of having a smart house, being able to see what happens inside the home as long as you’re out or away is, without a doubt, the most practicable. The indoor security camera allows you to keep a hawk’s eye on your valuables, kids, pets, and everything else that matters to you. All modern-day surveillance cameras, despite being different from each other in terms of capacities and features, allow you to continuously capture live images of any interior space or room and archive these for viewing later on.\r\n\r\nThere are security cameras that can detect even the slightest of movements or tiptoe, some can replace a nanny you’ve employed for watching over your little one, and so on. However, if you’re looking for a device that’s not only convenient to install but also lets you keep a tab from anywhere via an app on your smartphone or the web browser, then you’ll be able to pick from the ones reviewed here.\r\n<h3>Reasons for Installing a Home Security Indoor Camera</h3>\r\nThough many may decry the installation of a spy camera or a CCTV camera, there are individuals who regard these surveillance gadgets as the last resort to keep intruders or burglars at bay. No matter which side of the debate you’re on, there are compelling reasons to mount Wi-Fi camera monitor at strategic points in your residence.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Safeguard your family and home from burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Secure the home and inmates against fires</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep tabs on children when they’ve to stay alone for the entire period their parents or guardians are not present</li>\r\n 	<li>Monitor a second home or vacation property when the proprietors are not around to keep an eye out in person</li>\r\n 	<li>Supervise the entire workplace including the office, factory, and warehouse in order to thwart theft as well as maintain productivity</li>\r\n 	<li>Help observe the elderly and infirm family members and monitor their activities</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps nab criminals and housebreakers and deter crimes</li>\r\n 	<li>Plays a key role in safeguarding priceless valuables, jewelry, sentimental inheritances, expensive buys, and memorabilia</li>\r\n 	<li>An additional trustworthy layer of security that secures domestic or commercial premises against carbon monoxide poisoning, natural disasters including floods and hurricanes, and sudden or unexpected fire outbreaks</li>\r\n 	<li>Facilitates homeowners on saving a considerable amount of money while buying homeowners’ coverage which is mandatory (you’re eligible to get a moderate to handsome rebate on homeowners’ insurance policy depending upon the type and/or capabilities of the home security camera for indoor system)</li>\r\n 	<li>Help protect pets and defend less frequented spaces like the garage, basement or attic from strangers or outsiders</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Basic Features of a Standard Indoor Home Security Camera</h3>\r\nWhatever indoor security camera you finally opt for, the same must possess the following standardized or basic features:-\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Audio/Video:</strong> The quality of video recorded and displayed is what matters the most in any wireless indoor security camera. The home security camera should be able to record images of high resolution (1080p is the accepted standard) at any time of the day or night. The gadget should be equipped with digital zoom which enlarges everything it records letting you take a closer look.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Lenses:</strong> Also, the camera comes with high-quality lenses allowing it to cover a larger or wider area. Any standard security camera for indoors comes with a built-in microphone and speaker.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Placement/Installation:</strong> If you want a wireless IP camera exclusively for observing what’s going on inside the rooms, then you’d be spoilt for choice. But if you wish to put your garage, backyard, front porch, and the driveway under surveillance, then you’d have to settle for a device that can be set up outdoors. Obviously, then the device has to be not only waterproof but can also weather the elements.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Comprehensive Connectivity:</strong> A high-end security camera usually happens to be Wi-Fi compliant but most are Bluetooth compatible thus facilitating easy and fast linking with your tab, smartphone or laptop. However, a good proportion of the modern-day wireless camera systems are integrated around mobile apps permitting you to thoroughly control the mechanism via those apps.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Cloud or Local Storage of Footages:</strong> A great majority of home security camera for indoors lets you backup the footages or recordings in a micro-SD card and most of the models also offer the option of cloud storage. You may not have to pay any subscription fees for accessing footage using a microSD or SD card but might be required to purchase fresh memory cards time and again. Alternatively, you can store more data (recordings that is) in the cloud but you may have to pay a subscription periodically for using the services.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Price Point:</strong> A greater proportion of the home security cameras reviewed in this article have a price tag within the $200 range though cameras that are suitable for using outdoor with PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) options might be priced somewhat higher.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Smart Home Apps Compatibility:</strong> There are wireless home security camera brands that can be linked or connected with other digital home security or home automation (smart home) systems including but not limited to plant sensors, smart locks, and thermostats. Obviously, such advanced camera monitors cost more than the conventional ones.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Warranty:</strong> Most of the indoor security cameras reviewed in this blog carry at least a one-year warranty.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Areas Where You Can Install Indoor Security Cameras</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Entrances at the front and back of homes</li>\r\n 	<li>Ground floor/1st floor windows</li>\r\n 	<li>Hallways and aisles leading to bedrooms, study room and living room</li>\r\n 	<li>Garage</li>\r\n 	<li>Basement or cellar</li>\r\n 	<li>Front yard/Backyard</li>\r\n 	<li>Bedroom</li>\r\n 	<li>Office reception, cubicles, boardroom, and other important areas</li>\r\n 	<li>Gyms</li>\r\n 	<li>Clubs</li>\r\n 	<li>Schools, colleges, and universities</li>\r\n 	<li>Stores and outlets in shopping malls</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe above is of course not an exhaustive listing as there are numerous other areas where wireless IP cameras can be installed.\r\n<h3>1.Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera</h3>\r\nYou can keep a constant vigil over your home, thanks to 24 x 7 live streaming by Indoor Security Camera from Nest Cam. The Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera has been meticulously designed keeping the futuristic smart home in mind. This indoor security camera comes with a resourceful magnetic stand as well as wall-mount plate allowing you to install the same conveniently in different areas of your house.<a href=\"http://geni.us/y9xbNmc\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-231 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nest-1-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe home security camera with app (Nest Aware is compatible for setting up with a range of digital devices including your smartphone, tab, and laptop. With a 1080p HD video resolution, the Nest Cam easily lets you make out objects and individuals even in low or dim light conditions. The device also offers wide viewing angle (130°) enabling you to clearly see the interiors of any space or room, depending on the manner you mount it.\r\n\r\nThe digital zoom feature facilitates 8 x magnification of any image or illustration. Two-way audio permits you to listen or speak through your smartphone and the motion detection functionality alerts you of any movement within the viewing range. It is also equipped with location detection that lets the Nest Aware mobile app exploit the phone’s GPS for activating specific features.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continuous live streaming</li>\r\n 	<li>Get alerts through the mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio permits you to speak up or listen in</li>\r\n 	<li>Cloud backup lets you store near unlimited footages</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video resolution of 1080</li>\r\n 	<li>Wide-angled views</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic stand and wall-mounting plate</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continuous live streaming allows you to check several days of recording at a fast pace</li>\r\n 	<li>Round the clock video recording courtesy Nest Aware so that you don’t miss out on anything</li>\r\n 	<li>Get alerts through the mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio permits you to speak up or listen in</li>\r\n 	<li>Cloud backup lets you store near unlimited footages that you can access at your convenience</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video resolution of 1080 allows you to see crystal clear images even when it’s dark</li>\r\n 	<li>Wide-angled views</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic stand and wall-mounting plate makes it possible to set up the gadget anywhere you wish to</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Not all broadband networks, tablets, and smartphones are compatible with the 1080p resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>For recording video on a non-stop basis, you’ll have to subscribe to Nest Aware paid services which means you won’t be able to take advantage of cloud storage without paying</li>\r\n 	<li>The infrared LEDs are too bright that puts too much glare on objects proximal to the camera making it difficult to distinguish and/or differentiate objects within a distance of 15 feet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" target=\"blank\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/y9xbNmc\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>2.YI Dome Camera 1080 HD PTZ Wireless IP Security Surveillance System Night Vision</h3>\r\nThe YI Dome Camera 1080 HD Pan-Tilt-Zoom Wireless IP Security Surveillance System with Night Vision is the perfect home security camera for indoor that lets you keep a constant watch over your home. The wide-angled lens (112°) facilitates 115° rotation vertically and 345° rotation horizontally thereby offering 360° coverage of the area or space under surveillance. Night vision feature allows crystal clear view of everything up to a maximum distance of 3 meters.<a href=\"http://geni.us/NVBnQQ\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-234 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/yi-dome-2-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"YI Dome Camera 1080 HD PTZ Wireless IP Security Surveillance System Night Vision \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe YI Dome Camera has a receptive, state-of-the-speaker reinforced with an inbuilt noise filter which enables crisp and clear 2-way communication as well as video chats. Motion tracking/ detection functionality makes sure you don’t miss out on the most surreptitious of tiptoeing or movements. Each and every nook and cranny in your living space is scanned, thanks to the Auto Cruise functionality.\r\n\r\nThe dome captures images and records footages in HD mode allowing you to review the captured videos in 1080p resolution. The advanced optical lens masks itself when not in use thereby permitting only discretionary recordings. Bookmark up to 8 locations of your choosing with your preferred viewing range. Intercom and hands-free mode enable one-way and two-way interactions respectively.\r\n\r\nThis wireless home security camera can be panned, zoomed in and tilted as per your convenience by exploiting the gyroscope as well as the phone app features thereby making it possible to capture everything from different angles.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>112° wide-angled lens allows 360° coverage</li>\r\n 	<li>Pan-Tilt-Zoom courtesy mobile app &amp; gyroscope compatibility</li>\r\n 	<li>1080 HD resolution captures 15fps</li>\r\n 	<li>2MP CMOS sensor</li>\r\n 	<li>8 Infrared non-invasive LEDs suitable for monitoring babies</li>\r\n 	<li>Free cloud storage of videos for 7 days in YI</li>\r\n 	<li>Activity alerts in real-time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Motion detection/tracking</li>\r\n 	<li>Local storage via micro-SD cards</li>\r\n 	<li>Supports both Android/iOS devices</li>\r\n 	<li>Wall-mount, ceiling-mount, and vertical-mount</li>\r\n 	<li>Intercom and hands-free audio modes for 2-way communication</li>\r\n 	<li>Activity alerts in real-time</li>\r\n 	<li>Bookmarking up to 8 locations</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision shooting up to a maximum range of 3 meters</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary app requires you to reveal a lot of personal details including browsing history, apps on your smartphone, and scan your bookmarks which could be nightmarish with respect to privacy</li>\r\n 	<li>The camera app will install and download folders and files with impunity for uploading on YI servers</li>\r\n 	<li>The two-way audio cannot be monitored on the end of the individual you’re communicating with implying that the person can go on hearing even after you’ve switched off</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/NVBnQQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>3.Arlo Pro Security System with Siren-3 Rechargeable Wire-free HD Cameras with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision from NETGEAR</h3>\r\nThe Arlo Pro Security System Wire-free HD Cameras is up there with the best of indoor security cameras/outdoor security cameras. Being completely wireless relieves you from the hassle of handling messy wires, cables, and power cords. As the Arlo comes without wires, installing the apparatus is rendered remarkably easy anywhere inside or outside the home without of course compromising on wide-angled monitoring.<a href=\"http://geni.us/HeLDO\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-226 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arlo-3-1-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"Arlo Pro Security System with Siren-3 Rechargeable Wire-free HD Cameras with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision from NETGEAR\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe Arlo Pro security camera for your house is totally weatherproof which means the device keeps on performing efficiently even in inclement weather conditions. This means you can mount the camera outside the house near the driveway or in the backyard or any other outdoor spot. The package comes with rechargeable batteries that can be charged quickly thus providing instant backup during an outage or blackout without camera going offline.\r\n\r\nThe inbuilt microphone with speaker facilitate 2-way speaking out and listening in. The 7-day recording in the cloud is free with NETGEAR and this incentive is offered on a recurring basis without your having to pay anything of course. The gadget sounds off a 100+ decibel siren alarm when it detects a housebreaker or intruder.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Totally weatherproof</li>\r\n 	<li>130° wide-angled field of viewoffers 360° coverage</li>\r\n 	<li>All-glass lens with in HD 1080p</li>\r\n 	<li>Nest Aware app alerts you of any suspicious movement</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with inbuilt speaker-and-microphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy installation through direct plug-in on any indoor or outdoor outlet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Thoroughly wire-free or wireless camera allows 360° home monitoring</li>\r\n 	<li>The advanced optical lens facilitates 130° field of view</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video recording implies the images, illustrations and footages are clear and distinct</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with rechargeable batteries that can be charged/recharged with speed</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual-way audio lets you listen, talk, and reply</li>\r\n 	<li>IP65-certified weatherproof camera makes it function smoothly in stormy or chilly weather and even when it’s too hot</li>\r\n 	<li>Record and store footages with movements in the cloud without paying anything on a recurrent 7-day basis</li>\r\n 	<li>Local storage possible via USB drive</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The image quality is not very good owing to the poor 720p resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision is also very poor due to the low resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a huge lag between real-time viewing and watching footages as recordings take quite long to start</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\"target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/HeLDO\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>4.Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera</h3>\r\nThis 1080p outdoor security camera from Nest Cam allows you to see images, illustrations, representations, and movements not only inside your home but also on the spots just outside of the residence. The camera comes with the proprietary Nest Aware app that lets you archive all footages from 10 to 30 days in the Nest Cam cloud and view the reruns with perfect clarity. The app also sends alerts on your smartphone or tab about persons entering your premises and keeps you updated on all movements in your private property.<a href=\"http://geni.us/tArXoVD\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-232 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nest-4-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe two-way audio feature allows you to make the intruder or trespasser aware that you’re keeping a tab by speaking up. The 1080p resolution, superior quality of lens, 8X digital zoom, and CMOS sensor all synchronize perfectly allowing you to see every image or representation captured in detail in HD format. The sightline feature lets you scan through tons of stored footage at breakneck speed for zeroing in on the clip you’re eagerly waiting to see.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost</li>\r\n 	<li>Runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>Option to select the areas that needs</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Being an outdoor security camera, the gadget is totally weatherproof enabling it to perform with unwavering efficiency in rainy, stormy, chilling or hot and humid weather</li>\r\n 	<li>130° wide-angled field of view makes sure the entire area in your garage or the front porch is in your eyesight</li>\r\n 	<li>The all-glass lens lets you view everything with exceptional vividness and clarity in HD 1080p anytime of the day or night</li>\r\n 	<li>Nest Aware app alerts you of any suspicious movement within your home area as well as send emails along with snaps of the motions</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with inbuilt speaker-and-microphone lets you talk up and listen in thereby alerting both family members and strangers that the home is being monitored even in your absence</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy installation through direct plug-in on any indoor or outdoor outlet and tethering to a magnetic plane</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>You can have issues when interfacing the Nest Aware app with your phone or tab</li>\r\n 	<li>The subscriptions options for cloud storage (2 in total) are a little pricey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\"url=\"http://geni.us/tArXoVD\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5.Netgear Arlo VMC3040 Q-1080p HD Wired Security Camera with Audio and Cloud Storage</h3>\r\nThe Arlo Q Wi-Fi camera monitor from NETGEAR is evidently one of the most resourceful and versatile home security cameras that can accord a near impregnable ring of security to your house or office or any other indoor facility. This home security camera with app can be set up to carry on recording when you’re not at home and is supremely compatible for setting up with 5 GHz Wi-Fi thereby blocking interference from 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi contrivances. With a wide-angled lens, the Arlo Q offers 135° field of view which means the security camera doesn’t misses anything while capturing and recording.<a href=\"http://geni.us/kN5A4\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-227 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arlo-5-1-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"Netgear Arlo VMC3040 Q-1080p HD Wired Security Camera with Audio and Cloud Storage\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe camera, quite unlike other monitoring cameras classed under its genre, has a fast response time getting activated almost instantly the moment it senses a movement or disturbance. It comes with a speaker microphone that lets you verbally notify an intruder or a family member that you’re visually monitoring your home or private property. The Netgear app sends you alerts instantaneously whenever the device becomes aware of sound or motion.\r\nNetgear service plan allows you to record nothing less than 7 days of footage in the cloud. On the other hand, you can archive huge amount of data using a micro-SD card. Apart from phone alerts, you also receive notifications (with accompanying snaps) via emails.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost</li>\r\n 	<li>Runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>Option to select the areas that needs to be monitored</li>\r\n 	<li>Receive alerts perpetually</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution means you get to view stunningly vivid and bright footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Communicate with family members and sound out alerts to strangers/trespassers using the inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality lets you make out what’s going on even in pitch darkness or at nighttime</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost with numerous options to upgrade</li>\r\n 	<li>Round the clock cloud backup with the option to choose a subscription plan that suits your pocket</li>\r\n 	<li>Gives you freedom from the hassle of changing exhausted batteries as the camera runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>You select the areas that needs to be monitored for motion detection and video recording</li>\r\n 	<li>Receive alerts perpetually</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Many users who need to alter their schedules time and again might strongly feel the absence of an arm/disarm feature</li>\r\n 	<li>Many smartphones may not be compatible with or support the 5GHzWi-Fi network that is required to initially connect the Arlo Q/ to connect it to a</li>\r\n 	<li>2.4GHz network you’ll first have to enable the Arlo Q on this configuration of network</li>\r\n 	<li>You may find it difficult to conceal or camouflage the Arlo Q for keeping it hidden away from onlookers because of its white color</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/kN5A4\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6.Canary All-in-One Home Security Device</h3>\r\nThe All-in-One Home Security Device from Canary seamlessly blends drop-dead looks with versatility. This stunningly black comes with a 147° wide-angled lens that allows the gadget to take in almost the entire area where the same is installed for capturing footages. With a 1080p resolution, the indoor security camera lens records events in HD mode which implies that you see images and footages that are spotless and vivid.<a href=\"http://geni.us/Qp8i\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-229 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/canary-6-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Canary All-in-One Home Security Device\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe All-in-One at home security camera as its terminology suggests is not just a security device but also keeps a tab on room temperature, indoor air quality, and humidity. So, the gadget lets you keep a watch over your health as well. Another unique feature of the Canary’s home security camera for instance, is its siren that goes off reproducing sound waves at a high-pitched 90+ dB whenever the device detects that a burglar is about to housebreak.\r\n\r\nThe security device boasts of an auto-arm/disarm feature that lets it automatically enter the lock/unlock code on the main entrance by sensing when you leave or enter your home. The Canary app can be configured to send signals to the fire service, police or the EMS during an emergency situation. Setting up the device is simple-just place it on a flat surface, plug the cord into a power outlet, link it up with the net via your smartphone, and you’re ready to go.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Capacity for streaming video in real-time</li>\r\n 	<li>90+dB siren lets out high-pitched alarm sounding off burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Auto-arm/disarm feature allows the camera to automatically sense your entry or departure times</li>\r\n 	<li>Immediate notifications to fire-service, police, and emergency medical service</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps to keep a track of the health of your home courtesy the temperature &amp; humidity sensors</li>\r\n 	<li>147°wide-angled lens lets you have a sweeping view of the monitored area</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Capacity for streaming video in real-time letting you instant access to what’s happening in your home when you’re away</li>\r\n 	<li>A 90+dB siren lets out high-pitched alarm sounding off burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Auto-arm/disarm feature allows the camera to automatically sense your entry or departure times</li>\r\n 	<li>Immediate notifications to fire-service, police, and emergency medical service</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps keep track of the health of your home courtesy the temperature and humidity sensors</li>\r\n 	<li>Just plug-and-play does away with the need to opt for expensive rental contracts</li>\r\n 	<li>147°wide-angled lens lets you have a sweeping view of the monitored area</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality enables viewing at night or even in pitch darkness up to a great distance</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The Canary is more of a motion sensor camera that might fail to activate high-decibel sirens when it actually matters-you cannot tune the Arlo Q to sound out the siren when it is arm mode whenever motion is sensed</li>\r\n 	<li>The quality of the footages may not be high enough for you to make out the suspects</li>\r\n 	<li>The camera is hard to disguise and the lights flicker brightly making them easily visible</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\"target=\"blank\"  center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/Qp8i\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7.Blink Home Security Camera System with Motion Detection, HD Video, Battery-Powered, Cloud Storage for Smartphone, and 3-Camera Kit</h3>\r\nThe Blink wireless home security camera is an extraordinary security appliance that is packed to the hilt with a suite of versatile features. For a start, set up is effortlessly easy as you can place it on the staircase landing, place it on the plant pot or install it on the living room wall. This wire-free device not only looks captivating but also delivers on the performance front.<a href=\"http://geni.us/MRLB2\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-228 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/blink-7-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Blink Home Security Camera System with Motion Detection, HD Video, Battery-Powered, Cloud Storage for Smartphone, and 3-Camera Kit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe battery-powered device relieves you from the hassle of dealing with messy cords or cables for powering it. You can connect it with your Android or iOS smartphone for taking advantage of the ‘live view’ streaming mechanism. The camera starts recording the moment it detects movements and sends notifications/alerts to the mobile as well as archives a short footage of the happening in the cloud.\r\n\r\nThe Blink app also makes use of a temperature sensor for alerting you of any suspicious activity or unnatural event. The package from Immedia comes with a set of three Blink cameras that can be installed at strategic points and made to work in coordination. This motion detection security camera has been designed inventively that enable it to function smoothly for many months without changing the 2 AA lithium ion batteries.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Wireless design lets you install it anywhere</li>\r\n 	<li>Battery-powered no need to connect to an electrical power outlet</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera starts recording the moment it detects motion or movements</li>\r\n 	<li>High resolution HD videos</li>\r\n 	<li>Transmits immediate notifications to Android as well as iOS devices</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Wireless design lets you install it anywhere in your home you wish to</li>\r\n 	<li>Being battery-powered, it relieves you from having to connect with an electrical power outlet</li>\r\n 	<li>The batteries last for a full year enabling you to archive a large amount of footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera starts recording the moment it detects motion or movements</li>\r\n 	<li>Gives you the opportunity to wire up your home, office, and other properties with additional cameras</li>\r\n 	<li>High resolution HD videos mean you get to see events and happenings clearly</li>\r\n 	<li>Transmits immediate notifications to Android as well as iOS devices whenever motion is sensed</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The motion sensor of the wireless IP camera cannot sense or detect motion if there is a glass partition in the way not only because of the reflection</li>\r\n 	<li>The motion sensor gets activated or switches off depending upon temperature alterations (infra-red sensor) and not upon motion or movement which means you may receive false alarms if the same is installed in the garage or basement-areas that are not temperature controlled</li>\r\n 	<li>The batteries run out much sooner than claimed</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" target=\"blank\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/MRLB2\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8.Foscam R2 2MP 1080p HD Wireless Security Camera (Black)</h3>\r\nThe Foscam R2 HD Wireless home security Camera catches your fancy owing to its gorgeous and sleek form factor. This security camera from Foscam comes in perfectly handy for keeping a comprehensive watch over your home as well as makes sure that your family and pets are safe. The R2’s versatility allows you to connect it with your Android or iOS smartphone via apps as well as link it up with the Internet for a no-holds-barred surveillance.<a href=\"http://geni.us/Vd4fk\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-230 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/foscam-8-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Foscam R2 2MP 1080p HD Wireless Security Camera (Black)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can watch live videos or record footages in the cloud as well as locally using micro-SD cards for viewing later on at your convenience. You get to view images in HD format that have crystal-clear clarity, thanks to 1080p resolution whereas PTZ functionality and 110° wide-angled view offers you a sweeping view range.\r\n\r\nDual-way audio comes to your aid when you want to apprise a family member or trespasser that they’re under surveillance by speaking up. The camera lens can blow up an image or event up to 8 times the lifelike size and advanced night vision functionality lets you see every object and individual within a radius of 26ft at nighttime. Smart motion technology and alert mechanisms ensure that you remain unfazed by false alarms, for instance the swaying of window curtains during a strong breeze.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Smaller than other models of home security cameras (at least 20%)</li>\r\n 	<li>No installation hassles just plug-and-play</li>\r\n 	<li>1080p FHD resolution of lens that captures 25fps combined with 110˚ field of view</li>\r\n 	<li>13 infrared LEDs comes in supremely handy</li>\r\n 	<li>Microphone integrated with speaker lets you communicate without any hang-ups</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This Foscam IP camera is much smaller than other models of home security cameras (at least 20%) that not only makes it inconspicuous but also adds a touch of sleekness</li>\r\n 	<li>No installation hassles just plug-and-play</li>\r\n 	<li>Pan-tilt-zoom features allows for covering a greater or wider range of view</li>\r\n 	<li>1080p FHD resolution of lens that captures 25fps combined with 110˚ field of view offers you an enhanced monitoring capacity</li>\r\n 	<li>13 infrared LEDs comes in supremely handy for enabling clear viewing at night up to a distance of 26ft</li>\r\n 	<li>Microphone integrated with speaker lets you communicate without any hang-ups as background noise is reduced</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The manufacturer doesn’t provide literature that’ll guide the user about several aspects-for instance there is no written info about what the 10 app icon buttons signify</li>\r\n 	<li>The user might end up getting annoyed or frustrated owing to repeated reminders exhorting you to sign up for Foscam cloud services in order to access archived footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You’ve no other option besides subscribing to company’s cloud services for accessing notifications or alerts that are accompanied with images or footages</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/Vd4fk\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9.Wansview 720p Wi-Fi Wireless Security IP Camera, for Baby/Pet/Nanny/Elder Monitor with Night Vision K2 (Black)</h3>\r\nThe Wansview Wi-Fi camera monitor with Night Vision is a wireless indoor security camera is more of a personal device that lets you keep an eye on your little one, home pets, elders in your family, the nanny deputed babysit the child or your employees. It can record HD footages having a 720p resolution and 120° field of view coupled with 4 x digital zoom means you view most of the surveillance area where everything is magnified considerably. A built-in microphone comes in handy for lending your ears to what or whatever is happening at home.<a href=\"http://geni.us/nibdqm\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-233 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Wansview-9-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Wansview 720p Wi-Fi Wireless Security IP Camera, for Baby/Pet/Nanny/Elder Monitor with Night Vision K2 (Black)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can see everything up to a maximum distance of 20ft at night, thanks to the two dozen or so IR LEDs. You not only keep tabs on your baby or its nanny but also freeze and record the special moments so that you can reminisce over the images during your leisure time. This Wansview wireless IP camera is supremely suitable for downloading and launching on your Android/iOS phone, Windows/Apple/Mac PC, as well as on a host of web browsers including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and IE. Installation is super easy as you simply need to link up the Wi-Fi system in your digital device with the Wansview App by using ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration’.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy to mount on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient as you just need to apply the ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration for linking up the camera with the net</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be conveniently mounted on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera monitor for keeping a constant eye over your little one, babysitter or elder in your home</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Users may be able to use the device more effectively if the company supplies an instruction manual</li>\r\n 	<li>You’d be technologically competent to some extent in order to use the device</li>\r\n 	<li>Though it is not a big issue but the color of the camera should be the same as that of the power cord</li>\r\n 	<li>If you want to view videos on your home PC or laptop, a third-party plug may be necessary</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/nibdqm\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10.Zmodo Pivot 1080p HD Wireless 360° Rotating Security Camera with 2 Pack Door Window Sensor All-in-One Smart Hub</h3>\r\nPut your entire home under round the clock surveillance with the Pivot Rotating Security Camera from Zmodo. This surveillance camera for your house captures and stores events in HD format and lets you view incredibly lucid footages where the images, pictures, representations, and illustrations have a 1080p resolution. You simply need to key in your WPA/WPA-2 encrypted password for connecting the Pivot IP camera with your Android 4.0-upwards/iOS 7 smartphone or any other device that supports 2.4GHzWi-Fi connectivity.<a href=\"http://geni.us/GuHnV\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-224 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/zmoda-10-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Zmodo Pivot 1080p HD Wireless 360° Rotating Security Camera with 2 Pack Door Window Sensor All-in-One Smart Hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe home security camera comes with a 16GB storage which offers you sufficient space for backing up all videos recorded by the device for months on end. Zmodo’s Pivot rotating security camera is also reinforced with temperature and humidity sensors that facilitates in keeping track of the health of your home, significant from the perspective of your kids’ as well as pets’ health. The camera rotates a full 360° which makes sure that it doesn’t miss out on scanning or surveying any nook/corner in your home.\r\n\r\nA built-in microphone with speaker makes it possible for you to speak to a family member and tell him that he’s safe as long as he’s at home or reprimand an intruder that his movements are being monitored.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Password-secured with Wi-Fi 2.4GHz connectivity having WPA/WPA2 encryption</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be linked &amp; monitored via the Zmodo mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Captures &amp; reproduces videos in 1080p HD resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>16GB storage allows for the archiving</li>\r\n 	<li>Sensors for tracking humidity &amp; temperature inside home</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio</li>\r\n 	<li>Bluetooth compatibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision features help to capture up to distance of 30ft</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient as you just need to apply the ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration for linking up the camera with the net</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be conveniently mounted on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera monitor for keeping a constant eye over your little one, babysitter or elder in your home</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The camera often may not spin even after detecting movements but record a short clip that might be hazy or fuzzy</li>\r\n 	<li>The unit is somewhat noisy when it does a rotating scan and not stealthy</li>\r\n 	<li>The absence of digital zoom functionality will be felt by serious users</li>\r\n 	<li>The unit cannot be used out of doors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" ur=\"http://geni.us/GuHnV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nAll the at home security cameras reviewed above are equipped with the basic features that make it possible for a typical indoor security camera (or even an outdoor security camera) to function efficiently. For example, the security camera should be convenient to install and operate. Then again, it should be somewhat inconspicuous or indistinguishable yet have an appealing form factor.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the home security camera with app should be compatible for connecting with third-party applications so that you can keep a tab from wherever you wish. And finally, the same should be affordable. Judging from all these counts, the Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera is the best priced below $200. If you’re looking for quality and willing to splurge (as you don’t want to compromise on quality) then look no further than Arlo Pro Security System with Siren.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Home Security Cameras of 2017- Buyer\'s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','203-revision-v1','','','2017-03-13 18:36:37','2017-03-13 18:36:37','',203,'http://bestofgears.com/203-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(270,1,'2017-03-13 18:55:58','2017-03-13 18:55:58','','HiRes-7','','inherit','open','closed','','hires-7','','','2017-03-13 18:55:58','2017-03-13 18:55:58','',17,'http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/HiRes-7.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(271,1,'2017-03-14 06:30:51','2017-03-14 06:30:51','[[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/aMzxOAV\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/ibagbar_canvas-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-48\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/aMzxOAV\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/aMzxOAV\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/1YtI58z\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/swiss-300x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-52\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/1YtI58z\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive<\\/a>\\n\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/1YtI58z\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/9Ngr\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/onepack-2-232x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Hiking Backpack ONEPACK 50L(45+5) Waterproof Backpacking Outdoor Sport Daypack for Climbing Mountaineering Camping Fishing Travel Cycling Skiing with Rain Cover\\\" width=\\\"150\\\"  class=\\\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-50\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/9Ngr\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/9Ngr\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/ZjHaT\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/teton-1-155x300.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; 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Whatever backpack you carry, you should ensure that the paraphernalia should be able to withstand the rough and tumble backcountry trekking regardless of whether the trip lasts for a couple of days or for an entire week. At the same time, the backpack should let you carry the essentials including but not limited to dry food items, water, clothing, first-aid kit, sunscreen lotions, binoculars, fire starters, sleeping bags, and other supplies without bogging you down.\r\n\r\nYou should keep one aspect in mind before you can start looking for a good quality backpack irrespective of whether it’d be your first pack or an addition to your rucksack collection. And that is, this backpack (which will come in handy both for hiking &amp; camping) will surely be distinct from the ordinary rucksacks used by daytime backpackers.\r\n\r\n[table id=1 /]\r\n<h2>Guide To Select The Best Backpack for Your Hiking Requirements</h2>\r\nWhatever camping &amp; hiking backpack you choose, it should at least be able to fulfill some quality parameters. For instance, the pack should be spacious allowing you to comfortably pack all your necessary items; the material (from which the bag has been stitched) should be robust enough to withstand everyday wear and tear; it should be water resistant (perfectly waterproof bags might be hard to find); should be ergonomically designed so that you don’t find it backbreaking to carry the same for long periods, and can be cleaned easily.\r\n\r\nSince the market for backpacks is replete with products where each one claims to be the best amongst the lot, picking the one that’ll suit your needs and preferences can be a harrowing task. This review on the best camping &amp; hiking backpacks analyses 10 topnotch products on the basis of some standardized quality yardsticks to make your search process somewhat easier.\r\n<h3>Standard Features of Quality Camping &amp; Hiking Backpacks</h3>\r\n<h4>Volume or size dependent upon the trek or hike duration</h4>\r\nThe very first thing that you’d need to decide on is the volume or capacity of the pack that’d be apt for you. And the size that’d be appropriate for you will largely depend upon the duration of your backpacking trips-the longer the time you expend on the trek, the larger the pack you’d require. The capacity of a bag is determined by the quantity or volume it can hold which is generally denoted in liters.\r\n\r\nAll backpacks reviewed in this article have a volume ranging from 55-75 liters and that is the range most backpackers who regularly leave for weeklong trips or hikes of longer duration will opt for. Additionally, if you’re scheduling a trip during the winter, you’ll need to consider packing extra pieces of warm clothing as well as warm sleeping bag. Though much would depend upon experiences, (which vary from individual to individual), weather considerations, and comfort level, you’ll always have some additional space in a backpack of 55-75 liters for a short-trip.\r\n<h4>Choosing the size in terms of the length of your torso</h4>\r\nAfter you’re done selecting the right volume of a camping &amp; hiking backpack, the aspect that you’ll need to consider next is the size that’d be apt for you. Towards this end, you’ll have to pick and choose a bag that’d be in conformity with your torso length because it is this portion of the body that’ll be bearing the load of the backpack. Ask your friend to measure out the length of your torso using a tape-your torso starts from the nape (where you first feel the bump) and extends up to the hip. Your choice will be determined by the following standardised measures:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Tall/Large:-20” and above</li>\r\n 	<li>Medium/Regular:-18” to 19”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Small:-16” to 17”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Extra Small:-up to 15”1/2</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Weight of backpack</h4>\r\nThe weightiness of the backpack is one facet that you should take quite seriously and for good reasons. Bear in mind that the inherent properties of the material of the backpack can affect the weight. Opt for a backpack that is stitched out of a reinforced fabric like rip-resistant nylon or HDPE. 55-75 liters backpacks (the capacity normally used by hardcore backpackers weigh in the region of 3lbs to 5lbs.\r\n<h4>Differences between a normal backpack and camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nNormally speaking, all backpacks are created keeping the needs and preferences of the backpackers in mind. Towards that end, there are two broad categories of backpackers-those who backpack for a short trip lasting for a day or two and those who focus on venturing out on a trail that lasts for nothing less than a week and requires them to take frequent camping breaks to reenergize themselves for the next day. A normal daypack or rucksack is standard for those who’ve started out with backpacking for short, impromptu hikes or treks.\r\n\r\nHikers or trekkers intending to pick up and hone their skills by beginning with day-long trips should be easily able to manage with small-sized lightweight backpacks. This is so because they’ll not need to carry too much paraphernalia including sleeping pad, rain fly or bug net. There’ll be occasions when they’ll have to seriously consider packing a larger backpack particularly if they leave for hikes on routes that aren’t very popular with backpackers.\r\n\r\nThese routes are unlikely to have numerous refill spots or resting places necessitating them to carry extra food items and navigation equipment. They might also want to carry more clothes or a hammock for relaxing if they wish to explore Nature a little more deeply or spend an extra night camping in the open. As for the seasoned backpackers, they should focus on selecting a rucksack that can cater to their weeklong (or a few day more) hiking &amp; camping needs.\r\n\r\nIn other words, the product should be made out of a material that is hardy and breathable at the same time. Then again, the material should be water-resistant and weatherproof enabling the contents to stay protected during the course of the trail. It should be designed in such a way that it is able to withstand the load without putting too much strain on your back. A camping &amp; hiking backpack will have more large compartments and side pouches or pockets. A quality backpack for extended trials comes with a collapsible or detachable framework that allows the gear to be transformed into a rucksack during daytime and into a sleeping pad with headrest at nighttime.\r\n<h4>What to look for while buying a camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nWhether you’re a budding backpacker inching your way upwards on the learning curve by concentrating more on short hikes or a weather-beaten adventurer, a backpack is one gear that you’ll always need. Backpacks have evolved considerably over the years with the current line of products being more lightweight, equipped with innovative suspension system, and easier to maintain in the long-run. Instead of blinding foraging for the perfect backpack that might be a puzzling and harrowing process (leading to your choosing the inappropriate product), always ask yourself the following questions:-\r\n<h4>What capacity and size would be apt for you?</h4>\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>What weight would be suitable for you (both in empty and packed condition?)</li>\r\n 	<li>How much can you afford to spend?</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nAs for the capacity or size specific, the pack that’d be apt would obviously depend upon the duration of the trip, and the different supplies that you’ll be packing. For a trail ending up on a mountain peak or deep inside a forest that’ll take at least a week or two to complete, going for a 65 liter pack is recommended. A 65-70 liter pack would come in handy for packing in extra gear, water, and food that you’ll need if you’ve to extend your trip by a day or two.\r\n\r\nYou’ll obviously want to buy a pack that weighs minimal when in an unpacked state. Generally, backpacks stitched out of HPDE (high density polyethylene) or tear-resistant nylon happens to be lightweight and long-lasting. A 65-70 liter pack shouldn’t weigh more than 5-6 lbs at the most. Alternatively, such a backpack can tolerate loads up to a maximum of 60-65 lbs (when packed to capacity).\r\n\r\nFinally, it is the cost of the pack that eventually matters the most because more often than not, a product which more or less fulfills almost all your backpacking needs and preferences, might be beyond your means. However, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to know that there are quite a few quality camping &amp; hiking backpack brands that are available for approximately $200. Naturally, the price of the product is largely dependent on factors including durability, size, and the purposes it serves.\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">1. Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack from Ibagbar</h3>\r\nThe Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Bar Camping Bag Rucksack by Ibagbar has been painstakingly designed for use by hikers of both the sexes. Though the backpack costs less than $40, it doesn’t at all compromise on the quality front. The pack has been stitched out of a blend of the best grade of polyurethane leather and cotton canvas as well as is equipped with sturdy and flexible strap supports.<a href=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-48 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ibagbar_canvas-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe straps can be loosened or tightened according to your towing or lugging convenience. There are zippered pockets or pouches where you can securely keep your wallet, smartphone, tab, and writing materials. This canvas backpack is an extremely versatile rucksack in that it doubles up as a briefcase, handbag, and a duffel bag catering to your travelling needs.\r\n\r\nThe straps fitted onto the pack can be maneuvered according to your requirement thus converting the same into a shoulder bag, sports kit bag, messenger bag or satchel. This pack is spacious enough to hold almost all your backpacking supplies as well as items that you’d generally carry to your workplace including a laptop or notepad. The materials used for making the bag have the capacity of withstanding stress resulting from the load as well are breathable keeping the stuff inside odor-free. All in all, this canvas backpack travel bag is ideal for hiking, camping, traveling, and taking to office or high school.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>One big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use</li>\r\n 	<li>Pack has several straps or belts enabling you to customize &amp; adjust accordingly</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are extremely hard-wearing</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>A very hardy backpack sewn out of PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets for packing a range of items starting from laptop to hiking gears</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use for instance as a shoulder bag, handbag, satchel, suitcase, and briefcase</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack has several straps or belts enabling you to not only customize the product according to your need/preference but also adjust it accordingly so that you feel comfortable in carrying it</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are extremely hard-wearing rendering them suitable for long-term and heavy use</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The faux PU leather section on the frontispiece robs the bag of its overall appeal to a certain extent</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag could have done better with a protective layer at the base (the PU material could’ve been used at the bottom for safeguarding the pack from the elements)</li>\r\n 	<li>The flap atop the zipper of the main compartment comes in the way of unzipping quickly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"&quot;product-title\">2. SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive</h3>\r\nThe SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900 is a hugely versatile rucksack that lets you pack up all your essentials for a hiking or camping trip and still leaves room for packing some extra items. This backpack has been created from toughened 1200D polyester material that lends an extraordinary hardiness to <a href=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-52 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/swiss-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>the bag allowing you to use the same for years on end. The chief compartment is large and spacious enough to hold a 17-inch laptop and the large zippers have a rugged construction letting you use the same heavily.\r\n\r\nThe back panel is heavily padded making it act like a buffer cushioning your back from the load that you carry. There are compression straps on sides letting you adjust these according to your level of comfortableness and ease of carrying. The backpack also comes equipped with a protective TabletSafe pouch, an accordion-style pocket for holding dossiers, an organizer chamber, several interior pockets, side pockets for packing accessories, pouches for keeping water bottles, and so on.\r\n\r\nThere’s a cushioned pocket especially designed for encasing a media player with port for headphone cords and also has a carabineer for fitting extra gear. The shoulder straps are layered with reflective material that makes the outlines of the pack visible in darkness or at nighttime.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back</li>\r\n 	<li>Enough pockets and pouches</li>\r\n 	<li>Carry handle &amp; shoulder straps are thickly padded</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are heavy-duty</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been made out of extremely durable 1200D ballistic polyester material which imparts to the bag an exceptional hardiness</li>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back that remain firmly in the sections as your bag is scanned by the conveyor at the airport</li>\r\n 	<li>There are enough pockets and pouches that helps in safekeeping different types of items that you’d need for hiking, trekking or travelling overseas</li>\r\n 	<li>The carry handle and shoulder straps are thickly padded thereby cushioning your back from the load</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are heavy-duty which means that these can tolerate the rough and tumble of long distance travelling or countryside hiking</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack could’ve done with a few more zippered sections for holding miscellaneous items like reading glasses, medications, tumblers, and so on</li>\r\n 	<li>With so many pockets and pouches, managing them all could be a problem</li>\r\n 	<li>TThe pack is more suitable for carrying items required for a business trip or study tour but may not be apt for packing supplies that are essentially needed for a hiking or trekking journey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">3. Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack from Venture Pal is packed to the hilt with a host of stunning features and yet it costs less than $25 making it one of the cheapest backpacks on the market. However, you’d be misleading yourself if you judge the bag on the basis of its low price! For a start, the pack has been fabricated out of high grade of nylon material that is water as well as tear-resistant.<a href=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-54 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/venture-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bottom has a double-layering of material letting you carry extra load for extended hiking trips without straining out the fabric. The two-way SBS metallic zippers can be opened and zipped closed both from the top and bottom ends. The strategic stress sections are reinforced by bar-tacks which eventually increases the lifespan of the backpack. Your shoulders remain stress-free while you lug the packed rucksack as the meshed fabric straps are heavily padded which ultimately takes the strain off of the back and shoulders.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, you can modify the straps’ length as per your comfortableness level. The strap at the chest level comes equipped with a whistle-styled buckle that can be locked tightly into place. This Venture Pal pack with one chief compartment, two side mesh pockets, and two zippered front pockets offers you sufficient space for comfortably packing all your essentials.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Hugely compact as it contracts into a small size</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) &amp; spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, &amp; duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one large chamber &amp; multiple pouches &amp; pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Separators inside the large compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed shoulder straps with extra padding provides cushioning</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This backpack is hugely compact as it contracts into a small size letting you fit it a small space</li>\r\n 	<li>It transforms into a backpack from a pocket in no time letting you pack a range of items easily and quickly</li>\r\n 	<li>It is also extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) and spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>It can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, and duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag has one large chamber and multiple pouches and pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>There are separators inside the large compartment allowing you to keep all your items in an organized manner</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The material from which the backpack has been stitched is water-resistant but not waterproof which means items are likely to get soaked during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers might get caught on the flap of the material when you’re in a hurry to close the pockets</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">4. TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included</h3>\r\nThe Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack from Teton Sports is one amazing and extraordinary rucksack as it comes with all the functional features that you’d find in a topnotch backpack. It is one backpack that has been designed and made in a meticulous manner enabling it to withstand everyday wear and tear as well as weather the elements. It is reinforced with robust zippers, heavily padded shoulder and waist straps, pliable aluminum stays, and meshed lumbar support.<a href=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-53 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/teton-1-155x300.jpg\" alt=\"TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included\" width=\"155\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis backpack from Teton Sports is one pack that comes with a rain fly that you can tuck in safely thereby concealing it from general view and you only take it out when you need to shield your gear from the rain. Besides the compression strings on the front and sides, there are barrel-lock styled drawstrings that help in securing the chief compartment firmly. The pack comes with gear type loops that come in handy for suspending shovel, ice axe or skiing blades.\r\n\r\nThere’s also a carry loop at the top for strapping the pack onto the hood of your car. Meshed pockets on the side and front are perfect for towing water bottles, snacks, and a cushioned pouch built into the large compartment is ideal for maintaining the coolness of a water-bottle.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is water resistant</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front &amp; sides for securing a range of essentials including</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is water resistant as well</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks in an orderly manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front and sides for securing a range of essentials including but not limited to sleeping pad, tent or hammock</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets for securing assorted supplies like rainwear, sunscreen, bug sprays, and bug nets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening camping tools and hiking tools</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual aluminum harness for adjusting torso length</li>\r\n 	<li>Thickened meshed pad on the lumbar area facilitates airflow and keeps your back comfortable</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>One of the pouches on the sides is smaller (compared to the other) making it rather difficult for you to store two large bottles</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame bars fitted inside once taken out during a washing process requires quite an effort to be refitted back</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps and attachments near the waist region can get in your way if you don’t keep these buckled in</li>\r\n 	<li>The side pockets midway down the pack cannot be zipped closed firmly once you’ve slotted in large bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5. G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Large 40L lightweight water resistant travel backpack/foldable &amp; packable hiking daypack from G4Free is equipped with a host of unbeatable features that you can make the most of during your hiking or trekking expeditions. Available online at a price below $20, this backpack/daypack offers much more than what it’s worth. This G4Free backpack is not only storage and travel-friendly but is remarkably lightweight, compact, roomy, and hardwearing as well.<a href=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-47 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/g4-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe backpack can be expanded up to a size of 22.8 x 13.4 x 7.8 inches letting you pack hammock, journals, medicines, sleeping pad, clothes, and other essentials. In its fully expanded size, the gear has a packing capacity of 40L. On the other hand, you can compress it down to a very compacted size allowing you to put it inside a suitcase or even in your handbag. This pack has been sewn out of tempered nylon material that is rip-resistant as well as water-resistant.\r\n\r\nThe shoulder straps are heavily padded and flexible enabling you to lug the pack across different terrains for long distances without stressing out your back. The meshed fabric of the straps facilitates good circulation of air keeping your shoulders and back from getting strained. The pack has one spacious compartment, 2 pouches for holding sports bottles, 1 Spandex pouch at the front, and 2 pouches at the top (one inside and the other outside). The G4Free backpack is ultra-light weighing 12.7 ounces (when empty).\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything</li>\r\n 	<li>Double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps offer good degree of comfort</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric, the pack is extremely resistant to routine wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility helping in packing extra items and locking the main chamber more firmly</li>\r\n 	<li>A fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything that you pack</li>\r\n 	<li>A double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>A Spandex pouch at the front allows you to put in large items and also access the same easily</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps provide a good degree of comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Chest clips helps in firmly securing the rucksack to your back thereby offering complete piece of mind while lugging the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack doesn’t have a sound suspension system which means load is not dispersed or distributed evenly that may eventually cause stress when towing the pack for long</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack is water resistant but not waterproof</li>\r\n 	<li>Packing the bag to the brim will make it difficult for you to carry it especially on mountainous or jagged trails</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6. Mountaintop 70L +10L Outdoor Sport Water-Resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Trekking Bag with Rain cover YKK Buckle for Climbing Camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III</h3>\r\nDesigned keeping in mind the hardcore hiker or adventurer, the hiking backpack trekking bag from Mountaintop is immensely huge with a 70L capacity and offering another 10L of additional packing space. The backpack has been embroidered out of topnotch polyester fabric that is rip-resistant and water-resistant. The texture of the polyester material is such that rainwater droplets accumulating on the surface drain away in due course of time.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-49 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mountaintop-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mountaintop 70L+10L Outdoor Sport Water-resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Backpacking Trekking Bag with Rain Cover YKK buckle for Climbing camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis versatile backpack from Mountaintop comes with a host of attachment points including bottom straps, key rings, soft fastening loops, bottom loops, compression straps, and D-styled hooks. These attachment points come in handy for strapping tents, trekking poles, sleeping pads, hiking gear, and other essentials. The internal framework structure has been innovatively designed facilitating in the even distribution of weight throughout the body as considerable proportion of the total heft is borne by the pelvis and the lower limbs.\r\n\r\nThe pack can be adjusted at 8 distinct modifiable sizes in accordance with your physique and height. The shoulder straps and the back panel are both meshed and thickly cushioned thereby providing a good degree of comfort to your back as well as promoting circulation of air. Chest straps outfitted with whistle-type buckles allow for upward or downward adjustment of pack. This Mountain backpack is supremely suitable for extended backpacking, hiking, and camping expeditions.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L)</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack &amp; shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy &amp; advanced internal framework</li>\r\n 	<li>Host of attachment or strapping points</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack with a stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L) allows you to pack almost every kind of gear you may need for your outdoor trips</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric prolongs the lifetime of the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber, bladder compartment with pouch for storing water bottle, compartment with divider (for sleeping bag), and a host of pockets/pouches permits packing in an organized manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack and shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy and advanced internal framework for even weight distribution</li>\r\n 	<li>A host of attachment or strapping points for securing a range of tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Could have done with a few more reflectors which would’ve been a great for early morning hikers</li>\r\n 	<li>The lid or cover on the top may not close to your satisfaction after you’re done packing all your stuff</li>\r\n 	<li>The attachment points are stitched too close which makes the lid almost always in the direction of the back panel leaving a gap which could pave the way for rainwater to seep inside</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7. Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack</h3>\r\nThe Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack by Exos is surely one of the most versatile packs that diehard backpackers will find a great use for. It has a capacity or volume of 34L completed with five compartments that can be zippered open and closed with amazing ease. At the same time, the total space of the compartments furnish you sufficient room for packing in sleeping bag, mosquito net, camping tools, hammock, and a host of other items.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-46 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/exos-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack. Great as a Bug Out Bag, Daypack, or Go Bag; for Hiking, or Camping. Molle equipped &amp; hydration pack ready\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter you’re done packing, there’d still be space left for stuffing in additional gear. The compartments allow for not only securing both large and small items but also arrange these in an orderly manner. The farthest compartment at the backside is ideal for putting in a bottle and there’s a customized slit that lets you suck in the beverage or water directly from the receptacle.\r\n\r\nThis compartment also comes in perfectly handy for lugging along a 15-inch laptop. The material that has gone into for creating the exterior casing is 600D polyester that is insanely heavy-duty and resilient which ultimately prolongs the shelf life of the pack. The strap connection sections and seams are reinforced with an extra layer of the fabric which capacitates the bag to tolerate extra baggage. Suspension straps complete with zip ties, and cords accord a heightened level of security preventing the pack from getting ransacked.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments</li>\r\n 	<li>Rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>Outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester making it incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>Shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching facilitates in packing a lot of items without compromising on orderliness</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments enables you to conveniently pack and carry more items than you actually need for any short-term or long-term hiking trip</li>\r\n 	<li>The rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle as well as for drawing out the liquid without having to take out the bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>The outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester that makes the pack incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>The shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding that promotes air circulation and keeps your back free from stress</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The straps are stitched at the ends that might lead to the clasps slipping out or unclasping</li>\r\n 	<li>The addition of a loop would’ve gone a long way in holding the bladder firmly in position</li>\r\n 	<li>Owing to the positioning of the Velcro straps on the sides, tautening the straps in order to make the pack more compact, the straps lie flat</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8. Hiking Backpack Waterproof Backpacking Outdoor Sport Daypack with Rain Cover for Climbing Mountaineering Camping Fishing Travel Cycling Skiing from ONEPACK</h3>\r\nThe backpack from ONEPACK comes loaded with a string of useful features that makes it suitable for taking along on your hiking, trekking, fishing, mountaineering, skiing, and camping expeditions. It has an inbuilt capacity of 45L with an additional storage space of 5L which means you can pack sundry items including sleeping mat, water bottles, shoes, clothes, hiking, camping and fishing gear, and much more. The reinforced polyester material from which the pack has been sewn out is extremely hardy lending the product an extraordinary hardiness.<a href=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-51 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/onepack-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAt the front is a large zippered pocket or chamber that can take in large items like a sleeping bag or hammock. Besides that, there are multiple side pockets and pouches with zipper function that come to your aid when you need to pack in miscellaneous essentials both big and small. Sportsmen will find the pack very handy as the cap-styled design of the interior helps in packing sport goods. The cap-topped buckles with elastic pothook impart a high degree of security to everything that goes inside the bag.\r\n\r\nA rain cover is provided with the backpack that allows you to drape the entire bag during a heavy shower. A storage pouch at the bottom lets you stow away the cover when not in use. Sternum and waist straps can be adjusted according to your convenience and these straps are padded offering you cushioning while you carry the pack.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Made of superior quality of polyester material</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, &amp; meshed back panel</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, &amp; camping necessities</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack is made of superior quality of polyester material which imparts to it a reasonably high degree of toughness and resilience</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, and meshed back panel promotes all-encompassing ventilation</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover supplied with the package and pouch for storing the same built into the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, and camping necessities</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed pockets on the sides are good for storing umbrellas and water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with an internal frame support which would’ve helped in distributing the load throughout the body</li>\r\n 	<li>Buckles at the waist and chest are not as robust as claimed</li>\r\n 	<li>The rain cover may not be able to prevent equipment or items from getting soaked or dampened during a downpour</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9. 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags from ArcEnCiel (Rain cover included)</h3>\r\nThe 70-85L backpack from ArcEnCiel is a highly resourceful bag as it serves the purpose when you need to pack up the essentials for different types of expeditions ranging from a military mission to an arduous mountaineering trek. With a capacity ranging from 70L to 85L, the backpack or outdoor pack permits you miscellaneous items in varying sizes and yet leaves you with adequate room to pack in more supplies. The pack has made out of industrial-grade nylon that is scratch resistant and doesn’t easily lose its texture even after you’ve used the product for years on end.<a href=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"><img class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-33\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arcenciel-9-e1489343193777.jpg\" alt=\"ArcEnCiel 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags -Rain Cover Included\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bag can be opened up to its full capacity of 80L simply by unzipping the dual-layered zippers on either side. Once you’ve fully laid bare the inside of the bag, you can go about packing everything on your list. The arrangement of the main chamber and the several pouches facilitate in packing the items in an orderly fashion. The front of the pack has a structure that makes it suitable for strapping Velcro tapes or patches.\r\n\r\nApart from the smooth zippers, there are drawstrings with capped barrels that help in securing the compartment firmly thus offering full protection to the contents inside.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military)</li>\r\n 	<li>Back panel, shoulder &amp; chest straps are heavily cushioned</li>\r\n 	<li>Straps on the shoulder &amp;chest can be adjusted</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening</li>\r\n 	<li>Huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military) has been used for creating the backpack which accords toughness to the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The back panel, shoulder and chest straps are heavily cushioned that takes the strain off of your torso and back while lugging the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps on the shoulder and chest can be adjusted allowing for carrying comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening the compartment as well as securing the same perfectly</li>\r\n 	<li>The huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items without making the interior stuffy</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers on both the sides come to your aid when you need to open up the pack to the full extent</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The absence of a supporting framework implies that whatever load you carry</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ul>\r\nwill not be equally distributed leading to your feeling stressed after carrying the pack for some distance\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with a distinct pouch for storing a water bladder</li>\r\n 	<li>The interior of the pack doesn’t have a single pouch which could’ve helped in packing some items at the last minute</li>\r\n 	<li>You might to struggle to close it firmly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10. Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men</h3>\r\nThe Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack from Coreal is a supremely versatile pack that can be used by hikers, trekkers, and campers of both the sexes. This bag is resourceful owing to the nylon material from which the same has been sewn that renders the product highly resistant to tears and water. It has a capacity of 35L which is spacious enough to pack in your hammock, bath towels, magazines, hiking tools, camping gears, and an assortment of other essentials.<a href=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-45 alignleft\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/coreal-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe pack is superlight when empty weighing just 0.77 lbs and in its most compact state, it can be easily tucked away inside a small pouch or handbag. Later on, you can unfold it and open up to its original size when you need to pack in more items. The versatility of the backpack implies that you can use it for your backpacking trip, business trip, family vacation, college campus study, and so on and so forth.\r\n\r\nThe chief compartment has a fabric separator which allows you to put in a lot of goods and that too in an organized way. This compartment gets an extra layer of safety due to the pouch which has openings for taking in extra items. An adjustable strap lets you tighten the slack around the compartment for securing it thoroughly.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Created out of heavy-duty nylon</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistant to wear &amp; tear as well as water</li>\r\n 	<li>Chief chamber has a divider or separator</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks</li>\r\n 	<li>Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouches on either side of the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been created out of heavy-duty nylon that enhances the longevity of the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The properties of the fabric also make the backpack resistant to wear-and tear as well as resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>The chief chamber has a divider or separator that helps in neatly packing all your essentials</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks permit firm securing of the compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>There is a Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>There are pouches on either side of the pack with covers for holding large water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Packing in too much weight might put a heavy strain on the shoulder strap causing them to roll up to the extent that you may feel hurt; shoulder straps could’ve done with some padding</li>\r\n 	<li>Absence of a strap near the waist might make you feel uncomfortable when you’re climbing up or coming down; the lower end of the backpack would heave during a long hike or trek</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack doesn’t come with an internal framework support system which could’ve helped in equal load distribution</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nSo, there you’ve it, 10 of the topnotch camping &amp; hiking backpacks. Each and every backpack reviewed in this article qualifies to be a standard camping &amp; hiking backpack as the product fulfills the criterions or parameters for being labeled as such. Almost all the reviewed products have been stitched out of reinforced nylon or polyester material, have a capacity ranging from 35L-65L, contain sufficient pouches or pockets for packing a range of supplies, and are equipped with padded straps.\r\n\r\nIf you want to opt for a quality backpack yet don’t want to splurge you can pick and choose from G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack, Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack or SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive. And if you’re looking something more exclusive, you can choose from the brands of Mountaintop, Coreal or Teton Sports.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Camping and Hiking Backpacks of 2017 – Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','10-revision-v1','','','2017-03-14 07:50:15','2017-03-14 07:50:15','',10,'http://bestofgears.com/10-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(279,1,'2017-03-14 07:54:32','2017-03-14 07:54:32','We reviewed 10 best camping and hiking backpacks of 2017\r\n\r\nIf your passion for exploring the outdoors often sees you leaving for extended hiking and/or camping trips either with your friends or solo, then the backpack is one gear that you’d find indispensable. Whatever backpack you carry, you should ensure that the paraphernalia should be able to withstand the rough and tumble backcountry trekking regardless of whether the trip lasts for a couple of days or for an entire week. At the same time, the backpack should let you carry the essentials including but not limited to dry food items, water, clothing, first-aid kit, sunscreen lotions, binoculars, fire starters, sleeping bags, and other supplies without bogging you down.\r\n\r\nYou should keep one aspect in mind before you can start looking for a good quality backpack irrespective of whether it’d be your first pack or an addition to your rucksack collection. And that is, this backpack (which will come in handy both for hiking &amp; camping) will surely be distinct from the ordinary rucksacks used by daytime backpackers.\r\n\r\n[table id=1 /]\r\n<h2>Guide To Select The Best Camping and Hiking Backpack for Your Camping/Hiking Requirements</h2>\r\nWhatever camping &amp; hiking backpack you choose, it should at least be able to fulfill some quality parameters. For instance, the pack should be spacious allowing you to comfortably pack all your necessary items; the material (from which the bag has been stitched) should be robust enough to withstand everyday wear and tear; it should be water resistant (perfectly waterproof bags might be hard to find); should be ergonomically designed so that you don’t find it backbreaking to carry the same for long periods, and can be cleaned easily.\r\n\r\nSince the market for backpacks is replete with products where each one claims to be the best amongst the lot, picking the one that’ll suit your needs and preferences can be a harrowing task. This review on the best camping &amp; hiking backpacks analyses 10 topnotch products on the basis of some standardized quality yardsticks to make your search process somewhat easier.\r\n<h3>Standard Features of Quality Camping &amp; Hiking Backpacks</h3>\r\n<h4>Volume or size dependent upon the trek or hike duration</h4>\r\nThe very first thing that you’d need to decide on is the volume or capacity of the pack that’d be apt for you. And the size that’d be appropriate for you will largely depend upon the duration of your backpacking trips-the longer the time you expend on the trek, the larger the pack you’d require. The capacity of a bag is determined by the quantity or volume it can hold which is generally denoted in liters.\r\n\r\nAll backpacks reviewed in this article have a volume ranging from 55-75 liters and that is the range most backpackers who regularly leave for weeklong trips or hikes of longer duration will opt for. Additionally, if you’re scheduling a trip during the winter, you’ll need to consider packing extra pieces of warm clothing as well as warm sleeping bag. Though much would depend upon experiences, (which vary from individual to individual), weather considerations, and comfort level, you’ll always have some additional space in a backpack of 55-75 liters for a short-trip.\r\n<h4>Choosing the size in terms of the length of your torso</h4>\r\nAfter you’re done selecting the right volume of a camping &amp; hiking backpack, the aspect that you’ll need to consider next is the size that’d be apt for you. Towards this end, you’ll have to pick and choose a bag that’d be in conformity with your torso length because it is this portion of the body that’ll be bearing the load of the backpack. Ask your friend to measure out the length of your torso using a tape-your torso starts from the nape (where you first feel the bump) and extends up to the hip. Your choice will be determined by the following standardised measures:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Tall/Large:-20” and above</li>\r\n 	<li>Medium/Regular:-18” to 19”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Small:-16” to 17”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Extra Small:-up to 15”1/2</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Weight of backpack</h4>\r\nThe weightiness of the backpack is one facet that you should take quite seriously and for good reasons. Bear in mind that the inherent properties of the material of the backpack can affect the weight. Opt for a backpack that is stitched out of a reinforced fabric like rip-resistant nylon or HDPE. 55-75 liters backpacks (the capacity normally used by hardcore backpackers weigh in the region of 3lbs to 5lbs.\r\n<h4>Differences between a normal backpack and camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nNormally speaking, all backpacks are created keeping the needs and preferences of the backpackers in mind. Towards that end, there are two broad categories of backpackers-those who backpack for a short trip lasting for a day or two and those who focus on venturing out on a trail that lasts for nothing less than a week and requires them to take frequent camping breaks to reenergize themselves for the next day. A normal daypack or rucksack is standard for those who’ve started out with backpacking for short, impromptu hikes or treks.\r\n\r\nHikers or trekkers intending to pick up and hone their skills by beginning with day-long trips should be easily able to manage with small-sized lightweight backpacks. This is so because they’ll not need to carry too much paraphernalia including sleeping pad, rain fly or bug net. There’ll be occasions when they’ll have to seriously consider packing a larger backpack particularly if they leave for hikes on routes that aren’t very popular with backpackers.\r\n\r\nThese routes are unlikely to have numerous refill spots or resting places necessitating them to carry extra food items and navigation equipment. They might also want to carry more clothes or a hammock for relaxing if they wish to explore Nature a little more deeply or spend an extra night camping in the open. As for the seasoned backpackers, they should focus on selecting a rucksack that can cater to their weeklong (or a few day more) hiking &amp; camping needs.\r\n\r\nIn other words, the product should be made out of a material that is hardy and breathable at the same time. Then again, the material should be water-resistant and weatherproof enabling the contents to stay protected during the course of the trail. It should be designed in such a way that it is able to withstand the load without putting too much strain on your back. A camping &amp; hiking backpack will have more large compartments and side pouches or pockets. A quality backpack for extended trials comes with a collapsible or detachable framework that allows the gear to be transformed into a rucksack during daytime and into a sleeping pad with headrest at nighttime.\r\n<h4>What to look for while buying a camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nWhether you’re a budding backpacker inching your way upwards on the learning curve by concentrating more on short hikes or a weather-beaten adventurer, a backpack is one gear that you’ll always need. Backpacks have evolved considerably over the years with the current line of products being more lightweight, equipped with innovative suspension system, and easier to maintain in the long-run. Instead of blinding foraging for the perfect backpack that might be a puzzling and harrowing process (leading to your choosing the inappropriate product), always ask yourself the following questions:-\r\n<h4>What capacity and size would be apt for you?</h4>\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>What weight would be suitable for you (both in empty and packed condition?)</li>\r\n 	<li>How much can you afford to spend?</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nAs for the capacity or size specific, the pack that’d be apt would obviously depend upon the duration of the trip, and the different supplies that you’ll be packing. For a trail ending up on a mountain peak or deep inside a forest that’ll take at least a week or two to complete, going for a 65 liter pack is recommended. A 65-70 liter pack would come in handy for packing in extra gear, water, and food that you’ll need if you’ve to extend your trip by a day or two.\r\n\r\nYou’ll obviously want to buy a pack that weighs minimal when in an unpacked state. Generally, backpacks stitched out of HPDE (high density polyethylene) or tear-resistant nylon happens to be lightweight and long-lasting. A 65-70 liter pack shouldn’t weigh more than 5-6 lbs at the most. Alternatively, such a backpack can tolerate loads up to a maximum of 60-65 lbs (when packed to capacity).\r\n\r\nFinally, it is the cost of the pack that eventually matters the most because more often than not, a product which more or less fulfills almost all your backpacking needs and preferences, might be beyond your means. However, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to know that there are quite a few quality camping &amp; hiking backpack brands that are available for approximately $200. Naturally, the price of the product is largely dependent on factors including durability, size, and the purposes it serves.\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">1. Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack from Ibagbar</h3>\r\nThe Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Bar Camping Bag Rucksack by Ibagbar has been painstakingly designed for use by hikers of both the sexes. Though the backpack costs less than $40, it doesn’t at all compromise on the quality front. The pack has been stitched out of a blend of the best grade of polyurethane leather and cotton canvas as well as is equipped with sturdy and flexible strap supports.<a href=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-48 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ibagbar_canvas-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe straps can be loosened or tightened according to your towing or lugging convenience. There are zippered pockets or pouches where you can securely keep your wallet, smartphone, tab, and writing materials. This canvas backpack is an extremely versatile rucksack in that it doubles up as a briefcase, handbag, and a duffel bag catering to your travelling needs.\r\n\r\nThe straps fitted onto the pack can be maneuvered according to your requirement thus converting the same into a shoulder bag, sports kit bag, messenger bag or satchel. This pack is spacious enough to hold almost all your backpacking supplies as well as items that you’d generally carry to your workplace including a laptop or notepad. The materials used for making the bag have the capacity of withstanding stress resulting from the load as well are breathable keeping the stuff inside odor-free. All in all, this canvas backpack travel bag is ideal for hiking, camping, traveling, and taking to office or high school.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>One big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use</li>\r\n 	<li>Pack has several straps or belts enabling you to customize &amp; adjust accordingly</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are extremely hard-wearing</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>A very hardy backpack sewn out of PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets for packing a range of items starting from laptop to hiking gears</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use for instance as a shoulder bag, handbag, satchel, suitcase, and briefcase</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack has several straps or belts enabling you to not only customize the product according to your need/preference but also adjust it accordingly so that you feel comfortable in carrying it</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are extremely hard-wearing rendering them suitable for long-term and heavy use</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The faux PU leather section on the frontispiece robs the bag of its overall appeal to a certain extent</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag could have done better with a protective layer at the base (the PU material could’ve been used at the bottom for safeguarding the pack from the elements)</li>\r\n 	<li>The flap atop the zipper of the main compartment comes in the way of unzipping quickly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"&quot;product-title\">2. SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive</h3>\r\nThe SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900 is a hugely versatile rucksack that lets you pack up all your essentials for a hiking or camping trip and still leaves room for packing some extra items. This backpack has been created from toughened 1200D polyester material that lends an extraordinary hardiness to <a href=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-52 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/swiss-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>the bag allowing you to use the same for years on end. The chief compartment is large and spacious enough to hold a 17-inch laptop and the large zippers have a rugged construction letting you use the same heavily.\r\n\r\nThe back panel is heavily padded making it act like a buffer cushioning your back from the load that you carry. There are compression straps on sides letting you adjust these according to your level of comfortableness and ease of carrying. The backpack also comes equipped with a protective TabletSafe pouch, an accordion-style pocket for holding dossiers, an organizer chamber, several interior pockets, side pockets for packing accessories, pouches for keeping water bottles, and so on.\r\n\r\nThere’s a cushioned pocket especially designed for encasing a media player with port for headphone cords and also has a carabineer for fitting extra gear. The shoulder straps are layered with reflective material that makes the outlines of the pack visible in darkness or at nighttime.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back</li>\r\n 	<li>Enough pockets and pouches</li>\r\n 	<li>Carry handle &amp; shoulder straps are thickly padded</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are heavy-duty</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been made out of extremely durable 1200D ballistic polyester material which imparts to the bag an exceptional hardiness</li>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back that remain firmly in the sections as your bag is scanned by the conveyor at the airport</li>\r\n 	<li>There are enough pockets and pouches that helps in safekeeping different types of items that you’d need for hiking, trekking or travelling overseas</li>\r\n 	<li>The carry handle and shoulder straps are thickly padded thereby cushioning your back from the load</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are heavy-duty which means that these can tolerate the rough and tumble of long distance travelling or countryside hiking</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack could’ve done with a few more zippered sections for holding miscellaneous items like reading glasses, medications, tumblers, and so on</li>\r\n 	<li>With so many pockets and pouches, managing them all could be a problem</li>\r\n 	<li>TThe pack is more suitable for carrying items required for a business trip or study tour but may not be apt for packing supplies that are essentially needed for a hiking or trekking journey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">3. Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack from Venture Pal is packed to the hilt with a host of stunning features and yet it costs less than $25 making it one of the cheapest backpacks on the market. However, you’d be misleading yourself if you judge the bag on the basis of its low price! For a start, the pack has been fabricated out of high grade of nylon material that is water as well as tear-resistant.<a href=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-54 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/venture-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bottom has a double-layering of material letting you carry extra load for extended hiking trips without straining out the fabric. The two-way SBS metallic zippers can be opened and zipped closed both from the top and bottom ends. The strategic stress sections are reinforced by bar-tacks which eventually increases the lifespan of the backpack. Your shoulders remain stress-free while you lug the packed rucksack as the meshed fabric straps are heavily padded which ultimately takes the strain off of the back and shoulders.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, you can modify the straps’ length as per your comfortableness level. The strap at the chest level comes equipped with a whistle-styled buckle that can be locked tightly into place. This Venture Pal pack with one chief compartment, two side mesh pockets, and two zippered front pockets offers you sufficient space for comfortably packing all your essentials.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Hugely compact as it contracts into a small size</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) &amp; spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, &amp; duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one large chamber &amp; multiple pouches &amp; pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Separators inside the large compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed shoulder straps with extra padding provides cushioning</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This backpack is hugely compact as it contracts into a small size letting you fit it a small space</li>\r\n 	<li>It transforms into a backpack from a pocket in no time letting you pack a range of items easily and quickly</li>\r\n 	<li>It is also extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) and spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>It can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, and duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag has one large chamber and multiple pouches and pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>There are separators inside the large compartment allowing you to keep all your items in an organized manner</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The material from which the backpack has been stitched is water-resistant but not waterproof which means items are likely to get soaked during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers might get caught on the flap of the material when you’re in a hurry to close the pockets</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">4. TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included</h3>\r\nThe Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack from Teton Sports is one amazing and extraordinary rucksack as it comes with all the functional features that you’d find in a topnotch backpack. It is one backpack that has been designed and made in a meticulous manner enabling it to withstand everyday wear and tear as well as weather the elements. It is reinforced with robust zippers, heavily padded shoulder and waist straps, pliable aluminum stays, and meshed lumbar support.<a href=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-53 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/teton-1-155x300.jpg\" alt=\"TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included\" width=\"155\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis backpack from Teton Sports is one pack that comes with a rain fly that you can tuck in safely thereby concealing it from general view and you only take it out when you need to shield your gear from the rain. Besides the compression strings on the front and sides, there are barrel-lock styled drawstrings that help in securing the chief compartment firmly. The pack comes with gear type loops that come in handy for suspending shovel, ice axe or skiing blades.\r\n\r\nThere’s also a carry loop at the top for strapping the pack onto the hood of your car. Meshed pockets on the side and front are perfect for towing water bottles, snacks, and a cushioned pouch built into the large compartment is ideal for maintaining the coolness of a water-bottle.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is water resistant</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front &amp; sides for securing a range of essentials including</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is water resistant as well</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks in an orderly manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front and sides for securing a range of essentials including but not limited to sleeping pad, tent or hammock</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets for securing assorted supplies like rainwear, sunscreen, bug sprays, and bug nets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening camping tools and hiking tools</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual aluminum harness for adjusting torso length</li>\r\n 	<li>Thickened meshed pad on the lumbar area facilitates airflow and keeps your back comfortable</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>One of the pouches on the sides is smaller (compared to the other) making it rather difficult for you to store two large bottles</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame bars fitted inside once taken out during a washing process requires quite an effort to be refitted back</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps and attachments near the waist region can get in your way if you don’t keep these buckled in</li>\r\n 	<li>The side pockets midway down the pack cannot be zipped closed firmly once you’ve slotted in large bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5. G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Large 40L lightweight water resistant travel backpack/foldable &amp; packable hiking daypack from G4Free is equipped with a host of unbeatable features that you can make the most of during your hiking or trekking expeditions. Available online at a price below $20, this backpack/daypack offers much more than what it’s worth. This G4Free backpack is not only storage and travel-friendly but is remarkably lightweight, compact, roomy, and hardwearing as well.<a href=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-47 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/g4-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe backpack can be expanded up to a size of 22.8 x 13.4 x 7.8 inches letting you pack hammock, journals, medicines, sleeping pad, clothes, and other essentials. In its fully expanded size, the gear has a packing capacity of 40L. On the other hand, you can compress it down to a very compacted size allowing you to put it inside a suitcase or even in your handbag. This pack has been sewn out of tempered nylon material that is rip-resistant as well as water-resistant.\r\n\r\nThe shoulder straps are heavily padded and flexible enabling you to lug the pack across different terrains for long distances without stressing out your back. The meshed fabric of the straps facilitates good circulation of air keeping your shoulders and back from getting strained. The pack has one spacious compartment, 2 pouches for holding sports bottles, 1 Spandex pouch at the front, and 2 pouches at the top (one inside and the other outside). The G4Free backpack is ultra-light weighing 12.7 ounces (when empty).\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything</li>\r\n 	<li>Double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps offer good degree of comfort</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric, the pack is extremely resistant to routine wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility helping in packing extra items and locking the main chamber more firmly</li>\r\n 	<li>A fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything that you pack</li>\r\n 	<li>A double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>A Spandex pouch at the front allows you to put in large items and also access the same easily</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps provide a good degree of comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Chest clips helps in firmly securing the rucksack to your back thereby offering complete piece of mind while lugging the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack doesn’t have a sound suspension system which means load is not dispersed or distributed evenly that may eventually cause stress when towing the pack for long</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack is water resistant but not waterproof</li>\r\n 	<li>Packing the bag to the brim will make it difficult for you to carry it especially on mountainous or jagged trails</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6. Mountaintop 70L +10L Outdoor Sport Water-Resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Trekking Bag with Rain cover YKK Buckle for Climbing Camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III</h3>\r\nDesigned keeping in mind the hardcore hiker or adventurer, the hiking backpack trekking bag from Mountaintop is immensely huge with a 70L capacity and offering another 10L of additional packing space. The backpack has been embroidered out of topnotch polyester fabric that is rip-resistant and water-resistant. The texture of the polyester material is such that rainwater droplets accumulating on the surface drain away in due course of time.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-49 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mountaintop-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mountaintop 70L+10L Outdoor Sport Water-resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Backpacking Trekking Bag with Rain Cover YKK buckle for Climbing camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis versatile backpack from Mountaintop comes with a host of attachment points including bottom straps, key rings, soft fastening loops, bottom loops, compression straps, and D-styled hooks. These attachment points come in handy for strapping tents, trekking poles, sleeping pads, hiking gear, and other essentials. The internal framework structure has been innovatively designed facilitating in the even distribution of weight throughout the body as considerable proportion of the total heft is borne by the pelvis and the lower limbs.\r\n\r\nThe pack can be adjusted at 8 distinct modifiable sizes in accordance with your physique and height. The shoulder straps and the back panel are both meshed and thickly cushioned thereby providing a good degree of comfort to your back as well as promoting circulation of air. Chest straps outfitted with whistle-type buckles allow for upward or downward adjustment of pack. This Mountain backpack is supremely suitable for extended backpacking, hiking, and camping expeditions.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L)</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack &amp; shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy &amp; advanced internal framework</li>\r\n 	<li>Host of attachment or strapping points</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack with a stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L) allows you to pack almost every kind of gear you may need for your outdoor trips</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric prolongs the lifetime of the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber, bladder compartment with pouch for storing water bottle, compartment with divider (for sleeping bag), and a host of pockets/pouches permits packing in an organized manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack and shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy and advanced internal framework for even weight distribution</li>\r\n 	<li>A host of attachment or strapping points for securing a range of tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Could have done with a few more reflectors which would’ve been a great for early morning hikers</li>\r\n 	<li>The lid or cover on the top may not close to your satisfaction after you’re done packing all your stuff</li>\r\n 	<li>The attachment points are stitched too close which makes the lid almost always in the direction of the back panel leaving a gap which could pave the way for rainwater to seep inside</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7. Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack</h3>\r\nThe Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack by Exos is surely one of the most versatile packs that diehard backpackers will find a great use for. It has a capacity or volume of 34L completed with five compartments that can be zippered open and closed with amazing ease. At the same time, the total space of the compartments furnish you sufficient room for packing in sleeping bag, mosquito net, camping tools, hammock, and a host of other items.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-46 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/exos-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack. Great as a Bug Out Bag, Daypack, or Go Bag; for Hiking, or Camping. Molle equipped &amp; hydration pack ready\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter you’re done packing, there’d still be space left for stuffing in additional gear. The compartments allow for not only securing both large and small items but also arrange these in an orderly manner. The farthest compartment at the backside is ideal for putting in a bottle and there’s a customized slit that lets you suck in the beverage or water directly from the receptacle.\r\n\r\nThis compartment also comes in perfectly handy for lugging along a 15-inch laptop. The material that has gone into for creating the exterior casing is 600D polyester that is insanely heavy-duty and resilient which ultimately prolongs the shelf life of the pack. The strap connection sections and seams are reinforced with an extra layer of the fabric which capacitates the bag to tolerate extra baggage. Suspension straps complete with zip ties, and cords accord a heightened level of security preventing the pack from getting ransacked.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments</li>\r\n 	<li>Rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>Outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester making it incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>Shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching facilitates in packing a lot of items without compromising on orderliness</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments enables you to conveniently pack and carry more items than you actually need for any short-term or long-term hiking trip</li>\r\n 	<li>The rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle as well as for drawing out the liquid without having to take out the bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>The outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester that makes the pack incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>The shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding that promotes air circulation and keeps your back free from stress</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The straps are stitched at the ends that might lead to the clasps slipping out or unclasping</li>\r\n 	<li>The addition of a loop would’ve gone a long way in holding the bladder firmly in position</li>\r\n 	<li>Owing to the positioning of the Velcro straps on the sides, tautening the straps in order to make the pack more compact, the straps lie flat</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8. Hiking Backpack Waterproof Backpacking Outdoor Sport Daypack with Rain Cover for Climbing Mountaineering Camping Fishing Travel Cycling Skiing from ONEPACK</h3>\r\nThe backpack from ONEPACK comes loaded with a string of useful features that makes it suitable for taking along on your hiking, trekking, fishing, mountaineering, skiing, and camping expeditions. It has an inbuilt capacity of 45L with an additional storage space of 5L which means you can pack sundry items including sleeping mat, water bottles, shoes, clothes, hiking, camping and fishing gear, and much more. The reinforced polyester material from which the pack has been sewn out is extremely hardy lending the product an extraordinary hardiness.<a href=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-51 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/onepack-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAt the front is a large zippered pocket or chamber that can take in large items like a sleeping bag or hammock. Besides that, there are multiple side pockets and pouches with zipper function that come to your aid when you need to pack in miscellaneous essentials both big and small. Sportsmen will find the pack very handy as the cap-styled design of the interior helps in packing sport goods. The cap-topped buckles with elastic pothook impart a high degree of security to everything that goes inside the bag.\r\n\r\nA rain cover is provided with the backpack that allows you to drape the entire bag during a heavy shower. A storage pouch at the bottom lets you stow away the cover when not in use. Sternum and waist straps can be adjusted according to your convenience and these straps are padded offering you cushioning while you carry the pack.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Made of superior quality of polyester material</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, &amp; meshed back panel</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, &amp; camping necessities</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack is made of superior quality of polyester material which imparts to it a reasonably high degree of toughness and resilience</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, and meshed back panel promotes all-encompassing ventilation</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover supplied with the package and pouch for storing the same built into the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, and camping necessities</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed pockets on the sides are good for storing umbrellas and water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with an internal frame support which would’ve helped in distributing the load throughout the body</li>\r\n 	<li>Buckles at the waist and chest are not as robust as claimed</li>\r\n 	<li>The rain cover may not be able to prevent equipment or items from getting soaked or dampened during a downpour</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9. 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags from ArcEnCiel (Rain cover included)</h3>\r\nThe 70-85L backpack from ArcEnCiel is a highly resourceful bag as it serves the purpose when you need to pack up the essentials for different types of expeditions ranging from a military mission to an arduous mountaineering trek. With a capacity ranging from 70L to 85L, the backpack or outdoor pack permits you miscellaneous items in varying sizes and yet leaves you with adequate room to pack in more supplies. The pack has made out of industrial-grade nylon that is scratch resistant and doesn’t easily lose its texture even after you’ve used the product for years on end.<a href=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"><img class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-33\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arcenciel-9-e1489343193777.jpg\" alt=\"ArcEnCiel 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags -Rain Cover Included\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bag can be opened up to its full capacity of 80L simply by unzipping the dual-layered zippers on either side. Once you’ve fully laid bare the inside of the bag, you can go about packing everything on your list. The arrangement of the main chamber and the several pouches facilitate in packing the items in an orderly fashion. The front of the pack has a structure that makes it suitable for strapping Velcro tapes or patches.\r\n\r\nApart from the smooth zippers, there are drawstrings with capped barrels that help in securing the compartment firmly thus offering full protection to the contents inside.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military)</li>\r\n 	<li>Back panel, shoulder &amp; chest straps are heavily cushioned</li>\r\n 	<li>Straps on the shoulder &amp;chest can be adjusted</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening</li>\r\n 	<li>Huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military) has been used for creating the backpack which accords toughness to the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The back panel, shoulder and chest straps are heavily cushioned that takes the strain off of your torso and back while lugging the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps on the shoulder and chest can be adjusted allowing for carrying comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening the compartment as well as securing the same perfectly</li>\r\n 	<li>The huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items without making the interior stuffy</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers on both the sides come to your aid when you need to open up the pack to the full extent</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The absence of a supporting framework implies that whatever load you carry</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ul>\r\nwill not be equally distributed leading to your feeling stressed after carrying the pack for some distance\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with a distinct pouch for storing a water bladder</li>\r\n 	<li>The interior of the pack doesn’t have a single pouch which could’ve helped in packing some items at the last minute</li>\r\n 	<li>You might to struggle to close it firmly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10. Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men</h3>\r\nThe Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack from Coreal is a supremely versatile pack that can be used by hikers, trekkers, and campers of both the sexes. This bag is resourceful owing to the nylon material from which the same has been sewn that renders the product highly resistant to tears and water. It has a capacity of 35L which is spacious enough to pack in your hammock, bath towels, magazines, hiking tools, camping gears, and an assortment of other essentials.<a href=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-45 alignleft\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/coreal-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe pack is superlight when empty weighing just 0.77 lbs and in its most compact state, it can be easily tucked away inside a small pouch or handbag. Later on, you can unfold it and open up to its original size when you need to pack in more items. The versatility of the backpack implies that you can use it for your backpacking trip, business trip, family vacation, college campus study, and so on and so forth.\r\n\r\nThe chief compartment has a fabric separator which allows you to put in a lot of goods and that too in an organized way. This compartment gets an extra layer of safety due to the pouch which has openings for taking in extra items. An adjustable strap lets you tighten the slack around the compartment for securing it thoroughly.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Created out of heavy-duty nylon</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistant to wear &amp; tear as well as water</li>\r\n 	<li>Chief chamber has a divider or separator</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks</li>\r\n 	<li>Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouches on either side of the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been created out of heavy-duty nylon that enhances the longevity of the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The properties of the fabric also make the backpack resistant to wear-and tear as well as resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>The chief chamber has a divider or separator that helps in neatly packing all your essentials</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks permit firm securing of the compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>There is a Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>There are pouches on either side of the pack with covers for holding large water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Packing in too much weight might put a heavy strain on the shoulder strap causing them to roll up to the extent that you may feel hurt; shoulder straps could’ve done with some padding</li>\r\n 	<li>Absence of a strap near the waist might make you feel uncomfortable when you’re climbing up or coming down; the lower end of the backpack would heave during a long hike or trek</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack doesn’t come with an internal framework support system which could’ve helped in equal load distribution</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nSo, there you’ve it, 10 best camping &amp; hiking backpacks. Each and every backpack reviewed in this article qualifies to be a standard camping &amp; hiking backpack as the product fulfills the criterions or parameters for being labeled as such. Almost all the reviewed products have been stitched out of reinforced nylon or polyester material, have a capacity ranging from 35L-65L, contain sufficient pouches or pockets for packing a range of supplies, and are equipped with padded straps.\r\n\r\nIf you want to opt for a quality backpack yet don’t want to splurge you can pick and choose from G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack, Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack or SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive. And if you’re looking something more exclusive, you can choose from the brands of Mountaintop, Coreal or Teton Sports.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Camping and Hiking Backpacks of 2017 – Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','10-revision-v1','','','2017-03-14 07:54:32','2017-03-14 07:54:32','',10,'http://bestofgears.com/10-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(280,1,'2017-03-14 07:56:27','2017-03-14 07:56:27','[su_highlight]We reviewed 10 best camping and hiking backpacks of 2017[/su_highlight]\r\n\r\nIf your passion for exploring the outdoors often sees you leaving for extended hiking and/or camping trips either with your friends or solo, then the backpack is one gear that you’d find indispensable. Whatever backpack you carry, you should ensure that the paraphernalia should be able to withstand the rough and tumble backcountry trekking regardless of whether the trip lasts for a couple of days or for an entire week. At the same time, the backpack should let you carry the essentials including but not limited to dry food items, water, clothing, first-aid kit, sunscreen lotions, binoculars, fire starters, sleeping bags, and other supplies without bogging you down.\r\n\r\nYou should keep one aspect in mind before you can start looking for a good quality backpack irrespective of whether it’d be your first pack or an addition to your rucksack collection. And that is, this backpack (which will come in handy both for hiking &amp; camping) will surely be distinct from the ordinary rucksacks used by daytime backpackers.\r\n\r\n[table id=1 /]\r\n<h2>Guide To Select The Best Camping and Hiking Backpack for Your Camping/Hiking Requirements</h2>\r\nWhatever camping &amp; hiking backpack you choose, it should at least be able to fulfill some quality parameters. For instance, the pack should be spacious allowing you to comfortably pack all your necessary items; the material (from which the bag has been stitched) should be robust enough to withstand everyday wear and tear; it should be water resistant (perfectly waterproof bags might be hard to find); should be ergonomically designed so that you don’t find it backbreaking to carry the same for long periods, and can be cleaned easily.\r\n\r\nSince the market for backpacks is replete with products where each one claims to be the best amongst the lot, picking the one that’ll suit your needs and preferences can be a harrowing task. This review on the best camping &amp; hiking backpacks analyses 10 topnotch products on the basis of some standardized quality yardsticks to make your search process somewhat easier.\r\n<h3>Standard Features of Quality Camping &amp; Hiking Backpacks</h3>\r\n<h4>Volume or size dependent upon the trek or hike duration</h4>\r\nThe very first thing that you’d need to decide on is the volume or capacity of the pack that’d be apt for you. And the size that’d be appropriate for you will largely depend upon the duration of your backpacking trips-the longer the time you expend on the trek, the larger the pack you’d require. The capacity of a bag is determined by the quantity or volume it can hold which is generally denoted in liters.\r\n\r\nAll backpacks reviewed in this article have a volume ranging from 55-75 liters and that is the range most backpackers who regularly leave for weeklong trips or hikes of longer duration will opt for. Additionally, if you’re scheduling a trip during the winter, you’ll need to consider packing extra pieces of warm clothing as well as warm sleeping bag. Though much would depend upon experiences, (which vary from individual to individual), weather considerations, and comfort level, you’ll always have some additional space in a backpack of 55-75 liters for a short-trip.\r\n<h4>Choosing the size in terms of the length of your torso</h4>\r\nAfter you’re done selecting the right volume of a camping &amp; hiking backpack, the aspect that you’ll need to consider next is the size that’d be apt for you. Towards this end, you’ll have to pick and choose a bag that’d be in conformity with your torso length because it is this portion of the body that’ll be bearing the load of the backpack. Ask your friend to measure out the length of your torso using a tape-your torso starts from the nape (where you first feel the bump) and extends up to the hip. Your choice will be determined by the following standardised measures:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Tall/Large:-20” and above</li>\r\n 	<li>Medium/Regular:-18” to 19”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Small:-16” to 17”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Extra Small:-up to 15”1/2</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Weight of backpack</h4>\r\nThe weightiness of the backpack is one facet that you should take quite seriously and for good reasons. Bear in mind that the inherent properties of the material of the backpack can affect the weight. Opt for a backpack that is stitched out of a reinforced fabric like rip-resistant nylon or HDPE. 55-75 liters backpacks (the capacity normally used by hardcore backpackers weigh in the region of 3lbs to 5lbs.\r\n<h4>Differences between a normal backpack and camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nNormally speaking, all backpacks are created keeping the needs and preferences of the backpackers in mind. Towards that end, there are two broad categories of backpackers-those who backpack for a short trip lasting for a day or two and those who focus on venturing out on a trail that lasts for nothing less than a week and requires them to take frequent camping breaks to reenergize themselves for the next day. A normal daypack or rucksack is standard for those who’ve started out with backpacking for short, impromptu hikes or treks.\r\n\r\nHikers or trekkers intending to pick up and hone their skills by beginning with day-long trips should be easily able to manage with small-sized lightweight backpacks. This is so because they’ll not need to carry too much paraphernalia including sleeping pad, rain fly or bug net. There’ll be occasions when they’ll have to seriously consider packing a larger backpack particularly if they leave for hikes on routes that aren’t very popular with backpackers.\r\n\r\nThese routes are unlikely to have numerous refill spots or resting places necessitating them to carry extra food items and navigation equipment. They might also want to carry more clothes or a hammock for relaxing if they wish to explore Nature a little more deeply or spend an extra night camping in the open. As for the seasoned backpackers, they should focus on selecting a rucksack that can cater to their weeklong (or a few day more) hiking &amp; camping needs.\r\n\r\nIn other words, the product should be made out of a material that is hardy and breathable at the same time. Then again, the material should be water-resistant and weatherproof enabling the contents to stay protected during the course of the trail. It should be designed in such a way that it is able to withstand the load without putting too much strain on your back. A camping &amp; hiking backpack will have more large compartments and side pouches or pockets. A quality backpack for extended trials comes with a collapsible or detachable framework that allows the gear to be transformed into a rucksack during daytime and into a sleeping pad with headrest at nighttime.\r\n<h4>What to look for while buying a camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nWhether you’re a budding backpacker inching your way upwards on the learning curve by concentrating more on short hikes or a weather-beaten adventurer, a backpack is one gear that you’ll always need. Backpacks have evolved considerably over the years with the current line of products being more lightweight, equipped with innovative suspension system, and easier to maintain in the long-run. Instead of blinding foraging for the perfect backpack that might be a puzzling and harrowing process (leading to your choosing the inappropriate product), always ask yourself the following questions:-\r\n<h4>What capacity and size would be apt for you?</h4>\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>What weight would be suitable for you (both in empty and packed condition?)</li>\r\n 	<li>How much can you afford to spend?</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nAs for the capacity or size specific, the pack that’d be apt would obviously depend upon the duration of the trip, and the different supplies that you’ll be packing. For a trail ending up on a mountain peak or deep inside a forest that’ll take at least a week or two to complete, going for a 65 liter pack is recommended. A 65-70 liter pack would come in handy for packing in extra gear, water, and food that you’ll need if you’ve to extend your trip by a day or two.\r\n\r\nYou’ll obviously want to buy a pack that weighs minimal when in an unpacked state. Generally, backpacks stitched out of HPDE (high density polyethylene) or tear-resistant nylon happens to be lightweight and long-lasting. A 65-70 liter pack shouldn’t weigh more than 5-6 lbs at the most. Alternatively, such a backpack can tolerate loads up to a maximum of 60-65 lbs (when packed to capacity).\r\n\r\nFinally, it is the cost of the pack that eventually matters the most because more often than not, a product which more or less fulfills almost all your backpacking needs and preferences, might be beyond your means. However, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to know that there are quite a few quality camping &amp; hiking backpack brands that are available for approximately $200. Naturally, the price of the product is largely dependent on factors including durability, size, and the purposes it serves.\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">1. Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack from Ibagbar</h3>\r\nThe Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Bar Camping Bag Rucksack by Ibagbar has been painstakingly designed for use by hikers of both the sexes. Though the backpack costs less than $40, it doesn’t at all compromise on the quality front. The pack has been stitched out of a blend of the best grade of polyurethane leather and cotton canvas as well as is equipped with sturdy and flexible strap supports.<a href=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-48 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ibagbar_canvas-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe straps can be loosened or tightened according to your towing or lugging convenience. There are zippered pockets or pouches where you can securely keep your wallet, smartphone, tab, and writing materials. This canvas backpack is an extremely versatile rucksack in that it doubles up as a briefcase, handbag, and a duffel bag catering to your travelling needs.\r\n\r\nThe straps fitted onto the pack can be maneuvered according to your requirement thus converting the same into a shoulder bag, sports kit bag, messenger bag or satchel. This pack is spacious enough to hold almost all your backpacking supplies as well as items that you’d generally carry to your workplace including a laptop or notepad. The materials used for making the bag have the capacity of withstanding stress resulting from the load as well are breathable keeping the stuff inside odor-free. All in all, this canvas backpack travel bag is ideal for hiking, camping, traveling, and taking to office or high school.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>One big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use</li>\r\n 	<li>Pack has several straps or belts enabling you to customize &amp; adjust accordingly</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are extremely hard-wearing</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>A very hardy backpack sewn out of PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets for packing a range of items starting from laptop to hiking gears</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use for instance as a shoulder bag, handbag, satchel, suitcase, and briefcase</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack has several straps or belts enabling you to not only customize the product according to your need/preference but also adjust it accordingly so that you feel comfortable in carrying it</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are extremely hard-wearing rendering them suitable for long-term and heavy use</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The faux PU leather section on the frontispiece robs the bag of its overall appeal to a certain extent</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag could have done better with a protective layer at the base (the PU material could’ve been used at the bottom for safeguarding the pack from the elements)</li>\r\n 	<li>The flap atop the zipper of the main compartment comes in the way of unzipping quickly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"&quot;product-title\">2. SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive</h3>\r\nThe SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900 is a hugely versatile rucksack that lets you pack up all your essentials for a hiking or camping trip and still leaves room for packing some extra items. This backpack has been created from toughened 1200D polyester material that lends an extraordinary hardiness to <a href=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-52 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/swiss-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>the bag allowing you to use the same for years on end. The chief compartment is large and spacious enough to hold a 17-inch laptop and the large zippers have a rugged construction letting you use the same heavily.\r\n\r\nThe back panel is heavily padded making it act like a buffer cushioning your back from the load that you carry. There are compression straps on sides letting you adjust these according to your level of comfortableness and ease of carrying. The backpack also comes equipped with a protective TabletSafe pouch, an accordion-style pocket for holding dossiers, an organizer chamber, several interior pockets, side pockets for packing accessories, pouches for keeping water bottles, and so on.\r\n\r\nThere’s a cushioned pocket especially designed for encasing a media player with port for headphone cords and also has a carabineer for fitting extra gear. The shoulder straps are layered with reflective material that makes the outlines of the pack visible in darkness or at nighttime.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back</li>\r\n 	<li>Enough pockets and pouches</li>\r\n 	<li>Carry handle &amp; shoulder straps are thickly padded</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are heavy-duty</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been made out of extremely durable 1200D ballistic polyester material which imparts to the bag an exceptional hardiness</li>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back that remain firmly in the sections as your bag is scanned by the conveyor at the airport</li>\r\n 	<li>There are enough pockets and pouches that helps in safekeeping different types of items that you’d need for hiking, trekking or travelling overseas</li>\r\n 	<li>The carry handle and shoulder straps are thickly padded thereby cushioning your back from the load</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are heavy-duty which means that these can tolerate the rough and tumble of long distance travelling or countryside hiking</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack could’ve done with a few more zippered sections for holding miscellaneous items like reading glasses, medications, tumblers, and so on</li>\r\n 	<li>With so many pockets and pouches, managing them all could be a problem</li>\r\n 	<li>TThe pack is more suitable for carrying items required for a business trip or study tour but may not be apt for packing supplies that are essentially needed for a hiking or trekking journey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">3. Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack from Venture Pal is packed to the hilt with a host of stunning features and yet it costs less than $25 making it one of the cheapest backpacks on the market. However, you’d be misleading yourself if you judge the bag on the basis of its low price! For a start, the pack has been fabricated out of high grade of nylon material that is water as well as tear-resistant.<a href=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-54 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/venture-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bottom has a double-layering of material letting you carry extra load for extended hiking trips without straining out the fabric. The two-way SBS metallic zippers can be opened and zipped closed both from the top and bottom ends. The strategic stress sections are reinforced by bar-tacks which eventually increases the lifespan of the backpack. Your shoulders remain stress-free while you lug the packed rucksack as the meshed fabric straps are heavily padded which ultimately takes the strain off of the back and shoulders.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, you can modify the straps’ length as per your comfortableness level. The strap at the chest level comes equipped with a whistle-styled buckle that can be locked tightly into place. This Venture Pal pack with one chief compartment, two side mesh pockets, and two zippered front pockets offers you sufficient space for comfortably packing all your essentials.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Hugely compact as it contracts into a small size</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) &amp; spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, &amp; duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one large chamber &amp; multiple pouches &amp; pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Separators inside the large compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed shoulder straps with extra padding provides cushioning</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This backpack is hugely compact as it contracts into a small size letting you fit it a small space</li>\r\n 	<li>It transforms into a backpack from a pocket in no time letting you pack a range of items easily and quickly</li>\r\n 	<li>It is also extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) and spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>It can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, and duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag has one large chamber and multiple pouches and pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>There are separators inside the large compartment allowing you to keep all your items in an organized manner</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The material from which the backpack has been stitched is water-resistant but not waterproof which means items are likely to get soaked during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers might get caught on the flap of the material when you’re in a hurry to close the pockets</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">4. TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included</h3>\r\nThe Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack from Teton Sports is one amazing and extraordinary rucksack as it comes with all the functional features that you’d find in a topnotch backpack. It is one backpack that has been designed and made in a meticulous manner enabling it to withstand everyday wear and tear as well as weather the elements. It is reinforced with robust zippers, heavily padded shoulder and waist straps, pliable aluminum stays, and meshed lumbar support.<a href=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-53 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/teton-1-155x300.jpg\" alt=\"TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included\" width=\"155\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis backpack from Teton Sports is one pack that comes with a rain fly that you can tuck in safely thereby concealing it from general view and you only take it out when you need to shield your gear from the rain. Besides the compression strings on the front and sides, there are barrel-lock styled drawstrings that help in securing the chief compartment firmly. The pack comes with gear type loops that come in handy for suspending shovel, ice axe or skiing blades.\r\n\r\nThere’s also a carry loop at the top for strapping the pack onto the hood of your car. Meshed pockets on the side and front are perfect for towing water bottles, snacks, and a cushioned pouch built into the large compartment is ideal for maintaining the coolness of a water-bottle.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is water resistant</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front &amp; sides for securing a range of essentials including</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is water resistant as well</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks in an orderly manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front and sides for securing a range of essentials including but not limited to sleeping pad, tent or hammock</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets for securing assorted supplies like rainwear, sunscreen, bug sprays, and bug nets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening camping tools and hiking tools</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual aluminum harness for adjusting torso length</li>\r\n 	<li>Thickened meshed pad on the lumbar area facilitates airflow and keeps your back comfortable</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>One of the pouches on the sides is smaller (compared to the other) making it rather difficult for you to store two large bottles</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame bars fitted inside once taken out during a washing process requires quite an effort to be refitted back</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps and attachments near the waist region can get in your way if you don’t keep these buckled in</li>\r\n 	<li>The side pockets midway down the pack cannot be zipped closed firmly once you’ve slotted in large bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5. G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Large 40L lightweight water resistant travel backpack/foldable &amp; packable hiking daypack from G4Free is equipped with a host of unbeatable features that you can make the most of during your hiking or trekking expeditions. Available online at a price below $20, this backpack/daypack offers much more than what it’s worth. This G4Free backpack is not only storage and travel-friendly but is remarkably lightweight, compact, roomy, and hardwearing as well.<a href=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-47 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/g4-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe backpack can be expanded up to a size of 22.8 x 13.4 x 7.8 inches letting you pack hammock, journals, medicines, sleeping pad, clothes, and other essentials. In its fully expanded size, the gear has a packing capacity of 40L. On the other hand, you can compress it down to a very compacted size allowing you to put it inside a suitcase or even in your handbag. This pack has been sewn out of tempered nylon material that is rip-resistant as well as water-resistant.\r\n\r\nThe shoulder straps are heavily padded and flexible enabling you to lug the pack across different terrains for long distances without stressing out your back. The meshed fabric of the straps facilitates good circulation of air keeping your shoulders and back from getting strained. The pack has one spacious compartment, 2 pouches for holding sports bottles, 1 Spandex pouch at the front, and 2 pouches at the top (one inside and the other outside). The G4Free backpack is ultra-light weighing 12.7 ounces (when empty).\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything</li>\r\n 	<li>Double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps offer good degree of comfort</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric, the pack is extremely resistant to routine wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility helping in packing extra items and locking the main chamber more firmly</li>\r\n 	<li>A fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything that you pack</li>\r\n 	<li>A double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>A Spandex pouch at the front allows you to put in large items and also access the same easily</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps provide a good degree of comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Chest clips helps in firmly securing the rucksack to your back thereby offering complete piece of mind while lugging the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack doesn’t have a sound suspension system which means load is not dispersed or distributed evenly that may eventually cause stress when towing the pack for long</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack is water resistant but not waterproof</li>\r\n 	<li>Packing the bag to the brim will make it difficult for you to carry it especially on mountainous or jagged trails</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6. Mountaintop 70L +10L Outdoor Sport Water-Resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Trekking Bag with Rain cover YKK Buckle for Climbing Camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III</h3>\r\nDesigned keeping in mind the hardcore hiker or adventurer, the hiking backpack trekking bag from Mountaintop is immensely huge with a 70L capacity and offering another 10L of additional packing space. The backpack has been embroidered out of topnotch polyester fabric that is rip-resistant and water-resistant. The texture of the polyester material is such that rainwater droplets accumulating on the surface drain away in due course of time.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-49 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mountaintop-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mountaintop 70L+10L Outdoor Sport Water-resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Backpacking Trekking Bag with Rain Cover YKK buckle for Climbing camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis versatile backpack from Mountaintop comes with a host of attachment points including bottom straps, key rings, soft fastening loops, bottom loops, compression straps, and D-styled hooks. These attachment points come in handy for strapping tents, trekking poles, sleeping pads, hiking gear, and other essentials. The internal framework structure has been innovatively designed facilitating in the even distribution of weight throughout the body as considerable proportion of the total heft is borne by the pelvis and the lower limbs.\r\n\r\nThe pack can be adjusted at 8 distinct modifiable sizes in accordance with your physique and height. The shoulder straps and the back panel are both meshed and thickly cushioned thereby providing a good degree of comfort to your back as well as promoting circulation of air. Chest straps outfitted with whistle-type buckles allow for upward or downward adjustment of pack. This Mountain backpack is supremely suitable for extended backpacking, hiking, and camping expeditions.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L)</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack &amp; shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy &amp; advanced internal framework</li>\r\n 	<li>Host of attachment or strapping points</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack with a stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L) allows you to pack almost every kind of gear you may need for your outdoor trips</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric prolongs the lifetime of the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber, bladder compartment with pouch for storing water bottle, compartment with divider (for sleeping bag), and a host of pockets/pouches permits packing in an organized manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack and shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy and advanced internal framework for even weight distribution</li>\r\n 	<li>A host of attachment or strapping points for securing a range of tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Could have done with a few more reflectors which would’ve been a great for early morning hikers</li>\r\n 	<li>The lid or cover on the top may not close to your satisfaction after you’re done packing all your stuff</li>\r\n 	<li>The attachment points are stitched too close which makes the lid almost always in the direction of the back panel leaving a gap which could pave the way for rainwater to seep inside</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7. Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack</h3>\r\nThe Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack by Exos is surely one of the most versatile packs that diehard backpackers will find a great use for. It has a capacity or volume of 34L completed with five compartments that can be zippered open and closed with amazing ease. At the same time, the total space of the compartments furnish you sufficient room for packing in sleeping bag, mosquito net, camping tools, hammock, and a host of other items.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-46 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/exos-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack. Great as a Bug Out Bag, Daypack, or Go Bag; for Hiking, or Camping. Molle equipped &amp; hydration pack ready\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter you’re done packing, there’d still be space left for stuffing in additional gear. The compartments allow for not only securing both large and small items but also arrange these in an orderly manner. The farthest compartment at the backside is ideal for putting in a bottle and there’s a customized slit that lets you suck in the beverage or water directly from the receptacle.\r\n\r\nThis compartment also comes in perfectly handy for lugging along a 15-inch laptop. The material that has gone into for creating the exterior casing is 600D polyester that is insanely heavy-duty and resilient which ultimately prolongs the shelf life of the pack. The strap connection sections and seams are reinforced with an extra layer of the fabric which capacitates the bag to tolerate extra baggage. Suspension straps complete with zip ties, and cords accord a heightened level of security preventing the pack from getting ransacked.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments</li>\r\n 	<li>Rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>Outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester making it incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>Shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching facilitates in packing a lot of items without compromising on orderliness</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments enables you to conveniently pack and carry more items than you actually need for any short-term or long-term hiking trip</li>\r\n 	<li>The rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle as well as for drawing out the liquid without having to take out the bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>The outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester that makes the pack incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>The shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding that promotes air circulation and keeps your back free from stress</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The straps are stitched at the ends that might lead to the clasps slipping out or unclasping</li>\r\n 	<li>The addition of a loop would’ve gone a long way in holding the bladder firmly in position</li>\r\n 	<li>Owing to the positioning of the Velcro straps on the sides, tautening the straps in order to make the pack more compact, the straps lie flat</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8. Hiking Backpack Waterproof Backpacking Outdoor Sport Daypack with Rain Cover for Climbing Mountaineering Camping Fishing Travel Cycling Skiing from ONEPACK</h3>\r\nThe backpack from ONEPACK comes loaded with a string of useful features that makes it suitable for taking along on your hiking, trekking, fishing, mountaineering, skiing, and camping expeditions. It has an inbuilt capacity of 45L with an additional storage space of 5L which means you can pack sundry items including sleeping mat, water bottles, shoes, clothes, hiking, camping and fishing gear, and much more. The reinforced polyester material from which the pack has been sewn out is extremely hardy lending the product an extraordinary hardiness.<a href=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-51 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/onepack-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAt the front is a large zippered pocket or chamber that can take in large items like a sleeping bag or hammock. Besides that, there are multiple side pockets and pouches with zipper function that come to your aid when you need to pack in miscellaneous essentials both big and small. Sportsmen will find the pack very handy as the cap-styled design of the interior helps in packing sport goods. The cap-topped buckles with elastic pothook impart a high degree of security to everything that goes inside the bag.\r\n\r\nA rain cover is provided with the backpack that allows you to drape the entire bag during a heavy shower. A storage pouch at the bottom lets you stow away the cover when not in use. Sternum and waist straps can be adjusted according to your convenience and these straps are padded offering you cushioning while you carry the pack.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Made of superior quality of polyester material</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, &amp; meshed back panel</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, &amp; camping necessities</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack is made of superior quality of polyester material which imparts to it a reasonably high degree of toughness and resilience</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, and meshed back panel promotes all-encompassing ventilation</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover supplied with the package and pouch for storing the same built into the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, and camping necessities</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed pockets on the sides are good for storing umbrellas and water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with an internal frame support which would’ve helped in distributing the load throughout the body</li>\r\n 	<li>Buckles at the waist and chest are not as robust as claimed</li>\r\n 	<li>The rain cover may not be able to prevent equipment or items from getting soaked or dampened during a downpour</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9. 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags from ArcEnCiel (Rain cover included)</h3>\r\nThe 70-85L backpack from ArcEnCiel is a highly resourceful bag as it serves the purpose when you need to pack up the essentials for different types of expeditions ranging from a military mission to an arduous mountaineering trek. With a capacity ranging from 70L to 85L, the backpack or outdoor pack permits you miscellaneous items in varying sizes and yet leaves you with adequate room to pack in more supplies. The pack has made out of industrial-grade nylon that is scratch resistant and doesn’t easily lose its texture even after you’ve used the product for years on end.<a href=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"><img class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-33\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arcenciel-9-e1489343193777.jpg\" alt=\"ArcEnCiel 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags -Rain Cover Included\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bag can be opened up to its full capacity of 80L simply by unzipping the dual-layered zippers on either side. Once you’ve fully laid bare the inside of the bag, you can go about packing everything on your list. The arrangement of the main chamber and the several pouches facilitate in packing the items in an orderly fashion. The front of the pack has a structure that makes it suitable for strapping Velcro tapes or patches.\r\n\r\nApart from the smooth zippers, there are drawstrings with capped barrels that help in securing the compartment firmly thus offering full protection to the contents inside.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military)</li>\r\n 	<li>Back panel, shoulder &amp; chest straps are heavily cushioned</li>\r\n 	<li>Straps on the shoulder &amp;chest can be adjusted</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening</li>\r\n 	<li>Huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military) has been used for creating the backpack which accords toughness to the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The back panel, shoulder and chest straps are heavily cushioned that takes the strain off of your torso and back while lugging the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps on the shoulder and chest can be adjusted allowing for carrying comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening the compartment as well as securing the same perfectly</li>\r\n 	<li>The huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items without making the interior stuffy</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers on both the sides come to your aid when you need to open up the pack to the full extent</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The absence of a supporting framework implies that whatever load you carry</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ul>\r\nwill not be equally distributed leading to your feeling stressed after carrying the pack for some distance\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with a distinct pouch for storing a water bladder</li>\r\n 	<li>The interior of the pack doesn’t have a single pouch which could’ve helped in packing some items at the last minute</li>\r\n 	<li>You might to struggle to close it firmly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10. Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men</h3>\r\nThe Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack from Coreal is a supremely versatile pack that can be used by hikers, trekkers, and campers of both the sexes. This bag is resourceful owing to the nylon material from which the same has been sewn that renders the product highly resistant to tears and water. It has a capacity of 35L which is spacious enough to pack in your hammock, bath towels, magazines, hiking tools, camping gears, and an assortment of other essentials.<a href=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-45 alignleft\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/coreal-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe pack is superlight when empty weighing just 0.77 lbs and in its most compact state, it can be easily tucked away inside a small pouch or handbag. Later on, you can unfold it and open up to its original size when you need to pack in more items. The versatility of the backpack implies that you can use it for your backpacking trip, business trip, family vacation, college campus study, and so on and so forth.\r\n\r\nThe chief compartment has a fabric separator which allows you to put in a lot of goods and that too in an organized way. This compartment gets an extra layer of safety due to the pouch which has openings for taking in extra items. An adjustable strap lets you tighten the slack around the compartment for securing it thoroughly.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Created out of heavy-duty nylon</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistant to wear &amp; tear as well as water</li>\r\n 	<li>Chief chamber has a divider or separator</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks</li>\r\n 	<li>Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouches on either side of the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been created out of heavy-duty nylon that enhances the longevity of the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The properties of the fabric also make the backpack resistant to wear-and tear as well as resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>The chief chamber has a divider or separator that helps in neatly packing all your essentials</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks permit firm securing of the compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>There is a Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>There are pouches on either side of the pack with covers for holding large water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Packing in too much weight might put a heavy strain on the shoulder strap causing them to roll up to the extent that you may feel hurt; shoulder straps could’ve done with some padding</li>\r\n 	<li>Absence of a strap near the waist might make you feel uncomfortable when you’re climbing up or coming down; the lower end of the backpack would heave during a long hike or trek</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack doesn’t come with an internal framework support system which could’ve helped in equal load distribution</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nSo, there you’ve it, 10 best camping &amp; hiking backpacks. Each and every backpack reviewed in this article qualifies to be a standard camping &amp; hiking backpack as the product fulfills the criterions or parameters for being labeled as such. Almost all the reviewed products have been stitched out of reinforced nylon or polyester material, have a capacity ranging from 35L-65L, contain sufficient pouches or pockets for packing a range of supplies, and are equipped with padded straps.\r\n\r\nIf you want to opt for a quality backpack yet don’t want to splurge you can pick and choose from G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack, Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack or SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive. And if you’re looking something more exclusive, you can choose from the brands of Mountaintop, Coreal or Teton Sports.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Camping and Hiking Backpacks of 2017 – Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','10-revision-v1','','','2017-03-14 07:56:27','2017-03-14 07:56:27','',10,'http://bestofgears.com/10-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(281,1,'2017-03-14 07:57:22','2017-03-14 07:57:22','[su_note]We reviewed 10 best camping and hiking backpacks of 2017[/su_note]\r\n\r\nIf your passion for exploring the outdoors often sees you leaving for extended hiking and/or camping trips either with your friends or solo, then the backpack is one gear that you’d find indispensable. Whatever backpack you carry, you should ensure that the paraphernalia should be able to withstand the rough and tumble backcountry trekking regardless of whether the trip lasts for a couple of days or for an entire week. At the same time, the backpack should let you carry the essentials including but not limited to dry food items, water, clothing, first-aid kit, sunscreen lotions, binoculars, fire starters, sleeping bags, and other supplies without bogging you down.\r\n\r\nYou should keep one aspect in mind before you can start looking for a good quality backpack irrespective of whether it’d be your first pack or an addition to your rucksack collection. And that is, this backpack (which will come in handy both for hiking &amp; camping) will surely be distinct from the ordinary rucksacks used by daytime backpackers.\r\n\r\n[table id=1 /]\r\n<h2>Guide To Select The Best Camping and Hiking Backpack for Your Camping/Hiking Requirements</h2>\r\nWhatever camping &amp; hiking backpack you choose, it should at least be able to fulfill some quality parameters. For instance, the pack should be spacious allowing you to comfortably pack all your necessary items; the material (from which the bag has been stitched) should be robust enough to withstand everyday wear and tear; it should be water resistant (perfectly waterproof bags might be hard to find); should be ergonomically designed so that you don’t find it backbreaking to carry the same for long periods, and can be cleaned easily.\r\n\r\nSince the market for backpacks is replete with products where each one claims to be the best amongst the lot, picking the one that’ll suit your needs and preferences can be a harrowing task. This review on the best camping &amp; hiking backpacks analyses 10 topnotch products on the basis of some standardized quality yardsticks to make your search process somewhat easier.\r\n<h3>Standard Features of Quality Camping &amp; Hiking Backpacks</h3>\r\n<h4>Volume or size dependent upon the trek or hike duration</h4>\r\nThe very first thing that you’d need to decide on is the volume or capacity of the pack that’d be apt for you. And the size that’d be appropriate for you will largely depend upon the duration of your backpacking trips-the longer the time you expend on the trek, the larger the pack you’d require. The capacity of a bag is determined by the quantity or volume it can hold which is generally denoted in liters.\r\n\r\nAll backpacks reviewed in this article have a volume ranging from 55-75 liters and that is the range most backpackers who regularly leave for weeklong trips or hikes of longer duration will opt for. Additionally, if you’re scheduling a trip during the winter, you’ll need to consider packing extra pieces of warm clothing as well as warm sleeping bag. Though much would depend upon experiences, (which vary from individual to individual), weather considerations, and comfort level, you’ll always have some additional space in a backpack of 55-75 liters for a short-trip.\r\n<h4>Choosing the size in terms of the length of your torso</h4>\r\nAfter you’re done selecting the right volume of a camping &amp; hiking backpack, the aspect that you’ll need to consider next is the size that’d be apt for you. Towards this end, you’ll have to pick and choose a bag that’d be in conformity with your torso length because it is this portion of the body that’ll be bearing the load of the backpack. Ask your friend to measure out the length of your torso using a tape-your torso starts from the nape (where you first feel the bump) and extends up to the hip. Your choice will be determined by the following standardised measures:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Tall/Large:-20” and above</li>\r\n 	<li>Medium/Regular:-18” to 19”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Small:-16” to 17”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Extra Small:-up to 15”1/2</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Weight of backpack</h4>\r\nThe weightiness of the backpack is one facet that you should take quite seriously and for good reasons. Bear in mind that the inherent properties of the material of the backpack can affect the weight. Opt for a backpack that is stitched out of a reinforced fabric like rip-resistant nylon or HDPE. 55-75 liters backpacks (the capacity normally used by hardcore backpackers weigh in the region of 3lbs to 5lbs.\r\n<h4>Differences between a normal backpack and camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nNormally speaking, all backpacks are created keeping the needs and preferences of the backpackers in mind. Towards that end, there are two broad categories of backpackers-those who backpack for a short trip lasting for a day or two and those who focus on venturing out on a trail that lasts for nothing less than a week and requires them to take frequent camping breaks to reenergize themselves for the next day. A normal daypack or rucksack is standard for those who’ve started out with backpacking for short, impromptu hikes or treks.\r\n\r\nHikers or trekkers intending to pick up and hone their skills by beginning with day-long trips should be easily able to manage with small-sized lightweight backpacks. This is so because they’ll not need to carry too much paraphernalia including sleeping pad, rain fly or bug net. There’ll be occasions when they’ll have to seriously consider packing a larger backpack particularly if they leave for hikes on routes that aren’t very popular with backpackers.\r\n\r\nThese routes are unlikely to have numerous refill spots or resting places necessitating them to carry extra food items and navigation equipment. They might also want to carry more clothes or a hammock for relaxing if they wish to explore Nature a little more deeply or spend an extra night camping in the open. As for the seasoned backpackers, they should focus on selecting a rucksack that can cater to their weeklong (or a few day more) hiking &amp; camping needs.\r\n\r\nIn other words, the product should be made out of a material that is hardy and breathable at the same time. Then again, the material should be water-resistant and weatherproof enabling the contents to stay protected during the course of the trail. It should be designed in such a way that it is able to withstand the load without putting too much strain on your back. A camping &amp; hiking backpack will have more large compartments and side pouches or pockets. A quality backpack for extended trials comes with a collapsible or detachable framework that allows the gear to be transformed into a rucksack during daytime and into a sleeping pad with headrest at nighttime.\r\n<h4>What to look for while buying a camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nWhether you’re a budding backpacker inching your way upwards on the learning curve by concentrating more on short hikes or a weather-beaten adventurer, a backpack is one gear that you’ll always need. Backpacks have evolved considerably over the years with the current line of products being more lightweight, equipped with innovative suspension system, and easier to maintain in the long-run. Instead of blinding foraging for the perfect backpack that might be a puzzling and harrowing process (leading to your choosing the inappropriate product), always ask yourself the following questions:-\r\n<h4>What capacity and size would be apt for you?</h4>\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>What weight would be suitable for you (both in empty and packed condition?)</li>\r\n 	<li>How much can you afford to spend?</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nAs for the capacity or size specific, the pack that’d be apt would obviously depend upon the duration of the trip, and the different supplies that you’ll be packing. For a trail ending up on a mountain peak or deep inside a forest that’ll take at least a week or two to complete, going for a 65 liter pack is recommended. A 65-70 liter pack would come in handy for packing in extra gear, water, and food that you’ll need if you’ve to extend your trip by a day or two.\r\n\r\nYou’ll obviously want to buy a pack that weighs minimal when in an unpacked state. Generally, backpacks stitched out of HPDE (high density polyethylene) or tear-resistant nylon happens to be lightweight and long-lasting. A 65-70 liter pack shouldn’t weigh more than 5-6 lbs at the most. Alternatively, such a backpack can tolerate loads up to a maximum of 60-65 lbs (when packed to capacity).\r\n\r\nFinally, it is the cost of the pack that eventually matters the most because more often than not, a product which more or less fulfills almost all your backpacking needs and preferences, might be beyond your means. However, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to know that there are quite a few quality camping &amp; hiking backpack brands that are available for approximately $200. Naturally, the price of the product is largely dependent on factors including durability, size, and the purposes it serves.\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">1. Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack from Ibagbar</h3>\r\nThe Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Bar Camping Bag Rucksack by Ibagbar has been painstakingly designed for use by hikers of both the sexes. Though the backpack costs less than $40, it doesn’t at all compromise on the quality front. The pack has been stitched out of a blend of the best grade of polyurethane leather and cotton canvas as well as is equipped with sturdy and flexible strap supports.<a href=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-48 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ibagbar_canvas-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe straps can be loosened or tightened according to your towing or lugging convenience. There are zippered pockets or pouches where you can securely keep your wallet, smartphone, tab, and writing materials. This canvas backpack is an extremely versatile rucksack in that it doubles up as a briefcase, handbag, and a duffel bag catering to your travelling needs.\r\n\r\nThe straps fitted onto the pack can be maneuvered according to your requirement thus converting the same into a shoulder bag, sports kit bag, messenger bag or satchel. This pack is spacious enough to hold almost all your backpacking supplies as well as items that you’d generally carry to your workplace including a laptop or notepad. The materials used for making the bag have the capacity of withstanding stress resulting from the load as well are breathable keeping the stuff inside odor-free. All in all, this canvas backpack travel bag is ideal for hiking, camping, traveling, and taking to office or high school.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>One big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use</li>\r\n 	<li>Pack has several straps or belts enabling you to customize &amp; adjust accordingly</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are extremely hard-wearing</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>A very hardy backpack sewn out of PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets for packing a range of items starting from laptop to hiking gears</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use for instance as a shoulder bag, handbag, satchel, suitcase, and briefcase</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack has several straps or belts enabling you to not only customize the product according to your need/preference but also adjust it accordingly so that you feel comfortable in carrying it</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are extremely hard-wearing rendering them suitable for long-term and heavy use</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The faux PU leather section on the frontispiece robs the bag of its overall appeal to a certain extent</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag could have done better with a protective layer at the base (the PU material could’ve been used at the bottom for safeguarding the pack from the elements)</li>\r\n 	<li>The flap atop the zipper of the main compartment comes in the way of unzipping quickly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"&quot;product-title\">2. SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive</h3>\r\nThe SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900 is a hugely versatile rucksack that lets you pack up all your essentials for a hiking or camping trip and still leaves room for packing some extra items. This backpack has been created from toughened 1200D polyester material that lends an extraordinary hardiness to <a href=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-52 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/swiss-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>the bag allowing you to use the same for years on end. The chief compartment is large and spacious enough to hold a 17-inch laptop and the large zippers have a rugged construction letting you use the same heavily.\r\n\r\nThe back panel is heavily padded making it act like a buffer cushioning your back from the load that you carry. There are compression straps on sides letting you adjust these according to your level of comfortableness and ease of carrying. The backpack also comes equipped with a protective TabletSafe pouch, an accordion-style pocket for holding dossiers, an organizer chamber, several interior pockets, side pockets for packing accessories, pouches for keeping water bottles, and so on.\r\n\r\nThere’s a cushioned pocket especially designed for encasing a media player with port for headphone cords and also has a carabineer for fitting extra gear. The shoulder straps are layered with reflective material that makes the outlines of the pack visible in darkness or at nighttime.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back</li>\r\n 	<li>Enough pockets and pouches</li>\r\n 	<li>Carry handle &amp; shoulder straps are thickly padded</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are heavy-duty</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been made out of extremely durable 1200D ballistic polyester material which imparts to the bag an exceptional hardiness</li>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back that remain firmly in the sections as your bag is scanned by the conveyor at the airport</li>\r\n 	<li>There are enough pockets and pouches that helps in safekeeping different types of items that you’d need for hiking, trekking or travelling overseas</li>\r\n 	<li>The carry handle and shoulder straps are thickly padded thereby cushioning your back from the load</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are heavy-duty which means that these can tolerate the rough and tumble of long distance travelling or countryside hiking</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack could’ve done with a few more zippered sections for holding miscellaneous items like reading glasses, medications, tumblers, and so on</li>\r\n 	<li>With so many pockets and pouches, managing them all could be a problem</li>\r\n 	<li>TThe pack is more suitable for carrying items required for a business trip or study tour but may not be apt for packing supplies that are essentially needed for a hiking or trekking journey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">3. Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack from Venture Pal is packed to the hilt with a host of stunning features and yet it costs less than $25 making it one of the cheapest backpacks on the market. However, you’d be misleading yourself if you judge the bag on the basis of its low price! For a start, the pack has been fabricated out of high grade of nylon material that is water as well as tear-resistant.<a href=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-54 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/venture-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bottom has a double-layering of material letting you carry extra load for extended hiking trips without straining out the fabric. The two-way SBS metallic zippers can be opened and zipped closed both from the top and bottom ends. The strategic stress sections are reinforced by bar-tacks which eventually increases the lifespan of the backpack. Your shoulders remain stress-free while you lug the packed rucksack as the meshed fabric straps are heavily padded which ultimately takes the strain off of the back and shoulders.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, you can modify the straps’ length as per your comfortableness level. The strap at the chest level comes equipped with a whistle-styled buckle that can be locked tightly into place. This Venture Pal pack with one chief compartment, two side mesh pockets, and two zippered front pockets offers you sufficient space for comfortably packing all your essentials.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Hugely compact as it contracts into a small size</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) &amp; spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, &amp; duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one large chamber &amp; multiple pouches &amp; pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Separators inside the large compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed shoulder straps with extra padding provides cushioning</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This backpack is hugely compact as it contracts into a small size letting you fit it a small space</li>\r\n 	<li>It transforms into a backpack from a pocket in no time letting you pack a range of items easily and quickly</li>\r\n 	<li>It is also extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) and spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>It can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, and duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag has one large chamber and multiple pouches and pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>There are separators inside the large compartment allowing you to keep all your items in an organized manner</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The material from which the backpack has been stitched is water-resistant but not waterproof which means items are likely to get soaked during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers might get caught on the flap of the material when you’re in a hurry to close the pockets</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">4. TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included</h3>\r\nThe Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack from Teton Sports is one amazing and extraordinary rucksack as it comes with all the functional features that you’d find in a topnotch backpack. It is one backpack that has been designed and made in a meticulous manner enabling it to withstand everyday wear and tear as well as weather the elements. It is reinforced with robust zippers, heavily padded shoulder and waist straps, pliable aluminum stays, and meshed lumbar support.<a href=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-53 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/teton-1-155x300.jpg\" alt=\"TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included\" width=\"155\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis backpack from Teton Sports is one pack that comes with a rain fly that you can tuck in safely thereby concealing it from general view and you only take it out when you need to shield your gear from the rain. Besides the compression strings on the front and sides, there are barrel-lock styled drawstrings that help in securing the chief compartment firmly. The pack comes with gear type loops that come in handy for suspending shovel, ice axe or skiing blades.\r\n\r\nThere’s also a carry loop at the top for strapping the pack onto the hood of your car. Meshed pockets on the side and front are perfect for towing water bottles, snacks, and a cushioned pouch built into the large compartment is ideal for maintaining the coolness of a water-bottle.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is water resistant</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front &amp; sides for securing a range of essentials including</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is water resistant as well</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks in an orderly manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front and sides for securing a range of essentials including but not limited to sleeping pad, tent or hammock</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets for securing assorted supplies like rainwear, sunscreen, bug sprays, and bug nets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening camping tools and hiking tools</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual aluminum harness for adjusting torso length</li>\r\n 	<li>Thickened meshed pad on the lumbar area facilitates airflow and keeps your back comfortable</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>One of the pouches on the sides is smaller (compared to the other) making it rather difficult for you to store two large bottles</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame bars fitted inside once taken out during a washing process requires quite an effort to be refitted back</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps and attachments near the waist region can get in your way if you don’t keep these buckled in</li>\r\n 	<li>The side pockets midway down the pack cannot be zipped closed firmly once you’ve slotted in large bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5. G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Large 40L lightweight water resistant travel backpack/foldable &amp; packable hiking daypack from G4Free is equipped with a host of unbeatable features that you can make the most of during your hiking or trekking expeditions. Available online at a price below $20, this backpack/daypack offers much more than what it’s worth. This G4Free backpack is not only storage and travel-friendly but is remarkably lightweight, compact, roomy, and hardwearing as well.<a href=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-47 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/g4-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe backpack can be expanded up to a size of 22.8 x 13.4 x 7.8 inches letting you pack hammock, journals, medicines, sleeping pad, clothes, and other essentials. In its fully expanded size, the gear has a packing capacity of 40L. On the other hand, you can compress it down to a very compacted size allowing you to put it inside a suitcase or even in your handbag. This pack has been sewn out of tempered nylon material that is rip-resistant as well as water-resistant.\r\n\r\nThe shoulder straps are heavily padded and flexible enabling you to lug the pack across different terrains for long distances without stressing out your back. The meshed fabric of the straps facilitates good circulation of air keeping your shoulders and back from getting strained. The pack has one spacious compartment, 2 pouches for holding sports bottles, 1 Spandex pouch at the front, and 2 pouches at the top (one inside and the other outside). The G4Free backpack is ultra-light weighing 12.7 ounces (when empty).\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything</li>\r\n 	<li>Double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps offer good degree of comfort</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric, the pack is extremely resistant to routine wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility helping in packing extra items and locking the main chamber more firmly</li>\r\n 	<li>A fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything that you pack</li>\r\n 	<li>A double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>A Spandex pouch at the front allows you to put in large items and also access the same easily</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps provide a good degree of comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Chest clips helps in firmly securing the rucksack to your back thereby offering complete piece of mind while lugging the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack doesn’t have a sound suspension system which means load is not dispersed or distributed evenly that may eventually cause stress when towing the pack for long</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack is water resistant but not waterproof</li>\r\n 	<li>Packing the bag to the brim will make it difficult for you to carry it especially on mountainous or jagged trails</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6. Mountaintop 70L +10L Outdoor Sport Water-Resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Trekking Bag with Rain cover YKK Buckle for Climbing Camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III</h3>\r\nDesigned keeping in mind the hardcore hiker or adventurer, the hiking backpack trekking bag from Mountaintop is immensely huge with a 70L capacity and offering another 10L of additional packing space. The backpack has been embroidered out of topnotch polyester fabric that is rip-resistant and water-resistant. The texture of the polyester material is such that rainwater droplets accumulating on the surface drain away in due course of time.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-49 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mountaintop-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mountaintop 70L+10L Outdoor Sport Water-resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Backpacking Trekking Bag with Rain Cover YKK buckle for Climbing camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis versatile backpack from Mountaintop comes with a host of attachment points including bottom straps, key rings, soft fastening loops, bottom loops, compression straps, and D-styled hooks. These attachment points come in handy for strapping tents, trekking poles, sleeping pads, hiking gear, and other essentials. The internal framework structure has been innovatively designed facilitating in the even distribution of weight throughout the body as considerable proportion of the total heft is borne by the pelvis and the lower limbs.\r\n\r\nThe pack can be adjusted at 8 distinct modifiable sizes in accordance with your physique and height. The shoulder straps and the back panel are both meshed and thickly cushioned thereby providing a good degree of comfort to your back as well as promoting circulation of air. Chest straps outfitted with whistle-type buckles allow for upward or downward adjustment of pack. This Mountain backpack is supremely suitable for extended backpacking, hiking, and camping expeditions.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L)</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack &amp; shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy &amp; advanced internal framework</li>\r\n 	<li>Host of attachment or strapping points</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack with a stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L) allows you to pack almost every kind of gear you may need for your outdoor trips</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric prolongs the lifetime of the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber, bladder compartment with pouch for storing water bottle, compartment with divider (for sleeping bag), and a host of pockets/pouches permits packing in an organized manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack and shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy and advanced internal framework for even weight distribution</li>\r\n 	<li>A host of attachment or strapping points for securing a range of tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Could have done with a few more reflectors which would’ve been a great for early morning hikers</li>\r\n 	<li>The lid or cover on the top may not close to your satisfaction after you’re done packing all your stuff</li>\r\n 	<li>The attachment points are stitched too close which makes the lid almost always in the direction of the back panel leaving a gap which could pave the way for rainwater to seep inside</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7. Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack</h3>\r\nThe Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack by Exos is surely one of the most versatile packs that diehard backpackers will find a great use for. It has a capacity or volume of 34L completed with five compartments that can be zippered open and closed with amazing ease. At the same time, the total space of the compartments furnish you sufficient room for packing in sleeping bag, mosquito net, camping tools, hammock, and a host of other items.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-46 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/exos-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack. Great as a Bug Out Bag, Daypack, or Go Bag; for Hiking, or Camping. Molle equipped &amp; hydration pack ready\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter you’re done packing, there’d still be space left for stuffing in additional gear. The compartments allow for not only securing both large and small items but also arrange these in an orderly manner. The farthest compartment at the backside is ideal for putting in a bottle and there’s a customized slit that lets you suck in the beverage or water directly from the receptacle.\r\n\r\nThis compartment also comes in perfectly handy for lugging along a 15-inch laptop. The material that has gone into for creating the exterior casing is 600D polyester that is insanely heavy-duty and resilient which ultimately prolongs the shelf life of the pack. The strap connection sections and seams are reinforced with an extra layer of the fabric which capacitates the bag to tolerate extra baggage. Suspension straps complete with zip ties, and cords accord a heightened level of security preventing the pack from getting ransacked.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments</li>\r\n 	<li>Rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>Outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester making it incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>Shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching facilitates in packing a lot of items without compromising on orderliness</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments enables you to conveniently pack and carry more items than you actually need for any short-term or long-term hiking trip</li>\r\n 	<li>The rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle as well as for drawing out the liquid without having to take out the bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>The outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester that makes the pack incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>The shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding that promotes air circulation and keeps your back free from stress</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The straps are stitched at the ends that might lead to the clasps slipping out or unclasping</li>\r\n 	<li>The addition of a loop would’ve gone a long way in holding the bladder firmly in position</li>\r\n 	<li>Owing to the positioning of the Velcro straps on the sides, tautening the straps in order to make the pack more compact, the straps lie flat</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8. Hiking Backpack Waterproof Backpacking Outdoor Sport Daypack with Rain Cover for Climbing Mountaineering Camping Fishing Travel Cycling Skiing from ONEPACK</h3>\r\nThe backpack from ONEPACK comes loaded with a string of useful features that makes it suitable for taking along on your hiking, trekking, fishing, mountaineering, skiing, and camping expeditions. It has an inbuilt capacity of 45L with an additional storage space of 5L which means you can pack sundry items including sleeping mat, water bottles, shoes, clothes, hiking, camping and fishing gear, and much more. The reinforced polyester material from which the pack has been sewn out is extremely hardy lending the product an extraordinary hardiness.<a href=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-51 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/onepack-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAt the front is a large zippered pocket or chamber that can take in large items like a sleeping bag or hammock. Besides that, there are multiple side pockets and pouches with zipper function that come to your aid when you need to pack in miscellaneous essentials both big and small. Sportsmen will find the pack very handy as the cap-styled design of the interior helps in packing sport goods. The cap-topped buckles with elastic pothook impart a high degree of security to everything that goes inside the bag.\r\n\r\nA rain cover is provided with the backpack that allows you to drape the entire bag during a heavy shower. A storage pouch at the bottom lets you stow away the cover when not in use. Sternum and waist straps can be adjusted according to your convenience and these straps are padded offering you cushioning while you carry the pack.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Made of superior quality of polyester material</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, &amp; meshed back panel</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, &amp; camping necessities</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack is made of superior quality of polyester material which imparts to it a reasonably high degree of toughness and resilience</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, and meshed back panel promotes all-encompassing ventilation</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover supplied with the package and pouch for storing the same built into the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, and camping necessities</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed pockets on the sides are good for storing umbrellas and water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with an internal frame support which would’ve helped in distributing the load throughout the body</li>\r\n 	<li>Buckles at the waist and chest are not as robust as claimed</li>\r\n 	<li>The rain cover may not be able to prevent equipment or items from getting soaked or dampened during a downpour</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9. 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags from ArcEnCiel (Rain cover included)</h3>\r\nThe 70-85L backpack from ArcEnCiel is a highly resourceful bag as it serves the purpose when you need to pack up the essentials for different types of expeditions ranging from a military mission to an arduous mountaineering trek. With a capacity ranging from 70L to 85L, the backpack or outdoor pack permits you miscellaneous items in varying sizes and yet leaves you with adequate room to pack in more supplies. The pack has made out of industrial-grade nylon that is scratch resistant and doesn’t easily lose its texture even after you’ve used the product for years on end.<a href=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"><img class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-33\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arcenciel-9-e1489343193777.jpg\" alt=\"ArcEnCiel 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags -Rain Cover Included\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bag can be opened up to its full capacity of 80L simply by unzipping the dual-layered zippers on either side. Once you’ve fully laid bare the inside of the bag, you can go about packing everything on your list. The arrangement of the main chamber and the several pouches facilitate in packing the items in an orderly fashion. The front of the pack has a structure that makes it suitable for strapping Velcro tapes or patches.\r\n\r\nApart from the smooth zippers, there are drawstrings with capped barrels that help in securing the compartment firmly thus offering full protection to the contents inside.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military)</li>\r\n 	<li>Back panel, shoulder &amp; chest straps are heavily cushioned</li>\r\n 	<li>Straps on the shoulder &amp;chest can be adjusted</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening</li>\r\n 	<li>Huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military) has been used for creating the backpack which accords toughness to the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The back panel, shoulder and chest straps are heavily cushioned that takes the strain off of your torso and back while lugging the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps on the shoulder and chest can be adjusted allowing for carrying comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening the compartment as well as securing the same perfectly</li>\r\n 	<li>The huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items without making the interior stuffy</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers on both the sides come to your aid when you need to open up the pack to the full extent</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The absence of a supporting framework implies that whatever load you carry</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ul>\r\nwill not be equally distributed leading to your feeling stressed after carrying the pack for some distance\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with a distinct pouch for storing a water bladder</li>\r\n 	<li>The interior of the pack doesn’t have a single pouch which could’ve helped in packing some items at the last minute</li>\r\n 	<li>You might to struggle to close it firmly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10. Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men</h3>\r\nThe Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack from Coreal is a supremely versatile pack that can be used by hikers, trekkers, and campers of both the sexes. This bag is resourceful owing to the nylon material from which the same has been sewn that renders the product highly resistant to tears and water. It has a capacity of 35L which is spacious enough to pack in your hammock, bath towels, magazines, hiking tools, camping gears, and an assortment of other essentials.<a href=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-45 alignleft\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/coreal-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe pack is superlight when empty weighing just 0.77 lbs and in its most compact state, it can be easily tucked away inside a small pouch or handbag. Later on, you can unfold it and open up to its original size when you need to pack in more items. The versatility of the backpack implies that you can use it for your backpacking trip, business trip, family vacation, college campus study, and so on and so forth.\r\n\r\nThe chief compartment has a fabric separator which allows you to put in a lot of goods and that too in an organized way. This compartment gets an extra layer of safety due to the pouch which has openings for taking in extra items. An adjustable strap lets you tighten the slack around the compartment for securing it thoroughly.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Created out of heavy-duty nylon</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistant to wear &amp; tear as well as water</li>\r\n 	<li>Chief chamber has a divider or separator</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks</li>\r\n 	<li>Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouches on either side of the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been created out of heavy-duty nylon that enhances the longevity of the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The properties of the fabric also make the backpack resistant to wear-and tear as well as resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>The chief chamber has a divider or separator that helps in neatly packing all your essentials</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks permit firm securing of the compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>There is a Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>There are pouches on either side of the pack with covers for holding large water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Packing in too much weight might put a heavy strain on the shoulder strap causing them to roll up to the extent that you may feel hurt; shoulder straps could’ve done with some padding</li>\r\n 	<li>Absence of a strap near the waist might make you feel uncomfortable when you’re climbing up or coming down; the lower end of the backpack would heave during a long hike or trek</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack doesn’t come with an internal framework support system which could’ve helped in equal load distribution</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nSo, there you’ve it, 10 best camping &amp; hiking backpacks. Each and every backpack reviewed in this article qualifies to be a standard camping &amp; hiking backpack as the product fulfills the criterions or parameters for being labeled as such. Almost all the reviewed products have been stitched out of reinforced nylon or polyester material, have a capacity ranging from 35L-65L, contain sufficient pouches or pockets for packing a range of supplies, and are equipped with padded straps.\r\n\r\nIf you want to opt for a quality backpack yet don’t want to splurge you can pick and choose from G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack, Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack or SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive. And if you’re looking something more exclusive, you can choose from the brands of Mountaintop, Coreal or Teton Sports.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Camping and Hiking Backpacks of 2017 – Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','10-revision-v1','','','2017-03-14 07:57:22','2017-03-14 07:57:22','',10,'http://bestofgears.com/10-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(282,1,'2017-03-14 08:01:53','2017-03-14 08:01:53','[su_note]We reviewed 10 best camping and hiking backpacks of 2017[/su_note]\r\n\r\nIf your passion for exploring the outdoors often sees you leaving for extended hiking and/or camping trips either with your friends or solo, then the backpack is one gear that you’d find indispensable. Whatever backpack you carry, you should ensure that the paraphernalia should be able to withstand the rough and tumble backcountry trekking regardless of whether the trip lasts for a couple of days or for an entire week. At the same time, the backpack should let you carry the essentials including but not limited to dry food items, water, clothing, first-aid kit, sunscreen lotions, binoculars, fire starters, sleeping bags, and other supplies without bogging you down.\r\n\r\nYou should keep one aspect in mind before you can start looking for a good quality backpack irrespective of whether it’d be your first pack or an addition to your rucksack collection. And that is, this backpack (which will come in handy both for hiking &amp; camping) will surely be distinct from the ordinary rucksacks used by daytime backpackers.\r\n\r\n[table id=1 /]\r\n<h2>Guide To Select The Best Camping and Hiking Backpacks for Your Camping/Hiking Requirements</h2>\r\nWhatever camping &amp; hiking backpack you choose, it should at least be able to fulfill some quality parameters. For instance, the pack should be spacious allowing you to comfortably pack all your necessary items; the material (from which the bag has been stitched) should be robust enough to withstand everyday wear and tear; it should be water resistant (perfectly waterproof bags might be hard to find); should be ergonomically designed so that you don’t find it backbreaking to carry the same for long periods, and can be cleaned easily.\r\n\r\nSince the market for backpacks is replete with products where each one claims to be the best amongst the lot, picking the one that’ll suit your needs and preferences can be a harrowing task. This review on the best camping &amp; hiking backpacks analyses 10 topnotch products on the basis of some standardized quality yardsticks to make your search process somewhat easier.\r\n<h3>Standard Features of Quality Camping &amp; Hiking Backpacks</h3>\r\n<h4>Volume or size dependent upon the trek or hike duration</h4>\r\nThe very first thing that you’d need to decide on is the volume or capacity of the pack that’d be apt for you. And the size that’d be appropriate for you will largely depend upon the duration of your backpacking trips-the longer the time you expend on the trek, the larger the pack you’d require. The capacity of a bag is determined by the quantity or volume it can hold which is generally denoted in liters.\r\n\r\nAll backpacks reviewed in this article have a volume ranging from 55-75 liters and that is the range most backpackers who regularly leave for weeklong trips or hikes of longer duration will opt for. Additionally, if you’re scheduling a trip during the winter, you’ll need to consider packing extra pieces of warm clothing as well as warm sleeping bag. Though much would depend upon experiences, (which vary from individual to individual), weather considerations, and comfort level, you’ll always have some additional space in a backpack of 55-75 liters for a short-trip.\r\n<h4>Choosing the size in terms of the length of your torso</h4>\r\nAfter you’re done selecting the right volume of a camping &amp; hiking backpack, the aspect that you’ll need to consider next is the size that’d be apt for you. Towards this end, you’ll have to pick and choose a bag that’d be in conformity with your torso length because it is this portion of the body that’ll be bearing the load of the backpack. Ask your friend to measure out the length of your torso using a tape-your torso starts from the nape (where you first feel the bump) and extends up to the hip. Your choice will be determined by the following standardised measures:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Tall/Large:-20” and above</li>\r\n 	<li>Medium/Regular:-18” to 19”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Small:-16” to 17”1/2</li>\r\n 	<li>Extra Small:-up to 15”1/2</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h4>Weight of backpack</h4>\r\nThe weightiness of the backpack is one facet that you should take quite seriously and for good reasons. Bear in mind that the inherent properties of the material of the backpack can affect the weight. Opt for a backpack that is stitched out of a reinforced fabric like rip-resistant nylon or HDPE. 55-75 liters backpacks (the capacity normally used by hardcore backpackers weigh in the region of 3lbs to 5lbs.\r\n<h4>Differences between a normal backpack and camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nNormally speaking, all backpacks are created keeping the needs and preferences of the backpackers in mind. Towards that end, there are two broad categories of backpackers-those who backpack for a short trip lasting for a day or two and those who focus on venturing out on a trail that lasts for nothing less than a week and requires them to take frequent camping breaks to reenergize themselves for the next day. A normal daypack or rucksack is standard for those who’ve started out with backpacking for short, impromptu hikes or treks.\r\n\r\nHikers or trekkers intending to pick up and hone their skills by beginning with day-long trips should be easily able to manage with small-sized lightweight backpacks. This is so because they’ll not need to carry too much paraphernalia including sleeping pad, rain fly or bug net. There’ll be occasions when they’ll have to seriously consider packing a larger backpack particularly if they leave for hikes on routes that aren’t very popular with backpackers.\r\n\r\nThese routes are unlikely to have numerous refill spots or resting places necessitating them to carry extra food items and navigation equipment. They might also want to carry more clothes or a hammock for relaxing if they wish to explore Nature a little more deeply or spend an extra night camping in the open. As for the seasoned backpackers, they should focus on selecting a rucksack that can cater to their weeklong (or a few day more) hiking &amp; camping needs.\r\n\r\nIn other words, the product should be made out of a material that is hardy and breathable at the same time. Then again, the material should be water-resistant and weatherproof enabling the contents to stay protected during the course of the trail. It should be designed in such a way that it is able to withstand the load without putting too much strain on your back. A camping &amp; hiking backpack will have more large compartments and side pouches or pockets. A quality backpack for extended trials comes with a collapsible or detachable framework that allows the gear to be transformed into a rucksack during daytime and into a sleeping pad with headrest at nighttime.\r\n<h4>What to look for while buying a camping &amp; hiking backpack</h4>\r\nWhether you’re a budding backpacker inching your way upwards on the learning curve by concentrating more on short hikes or a weather-beaten adventurer, a backpack is one gear that you’ll always need. Backpacks have evolved considerably over the years with the current line of products being more lightweight, equipped with innovative suspension system, and easier to maintain in the long-run. Instead of blinding foraging for the perfect backpack that might be a puzzling and harrowing process (leading to your choosing the inappropriate product), always ask yourself the following questions:-\r\n<h4>What capacity and size would be apt for you?</h4>\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li>What weight would be suitable for you (both in empty and packed condition?)</li>\r\n 	<li>How much can you afford to spend?</li>\r\n</ol>\r\nAs for the capacity or size specific, the pack that’d be apt would obviously depend upon the duration of the trip, and the different supplies that you’ll be packing. For a trail ending up on a mountain peak or deep inside a forest that’ll take at least a week or two to complete, going for a 65 liter pack is recommended. A 65-70 liter pack would come in handy for packing in extra gear, water, and food that you’ll need if you’ve to extend your trip by a day or two.\r\n\r\nYou’ll obviously want to buy a pack that weighs minimal when in an unpacked state. Generally, backpacks stitched out of HPDE (high density polyethylene) or tear-resistant nylon happens to be lightweight and long-lasting. A 65-70 liter pack shouldn’t weigh more than 5-6 lbs at the most. Alternatively, such a backpack can tolerate loads up to a maximum of 60-65 lbs (when packed to capacity).\r\n\r\nFinally, it is the cost of the pack that eventually matters the most because more often than not, a product which more or less fulfills almost all your backpacking needs and preferences, might be beyond your means. However, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to know that there are quite a few quality camping &amp; hiking backpack brands that are available for approximately $200. Naturally, the price of the product is largely dependent on factors including durability, size, and the purposes it serves.\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">1. Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack from Ibagbar</h3>\r\nThe Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Bar Camping Bag Rucksack by Ibagbar has been painstakingly designed for use by hikers of both the sexes. Though the backpack costs less than $40, it doesn’t at all compromise on the quality front. The pack has been stitched out of a blend of the best grade of polyurethane leather and cotton canvas as well as is equipped with sturdy and flexible strap supports.<a href=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-48 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ibagbar_canvas-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"ibagbar Canvas Backpack Travel Bag Hiking Bag Camping Bag Rucksack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe straps can be loosened or tightened according to your towing or lugging convenience. There are zippered pockets or pouches where you can securely keep your wallet, smartphone, tab, and writing materials. This canvas backpack is an extremely versatile rucksack in that it doubles up as a briefcase, handbag, and a duffel bag catering to your travelling needs.\r\n\r\nThe straps fitted onto the pack can be maneuvered according to your requirement thus converting the same into a shoulder bag, sports kit bag, messenger bag or satchel. This pack is spacious enough to hold almost all your backpacking supplies as well as items that you’d generally carry to your workplace including a laptop or notepad. The materials used for making the bag have the capacity of withstanding stress resulting from the load as well are breathable keeping the stuff inside odor-free. All in all, this canvas backpack travel bag is ideal for hiking, camping, traveling, and taking to office or high school.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>One big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use</li>\r\n 	<li>Pack has several straps or belts enabling you to customize &amp; adjust accordingly</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are extremely hard-wearing</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>A very hardy backpack sewn out of PU leather (10%) and cotton canvas (90%)</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one big compartment and several zippered pouches or pockets for packing a range of items starting from laptop to hiking gears</li>\r\n 	<li>Suitable for multifarious use for instance as a shoulder bag, handbag, satchel, suitcase, and briefcase</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack has several straps or belts enabling you to not only customize the product according to your need/preference but also adjust it accordingly so that you feel comfortable in carrying it</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are extremely hard-wearing rendering them suitable for long-term and heavy use</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The faux PU leather section on the frontispiece robs the bag of its overall appeal to a certain extent</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag could have done better with a protective layer at the base (the PU material could’ve been used at the bottom for safeguarding the pack from the elements)</li>\r\n 	<li>The flap atop the zipper of the main compartment comes in the way of unzipping quickly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/aMzxOAV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"&quot;product-title\">2. SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive</h3>\r\nThe SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900 is a hugely versatile rucksack that lets you pack up all your essentials for a hiking or camping trip and still leaves room for packing some extra items. This backpack has been created from toughened 1200D polyester material that lends an extraordinary hardiness to <a href=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-52 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/swiss-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>the bag allowing you to use the same for years on end. The chief compartment is large and spacious enough to hold a 17-inch laptop and the large zippers have a rugged construction letting you use the same heavily.\r\n\r\nThe back panel is heavily padded making it act like a buffer cushioning your back from the load that you carry. There are compression straps on sides letting you adjust these according to your level of comfortableness and ease of carrying. The backpack also comes equipped with a protective TabletSafe pouch, an accordion-style pocket for holding dossiers, an organizer chamber, several interior pockets, side pockets for packing accessories, pouches for keeping water bottles, and so on.\r\n\r\nThere’s a cushioned pocket especially designed for encasing a media player with port for headphone cords and also has a carabineer for fitting extra gear. The shoulder straps are layered with reflective material that makes the outlines of the pack visible in darkness or at nighttime.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back</li>\r\n 	<li>Enough pockets and pouches</li>\r\n 	<li>Carry handle &amp; shoulder straps are thickly padded</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers are heavy-duty</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been made out of extremely durable 1200D ballistic polyester material which imparts to the bag an exceptional hardiness</li>\r\n 	<li>Separate spacing for storing an iPad and laptop back to back that remain firmly in the sections as your bag is scanned by the conveyor at the airport</li>\r\n 	<li>There are enough pockets and pouches that helps in safekeeping different types of items that you’d need for hiking, trekking or travelling overseas</li>\r\n 	<li>The carry handle and shoulder straps are thickly padded thereby cushioning your back from the load</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers are heavy-duty which means that these can tolerate the rough and tumble of long distance travelling or countryside hiking</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack could’ve done with a few more zippered sections for holding miscellaneous items like reading glasses, medications, tumblers, and so on</li>\r\n 	<li>With so many pockets and pouches, managing them all could be a problem</li>\r\n 	<li>TThe pack is more suitable for carrying items required for a business trip or study tour but may not be apt for packing supplies that are essentially needed for a hiking or trekking journey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/1YtI58z\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">3. Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack from Venture Pal is packed to the hilt with a host of stunning features and yet it costs less than $25 making it one of the cheapest backpacks on the market. However, you’d be misleading yourself if you judge the bag on the basis of its low price! For a start, the pack has been fabricated out of high grade of nylon material that is water as well as tear-resistant.<a href=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-54 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/venture-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bottom has a double-layering of material letting you carry extra load for extended hiking trips without straining out the fabric. The two-way SBS metallic zippers can be opened and zipped closed both from the top and bottom ends. The strategic stress sections are reinforced by bar-tacks which eventually increases the lifespan of the backpack. Your shoulders remain stress-free while you lug the packed rucksack as the meshed fabric straps are heavily padded which ultimately takes the strain off of the back and shoulders.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, you can modify the straps’ length as per your comfortableness level. The strap at the chest level comes equipped with a whistle-styled buckle that can be locked tightly into place. This Venture Pal pack with one chief compartment, two side mesh pockets, and two zippered front pockets offers you sufficient space for comfortably packing all your essentials.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Hugely compact as it contracts into a small size</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) &amp; spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, &amp; duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>Has one large chamber &amp; multiple pouches &amp; pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Separators inside the large compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed shoulder straps with extra padding provides cushioning</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This backpack is hugely compact as it contracts into a small size letting you fit it a small space</li>\r\n 	<li>It transforms into a backpack from a pocket in no time letting you pack a range of items easily and quickly</li>\r\n 	<li>It is also extremely lightweight weighing only about 0.7lb (when empty) and spacious (35 liters)</li>\r\n 	<li>It can be used as a shoulder bag, travelling bag, and duffel bag</li>\r\n 	<li>The bag has one large chamber and multiple pouches and pockets including two front, and two side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>There are separators inside the large compartment allowing you to keep all your items in an organized manner</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The material from which the backpack has been stitched is water-resistant but not waterproof which means items are likely to get soaked during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>The zippers might get caught on the flap of the material when you’re in a hurry to close the pockets</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/9Ngr\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3 class=\"product-title\">4. TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included</h3>\r\nThe Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack from Teton Sports is one amazing and extraordinary rucksack as it comes with all the functional features that you’d find in a topnotch backpack. It is one backpack that has been designed and made in a meticulous manner enabling it to withstand everyday wear and tear as well as weather the elements. It is reinforced with robust zippers, heavily padded shoulder and waist straps, pliable aluminum stays, and meshed lumbar support.<a href=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-53 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/teton-1-155x300.jpg\" alt=\"TETON Sports Scout 3400 Internal Frame Backpack; with a New Limited Edition Color; Free Rain Cover Included\" width=\"155\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis backpack from Teton Sports is one pack that comes with a rain fly that you can tuck in safely thereby concealing it from general view and you only take it out when you need to shield your gear from the rain. Besides the compression strings on the front and sides, there are barrel-lock styled drawstrings that help in securing the chief compartment firmly. The pack comes with gear type loops that come in handy for suspending shovel, ice axe or skiing blades.\r\n\r\nThere’s also a carry loop at the top for strapping the pack onto the hood of your car. Meshed pockets on the side and front are perfect for towing water bottles, snacks, and a cushioned pouch built into the large compartment is ideal for maintaining the coolness of a water-bottle.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is water resistant</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front &amp; sides for securing a range of essentials including</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Top quality fabric that withstands heavy wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is water resistant as well</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt organizer for packing knickknacks in an orderly manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Compression straps on the front and sides for securing a range of essentials including but not limited to sleeping pad, tent or hammock</li>\r\n 	<li>Incredibly robust buckles</li>\r\n 	<li>Spacious side pockets for securing assorted supplies like rainwear, sunscreen, bug sprays, and bug nets</li>\r\n 	<li>Gear-styled strings for fastening camping tools and hiking tools</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual aluminum harness for adjusting torso length</li>\r\n 	<li>Thickened meshed pad on the lumbar area facilitates airflow and keeps your back comfortable</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>One of the pouches on the sides is smaller (compared to the other) making it rather difficult for you to store two large bottles</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame bars fitted inside once taken out during a washing process requires quite an effort to be refitted back</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps and attachments near the waist region can get in your way if you don’t keep these buckled in</li>\r\n 	<li>The side pockets midway down the pack cannot be zipped closed firmly once you’ve slotted in large bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/ZjHaT\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5. G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack</h3>\r\nThe Large 40L lightweight water resistant travel backpack/foldable &amp; packable hiking daypack from G4Free is equipped with a host of unbeatable features that you can make the most of during your hiking or trekking expeditions. Available online at a price below $20, this backpack/daypack offers much more than what it’s worth. This G4Free backpack is not only storage and travel-friendly but is remarkably lightweight, compact, roomy, and hardwearing as well.<a href=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-47 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/g4-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe backpack can be expanded up to a size of 22.8 x 13.4 x 7.8 inches letting you pack hammock, journals, medicines, sleeping pad, clothes, and other essentials. In its fully expanded size, the gear has a packing capacity of 40L. On the other hand, you can compress it down to a very compacted size allowing you to put it inside a suitcase or even in your handbag. This pack has been sewn out of tempered nylon material that is rip-resistant as well as water-resistant.\r\n\r\nThe shoulder straps are heavily padded and flexible enabling you to lug the pack across different terrains for long distances without stressing out your back. The meshed fabric of the straps facilitates good circulation of air keeping your shoulders and back from getting strained. The pack has one spacious compartment, 2 pouches for holding sports bottles, 1 Spandex pouch at the front, and 2 pouches at the top (one inside and the other outside). The G4Free backpack is ultra-light weighing 12.7 ounces (when empty).\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything</li>\r\n 	<li>Double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps offer good degree of comfort</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stitched out of the best quality of nylon fabric, the pack is extremely resistant to routine wear and tear</li>\r\n 	<li>The fabric is also resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with barrel-styled locks offer excellent flexibility helping in packing extra items and locking the main chamber more firmly</li>\r\n 	<li>A fabric separator within the chief compartment lets you organize everything that you pack</li>\r\n 	<li>A double layering of fabric at the base makes the pack extra hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>A Spandex pouch at the front allows you to put in large items and also access the same easily</li>\r\n 	<li>Thick cushioning of the shoulder straps provide a good degree of comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Chest clips helps in firmly securing the rucksack to your back thereby offering complete piece of mind while lugging the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack doesn’t have a sound suspension system which means load is not dispersed or distributed evenly that may eventually cause stress when towing the pack for long</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack is water resistant but not waterproof</li>\r\n 	<li>Packing the bag to the brim will make it difficult for you to carry it especially on mountainous or jagged trails</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/yBAIqvl\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6. Mountaintop 70L +10L Outdoor Sport Water-Resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Trekking Bag with Rain cover YKK Buckle for Climbing Camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III</h3>\r\nDesigned keeping in mind the hardcore hiker or adventurer, the hiking backpack trekking bag from Mountaintop is immensely huge with a 70L capacity and offering another 10L of additional packing space. The backpack has been embroidered out of topnotch polyester fabric that is rip-resistant and water-resistant. The texture of the polyester material is such that rainwater droplets accumulating on the surface drain away in due course of time.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-49 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/mountaintop-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Mountaintop 70L+10L Outdoor Sport Water-resistant Internal Frame Backpack Hiking Backpack Backpacking Trekking Bag with Rain Cover YKK buckle for Climbing camping Travel and Mountaineering 5805III\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThis versatile backpack from Mountaintop comes with a host of attachment points including bottom straps, key rings, soft fastening loops, bottom loops, compression straps, and D-styled hooks. These attachment points come in handy for strapping tents, trekking poles, sleeping pads, hiking gear, and other essentials. The internal framework structure has been innovatively designed facilitating in the even distribution of weight throughout the body as considerable proportion of the total heft is borne by the pelvis and the lower limbs.\r\n\r\nThe pack can be adjusted at 8 distinct modifiable sizes in accordance with your physique and height. The shoulder straps and the back panel are both meshed and thickly cushioned thereby providing a good degree of comfort to your back as well as promoting circulation of air. Chest straps outfitted with whistle-type buckles allow for upward or downward adjustment of pack. This Mountain backpack is supremely suitable for extended backpacking, hiking, and camping expeditions.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L)</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack &amp; shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy &amp; advanced internal framework</li>\r\n 	<li>Host of attachment or strapping points</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack with a stupendous capacity of 70L (with an additional 10L) allows you to pack almost every kind of gear you may need for your outdoor trips</li>\r\n 	<li>Extremely hardwearing polyester fabric prolongs the lifetime of the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Roomy main compartment with secondary chamber, bladder compartment with pouch for storing water bottle, compartment with divider (for sleeping bag), and a host of pockets/pouches permits packing in an organized manner</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover for enveloping the entire pack and shielding it during a downpour</li>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy and advanced internal framework for even weight distribution</li>\r\n 	<li>A host of attachment or strapping points for securing a range of tools</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Could have done with a few more reflectors which would’ve been a great for early morning hikers</li>\r\n 	<li>The lid or cover on the top may not close to your satisfaction after you’re done packing all your stuff</li>\r\n 	<li>The attachment points are stitched too close which makes the lid almost always in the direction of the back panel leaving a gap which could pave the way for rainwater to seep inside</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FwFyB\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7. Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack</h3>\r\nThe Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack by Exos is surely one of the most versatile packs that diehard backpackers will find a great use for. It has a capacity or volume of 34L completed with five compartments that can be zippered open and closed with amazing ease. At the same time, the total space of the compartments furnish you sufficient room for packing in sleeping bag, mosquito net, camping tools, hammock, and a host of other items.<a href=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-46 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/exos-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Exos Bravo Tactical Assault Backpack Rucksack. Great as a Bug Out Bag, Daypack, or Go Bag; for Hiking, or Camping. Molle equipped &amp; hydration pack ready\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAfter you’re done packing, there’d still be space left for stuffing in additional gear. The compartments allow for not only securing both large and small items but also arrange these in an orderly manner. The farthest compartment at the backside is ideal for putting in a bottle and there’s a customized slit that lets you suck in the beverage or water directly from the receptacle.\r\n\r\nThis compartment also comes in perfectly handy for lugging along a 15-inch laptop. The material that has gone into for creating the exterior casing is 600D polyester that is insanely heavy-duty and resilient which ultimately prolongs the shelf life of the pack. The strap connection sections and seams are reinforced with an extra layer of the fabric which capacitates the bag to tolerate extra baggage. Suspension straps complete with zip ties, and cords accord a heightened level of security preventing the pack from getting ransacked.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments</li>\r\n 	<li>Rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>Outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester making it incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>Shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Military-styled MOLLE PALS webbed stitching facilitates in packing a lot of items without compromising on orderliness</li>\r\n 	<li>Five distinct zippered compartments enables you to conveniently pack and carry more items than you actually need for any short-term or long-term hiking trip</li>\r\n 	<li>The rearmost compartment with an opening for tube is ideal for putting in a water bottle as well as for drawing out the liquid without having to take out the bottle</li>\r\n 	<li>The outer shell has been sewn out from 600D polyester that makes the pack incredibly heavy-duty</li>\r\n 	<li>The shoulder straps have a ventilated mesh with heavy padding that promotes air circulation and keeps your back free from stress</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The straps are stitched at the ends that might lead to the clasps slipping out or unclasping</li>\r\n 	<li>The addition of a loop would’ve gone a long way in holding the bladder firmly in position</li>\r\n 	<li>Owing to the positioning of the Velcro straps on the sides, tautening the straps in order to make the pack more compact, the straps lie flat</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/FZEFGp\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8. Hiking Backpack Waterproof Backpacking Outdoor Sport Daypack with Rain Cover for Climbing Mountaineering Camping Fishing Travel Cycling Skiing from ONEPACK</h3>\r\nThe backpack from ONEPACK comes loaded with a string of useful features that makes it suitable for taking along on your hiking, trekking, fishing, mountaineering, skiing, and camping expeditions. It has an inbuilt capacity of 45L with an additional storage space of 5L which means you can pack sundry items including sleeping mat, water bottles, shoes, clothes, hiking, camping and fishing gear, and much more. The reinforced polyester material from which the pack has been sewn out is extremely hardy lending the product an extraordinary hardiness.<a href=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-51 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/onepack-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nAt the front is a large zippered pocket or chamber that can take in large items like a sleeping bag or hammock. Besides that, there are multiple side pockets and pouches with zipper function that come to your aid when you need to pack in miscellaneous essentials both big and small. Sportsmen will find the pack very handy as the cap-styled design of the interior helps in packing sport goods. The cap-topped buckles with elastic pothook impart a high degree of security to everything that goes inside the bag.\r\n\r\nA rain cover is provided with the backpack that allows you to drape the entire bag during a heavy shower. A storage pouch at the bottom lets you stow away the cover when not in use. Sternum and waist straps can be adjusted according to your convenience and these straps are padded offering you cushioning while you carry the pack.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Made of superior quality of polyester material</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, &amp; meshed back panel</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, &amp; camping necessities</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The backpack is made of superior quality of polyester material which imparts to it a reasonably high degree of toughness and resilience</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a pouch for water bladder with attachments for positioning water tubes or pipes</li>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary ‘airstripes back system’ for the waist strap, shoulders straps, and meshed back panel promotes all-encompassing ventilation</li>\r\n 	<li>Sufficient attachment points for carrying sleeping pads, hiking and camping gear</li>\r\n 	<li>Rain cover supplied with the package and pouch for storing the same built into the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>Main storage pocket is apt for packing sports, travel, trek, and camping necessities</li>\r\n 	<li>Meshed pockets on the sides are good for storing umbrellas and water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with an internal frame support which would’ve helped in distributing the load throughout the body</li>\r\n 	<li>Buckles at the waist and chest are not as robust as claimed</li>\r\n 	<li>The rain cover may not be able to prevent equipment or items from getting soaked or dampened during a downpour</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/AZjA\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9. 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags from ArcEnCiel (Rain cover included)</h3>\r\nThe 70-85L backpack from ArcEnCiel is a highly resourceful bag as it serves the purpose when you need to pack up the essentials for different types of expeditions ranging from a military mission to an arduous mountaineering trek. With a capacity ranging from 70L to 85L, the backpack or outdoor pack permits you miscellaneous items in varying sizes and yet leaves you with adequate room to pack in more supplies. The pack has made out of industrial-grade nylon that is scratch resistant and doesn’t easily lose its texture even after you’ve used the product for years on end.<a href=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"><img class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-33\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arcenciel-9-e1489343193777.jpg\" alt=\"ArcEnCiel 70-85L Adjustable Capacity Outdoor Sports Bag Military Tactical Large Waterproof Molle Backpack Hiking Camping Trekking Gym Bags -Rain Cover Included\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe bag can be opened up to its full capacity of 80L simply by unzipping the dual-layered zippers on either side. Once you’ve fully laid bare the inside of the bag, you can go about packing everything on your list. The arrangement of the main chamber and the several pouches facilitate in packing the items in an orderly fashion. The front of the pack has a structure that makes it suitable for strapping Velcro tapes or patches.\r\n\r\nApart from the smooth zippers, there are drawstrings with capped barrels that help in securing the compartment firmly thus offering full protection to the contents inside.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military)</li>\r\n 	<li>Back panel, shoulder &amp; chest straps are heavily cushioned</li>\r\n 	<li>Straps on the shoulder &amp;chest can be adjusted</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening</li>\r\n 	<li>Huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Durable grade of nylon (the same variety used for making packing gears for the military) has been used for creating the backpack which accords toughness to the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The back panel, shoulder and chest straps are heavily cushioned that takes the strain off of your torso and back while lugging the pack</li>\r\n 	<li>The straps on the shoulder and chest can be adjusted allowing for carrying comfort</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstrings with capped ends helps in easily closing or opening the compartment as well as securing the same perfectly</li>\r\n 	<li>The huge capacity is convenient for packing a range of items without making the interior stuffy</li>\r\n 	<li>Zippers on both the sides come to your aid when you need to open up the pack to the full extent</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The absence of a supporting framework implies that whatever load you carry</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</ul>\r\nwill not be equally distributed leading to your feeling stressed after carrying the pack for some distance\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with a distinct pouch for storing a water bladder</li>\r\n 	<li>The interior of the pack doesn’t have a single pouch which could’ve helped in packing some items at the last minute</li>\r\n 	<li>You might to struggle to close it firmly</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/oqMQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10. Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men</h3>\r\nThe Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack from Coreal is a supremely versatile pack that can be used by hikers, trekkers, and campers of both the sexes. This bag is resourceful owing to the nylon material from which the same has been sewn that renders the product highly resistant to tears and water. It has a capacity of 35L which is spacious enough to pack in your hammock, bath towels, magazines, hiking tools, camping gears, and an assortment of other essentials.<a href=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-45 alignleft\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/coreal-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Coreal Hiking Foldable Backpack Packable Lightweight Daypack 35L Women and Men\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe pack is superlight when empty weighing just 0.77 lbs and in its most compact state, it can be easily tucked away inside a small pouch or handbag. Later on, you can unfold it and open up to its original size when you need to pack in more items. The versatility of the backpack implies that you can use it for your backpacking trip, business trip, family vacation, college campus study, and so on and so forth.\r\n\r\nThe chief compartment has a fabric separator which allows you to put in a lot of goods and that too in an organized way. This compartment gets an extra layer of safety due to the pouch which has openings for taking in extra items. An adjustable strap lets you tighten the slack around the compartment for securing it thoroughly.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Created out of heavy-duty nylon</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistant to wear &amp; tear as well as water</li>\r\n 	<li>Chief chamber has a divider or separator</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks</li>\r\n 	<li>Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>Pouches on either side of the pack</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The pack has been created out of heavy-duty nylon that enhances the longevity of the product</li>\r\n 	<li>The properties of the fabric also make the backpack resistant to wear-and tear as well as resistant to water</li>\r\n 	<li>The chief chamber has a divider or separator that helps in neatly packing all your essentials</li>\r\n 	<li>Drawstring strap at the top with barrel-type locks permit firm securing of the compartment</li>\r\n 	<li>There is a Spandex at the front offering you fast access to large items</li>\r\n 	<li>There are pouches on either side of the pack with covers for holding large water bottles</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Packing in too much weight might put a heavy strain on the shoulder strap causing them to roll up to the extent that you may feel hurt; shoulder straps could’ve done with some padding</li>\r\n 	<li>Absence of a strap near the waist might make you feel uncomfortable when you’re climbing up or coming down; the lower end of the backpack would heave during a long hike or trek</li>\r\n 	<li>The pack doesn’t come with an internal framework support system which could’ve helped in equal load distribution</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/7B2Ce\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nSo, there you’ve it, 10 best camping &amp; hiking backpacks. Each and every backpack reviewed in this article qualifies to be a standard camping &amp; hiking backpack as the product fulfills the criterions or parameters for being labeled as such. Almost all the reviewed products have been stitched out of reinforced nylon or polyester material, have a capacity ranging from 35L-65L, contain sufficient pouches or pockets for packing a range of supplies, and are equipped with padded straps.\r\n\r\nIf you want to opt for a quality backpack yet don’t want to splurge you can pick and choose from G4Free Large 40L Lightweight Water Resistant Travel Backpack/Foldable &amp;Packable Hiking Daypack, Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack or SwissGear Travel Gear ScanSmart Backpack 1900- eBags Exclusive. And if you’re looking something more exclusive, you can choose from the brands of Mountaintop, Coreal or Teton Sports.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Camping and Hiking Backpacks of 2017 – Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','10-revision-v1','','','2017-03-14 08:01:53','2017-03-14 08:01:53','',10,'http://bestofgears.com/10-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(283,1,'2017-03-14 08:20:44','2017-03-14 08:20:44','','Best Home Security Cameras of 2017','','inherit','open','closed','','camera-header','','','2017-03-14 08:21:11','2017-03-14 08:21:11','',203,'http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/camera-header.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(284,1,'2017-03-14 08:23:21','2017-03-14 08:23:21','The technological realm related to/with smart home is changing very rapidly, especially with reference to security. So that we reviewed Best Home Security Cameras of 2017 for your security and surveillance systems.\r\n\r\nIt is now possible to keep an eye on your home or office or any indoor or outdoor space around the clock regardless of whether you’re present on the premises or situated thousands of miles away. You can fully access each and every nook and cranny in your house, switch on/off the lights, and secure the main entrance lock using a secret code.\r\n\r\nInstalling a surveillance camera is still the most practical as well as a sophisticated way of keeping constant watch over your house particularly when you’re located far away. An at home security camera is indisputably the most invaluable to safeguard your expensive assets and possessions on one hand and offer a ring of safety around your family on the other. If you’re constantly worried about intruders breaking into your residence or perpetually fear about the safety of your near and dear ones, then setting up an outdoor security and/or indoor security camera system will surely give you peace of mind.\r\n\r\nThe sole aim of this article is to meticulously review the top-notch indoor security cameras based on some standard quality parameters as well as on their specific features or functionalities. Going through the reviews will surely go a long way in helping you to distinguish one apparatus from the other thereby letting you pick the one apt for your home security.\r\n\r\n[table id=6 /]\r\n<h2>Tips &amp; Features to Select Best Home Security Camera</h2>\r\nOf all the advantages of having a smart house, being able to see what happens inside the home as long as you’re out or away is, without a doubt, the most practicable. The indoor security camera allows you to keep a hawk’s eye on your valuables, kids, pets, and everything else that matters to you. All modern-day surveillance cameras, despite being different from each other in terms of capacities and features, allow you to continuously capture live images of any interior space or room and archive these for viewing later on.\r\n\r\nThere are security cameras that can detect even the slightest of movements or tiptoe, some can replace a nanny you’ve employed for watching over your little one, and so on. However, if you’re looking for a device that’s not only convenient to install but also lets you keep a tab from anywhere via an app on your smartphone or the web browser, then you’ll be able to pick from the ones reviewed here.\r\n<h3>Reasons for Installing a Home Security Indoor Camera</h3>\r\nThough many may decry the installation of a spy camera or a CCTV camera, there are individuals who regard these surveillance gadgets as the last resort to keep intruders or burglars at bay. No matter which side of the debate you’re on, there are compelling reasons to mount Wi-Fi camera monitor at strategic points in your residence.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Safeguard your family and home from burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Secure the home and inmates against fires</li>\r\n 	<li>Keep tabs on children when they’ve to stay alone for the entire period their parents or guardians are not present</li>\r\n 	<li>Monitor a second home or vacation property when the proprietors are not around to keep an eye out in person</li>\r\n 	<li>Supervise the entire workplace including the office, factory, and warehouse in order to thwart theft as well as maintain productivity</li>\r\n 	<li>Help observe the elderly and infirm family members and monitor their activities</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps nab criminals and housebreakers and deter crimes</li>\r\n 	<li>Plays a key role in safeguarding priceless valuables, jewelry, sentimental inheritances, expensive buys, and memorabilia</li>\r\n 	<li>An additional trustworthy layer of security that secures domestic or commercial premises against carbon monoxide poisoning, natural disasters including floods and hurricanes, and sudden or unexpected fire outbreaks</li>\r\n 	<li>Facilitates homeowners on saving a considerable amount of money while buying homeowners’ coverage which is mandatory (you’re eligible to get a moderate to handsome rebate on homeowners’ insurance policy depending upon the type and/or capabilities of the home security camera for indoor system)</li>\r\n 	<li>Help protect pets and defend less frequented spaces like the garage, basement or attic from strangers or outsiders</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Basic Features of a Standard Indoor Home Security Camera</h3>\r\nWhatever indoor security camera you finally opt for, the same must possess the following standardized or basic features:-\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Audio/Video:</strong> The quality of video recorded and displayed is what matters the most in any wireless indoor security camera. The home security camera should be able to record images of high resolution (1080p is the accepted standard) at any time of the day or night. The gadget should be equipped with digital zoom which enlarges everything it records letting you take a closer look.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Lenses:</strong> Also, the camera comes with high-quality lenses allowing it to cover a larger or wider area. Any standard security camera for indoors comes with a built-in microphone and speaker.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Placement/Installation:</strong> If you want a wireless IP camera exclusively for observing what’s going on inside the rooms, then you’d be spoilt for choice. But if you wish to put your garage, backyard, front porch, and the driveway under surveillance, then you’d have to settle for a device that can be set up outdoors. Obviously, then the device has to be not only waterproof but can also weather the elements.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Comprehensive Connectivity:</strong> A high-end security camera usually happens to be Wi-Fi compliant but most are Bluetooth compatible thus facilitating easy and fast linking with your tab, smartphone or laptop. However, a good proportion of the modern-day wireless camera systems are integrated around mobile apps permitting you to thoroughly control the mechanism via those apps.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Cloud or Local Storage of Footages:</strong> A great majority of home security camera for indoors lets you backup the footages or recordings in a micro-SD card and most of the models also offer the option of cloud storage. You may not have to pay any subscription fees for accessing footage using a microSD or SD card but might be required to purchase fresh memory cards time and again. Alternatively, you can store more data (recordings that is) in the cloud but you may have to pay a subscription periodically for using the services.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Price Point:</strong> A greater proportion of the home security cameras reviewed in this article have a price tag within the $200 range though cameras that are suitable for using outdoor with PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) options might be priced somewhat higher.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Smart Home Apps Compatibility:</strong> There are wireless home security camera brands that can be linked or connected with other digital home security or home automation (smart home) systems including but not limited to plant sensors, smart locks, and thermostats. Obviously, such advanced camera monitors cost more than the conventional ones.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Warranty:</strong> Most of the indoor security cameras reviewed in this blog carry at least a one-year warranty.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h3>Areas Where You Can Install Indoor Security Cameras</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Entrances at the front and back of homes</li>\r\n 	<li>Ground floor/1st floor windows</li>\r\n 	<li>Hallways and aisles leading to bedrooms, study room and living room</li>\r\n 	<li>Garage</li>\r\n 	<li>Basement or cellar</li>\r\n 	<li>Front yard/Backyard</li>\r\n 	<li>Bedroom</li>\r\n 	<li>Office reception, cubicles, boardroom, and other important areas</li>\r\n 	<li>Gyms</li>\r\n 	<li>Clubs</li>\r\n 	<li>Schools, colleges, and universities</li>\r\n 	<li>Stores and outlets in shopping malls</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nThe above is of course not an exhaustive listing as there are numerous other areas where wireless IP cameras can be installed.\r\n<h3>1.Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera</h3>\r\nYou can keep a constant vigil over your home, thanks to 24 x 7 live streaming by Indoor Security Camera from Nest Cam. The Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera has been meticulously designed keeping the futuristic smart home in mind. This indoor security camera comes with a resourceful magnetic stand as well as wall-mount plate allowing you to install the same conveniently in different areas of your house.<a href=\"http://geni.us/y9xbNmc\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-231 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nest-1-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe home security camera with app (Nest Aware is compatible for setting up with a range of digital devices including your smartphone, tab, and laptop. With a 1080p HD video resolution, the Nest Cam easily lets you make out objects and individuals even in low or dim light conditions. The device also offers wide viewing angle (130°) enabling you to clearly see the interiors of any space or room, depending on the manner you mount it.\r\n\r\nThe digital zoom feature facilitates 8 x magnification of any image or illustration. Two-way audio permits you to listen or speak through your smartphone and the motion detection functionality alerts you of any movement within the viewing range. It is also equipped with location detection that lets the Nest Aware mobile app exploit the phone’s GPS for activating specific features.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continuous live streaming</li>\r\n 	<li>Get alerts through the mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio permits you to speak up or listen in</li>\r\n 	<li>Cloud backup lets you store near unlimited footages</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video resolution of 1080</li>\r\n 	<li>Wide-angled views</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic stand and wall-mounting plate</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Continuous live streaming allows you to check several days of recording at a fast pace</li>\r\n 	<li>Round the clock video recording courtesy Nest Aware so that you don’t miss out on anything</li>\r\n 	<li>Get alerts through the mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio permits you to speak up or listen in</li>\r\n 	<li>Cloud backup lets you store near unlimited footages that you can access at your convenience</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video resolution of 1080 allows you to see crystal clear images even when it’s dark</li>\r\n 	<li>Wide-angled views</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic stand and wall-mounting plate makes it possible to set up the gadget anywhere you wish to</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Not all broadband networks, tablets, and smartphones are compatible with the 1080p resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>For recording video on a non-stop basis, you’ll have to subscribe to Nest Aware paid services which means you won’t be able to take advantage of cloud storage without paying</li>\r\n 	<li>The infrared LEDs are too bright that puts too much glare on objects proximal to the camera making it difficult to distinguish and/or differentiate objects within a distance of 15 feet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" target=\"blank\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/y9xbNmc\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>2.YI Dome Camera 1080 HD PTZ Wireless IP Security Surveillance System Night Vision</h3>\r\nThe YI Dome Camera 1080 HD Pan-Tilt-Zoom Wireless IP Security Surveillance System with Night Vision is the perfect home security camera for indoor that lets you keep a constant watch over your home. The wide-angled lens (112°) facilitates 115° rotation vertically and 345° rotation horizontally thereby offering 360° coverage of the area or space under surveillance. Night vision feature allows crystal clear view of everything up to a maximum distance of 3 meters.<a href=\"http://geni.us/NVBnQQ\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-234 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/yi-dome-2-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"YI Dome Camera 1080 HD PTZ Wireless IP Security Surveillance System Night Vision \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe YI Dome Camera has a receptive, state-of-the-speaker reinforced with an inbuilt noise filter which enables crisp and clear 2-way communication as well as video chats. Motion tracking/ detection functionality makes sure you don’t miss out on the most surreptitious of tiptoeing or movements. Each and every nook and cranny in your living space is scanned, thanks to the Auto Cruise functionality.\r\n\r\nThe dome captures images and records footages in HD mode allowing you to review the captured videos in 1080p resolution. The advanced optical lens masks itself when not in use thereby permitting only discretionary recordings. Bookmark up to 8 locations of your choosing with your preferred viewing range. Intercom and hands-free mode enable one-way and two-way interactions respectively.\r\n\r\nThis wireless home security camera can be panned, zoomed in and tilted as per your convenience by exploiting the gyroscope as well as the phone app features thereby making it possible to capture everything from different angles.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>112° wide-angled lens allows 360° coverage</li>\r\n 	<li>Pan-Tilt-Zoom courtesy mobile app &amp; gyroscope compatibility</li>\r\n 	<li>1080 HD resolution captures 15fps</li>\r\n 	<li>2MP CMOS sensor</li>\r\n 	<li>8 Infrared non-invasive LEDs suitable for monitoring babies</li>\r\n 	<li>Free cloud storage of videos for 7 days in YI</li>\r\n 	<li>Activity alerts in real-time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Motion detection/tracking</li>\r\n 	<li>Local storage via micro-SD cards</li>\r\n 	<li>Supports both Android/iOS devices</li>\r\n 	<li>Wall-mount, ceiling-mount, and vertical-mount</li>\r\n 	<li>Intercom and hands-free audio modes for 2-way communication</li>\r\n 	<li>Activity alerts in real-time</li>\r\n 	<li>Bookmarking up to 8 locations</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision shooting up to a maximum range of 3 meters</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The proprietary app requires you to reveal a lot of personal details including browsing history, apps on your smartphone, and scan your bookmarks which could be nightmarish with respect to privacy</li>\r\n 	<li>The camera app will install and download folders and files with impunity for uploading on YI servers</li>\r\n 	<li>The two-way audio cannot be monitored on the end of the individual you’re communicating with implying that the person can go on hearing even after you’ve switched off</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/NVBnQQ\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>3.Arlo Pro Security System with Siren-3 Rechargeable Wire-free HD Cameras with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision from NETGEAR</h3>\r\nThe Arlo Pro Security System Wire-free HD Cameras is up there with the best of indoor security cameras/outdoor security cameras. Being completely wireless relieves you from the hassle of handling messy wires, cables, and power cords. As the Arlo comes without wires, installing the apparatus is rendered remarkably easy anywhere inside or outside the home without of course compromising on wide-angled monitoring.<a href=\"http://geni.us/HeLDO\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-226 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arlo-3-1-300x170.jpg\" alt=\"Arlo Pro Security System with Siren-3 Rechargeable Wire-free HD Cameras with Audio, Indoor/Outdoor, Night Vision from NETGEAR\" width=\"300\" height=\"170\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe Arlo Pro security camera for your house is totally weatherproof which means the device keeps on performing efficiently even in inclement weather conditions. This means you can mount the camera outside the house near the driveway or in the backyard or any other outdoor spot. The package comes with rechargeable batteries that can be charged quickly thus providing instant backup during an outage or blackout without camera going offline.\r\n\r\nThe inbuilt microphone with speaker facilitate 2-way speaking out and listening in. The 7-day recording in the cloud is free with NETGEAR and this incentive is offered on a recurring basis without your having to pay anything of course. The gadget sounds off a 100+ decibel siren alarm when it detects a housebreaker or intruder.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Totally weatherproof</li>\r\n 	<li>130° wide-angled field of viewoffers 360° coverage</li>\r\n 	<li>All-glass lens with in HD 1080p</li>\r\n 	<li>Nest Aware app alerts you of any suspicious movement</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with inbuilt speaker-and-microphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy installation through direct plug-in on any indoor or outdoor outlet</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Thoroughly wire-free or wireless camera allows 360° home monitoring</li>\r\n 	<li>The advanced optical lens facilitates 130° field of view</li>\r\n 	<li>HD video recording implies the images, illustrations and footages are clear and distinct</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with rechargeable batteries that can be charged/recharged with speed</li>\r\n 	<li>Dual-way audio lets you listen, talk, and reply</li>\r\n 	<li>IP65-certified weatherproof camera makes it function smoothly in stormy or chilly weather and even when it’s too hot</li>\r\n 	<li>Record and store footages with movements in the cloud without paying anything on a recurrent 7-day basis</li>\r\n 	<li>Local storage possible via USB drive</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The image quality is not very good owing to the poor 720p resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision is also very poor due to the low resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>There’s a huge lag between real-time viewing and watching footages as recordings take quite long to start</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\"target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/HeLDO\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>4.Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera</h3>\r\nThis 1080p outdoor security camera from Nest Cam allows you to see images, illustrations, representations, and movements not only inside your home but also on the spots just outside of the residence. The camera comes with the proprietary Nest Aware app that lets you archive all footages from 10 to 30 days in the Nest Cam cloud and view the reruns with perfect clarity. The app also sends alerts on your smartphone or tab about persons entering your premises and keeps you updated on all movements in your private property.<a href=\"http://geni.us/tArXoVD\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-232 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/nest-4-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nest Cam Outdoor Security Camera\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe two-way audio feature allows you to make the intruder or trespasser aware that you’re keeping a tab by speaking up. The 1080p resolution, superior quality of lens, 8X digital zoom, and CMOS sensor all synchronize perfectly allowing you to see every image or representation captured in detail in HD format. The sightline feature lets you scan through tons of stored footage at breakneck speed for zeroing in on the clip you’re eagerly waiting to see.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost</li>\r\n 	<li>Runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>Option to select the areas that needs</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Being an outdoor security camera, the gadget is totally weatherproof enabling it to perform with unwavering efficiency in rainy, stormy, chilling or hot and humid weather</li>\r\n 	<li>130° wide-angled field of view makes sure the entire area in your garage or the front porch is in your eyesight</li>\r\n 	<li>The all-glass lens lets you view everything with exceptional vividness and clarity in HD 1080p anytime of the day or night</li>\r\n 	<li>Nest Aware app alerts you of any suspicious movement within your home area as well as send emails along with snaps of the motions</li>\r\n 	<li>Comes with inbuilt speaker-and-microphone lets you talk up and listen in thereby alerting both family members and strangers that the home is being monitored even in your absence</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy installation through direct plug-in on any indoor or outdoor outlet and tethering to a magnetic plane</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>You can have issues when interfacing the Nest Aware app with your phone or tab</li>\r\n 	<li>The subscriptions options for cloud storage (2 in total) are a little pricey</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\"url=\"http://geni.us/tArXoVD\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>5.Netgear Arlo VMC3040 Q-1080p HD Wired Security Camera with Audio and Cloud Storage</h3>\r\nThe Arlo Q Wi-Fi camera monitor from NETGEAR is evidently one of the most resourceful and versatile home security cameras that can accord a near impregnable ring of security to your house or office or any other indoor facility. This home security camera with app can be set up to carry on recording when you’re not at home and is supremely compatible for setting up with 5 GHz Wi-Fi thereby blocking interference from 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi contrivances. With a wide-angled lens, the Arlo Q offers 135° field of view which means the security camera doesn’t misses anything while capturing and recording.<a href=\"http://geni.us/kN5A4\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-227 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/arlo-5-1-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"Netgear Arlo VMC3040 Q-1080p HD Wired Security Camera with Audio and Cloud Storage\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe camera, quite unlike other monitoring cameras classed under its genre, has a fast response time getting activated almost instantly the moment it senses a movement or disturbance. It comes with a speaker microphone that lets you verbally notify an intruder or a family member that you’re visually monitoring your home or private property. The Netgear app sends you alerts instantaneously whenever the device becomes aware of sound or motion.\r\nNetgear service plan allows you to record nothing less than 7 days of footage in the cloud. On the other hand, you can archive huge amount of data using a micro-SD card. Apart from phone alerts, you also receive notifications (with accompanying snaps) via emails.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>Inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost</li>\r\n 	<li>Runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>Option to select the areas that needs to be monitored</li>\r\n 	<li>Receive alerts perpetually</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>HD format and 1080p imaging resolution means you get to view stunningly vivid and bright footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Communicate with family members and sound out alerts to strangers/trespassers using the inbuilt microphone with speaker</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality lets you make out what’s going on even in pitch darkness or at nighttime</li>\r\n 	<li>7 days of backup in the Netgear’s cloud servers totally free of cost with numerous options to upgrade</li>\r\n 	<li>Round the clock cloud backup with the option to choose a subscription plan that suits your pocket</li>\r\n 	<li>Gives you freedom from the hassle of changing exhausted batteries as the camera runs on AC power supply</li>\r\n 	<li>You select the areas that needs to be monitored for motion detection and video recording</li>\r\n 	<li>Receive alerts perpetually</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Many users who need to alter their schedules time and again might strongly feel the absence of an arm/disarm feature</li>\r\n 	<li>Many smartphones may not be compatible with or support the 5GHzWi-Fi network that is required to initially connect the Arlo Q/ to connect it to a</li>\r\n 	<li>2.4GHz network you’ll first have to enable the Arlo Q on this configuration of network</li>\r\n 	<li>You may find it difficult to conceal or camouflage the Arlo Q for keeping it hidden away from onlookers because of its white color</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/kN5A4\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>6.Canary All-in-One Home Security Device</h3>\r\nThe All-in-One Home Security Device from Canary seamlessly blends drop-dead looks with versatility. This stunningly black comes with a 147° wide-angled lens that allows the gadget to take in almost the entire area where the same is installed for capturing footages. With a 1080p resolution, the indoor security camera lens records events in HD mode which implies that you see images and footages that are spotless and vivid.<a href=\"http://geni.us/Qp8i\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-229 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/canary-6-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Canary All-in-One Home Security Device\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe All-in-One at home security camera as its terminology suggests is not just a security device but also keeps a tab on room temperature, indoor air quality, and humidity. So, the gadget lets you keep a watch over your health as well. Another unique feature of the Canary’s home security camera for instance, is its siren that goes off reproducing sound waves at a high-pitched 90+ dB whenever the device detects that a burglar is about to housebreak.\r\n\r\nThe security device boasts of an auto-arm/disarm feature that lets it automatically enter the lock/unlock code on the main entrance by sensing when you leave or enter your home. The Canary app can be configured to send signals to the fire service, police or the EMS during an emergency situation. Setting up the device is simple-just place it on a flat surface, plug the cord into a power outlet, link it up with the net via your smartphone, and you’re ready to go.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Capacity for streaming video in real-time</li>\r\n 	<li>90+dB siren lets out high-pitched alarm sounding off burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Auto-arm/disarm feature allows the camera to automatically sense your entry or departure times</li>\r\n 	<li>Immediate notifications to fire-service, police, and emergency medical service</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps to keep a track of the health of your home courtesy the temperature &amp; humidity sensors</li>\r\n 	<li>147°wide-angled lens lets you have a sweeping view of the monitored area</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Capacity for streaming video in real-time letting you instant access to what’s happening in your home when you’re away</li>\r\n 	<li>A 90+dB siren lets out high-pitched alarm sounding off burglars and housebreakers</li>\r\n 	<li>Auto-arm/disarm feature allows the camera to automatically sense your entry or departure times</li>\r\n 	<li>Immediate notifications to fire-service, police, and emergency medical service</li>\r\n 	<li>Helps keep track of the health of your home courtesy the temperature and humidity sensors</li>\r\n 	<li>Just plug-and-play does away with the need to opt for expensive rental contracts</li>\r\n 	<li>147°wide-angled lens lets you have a sweeping view of the monitored area</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision functionality enables viewing at night or even in pitch darkness up to a great distance</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The Canary is more of a motion sensor camera that might fail to activate high-decibel sirens when it actually matters-you cannot tune the Arlo Q to sound out the siren when it is arm mode whenever motion is sensed</li>\r\n 	<li>The quality of the footages may not be high enough for you to make out the suspects</li>\r\n 	<li>The camera is hard to disguise and the lights flicker brightly making them easily visible</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\"target=\"blank\"  center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/Qp8i\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>7.Blink Home Security Camera System with Motion Detection, HD Video, Battery-Powered, Cloud Storage for Smartphone, and 3-Camera Kit</h3>\r\nThe Blink wireless home security camera is an extraordinary security appliance that is packed to the hilt with a suite of versatile features. For a start, set up is effortlessly easy as you can place it on the staircase landing, place it on the plant pot or install it on the living room wall. This wire-free device not only looks captivating but also delivers on the performance front.<a href=\"http://geni.us/MRLB2\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-228 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/blink-7-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Blink Home Security Camera System with Motion Detection, HD Video, Battery-Powered, Cloud Storage for Smartphone, and 3-Camera Kit\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe battery-powered device relieves you from the hassle of dealing with messy cords or cables for powering it. You can connect it with your Android or iOS smartphone for taking advantage of the ‘live view’ streaming mechanism. The camera starts recording the moment it detects movements and sends notifications/alerts to the mobile as well as archives a short footage of the happening in the cloud.\r\n\r\nThe Blink app also makes use of a temperature sensor for alerting you of any suspicious activity or unnatural event. The package from Immedia comes with a set of three Blink cameras that can be installed at strategic points and made to work in coordination. This motion detection security camera has been designed inventively that enable it to function smoothly for many months without changing the 2 AA lithium ion batteries.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Wireless design lets you install it anywhere</li>\r\n 	<li>Battery-powered no need to connect to an electrical power outlet</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera starts recording the moment it detects motion or movements</li>\r\n 	<li>High resolution HD videos</li>\r\n 	<li>Transmits immediate notifications to Android as well as iOS devices</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Wireless design lets you install it anywhere in your home you wish to</li>\r\n 	<li>Being battery-powered, it relieves you from having to connect with an electrical power outlet</li>\r\n 	<li>The batteries last for a full year enabling you to archive a large amount of footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera starts recording the moment it detects motion or movements</li>\r\n 	<li>Gives you the opportunity to wire up your home, office, and other properties with additional cameras</li>\r\n 	<li>High resolution HD videos mean you get to see events and happenings clearly</li>\r\n 	<li>Transmits immediate notifications to Android as well as iOS devices whenever motion is sensed</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The motion sensor of the wireless IP camera cannot sense or detect motion if there is a glass partition in the way not only because of the reflection</li>\r\n 	<li>The motion sensor gets activated or switches off depending upon temperature alterations (infra-red sensor) and not upon motion or movement which means you may receive false alarms if the same is installed in the garage or basement-areas that are not temperature controlled</li>\r\n 	<li>The batteries run out much sooner than claimed</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" target=\"blank\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/MRLB2\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>8.Foscam R2 2MP 1080p HD Wireless Security Camera (Black)</h3>\r\nThe Foscam R2 HD Wireless home security Camera catches your fancy owing to its gorgeous and sleek form factor. This security camera from Foscam comes in perfectly handy for keeping a comprehensive watch over your home as well as makes sure that your family and pets are safe. The R2’s versatility allows you to connect it with your Android or iOS smartphone via apps as well as link it up with the Internet for a no-holds-barred surveillance.<a href=\"http://geni.us/Vd4fk\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-230 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/foscam-8-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Foscam R2 2MP 1080p HD Wireless Security Camera (Black)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can watch live videos or record footages in the cloud as well as locally using micro-SD cards for viewing later on at your convenience. You get to view images in HD format that have crystal-clear clarity, thanks to 1080p resolution whereas PTZ functionality and 110° wide-angled view offers you a sweeping view range.\r\n\r\nDual-way audio comes to your aid when you want to apprise a family member or trespasser that they’re under surveillance by speaking up. The camera lens can blow up an image or event up to 8 times the lifelike size and advanced night vision functionality lets you see every object and individual within a radius of 26ft at nighttime. Smart motion technology and alert mechanisms ensure that you remain unfazed by false alarms, for instance the swaying of window curtains during a strong breeze.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Smaller than other models of home security cameras (at least 20%)</li>\r\n 	<li>No installation hassles just plug-and-play</li>\r\n 	<li>1080p FHD resolution of lens that captures 25fps combined with 110˚ field of view</li>\r\n 	<li>13 infrared LEDs comes in supremely handy</li>\r\n 	<li>Microphone integrated with speaker lets you communicate without any hang-ups</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This Foscam IP camera is much smaller than other models of home security cameras (at least 20%) that not only makes it inconspicuous but also adds a touch of sleekness</li>\r\n 	<li>No installation hassles just plug-and-play</li>\r\n 	<li>Pan-tilt-zoom features allows for covering a greater or wider range of view</li>\r\n 	<li>1080p FHD resolution of lens that captures 25fps combined with 110˚ field of view offers you an enhanced monitoring capacity</li>\r\n 	<li>13 infrared LEDs comes in supremely handy for enabling clear viewing at night up to a distance of 26ft</li>\r\n 	<li>Microphone integrated with speaker lets you communicate without any hang-ups as background noise is reduced</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The manufacturer doesn’t provide literature that’ll guide the user about several aspects-for instance there is no written info about what the 10 app icon buttons signify</li>\r\n 	<li>The user might end up getting annoyed or frustrated owing to repeated reminders exhorting you to sign up for Foscam cloud services in order to access archived footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You’ve no other option besides subscribing to company’s cloud services for accessing notifications or alerts that are accompanied with images or footages</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/Vd4fk\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>9.Wansview 720p Wi-Fi Wireless Security IP Camera, for Baby/Pet/Nanny/Elder Monitor with Night Vision K2 (Black)</h3>\r\nThe Wansview Wi-Fi camera monitor with Night Vision is a wireless indoor security camera is more of a personal device that lets you keep an eye on your little one, home pets, elders in your family, the nanny deputed babysit the child or your employees. It can record HD footages having a 720p resolution and 120° field of view coupled with 4 x digital zoom means you view most of the surveillance area where everything is magnified considerably. A built-in microphone comes in handy for lending your ears to what or whatever is happening at home.<a href=\"http://geni.us/nibdqm\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignright wp-image-233 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Wansview-9-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Wansview 720p Wi-Fi Wireless Security IP Camera, for Baby/Pet/Nanny/Elder Monitor with Night Vision K2 (Black)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nYou can see everything up to a maximum distance of 20ft at night, thanks to the two dozen or so IR LEDs. You not only keep tabs on your baby or its nanny but also freeze and record the special moments so that you can reminisce over the images during your leisure time. This Wansview wireless IP camera is supremely suitable for downloading and launching on your Android/iOS phone, Windows/Apple/Mac PC, as well as on a host of web browsers including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and IE. Installation is super easy as you simply need to link up the Wi-Fi system in your digital device with the Wansview App by using ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration’.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient</li>\r\n 	<li>Easy to mount on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>Can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient as you just need to apply the ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration for linking up the camera with the net</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be conveniently mounted on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera monitor for keeping a constant eye over your little one, babysitter or elder in your home</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Users may be able to use the device more effectively if the company supplies an instruction manual</li>\r\n 	<li>You’d be technologically competent to some extent in order to use the device</li>\r\n 	<li>Though it is not a big issue but the color of the camera should be the same as that of the power cord</li>\r\n 	<li>If you want to view videos on your home PC or laptop, a third-party plug may be necessary</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\"  radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/nibdqm\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>10.Zmodo Pivot 1080p HD Wireless 360° Rotating Security Camera with 2 Pack Door Window Sensor All-in-One Smart Hub</h3>\r\nPut your entire home under round the clock surveillance with the Pivot Rotating Security Camera from Zmodo. This surveillance camera for your house captures and stores events in HD format and lets you view incredibly lucid footages where the images, pictures, representations, and illustrations have a 1080p resolution. You simply need to key in your WPA/WPA-2 encrypted password for connecting the Pivot IP camera with your Android 4.0-upwards/iOS 7 smartphone or any other device that supports 2.4GHzWi-Fi connectivity.<a href=\"http://geni.us/GuHnV\" target=\"_blank\"><img class=\"alignleft wp-image-224 size-medium\" src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/zmoda-10-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Zmodo Pivot 1080p HD Wireless 360° Rotating Security Camera with 2 Pack Door Window Sensor All-in-One Smart Hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nThe home security camera comes with a 16GB storage which offers you sufficient space for backing up all videos recorded by the device for months on end. Zmodo’s Pivot rotating security camera is also reinforced with temperature and humidity sensors that facilitates in keeping track of the health of your home, significant from the perspective of your kids’ as well as pets’ health. The camera rotates a full 360° which makes sure that it doesn’t miss out on scanning or surveying any nook/corner in your home.\r\n\r\nA built-in microphone with speaker makes it possible for you to speak to a family member and tell him that he’s safe as long as he’s at home or reprimand an intruder that his movements are being monitored.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Password-secured with Wi-Fi 2.4GHz connectivity having WPA/WPA2 encryption</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be linked &amp; monitored via the Zmodo mobile app</li>\r\n 	<li>Captures &amp; reproduces videos in 1080p HD resolution</li>\r\n 	<li>16GB storage allows for the archiving</li>\r\n 	<li>Sensors for tracking humidity &amp; temperature inside home</li>\r\n 	<li>Two-way audio</li>\r\n 	<li>Bluetooth compatibility</li>\r\n 	<li>Night vision features help to capture up to distance of 30ft</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Setup is speedy and convenient as you just need to apply the ‘one key Wi-Fi configuration for linking up the camera with the net</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be conveniently mounted on the walls, ceiling or on the table</li>\r\n 	<li>Live streaming to your PC, laptop or Android/iOS smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Clear viewing at night up to a distance of 20 feet as there are 24 infrared LEDs</li>\r\n 	<li>Camera monitor for keeping a constant eye over your little one, babysitter or elder in your home</li>\r\n 	<li>Video quality is remarkably good both for live and recorded footages</li>\r\n 	<li>You can view multiple cameras all at the same time</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The camera often may not spin even after detecting movements but record a short clip that might be hazy or fuzzy</li>\r\n 	<li>The unit is somewhat noisy when it does a rotating scan and not stealthy</li>\r\n 	<li>The absence of digital zoom functionality will be felt by serious users</li>\r\n 	<li>The unit cannot be used out of doors</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" target=\"blank\" radius=\"10\" icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" ur=\"http://geni.us/GuHnV\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h3>Conclusion</h3>\r\nAll the at home security cameras reviewed above are equipped with the basic features that make it possible for a typical indoor security camera (or even an outdoor security camera) to function efficiently. For example, the security camera should be convenient to install and operate. Then again, it should be somewhat inconspicuous or indistinguishable yet have an appealing form factor.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, the home security camera with app should be compatible for connecting with third-party applications so that you can keep a tab from wherever you wish. And finally, the same should be affordable. Judging from all these counts, the Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera is the best priced below $200. If you’re looking for quality and willing to splurge (as you don’t want to compromise on quality) then look no further than Arlo Pro Security System with Siren.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Home Security Cameras of 2017- Buyer\'s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','203-revision-v1','','','2017-03-14 08:23:21','2017-03-14 08:23:21','',203,'http://bestofgears.com/203-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(286,1,'2017-03-31 19:13:55','2017-03-31 19:13:55','[su_note]We reviewed 10 best bike trainers of 2017[/su_note]\r\n\r\nRiding a bike outdoors on a sunny day with the wind caressing your hairs or having an adrenaline rush while cruising on a treacherous mountainous path is an experience you must have had sometime in your life. However, if it’s unbearably hot, freezing cold or raining heavily, you’ll not feel like venturing outside even if you happen to be a passionate biker. It is during such eventualities that a stationary cycle trainer comes to your rescue.\r\n\r\nIndoor bike trainers let you simulate actual riding in the comfort of your home and are far more suitable or convenient than exercise bikes that not only happen to be heavier but more expensive as well. Bicycle trainers also known as turbo trainers or stationary bike trainers are ideal for keeping in shape when a hectic schedule, traffic bottleneck or inclement weather keeps you from venturing outside. Indoor bicycle trainers have come a long way since the days of bike rollers-the earliest predecessor of a bike trainer.\r\n\r\nThe stationary bike trainer that started out as a roller unit gradually evolved into a wind bicycle trainer while future upgrades incorporated fluid-dynamics and magnetic-resistance mechanisms. The state-of-the-art bicycle stands for indoor riding enable you to monitor your training pace in a much better manner by letting you compete with other cyclists in an online environment via web-based apps.\r\n<h2>Value Section</h2>\r\nThe best stationary training bikes come in perfectly handy not only for riding indoors on days when the weather is unpleasant or unsuitable but also for limbering up prior to a cycling competition. If you’re someone who keeps self fit and trim by biking routinely, then the stationary trainer for bicycle would prove to be immensely versatile for achieving targeted workout sessions. The advanced indoor bicycle trainers are reinforced with extraordinary features and are compatible with the latest apps, adding variety to your training.\r\n\r\nNowadays, different brands of smart bicycle trainers on sale let you keep track of heart-rate as you pedal away on virtual landscapes or mountain tracks and rate or compare your performance with other competing bikers.\r\n<h2>The broad categories of indoor bike trainers</h2>\r\nAll stationary bike stands starting from the most basic to the most upgraded exploit the ‘1st law of motion’ where a resistance unit built into a roller creates an opposing force to your pedaling motion. So, when you buy an indoor bicycle trainer stand, you’re basically investing your money on the resistance-generating component or unit. The pricier the bicycle trainer, the better the quality of the unit that offers friction and the more options you’ll have for adjusting or controlling resistance.\r\n\r\nCycle trainers are usually categorised into three broad categories based on the mechanism of friction offered by the resistance-unit. So, you’ve got wind-resistance, fluid-resistance, and magnetic-resistance cycle trainers. There’s also a fourth category-a bike roller trainer (variously called cycling roller)-of turbo trainer that have rolling bars set on a horizontal frame or stand for turning both the front and rear wheels. In order to use a roller bike training stand effectively one should be experienced in exercising on a bicycle trainer as a greater degree of balance is required to keep pedaling on the former.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Wind-resistance trainer:</strong> This type of bike training stand where resistance is provided by a wind-generating fan can get very noisy and also doesn’t have any option for resistance adjustment. Nevertheless, they’re the cheapest type available and suitable for the uninitiated, looking for their first bicycle exercise stand rear wheel.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Fluid-resistance trainer:</strong> A fluid-resistance trainer allows to you increase or decrease the resistance level (according to your convenience) through a handlebar-mount control. An impeller shaft rotating in an oil or fluid bath furnishes the necessary resistance almost silently. A cycle trainer operating on fluid mechanism is more expensive than magnetic or wind trainers.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Magnetic-resistance trainer:</strong> A revolving magnetic flywheel creates a magnetic resistance field giving you a fair degree of liberty for monitoring resistance; bike trainers with electromagnetic flywheels are quieter as well as provide you more control options.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Factors to keep in mind while choosing a best bicycle trainer</h2>\r\nThe sort of bicycle trainer stand you’ll opt for will eventually depend upon the frequency of use and also on the intensity level of your indoor bicycling. If you’re intending to train occasionally, just for a few hours over the week, then a wind-trainer will be sufficient. If you wish to train without a fuss or disturbing your neighbors, then a magnetic trainer will do the job.\r\n\r\nAlternatively, if you’re looking to exercise intensively as well as evaluate your performance against specific parameters with the view to improve and fine-tune indoor biking, then settling for a fluid-resistance trainer makes perfect sense. Regardless of whichever brand you finally choose, your best bicycle trainer stand, it should meet the following yardsticks:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>A robust frame:</strong> The best bicycle trainer will inevitably have a hardwearing stand or frame that’ll withstand rough handling as well as tolerate wear and tear for long. At the same time, it should come with legs allowing it be placed firmly on uneven or rough surfaces which keeps it stable when you pedal vigorously.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An adaptable quick-release wheel mount: </strong>A superior quality of home bike training stand comes equipped with a flexible quick-release skewer having adjustable clamps allowing you to mount or fix the bicycle’s rear wheel effortlessly. The premium cycle trainers have cam-locking skewers that are compatible for latching onto quick-releases of wheels of road bikes, mountain bikes, and all-terrain bikes.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An almost silent operation:</strong> Majority of the cycling trainers, barring a few select models, has rollers and resistance units that produce some degree of noise. In this respect, the wind trainers are the noisiest while the magnetic models are moderately loud and the fluid trainers are comparatively quieter. Direct-drive indoor bike trainers which have sprockets that directly latch on to your bicycle’s chain (and thereby does away with the need to hook up with the back wheel) are also remarkably quiet.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Easy installation and dismantling:</strong> Another feature that makes a bicycle trainer a good buy is the convenience it offers with respect to installation and folding. A heavier frame with large feet facilitates firm placement while compactness makes installation easy in a cramped space as well as helps in flat folding.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Add-ons (optional):</strong> The more the accessories, the greater the ease and flexibility you’ve with using your best bicycle trainer stand. A front-wheel block or stand and a trainer mat contribute towards improving balance and reducing noise respectively. Add-ons are simply what they’re: add-ons or extras and therefore not essential. Therefore, accessories are rarely a part of the standard equipment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Areas or places where a stationary trainer for bicycle can be installed</h2>\r\nThe versatility and flexibility of Amazon bike trainers enable these indoor cycle trainers to be used across-the-board. You’ll come across a bike trainer in a gym, fitness club, athletic training center, tennis club, golf club, and in a warm-up zone for bikers participating in a cycling competition. Most high-profile corporate organizations and multinational corporations have a separate area or zone where employees can physically exert themselves.\r\n\r\nThese areas are lined up with different type of workout equipment including of course indoor bike trainers. Besides the aforementioned areas, you’re likely to find stationary bike stands in gyms of hotels, resorts, condominiums, gated residential communities, housing societies, and even in flats and homes of many individuals.\r\n\r\n[table id=7 /]\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/enoj3c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">1. Conquer Indoor Bike Trainer Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand</a></h2>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/enoj3c\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Indoor Bike Trainer Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand by Conquer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-899\" /></a>The Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand from Conquer is one of the most affordable Amazon bike trainers that let you stay fit and in good shape when heavy precipitation or icy weather discourages from biking outdoors. This is one bicycle indoor trainer stand that has been specially designed for fitness freaks starting to gather the experience of pedaling on a stationary turbo trainer. It is an indoor cycle trainer easy to install owing to the flexible framework comprising an A-styled steel stand that can be placed stably on any even surface.\r\n\r\nThe mounting cups at the ends of the two arms of the stand facilitate installation on uneven or rough floors. Quick-release skewer supplied with the pack helps in quickly securing your bike’s back-wheel to the trainer stand. A rubber-backed riser block too has been provided for stabilizing the front-wheel while and preventing it from vibrating during an indoor pedaling session.\r\n\r\nA smooth knob built into the magnetic flywheel assists in monitoring the resistance in accordance with the intensity of your training. The compact form factor of the Conquer bike roller trainer also helps in carrying and storing the same conveniently. The trainer creates minimal noise as it exploits the magnetic resistance mechanism.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy framework constructed out of industrial-grade steel</li>\r\n 	<li>Mounting cups prevent vibration &amp; slippage during training</li>\r\n 	<li>Quick &amp; convenient adjustment of resistance via the flexible knob</li>\r\n 	<li>Compacted frame enables in fast folding&amp; storage</li>\r\n 	<li>Free riser-block with a base layered with rubbery material helps in positioning &amp; balancing the wheel exercising sessions</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible with 26”, 27”, and 700cc bikes</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Sturdy framework constructed out of industrial-grade steel is extremely weatherproof and hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>Mounting cups permanently fixed to ends of the two arms of the frame prevent vibration and slippage during training</li>\r\n 	<li>Quick and convenient adjustment of resistance via the flexible knob jutting out of the flywheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Compacted frame enables in fast folding and storage requires minimum space</li>\r\n 	<li>A free riser-block with a base layered with rubbery material helps in positioning and balancing the wheel at the front during vigorous exercising sessions</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be set up with 26, 27, and 700cc bikes having rear wheels that can be hooked up with the quick-release skewer</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Can get remarkably noisy as you increase your pedaling speed</li>\r\n 	<li>The quick release skewer may not be compatible for slotting into the cam locking system of some bikes’ rear wheels</li>\r\n 	<li>The roller material may wear out the tyres of most bikes sooner than later</li>\r\n 	<li>Limited resistance adjustment options for experienced and professional bikers</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/enoj3c\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/idUy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2. Indoor Bike Trainer Exercise Stand, Orange by Gavin</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/idUy\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Indoor Bike Trainer Exercise Stand, Orange by Gavin\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-900\" /></a>The saffron-hued indoor bike trainer exercise stand from Gavin looks quite similar to the Conquer bike trainer stand though the former is pricier. Majority of the bicycle trainer reviews have apprised and evaluated this bike trainer to be ideal for use by amateur and experienced cyclists. However, hardcore and professional bikers who need to warm-up thoroughly prior to a meet will find this trainer fall short of their training requirements.\r\n\r\nFor making use of this trainer, you’ll just need to clamp the bolts of the quick-release skewer with that of your bike’s back wheel so that the tyre brushes against the roller. The roller is powered by a flywheel that offers magnetic resistance thereby acting as an opposing force reducing the rpm of the bicycle’s rear wheel. There’s a knob that can be monitored and set manually for furnishing a friction in accordance with your mild or vigorous training level.\r\n\r\nThe two arms of the frame open out widely in the form of an uppercase ‘A’ are quite bulky letting you balance the stand firmly on terra firma. The high-quality steel from which the stand has been chiseled out transfers heft to the component. Additionally, the toughened mounting cups fixed at the ends of the stand’s arms help in maintaining equilibrium when placed on a jagged or irregular surface.\r\n\r\nA riser-block facilitates in keeping the level of the front wheel at par with the height of the wheel at the rear end thereby preventing the bike or the stationary cycle trainer from shaking or vibrating during indoor biking sessions.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Extremely robust stand fabricated out of high-grade steel</li>\r\n 	<li>Solid construction makes the frame highly resistant to wear &amp; tear</li>\r\n 	<li>Stout mounting cups fixed to arms of stand assists in keeping the stand in equilibrium</li>\r\n 	<li>Quick-release skewer provided which helps in fast &amp; convenient attachment</li>\r\n 	<li>Riser block supplied free with the product</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible with 26”, 27” wheels and 700cc bikes</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Extremely robust stand fabricated out of high-grade steel that makes the trainer hefty thereby enabling it to stay steady during training</li>\r\n 	<li>The solid construction also makes the frame highly resistant to wear &amp; tear and also imparts durability</li>\r\n 	<li>Stout mounting cups fixed to arms of stand that assists in keeping the stand in equilibrium on any kind of surface</li>\r\n 	<li>Quick-release skewer provided which helps in fast and convenient attachment of the rear wheel with the trainer</li>\r\n 	<li>Riser block supplied free with the product for balancing the front wheel with the rear helm</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible for installing on rear wheels of 26, 27 and 700cc bikes</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The bike trainer stand may get too loud while exercising aggressively and the noise might disturb those within audible distance</li>\r\n 	<li>Not suitable for hardcore cyclists and bikers who are looking to warm up thoroughly prior to a competition</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/idUy\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/BApnj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3. Kinetic Road Machine 2.0 Fluid Trainer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/BApnj\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-3-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Kinetic Road Machine 2.0 Fluid Trainer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-901\" /></a>If you’re looking for a bicycle trainer stand that operates without getting noisy, lets you train at your pace, and most importantly, allows you to assess performance then look no further than the Kinetic Road Machine 2.0 Fluid Trainer. The Road Machine 2.0 is one of the best fluid trainers for bikes that your money can buy and for a good number of reasons. The patented and proprietary flywheel transfers integrated fluidal resistance to the roller that works against your pedaling action thereby making you feel as if you’re riding outdoors.\r\n\r\nThe signature Kinetic magnetic coupler sits in a fluid bath which turns to provide progressive or integrated resistance. In other words, the frictional force applied to the wheel becomes more intense as you increase pedaling speed. The fluid used inside the impeller shaft is surgical-grade silicone that doesn’t get overheated as your exercising graduates from being mild to vigorous.\r\n\r\nYou can also opt for Kinetic’s inRide watt meter and Fitapp for keeping track of your pedaling speeds. The frame has been welded out of powder-coated steel while the different components have been fashioned out of aluminum or steel imparting to the trainer an extraordinary hardiness. The knobs on the quick-release skewer are of ABS plastic and the ends of the frame are of toughened rubber that makes the Road Machine 2.0 Fluid Trainer by Kinetic one of the most versatile bicycle trainers for mountain bikes.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Takes advantage of fluid dynamics to generate friction</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic couplers create resistance without generating too much noise</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary apps like Fitapp from Kinetic &amp; the inRide watt meter</li>\r\n 	<li>Frame molded from powder-coated steel</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>This bike roller trainer takes advantage of fluid dynamics to generate friction that can be enhanced gradually to suit the force of your indoor training</li>\r\n 	<li>The magnetic couplers that remain immersed in a fluid bath create resistance without generating too much noise</li>\r\n 	<li>Proprietary apps like Fitapp from Kinetic and the inRide watt meter come to your aid when you need to evaluate your performance</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame’s been molded from powder-coated steel while the rest of the components are either of aluminum or steel that lends a unique robustness as well as flexibility to the product</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Does get uncomfortably loud when training at higher progressive training levels</li>\r\n 	<li>The absence of a front wheel riser-block will surely be felt by a good proportion of amateur as well as professional bikers</li>\r\n 	<li>Cadency readings are more often than anomalous and erratic that can be quite misleading especially for those intending to accomplish a cadence-oriented workout.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/BApnj\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/On00Bg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">4. RAD Cycle Products Indoor Portable Magnetic Work Out Bicycle Trainer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/On00Bg\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-4-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"RAD Cycle Products Indoor Portable Magnetic Work Out Bicycle Trainer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-902\" /></a>The RAD Indoor Portable Magnetic Work-Out Bicycle Trainer is one stationary cycle trainer that is incredibly popular both with amateur as well as experienced bikers because it is reinforced with useful features and is supremely affordable. This is one of the best indoor bike trainers that perfectly blend good looks with high-level performance. This bicycle trainer stand has a sturdy metallic frame that opens up fully in an A-styled format letting you hookup the quick-release skewer with the derailleur of the bike’s rear wheel.\r\n\r\nSet up is simple-you’ll just need to align the trainer’s skewer with the rear wheel’s release and turn down a red-hued ABS lever to lock the grouping or assemblage. As you start pedaling, the rear wheel brushing against the roller of the bike trainer stand slows down because of the friction generated. The degree of resistance offered can be increased or decreased as per the intensity of the training program by tightening or loosening a screw-knob.\r\n\r\nA handlebar mount with a long strip has also been provided that enables you to monitor the progressive resistance right from the bike’s steering bar. This bike home trainer from RAD Cycle Products folds down completely facilitating in convenient storage and transportation. A riser-block for maintaining the equilibrium of the front wheel is supplied with the package.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Robust steel frame with long arms</li>\r\n 	<li>Arms of the frame have cups made of toughened material</li>\r\n 	<li>Has a very compact built facilitating in complete folding down</li>\r\n 	<li>Handlebar mount can be secured to the steering of the bike via a long strip</li>\r\n 	<li>Installation is a breeze as the lever attached to the skewer helps in hooking it up with the rear wheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible for setting up with mountain, all-terrain, &amp; road bikes</li>\r\n 	<li>Riser-block included for balancing front wheel</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Robust steel frame with long arms that opens up wide furnishing excellent stability</li>\r\n 	<li>The arms of the frame have cups made of toughened material that helps in balancing the trainer on uneven surfaces</li>\r\n 	<li>The trainer has a very compact built facilitating in complete folding down for transporting and storing easily</li>\r\n 	<li>Handlebar mount can be secured to the steering of the bike via a long strip helping in changing the resistance while pedaling</li>\r\n 	<li>Installation of the trainer is a breeze as the lever attached to the skewer helps in hooking it up with the rear wheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible for setting up with mountain, all-terrain, and road bikes</li>\r\n 	<li>Riser-block included for balancing front wheel to prevent vibration during training</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Becomes somewhat noisy when operated at increased resistance levels</li>\r\n 	<li>Not suitable for professional bikers as it is not compatible with apps that can help in power training where one could measure speed, keep track of heart-rate, and assess performance</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/On00Bg\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/7Xnlku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">5. Bike Lane Pro Trainer Bicycle Indoor Trainer Exercise Machine Ride All Year</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/7Xnlku\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-5-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Bike Lane Pro Trainer Bicycle Indoor Trainer Exercise Machine Ride All Year\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-903\" /></a>If you want to continue biking with full gusto when the chilly or precipitous weather compels you to stay indoors, then you don’t need to look any further than the Bike Lane Pro Trainer Bicycle Indoor Trainer Exercise Machine. This bicycle exercise stand rear wheel has a dark grayish matte finish that attracts your attention immediately. Reinforced with an extremely toughened frame constructed out of machined steel, this indoor bicycle trainer stand widens completely providing a good stability when hooked up with the metallic rivets of the rear wheel.\r\n\r\nA raiser block for stabilizing the bike’s front wheel is included in the pack. This hard rubber block keeps the front wheel firm and forestalls vibrations during intensive training. The hardwearing flywheel transfers magnetic and progressive resistance that can be moderated at 7 distinct levels with the help of a knob attached to the component.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, a mount with a strip has been provided that allows you to install the same on the bike’s handlebar which helps in adjusting resistance without having to step down. The quick release-skewer can be smoothly clamped onto the metallic nut of the rear wheel and thereafter tightened via the lever by turning it. In order to loosen and release the skewer, the lever simply needs to be turned in the opposite direction.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Frame of this bike trainer stand has been crafted from high-grade steel</li>\r\n 	<li>Limbs of the frame open up to the appropriate extent</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic flywheel makes the roller brush effectively against the rear wheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Progressive resistance can be adjusted at 7 integrated levels</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistance can be controlled from the bike’s handlebar via a remote-control strip</li>\r\n 	<li>Frame can be folded down like an ironing board</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The frame of this bike trainer stand has been crafted from high-grade steel that makes it resistant to wear and tear as well as hardwearing</li>\r\n 	<li>The limbs of the frame open up to the appropriate extent to furnish the required equipoise both for light and vigorous training sessions</li>\r\n 	<li>Magnetic flywheel makes the roller brush effectively against the rear wheel resulting in the creation of progressive resistance</li>\r\n 	<li>Progressive resistance can be adjusted at 7 integrated levels depending upon the vigorousness of the pedaling</li>\r\n 	<li>The resistance can be controlled from the bike’s handlebar via a remote-control strip</li>\r\n 	<li>The frame can be folded down like an ironing board thus making it easy to carry as well as store the trainer stand</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The trainer gets quite noisy and raucous when exercising at high resistance levels</li>\r\n 	<li>The assemblage instructions are not clear-cut or mentioned in an organized manner as far as putting together the actual trainer is concerned</li>\r\n 	<li>The trainer falls short of the needs of a professional biker</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/7Xnlku\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/BdJh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">6. Ohuhu Magnet Steel Bike Bicycle Indoor Exercise Trainer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/BdJh\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-6-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Ohuhu Magnet Steel Bike Bicycle Indoor Exercise Trainer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-904\" /></a>The Magnet Steel Bike Bicycle Indoor Exercise Trainer from Ohuhu is one of the most affordable bicycle trainers costing less than most other indoor trainers categorized under its genre. Compatible for installing on the rear wheels of different kinds of bicycles including mountain and road bikes, this stationary cycle trainer has an incredibly hardwearing stand that can withstand rough handling and yet perform efficiently for long. It is equipped with a heavy-duty flywheel offering magnetic resistance that can be intensified or reduced via a knob that can be turned clockwise or anticlockwise.\r\n\r\nBikers also have the option of increasing or decreasing the resistance through the handlebar mount which can be fixed on the steering of the bike. The quick-release skewer can be conveniently clamped into the corresponding rear wheel attach through flexible fixed at the ends of the skewer. The Ohuhu Magnet Steel Bike Bicycle Indoor Exercise Trainer is one of the best cycle trainers, simple to handle as it the arms of its stand open fully to provide support during pedaling but also folds down perfectly for hassle-free transportation and storage.\r\n\r\nThe robust metallic frame opens up extra wide that stays firm and immobile enabling you to train without having to worry about toppling over. The rubber cups firmly fitted onto the legs of the frame keep the stand stable on irregular surfaces. Despite the stand being hefty, it can be compacted down to a size that is suitable for storage and transportation.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Furnishes magnetic resistance to the rear wheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Hardy &amp; flexible knob built into the drive-train</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible with mountain &amp; road bikes</li>\r\n 	<li>Handlebar mount for revving up the resistance or lowering it</li>\r\n 	<li>Entire stand starting from the arms to the roller and from the flywheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Supremely affordable costing lesser than most other indoor bike trainers</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Furnishes magnetic resistance to the rear wheel that can be monitored as per the biker’s or cyclist’s convenience</li>\r\n 	<li>A hardy and flexible knob built into the drive-train for adjusting the resistance</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible for installing on the back wheels of mountain and road bikes</li>\r\n 	<li>A handlebar mount for revving up the resistance or lowering it without having to get down from the bike</li>\r\n 	<li>The entire stand starting from the arms to the roller and from the flywheel to the quick-release skewer have been crafted out of hardwearing materials making the product heavy</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nduty and resilient\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Supremely affordable costing lesser than most other indoor bike trainers under its category</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Doesn’t come with a riser block for the front wheel</li>\r\n 	<li>The skewer may not be suitable for installation on all types of bikes</li>\r\n 	<li>The trainer stand is remarkably heavy making it difficult to transport from one place to another</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/BdJh\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/08zkYTa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">7. Magnetic 8 Levels Resistance Turbo Trainer For Bike w Front Wheel Block &amp; Quick Release Skewer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/08zkYTa\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-7-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Magnetic 8 Levels Resistance Turbo Trainer For Bike w Front Wheel Block &amp; Quick Release Skewer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-905\" /></a>Get more out of your indoor biking sessions with the Magnetic 8 Levels Resistance Turbo Trainer for Bike from Health Line Products. This bike home trainer offers up to 8 distinct levels of progressive resistance which gives you full leeway to train at a pace or intensity that’s convenient to you. This indoor bike trainer comes with a quick-release skewer that is compatible for attaching to any road or mountain bike. The roller is driven by a powerful magnetic flywheel that rubs against the rear wheel building up a good friction.\r\n\r\nA heat-dispersal fan prevents the roller from getting overheated thereby checking undue wear &amp; tear of the rear wheel tyre and prolonging its functional life. The frame constructed out of heavy-duty steel is extremely rugged that stands up to even the most vigorous biking sessions. Rubberized cups fitted at the end of the frame legs help in stabilizing the trainer on surfaces that are not fully flat or even.\r\n\r\nThe form factor of the steel frame enables it to be folded down to a very compact size that ultimately assists in convenient transportation and storage. A riser block is supplied along with the package that enables you to balance the front wheel.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Robust flywheel operates smoothly to provide graded progressive resistance</li>\r\n 	<li>Quick-release skewer has been innovatively designed</li>\r\n 	<li>Fan inside the flywheel thwarts the roller from getting heated up</li>\r\n 	<li>Rubberized cups built into the legs of the stand</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The robust flywheel operates smoothly to provide graded progressive resistance that can be adjusted at 8 distinct levels thereby letting both professionals and amateurs train conveniently</li>\r\n 	<li>The quick-release skewer has been innovatively designed to clamp on with the releases of different genres of bikes including road and mountain bikes</li>\r\n 	<li>A fan inside the flywheel thwarts the roller from getting heated up unduly that not only keeps the drive train of the indoor bicycle trainer stand functional for years but also checks abrasion of the rear wheel</li>\r\n 	<li>Rubberized cups built into the legs of the stand comes in handy when you need to set up the trainer on an uneven surface</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>The screw knob for increasing or decreasing the resistance takes quite an effort to turn</li>\r\n 	<li>The trainer is fairly loud that can disturb everybody else around</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/08zkYTa\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/dy7g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">8. Travel Tac Comp Fluid Bicycle Trainer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/dy7g\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-8-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Travel Tac Comp Fluid Bicycle Trainer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-906\" /></a>The Travel-Tac Comp Fluid Bicycle Trainer from Travel Tac is one of the most advanced stationary bike trainer that exploits a silicone-based fluid bath for furnishing progressive resistance. The flywheel fires up the roller which sweeps against the rear wheel creating friction that increases in a gradual manner which means that the faster you try to pedal, the more difficult it gets. You get the feeling that you’re pedaling on the road or biking up a steep mountain path.\r\n\r\nThe discs inside the flywheel turn and gyrate in the fluid bath that creates progressive resistance without generating noise. Being a bike home trainer powered by a flywheel that makes the most of fluid dynamics, this indoor trainer stand is quieter compared to its siblings that exploit magnetic or wind mechanisms. Setting it up is remarkably easy as you simply need to align the quick-release skewer of your bike with that of the Travel-Tac’s.\r\n\r\nOnce the rear wheel of the bike is firmly locked in, you need to open out the arms of the stand until the wheel settles down. The Travel-Tac trainer is able to accommodate wheels of 24”, 26”, 27”, and 700cc bikes. It’ll lock in wheels of 23c, 25c, and up to 32c tires.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Quieter than magnetic and wind exercise bike stands</li>\r\n 	<li>Weighing 15.4 pounds, this hefty trainer remains stable &amp; upright during pedaling sessions</li>\r\n 	<li>Fluid mechanism generates progressive resistance</li>\r\n 	<li>Cupolas on the arms of the stand helps in balancing the equipment</li>\r\n 	<li>Compact form factor helps in folding down the trainer</li>\r\n 	<li>Setting it up is convenient</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Being a fluid-type trainer, it is quieter than magnetic and wind exercise bike stands</li>\r\n 	<li>Weighing 15.4 pounds, this hefty trainer remains stable and upright during pedaling sessions</li>\r\n 	<li>Fluid mechanism generates progressive resistance which translates into an outdoor bike riding experience</li>\r\n 	<li>Cupolas on the arms of the stand helps in balancing the equipment on rough or jagged surfaces</li>\r\n 	<li>The compact form factor helps in folding down the trainer for easy transportation and storage</li>\r\n 	<li>Setting it up is convenient as you just need to turn some screws the release the skewer of your bike for linking with the quick-release of the Travel Tac</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Limited resistance level which means professional bikers will not find is suitable for power training</li>\r\n 	<li>May not fit on bikes having a higher footprint and might collide with the front crossbar</li>\r\n 	<li>The end cups which are made of plastic may slip on perfectly even or smooth surfaces</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/dy7g\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/n0RA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">9. Wahoo KICKR Indoor Bike Trainer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/n0RA\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-9-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Wahoo KICKR Indoor Bike Trainer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-907\" /></a>The Wahoo KICKR Indoor Bike Trainer is evidently one of the best bicycle training stands letting you train efficiently in real-time as well as virtually. It is an out-and out state-of-the-art bicycle trainer stand that on one hand performs immaculately letting you simulate an outdoor ride. On the other, this Wahoo KICKR bike trainer is perfectly compatible for connecting with a diverse range of software and apps allowing you to make the most of online training programs and virtual biking competitions.\r\n\r\nBeing a direct-drive type trainer, it mounts directly on your road or mountain bike’s derailleur. So, you’re relieved from the hassle of latching any skewer on the rear wheel. The question of the tyre wearing away due to abrasion doesn’t arise as you do away with the wheel in the first place. Pedaling is a walk in the park, thanks to the 10-speed modes Shimano cassette and compliance with Campagnoo freehub.\r\n\r\nYou can throw your full weight while pedaling without having to worry about tripping or falling over as the Wahoo KICKR weighs a hefty 21kgs. A handle helps in shifting the trainer effortlessly while the two legs fold down for easy storage. Different sizes of wheels are compatible with the direct-drive trainer and the resistance can be adjusted in four distinct modes-SIM, ERG, Resistance, and Level. Nevertheless, it is the trainer’s compatibility with an array of web-based apps coupled with ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity options that makes it a top draw.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Direct-drive mechanism means you remove the rear wheel &amp; hook up the trainer straight onto the derailleur</li>\r\n 	<li>No wear &amp; tear of any tyre</li>\r\n 	<li>Remarkably hefty</li>\r\n 	<li>Training at 4separate electromagnetic resistance modes</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible with proprietary &amp; third-party apps</li>\r\n 	<li>ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Direct-drive mechanism means you remove the rear wheel and hook up the trainer straight onto the derailleur</li>\r\n 	<li>No wear and tear of any tyre</li>\r\n 	<li>Remarkably hefty implying that the trainer stays steady during pedaling</li>\r\n 	<li>Compatible with proprietary and third-party apps including Trainer Road and Zwift</li>\r\n 	<li>ANT+ and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity</li>\r\n 	<li>Smooth transition from resistance level to another</li>\r\n 	<li>Remains silent during operation</li>\r\n 	<li>Can be paired with heart rate sensor or cadence</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Have to be connected to a mains power panel for powering it</li>\r\n 	<li>Cannot be monitored for power training if you don’t have a matching Bluetooth device or smartphone</li>\r\n 	<li>Unusually heavy making transporting it a hassle</li>\r\n 	<li>In case you halt pedaling, you’ll have to put in a lot of effort to return to the original pace</li>\r\n 	<li>Exorbitantly priced</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/n0RA\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2><a href=\"http://geni.us/kEOJR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10. CycleOps PowerBeam Pro ANT+ Bike Trainer</a></h2>\r\n<a href=\"http://geni.us/kEOJR\"><img src=\"http://bestofgears.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Bike-Trainers-2017-10-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"CycleOps PowerBeam Pro ANT+ Bike Trainer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-908\" /></a>The CycleOps PowerBeam Pro ANT + Bike Trainer is incredibly with experienced and professional bikers who pedal on their bicycles on every single day of the air come rain or shine. This CycleOps Fluid 2 trainer stand has been immaculately designed for power training by taking advantage of a wide range of apps. Electronic resistance together with ANT+ connectivity facilitates in programmable and appraisable workouts minus all the noise and disturbance.\r\n\r\nThe proprietary Powertap Tuned technology enables you to control and take complete charge of your indoor workout sessions. Fully compatible with online training apps including the signature CycleOps Virtual Reality and third-party apps like the Zwift, the wattage coasts from 300watts to a peak of 1000+ watts with gradients of up to 10%. All this translates into a unique and power-packed biking experience where you never step down from the saddle.\r\n\r\nA DVD is included in the pack which lets you make the most of virtual training sessions. Offering fluidal resistance, you don’t need to make any adjustments which imply that you don’t have to deal with any cables or wires. Resistance is adjusted directly from your bike’s gears. Not having to make any adjustments also means that the CycleOps indoor bike trainer can be transported or stored with convenience.\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: check-circle-o\" icon_color=\"#56563b\" class=\"features\"]\r\n<h2>FEATURES</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Fluid-mechanism resistance translates into a smooth training</li>\r\n 	<li>Resistance doesn’t need to be adjusted from the trainer</li>\r\n 	<li>Perfectly amenable for setting up with a range of Travel-Tac &amp; third-party apps</li>\r\n 	<li>Robust design of the frame</li>\r\n 	<li>Heftiness of the trainer combined with the fact that the legs fold out widely</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-up\" icon_color=\"#436f45\" class=\"pros\"]\r\n<h2>PROS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Fluid-mechanism resistance translates into a smooth training experience as there’s hardly any noise</li>\r\n 	<li>Since the resistance doesn’t need to be adjusted from the trainer, you’re relieved from the hassle of having to deal with wires or cables that might snap</li>\r\n 	<li>Is perfectly amenable for setting up with a range of Travel-Tac and third-party apps thereby enabling you to train virtually</li>\r\n 	<li>The robust design of the frame means that the trainer will remain functional for years</li>\r\n 	<li>The heftiness of the trainer combined with the fact that the legs fold out widely helps in stabilizing the equipment</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n\r\n[su_list icon=\"icon: thumbs-down\" icon_color=\"#dddddd\" class=\"cons\"]\r\n<h2>CONS</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Since there is no option for resistance adjustment via the trainer, there is every chance of tripping during pedaling</li>\r\n 	<li>The rubber feet that are simply caps are not always adjustable</li>\r\n 	<li>Quite expensive compared to other similar bike trainer models</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/su_list]\r\n<h3>[su_button background=\"#51ef2d\" size=\"8\" wide=\"yes\" center=\"yes\" radius=\"10\"target=\"blank\"  icon=\"icon: shopping-cart\" class=\"check-price\" url=\"http://geni.us/kEOJR\"]Check Prices[/su_button]</h3>\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>\r\n<h2>Conclusion</h2>\r\nIn this review, the top 10 Amazon bike trainers were subjected to exhaustive evaluation in terms of basic features like ease of installation, convenience of use, simplicity of dismantling and so on. While all the reviewed cycling trainers were equipped with the fundamental functionalities, some came with high-end features like connectivity with a range of proprietary and third-party apps. Some bikes were found suitable for amateur and inexperienced bikers while a few were designed for highly experienced and professional cyclists.\r\n\r\nThe best bicycle trainer in terms of affordability was <strong>Conquer Trainer Portable Exercise Magnetic</strong> costing under $60 while the <strong>Ohuhu Magnetic Bicycle Exercise Trainer</strong> offered the best bang for the bucks. <strong>The Magnetic Varies Level Exercise Trainer</strong> was best in terms of material quality and the <strong>CycleOps Indoor Bike Trainer</strong> was the best in terms of features.\r\n<h3>[su_divider top=\"no\" style=\"double\" size=\"20\" class=\"divider\"]</h3>','Best Bike Trainers of 2017 - Buyer’s Guide','','publish','open','open','','best-bike-trainers','','','2017-06-19 11:32:17','2017-06-19 11:32:17','',0,'http://bestofgears.com/?p=286',0,'post','',2),(287,1,'2017-03-31 17:12:04','2017-03-31 17:12:04','Riding a bike outdoors on a sunny day with the wind caressing your hairs or having an adrenaline rush while cruising on a treacherous mountainous path is an experience you must have had sometime in your life. However, if it’s unbearably hot, freezing cold or raining heavily, you’ll not feel like venturing outside even if you happen to be a passionate biker. It is during such eventualities that a stationary cycle trainer comes to your rescue. \r\n\r\nIndoor bike trainers let you simulate actual riding in the comfort of your home and are far more suitable or convenient than exercise bikes that not only happen to be heavier but more expensive as well. Bicycle trainers also known as turbo trainers or stationary bike trainers are ideal for keeping in shape when a hectic schedule, traffic bottleneck or inclement weather keeps you from venturing outside. Indoor bicycle trainers have come a long way since the days of bike rollers-the earliest predecessor of a bike trainer.\r\n\r\nThe stationary bike trainer that started out as a roller unit gradually evolved into a wind bicycle trainer while future upgrades incorporated fluid-dynamics and magnetic-resistance mechanisms. The state-of-the-art bicycle stands for indoor riding enable you to monitor your training pace in a much better manner by letting you compete with other cyclists in an online environment via web-based apps.\r\n\r\n<h2>Value Section</h2>\r\n\r\nThe best stationary training bikes come in perfectly handy not only for riding indoors on days when the weather is unpleasant or unsuitable but also for limbering up prior to a cycling competition. If you’re someone who keeps self fit and trim by biking routinely, then the stationary trainer for bicycle would prove to be immensely versatile for achieving targeted workout sessions. The advanced indoor bicycle trainers are reinforced with extraordinary features and are compatible with the latest apps, adding variety to your training. \r\n\r\nNowadays, different brands of smart bicycle trainers on sale let you keep track of heart-rate as you pedal away on virtual landscapes or mountain tracks and rate or compare your performance with other competing bikers. \r\n\r\n<h2>The broad categories of indoor bike trainers</h2>\r\n\r\nAll stationary bike stands starting from the most basic to the most upgraded exploit the ‘1st law of motion’ where a resistance unit built into a roller creates an opposing force to your pedaling motion. So, when you buy an indoor bicycle trainer stand, you’re basically investing your money on the resistance-generating component or unit. The pricier the bicycle trainer, the better the quality of the unit that offers friction and the more options you’ll have for adjusting or controlling resistance. \r\n\r\nCycle trainers are usually categorised into three broad categories based on the mechanism of friction offered by the resistance-unit. So, you’ve got wind-resistance, fluid-resistance, and magnetic-resistance cycle trainers. There’s also a fourth category-a bike roller trainer (variously called cycling roller)-of turbo trainer that have rolling bars set on a horizontal frame or stand for turning both the front and rear wheels. In order to use a roller bike training stand effectively one should be experienced in exercising on a bicycle trainer as a greater degree of balance is required to keep pedaling on the former.\r\n\r\nWind-resistance trainer:-This type of bike training stand where resistance is provided by a wind-generating fan can get very noisy and also doesn’t have any option for resistance adjustment. Nevertheless, they’re the cheapest type available and suitable for the uninitiated, looking for their first bicycle exercise stand rear wheel.\r\n\r\nFluid-resistance trainer:-A fluid-resistance trainer allows to you increase or decrease the resistance level (according to your convenience) through a handlebar-mount control. An impeller shaft rotating in an oil or fluid bath furnishes the necessary resistance almost silently. A cycle trainer operating on fluid mechanism is more expensive than magnetic or wind trainers. \r\n   \r\nMagnetic-resistance trainer:-A revolving magnetic flywheel creates a magnetic resistance field	giving you a fair degree of liberty for monitoring resistance; bike trainers with electromagnetic flywheels are quieter as well as provide you more control options. ','Best Bike Trainers of 2017 - Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','286-revision-v1','','','2017-03-31 17:12:04','2017-03-31 17:12:04','',286,'http://bestofgears.com/286-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(288,1,'2017-03-31 17:22:28','2017-03-31 17:22:28','Riding a bike outdoors on a sunny day with the wind caressing your hairs or having an adrenaline rush while cruising on a treacherous mountainous path is an experience you must have had sometime in your life. However, if it’s unbearably hot, freezing cold or raining heavily, you’ll not feel like venturing outside even if you happen to be a passionate biker. It is during such eventualities that a stationary cycle trainer comes to your rescue.\r\n\r\nIndoor bike trainers let you simulate actual riding in the comfort of your home and are far more suitable or convenient than exercise bikes that not only happen to be heavier but more expensive as well. Bicycle trainers also known as turbo trainers or stationary bike trainers are ideal for keeping in shape when a hectic schedule, traffic bottleneck or inclement weather keeps you from venturing outside. Indoor bicycle trainers have come a long way since the days of bike rollers-the earliest predecessor of a bike trainer.\r\n\r\nThe stationary bike trainer that started out as a roller unit gradually evolved into a wind bicycle trainer while future upgrades incorporated fluid-dynamics and magnetic-resistance mechanisms. The state-of-the-art bicycle stands for indoor riding enable you to monitor your training pace in a much better manner by letting you compete with other cyclists in an online environment via web-based apps.\r\n<h2>Value Section</h2>\r\nThe best stationary training bikes come in perfectly handy not only for riding indoors on days when the weather is unpleasant or unsuitable but also for limbering up prior to a cycling competition. If you’re someone who keeps self fit and trim by biking routinely, then the stationary trainer for bicycle would prove to be immensely versatile for achieving targeted workout sessions. The advanced indoor bicycle trainers are reinforced with extraordinary features and are compatible with the latest apps, adding variety to your training.\r\n\r\nNowadays, different brands of smart bicycle trainers on sale let you keep track of heart-rate as you pedal away on virtual landscapes or mountain tracks and rate or compare your performance with other competing bikers.\r\n<h2>The broad categories of indoor bike trainers</h2>\r\nAll stationary bike stands starting from the most basic to the most upgraded exploit the ‘1st law of motion’ where a resistance unit built into a roller creates an opposing force to your pedaling motion. So, when you buy an indoor bicycle trainer stand, you’re basically investing your money on the resistance-generating component or unit. The pricier the bicycle trainer, the better the quality of the unit that offers friction and the more options you’ll have for adjusting or controlling resistance.\r\n\r\nCycle trainers are usually categorised into three broad categories based on the mechanism of friction offered by the resistance-unit. So, you’ve got wind-resistance, fluid-resistance, and magnetic-resistance cycle trainers. There’s also a fourth category-a bike roller trainer (variously called cycling roller)-of turbo trainer that have rolling bars set on a horizontal frame or stand for turning both the front and rear wheels. In order to use a roller bike training stand effectively one should be experienced in exercising on a bicycle trainer as a greater degree of balance is required to keep pedaling on the former.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Wind-resistance trainer:</strong> This type of bike training stand where resistance is provided by a wind-generating fan can get very noisy and also doesn’t have any option for resistance adjustment. Nevertheless, they’re the cheapest type available and suitable for the uninitiated, looking for their first bicycle exercise stand rear wheel.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Fluid-resistance trainer:</strong> A fluid-resistance trainer allows to you increase or decrease the resistance level (according to your convenience) through a handlebar-mount control. An impeller shaft rotating in an oil or fluid bath furnishes the necessary resistance almost silently. A cycle trainer operating on fluid mechanism is more expensive than magnetic or wind trainers.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Magnetic-resistance trainer:</strong> A revolving magnetic flywheel creates a magnetic resistance field giving you a fair degree of liberty for monitoring resistance; bike trainers with electromagnetic flywheels are quieter as well as provide you more control options.</li>\r\n</ul>','Best Bike Trainers of 2017 - Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','286-revision-v1','','','2017-03-31 17:22:28','2017-03-31 17:22:28','',286,'http://bestofgears.com/286-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(289,1,'2017-03-31 17:25:05','2017-03-31 17:25:05','Riding a bike outdoors on a sunny day with the wind caressing your hairs or having an adrenaline rush while cruising on a treacherous mountainous path is an experience you must have had sometime in your life. However, if it’s unbearably hot, freezing cold or raining heavily, you’ll not feel like venturing outside even if you happen to be a passionate biker. It is during such eventualities that a stationary cycle trainer comes to your rescue.\r\n\r\nIndoor bike trainers let you simulate actual riding in the comfort of your home and are far more suitable or convenient than exercise bikes that not only happen to be heavier but more expensive as well. Bicycle trainers also known as turbo trainers or stationary bike trainers are ideal for keeping in shape when a hectic schedule, traffic bottleneck or inclement weather keeps you from venturing outside. Indoor bicycle trainers have come a long way since the days of bike rollers-the earliest predecessor of a bike trainer.\r\n\r\nThe stationary bike trainer that started out as a roller unit gradually evolved into a wind bicycle trainer while future upgrades incorporated fluid-dynamics and magnetic-resistance mechanisms. The state-of-the-art bicycle stands for indoor riding enable you to monitor your training pace in a much better manner by letting you compete with other cyclists in an online environment via web-based apps.\r\n<h2>Value Section</h2>\r\nThe best stationary training bikes come in perfectly handy not only for riding indoors on days when the weather is unpleasant or unsuitable but also for limbering up prior to a cycling competition. If you’re someone who keeps self fit and trim by biking routinely, then the stationary trainer for bicycle would prove to be immensely versatile for achieving targeted workout sessions. The advanced indoor bicycle trainers are reinforced with extraordinary features and are compatible with the latest apps, adding variety to your training.\r\n\r\nNowadays, different brands of smart bicycle trainers on sale let you keep track of heart-rate as you pedal away on virtual landscapes or mountain tracks and rate or compare your performance with other competing bikers.\r\n<h2>The broad categories of indoor bike trainers</h2>\r\nAll stationary bike stands starting from the most basic to the most upgraded exploit the ‘1st law of motion’ where a resistance unit built into a roller creates an opposing force to your pedaling motion. So, when you buy an indoor bicycle trainer stand, you’re basically investing your money on the resistance-generating component or unit. The pricier the bicycle trainer, the better the quality of the unit that offers friction and the more options you’ll have for adjusting or controlling resistance.\r\n\r\nCycle trainers are usually categorised into three broad categories based on the mechanism of friction offered by the resistance-unit. So, you’ve got wind-resistance, fluid-resistance, and magnetic-resistance cycle trainers. There’s also a fourth category-a bike roller trainer (variously called cycling roller)-of turbo trainer that have rolling bars set on a horizontal frame or stand for turning both the front and rear wheels. In order to use a roller bike training stand effectively one should be experienced in exercising on a bicycle trainer as a greater degree of balance is required to keep pedaling on the former.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Wind-resistance trainer:</strong> This type of bike training stand where resistance is provided by a wind-generating fan can get very noisy and also doesn’t have any option for resistance adjustment. Nevertheless, they’re the cheapest type available and suitable for the uninitiated, looking for their first bicycle exercise stand rear wheel.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Fluid-resistance trainer:</strong> A fluid-resistance trainer allows to you increase or decrease the resistance level (according to your convenience) through a handlebar-mount control. An impeller shaft rotating in an oil or fluid bath furnishes the necessary resistance almost silently. A cycle trainer operating on fluid mechanism is more expensive than magnetic or wind trainers.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Magnetic-resistance trainer:</strong> A revolving magnetic flywheel creates a magnetic resistance field giving you a fair degree of liberty for monitoring resistance; bike trainers with electromagnetic flywheels are quieter as well as provide you more control options.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Factors to keep in mind while choosing a best bicycle trainer</h2>\r\nThe sort of bicycle trainer stand you’ll opt for will eventually depend upon the frequency of use and also on the intensity level of your indoor bicycling. If you’re intending to train occasionally, just for a few hours over the week, then a wind-trainer will be sufficient. If you wish to train without a fuss or disturbing your neighbors, then a magnetic trainer will do the job.\r\n\r\nAlternatively, if you’re looking to exercise intensively as well as evaluate your performance against specific parameters with the view to improve and fine-tune indoor biking, then settling for a fluid-resistance trainer makes perfect sense. Regardless of whichever brand you finally choose, your best bicycle trainer stand, it should meet the following yardsticks:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>A robust frame:</strong> The best bicycle trainer will inevitably have a hardwearing stand or frame that’ll withstand rough handling as well as tolerate wear and tear for long. At the same time, it should come with legs allowing it be placed firmly on uneven or rough surfaces which keeps it stable when you pedal vigorously.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An adaptable quick-release wheel mount: </strong>A superior quality of home bike training stand comes equipped with a flexible quick-release skewer having adjustable clamps allowing you to mount or fix the bicycle’s rear wheel effortlessly. The premium cycle trainers have cam-locking skewers that are compatible for latching onto quick-releases of wheels of road bikes, mountain bikes, and all-terrain bikes.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An almost silent operation:</strong> Majority of the cycling trainers, barring a few select models, has rollers and resistance units that produce some degree of noise. In this respect, the wind trainers are the noisiest while the magnetic models are moderately loud and the fluid trainers are comparatively quieter. Direct-drive indoor bike trainers which have sprockets that directly latch on to your bicycle’s chain (and thereby does away with the need to hook up with the back wheel) are also remarkably quiet.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Easy installation and dismantling:</strong> Another feature that makes a bicycle trainer a good buy is the convenience it offers with respect to installation and folding. A heavier frame with large feet facilitates firm placement while compactness makes installation easy in a cramped space as well as helps in flat folding.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Add-ons (optional):</strong> The more the accessories, the greater the ease and flexibility you’ve with using your best bicycle trainer stand. A front-wheel block or stand and a trainer mat contribute towards improving balance and reducing noise respectively. Add-ons are simply what they’re: add-ons or extras and therefore not essential. Therefore, accessories are rarely a part of the standard equipment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Areas or places where a stationary trainer for bicycle can be installed</h2>\r\nThe versatility and flexibility of Amazon bike trainers enable these indoor cycle trainers to be used across-the-board. You’ll come across a bike trainer in a gym, fitness club, athletic training center, tennis club, golf club, and in a warm-up zone for bikers participating in a cycling competition. Most high-profile corporate organizations and multinational corporations have a separate area or zone where employees can physically exert themselves.\r\n\r\nThese areas are lined up with different type of workout equipment including of course indoor bike trainers. Besides the aforementioned areas, you’re likely to find stationary bike stands in gyms of hotels, resorts, condominiums, gated residential communities, housing societies, and even in flats and homes of many individuals.','Best Bike Trainers of 2017 - Buyer’s Guide','','inherit','closed','closed','','286-revision-v1','','','2017-03-31 17:25:05','2017-03-31 17:25:05','',286,'http://bestofgears.com/286-revision-v1/',0,'revision','',0),(290,1,'2017-03-31 17:32:02','2017-03-31 17:32:02','[[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/enoj3c\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-1-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Indoor Bike Trainer Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand by Conquer\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-899\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/enoj3c\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">Conquer Indoor Bike Trainer Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/enoj3c\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/idUy\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-2-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Indoor Bike Trainer Exercise Stand, Orange by Gavin\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-900\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/idUy\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">Indoor Bike Trainer Exercise Stand, Orange<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/idUy\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/BApnj\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-3-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Kinetic Road Machine 2.0 Fluid Trainer\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-901\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/BApnj\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">Kinetic Road Machine 2.0 Bike Trainer<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/BApnj\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/On00Bg\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-4-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"RAD Cycle Products Indoor Portable Magnetic Work Out Bicycle Trainer\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-902\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/On00Bg\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">http:\\/\\/RAD Cycle Products Indoor Portable Magnetic Work Out Bicycle Trainer<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/On00Bg\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/7Xnlku\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-5-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Bike Lane Pro Trainer Bicycle Indoor Trainer Exercise Machine Ride All Year\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-903\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/7Xnlku\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">Bike Lane Pro Trainer Bicycle Indoor Trainer Exercise Machine Ride All Year<\\/a>\\n\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/7Xnlku\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/BdJh\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-6-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Ohuhu Magnet Steel Bike Bicycle Indoor Exercise Trainer\\\" width=\\\"150\\\" height=\\\"150\\\" class=\\\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-904\\\" \\/><\\/a>\",\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/BdJh\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">Ohuhu Magnet Steel Bike Bicycle Indoor Exercise Trainer<\\/a>\",\"<a  class=\\\"products-price\\\" href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/BdJh\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\">See Price<\\/a>\"],[\"<a href=\\\"http:\\/\\/geni.us\\/08zkYTa\\\"><img src=\\\"http:\\/\\/bestofgears.com\\/wp-content\\/uploads\\/2017\\/03\\/Bike-Trainers-2017-7-150x150.jpg\\\" alt=\\\"Magnetic 8 Levels Resistance Turbo Trainer For Bike w Front Wheel Block &amp; 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However, if it’s unbearably hot, freezing cold or raining heavily, you’ll not feel like venturing outside even if you happen to be a passionate biker. It is during such eventualities that a stationary cycle trainer comes to your rescue.\r\n\r\nIndoor bike trainers let you simulate actual riding in the comfort of your home and are far more suitable or convenient than exercise bikes that not only happen to be heavier but more expensive as well. Bicycle trainers also known as turbo trainers or stationary bike trainers are ideal for keeping in shape when a hectic schedule, traffic bottleneck or inclement weather keeps you from venturing outside. Indoor bicycle trainers have come a long way since the days of bike rollers-the earliest predecessor of a bike trainer.\r\n\r\nThe stationary bike trainer that started out as a roller unit gradually evolved into a wind bicycle trainer while future upgrades incorporated fluid-dynamics and magnetic-resistance mechanisms. The state-of-the-art bicycle stands for indoor riding enable you to monitor your training pace in a much better manner by letting you compete with other cyclists in an online environment via web-based apps.\r\n<h2>Value Section</h2>\r\nThe best stationary training bikes come in perfectly handy not only for riding indoors on days when the weather is unpleasant or unsuitable but also for limbering up prior to a cycling competition. If you’re someone who keeps self fit and trim by biking routinely, then the stationary trainer for bicycle would prove to be immensely versatile for achieving targeted workout sessions. The advanced indoor bicycle trainers are reinforced with extraordinary features and are compatible with the latest apps, adding variety to your training.\r\n\r\nNowadays, different brands of smart bicycle trainers on sale let you keep track of heart-rate as you pedal away on virtual landscapes or mountain tracks and rate or compare your performance with other competing bikers.\r\n<h2>The broad categories of indoor bike trainers</h2>\r\nAll stationary bike stands starting from the most basic to the most upgraded exploit the ‘1st law of motion’ where a resistance unit built into a roller creates an opposing force to your pedaling motion. So, when you buy an indoor bicycle trainer stand, you’re basically investing your money on the resistance-generating component or unit. The pricier the bicycle trainer, the better the quality of the unit that offers friction and the more options you’ll have for adjusting or controlling resistance.\r\n\r\nCycle trainers are usually categorised into three broad categories based on the mechanism of friction offered by the resistance-unit. So, you’ve got wind-resistance, fluid-resistance, and magnetic-resistance cycle trainers. There’s also a fourth category-a bike roller trainer (variously called cycling roller)-of turbo trainer that have rolling bars set on a horizontal frame or stand for turning both the front and rear wheels. In order to use a roller bike training stand effectively one should be experienced in exercising on a bicycle trainer as a greater degree of balance is required to keep pedaling on the former.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Wind-resistance trainer:</strong> This type of bike training stand where resistance is provided by a wind-generating fan can get very noisy and also doesn’t have any option for resistance adjustment. Nevertheless, they’re the cheapest type available and suitable for the uninitiated, looking for their first bicycle exercise stand rear wheel.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Fluid-resistance trainer:</strong> A fluid-resistance trainer allows to you increase or decrease the resistance level (according to your convenience) through a handlebar-mount control. An impeller shaft rotating in an oil or fluid bath furnishes the necessary resistance almost silently. A cycle trainer operating on fluid mechanism is more expensive than magnetic or wind trainers.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Magnetic-resistance trainer:</strong> A revolving magnetic flywheel creates a magnetic resistance field giving you a fair degree of liberty for monitoring resistance; bike trainers with electromagnetic flywheels are quieter as well as provide you more control options.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Factors to keep in mind while choosing a best bicycle trainer</h2>\r\nThe sort of bicycle trainer stand you’ll opt for will eventually depend upon the frequency of use and also on the intensity level of your indoor bicycling. If you’re intending to train occasionally, just for a few hours over the week, then a wind-trainer will be sufficient. If you wish to train without a fuss or disturbing your neighbors, then a magnetic trainer will do the job.\r\n\r\nAlternatively, if you’re looking to exercise intensively as well as evaluate your performance against specific parameters with the view to improve and fine-tune indoor biking, then settling for a fluid-resistance trainer makes perfect sense. Regardless of whichever brand you finally choose, your best bicycle trainer stand, it should meet the following yardsticks:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>A robust frame:</strong> The best bicycle trainer will inevitably have a hardwearing stand or frame that’ll withstand rough handling as well as tolerate wear and tear for long. At the same time, it should come with legs allowing it be placed firmly on uneven or rough surfaces which keeps it stable when you pedal vigorously.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An adaptable quick-release wheel mount: </strong>A superior quality of home bike training stand comes equipped with a flexible quick-release skewer having adjustable clamps allowing you to mount or fix the bicycle’s rear wheel effortlessly. The premium cycle trainers have cam-locking skewers that are compatible for latching onto quick-releases of wheels of road bikes, mountain bikes, and all-terrain bikes.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An almost silent operation:</strong> Majority of the cycling trainers, barring a few select models, has rollers and resistance units that produce some degree of noise. In this respect, the wind trainers are the noisiest while the magnetic models are moderately loud and the fluid trainers are comparatively quieter. Direct-drive indoor bike trainers which have sprockets that directly latch on to your bicycle’s chain (and thereby does away with the need to hook up with the back wheel) are also remarkably quiet.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Easy installation and dismantling:</strong> Another feature that makes a bicycle trainer a good buy is the convenience it offers with respect to installation and folding. A heavier frame with large feet facilitates firm placement while compactness makes installation easy in a cramped space as well as helps in flat folding.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Add-ons (optional):</strong> The more the accessories, the greater the ease and flexibility you’ve with using your best bicycle trainer stand. A front-wheel block or stand and a trainer mat contribute towards improving balance and reducing noise respectively. Add-ons are simply what they’re: add-ons or extras and therefore not essential. Therefore, accessories are rarely a part of the standard equipment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Areas or places where a stationary trainer for bicycle can be installed</h2>\r\nThe versatility and flexibility of Amazon bike trainers enable these indoor cycle trainers to be used across-the-board. You’ll come across a bike trainer in a gym, fitness club, athletic training center, tennis club, golf club, and in a warm-up zone for bikers participating in a cycling competition. Most high-profile corporate organizations and multinational corporations have a separate area or zone where employees can physically exert themselves.\r\n\r\nThese areas are lined up with different type of workout equipment including of course indoor bike trainers. 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a bike outdoors on a sunny day with the wind caressing your hairs or having an adrenaline rush while cruising on a treacherous mountainous path is an experience you must have had sometime in your life. However, if it’s unbearably hot, freezing cold or raining heavily, you’ll not feel like venturing outside even if you happen to be a passionate biker. It is during such eventualities that a stationary cycle trainer comes to your rescue.\r\n\r\nIndoor bike trainers let you simulate actual riding in the comfort of your home and are far more suitable or convenient than exercise bikes that not only happen to be heavier but more expensive as well. Bicycle trainers also known as turbo trainers or stationary bike trainers are ideal for keeping in shape when a hectic schedule, traffic bottleneck or inclement weather keeps you from venturing outside. Indoor bicycle trainers have come a long way since the days of bike rollers-the earliest predecessor of a bike trainer.\r\n\r\nThe stationary bike trainer that started out as a roller unit gradually evolved into a wind bicycle trainer while future upgrades incorporated fluid-dynamics and magnetic-resistance mechanisms. The state-of-the-art bicycle stands for indoor riding enable you to monitor your training pace in a much better manner by letting you compete with other cyclists in an online environment via web-based apps.\r\n<h2>Value Section</h2>\r\nThe best stationary training bikes come in perfectly handy not only for riding indoors on days when the weather is unpleasant or unsuitable but also for limbering up prior to a cycling competition. If you’re someone who keeps self fit and trim by biking routinely, then the stationary trainer for bicycle would prove to be immensely versatile for achieving targeted workout sessions. The advanced indoor bicycle trainers are reinforced with extraordinary features and are compatible with the latest apps, adding variety to your training.\r\n\r\nNowadays, different brands of smart bicycle trainers on sale let you keep track of heart-rate as you pedal away on virtual landscapes or mountain tracks and rate or compare your performance with other competing bikers.\r\n<h2>The broad categories of indoor bike trainers</h2>\r\nAll stationary bike stands starting from the most basic to the most upgraded exploit the ‘1st law of motion’ where a resistance unit built into a roller creates an opposing force to your pedaling motion. So, when you buy an indoor bicycle trainer stand, you’re basically investing your money on the resistance-generating component or unit. The pricier the bicycle trainer, the better the quality of the unit that offers friction and the more options you’ll have for adjusting or controlling resistance.\r\n\r\nCycle trainers are usually categorised into three broad categories based on the mechanism of friction offered by the resistance-unit. So, you’ve got wind-resistance, fluid-resistance, and magnetic-resistance cycle trainers. There’s also a fourth category-a bike roller trainer (variously called cycling roller)-of turbo trainer that have rolling bars set on a horizontal frame or stand for turning both the front and rear wheels. In order to use a roller bike training stand effectively one should be experienced in exercising on a bicycle trainer as a greater degree of balance is required to keep pedaling on the former.\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Wind-resistance trainer:</strong> This type of bike training stand where resistance is provided by a wind-generating fan can get very noisy and also doesn’t have any option for resistance adjustment. Nevertheless, they’re the cheapest type available and suitable for the uninitiated, looking for their first bicycle exercise stand rear wheel.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Fluid-resistance trainer:</strong> A fluid-resistance trainer allows to you increase or decrease the resistance level (according to your convenience) through a handlebar-mount control. An impeller shaft rotating in an oil or fluid bath furnishes the necessary resistance almost silently. A cycle trainer operating on fluid mechanism is more expensive than magnetic or wind trainers.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Magnetic-resistance trainer:</strong> A revolving magnetic flywheel creates a magnetic resistance field giving you a fair degree of liberty for monitoring resistance; bike trainers with electromagnetic flywheels are quieter as well as provide you more control options.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Factors to keep in mind while choosing a best bicycle trainer</h2>\r\nThe sort of bicycle trainer stand you’ll opt for will eventually depend upon the frequency of use and also on the intensity level of your indoor bicycling. If you’re intending to train occasionally, just for a few hours over the week, then a wind-trainer will be sufficient. If you wish to train without a fuss or disturbing your neighbors, then a magnetic trainer will do the job.\r\n\r\nAlternatively, if you’re looking to exercise intensively as well as evaluate your performance against specific parameters with the view to improve and fine-tune indoor biking, then settling for a fluid-resistance trainer makes perfect sense. Regardless of whichever brand you finally choose, your best bicycle trainer stand, it should meet the following yardsticks:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>A robust frame:</strong> The best bicycle trainer will inevitably have a hardwearing stand or frame that’ll withstand rough handling as well as tolerate wear and tear for long. At the same time, it should come with legs allowing it be placed firmly on uneven or rough surfaces which keeps it stable when you pedal vigorously.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An adaptable quick-release wheel mount: </strong>A superior quality of home bike training stand comes equipped with a flexible quick-release skewer having adjustable clamps allowing you to mount or fix the bicycle’s rear wheel effortlessly. The premium cycle trainers have cam-locking skewers that are compatible for latching onto quick-releases of wheels of road bikes, mountain bikes, and all-terrain bikes.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>An almost silent operation:</strong> Majority of the cycling trainers, barring a few select models, has rollers and resistance units that produce some degree of noise. In this respect, the wind trainers are the noisiest while the magnetic models are moderately loud and the fluid trainers are comparatively quieter. Direct-drive indoor bike trainers which have sprockets that directly latch on to your bicycle’s chain (and thereby does away with the need to hook up with the back wheel) are also remarkably quiet.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Easy installation and dismantling:</strong> Another feature that makes a bicycle trainer a good buy is the convenience it offers with respect to installation and folding. A heavier frame with large feet facilitates firm placement while compactness makes installation easy in a cramped space as well as helps in flat folding.</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Add-ons (optional):</strong> The more the accessories, the greater the ease and flexibility you’ve with using your best bicycle trainer stand. A front-wheel block or stand and a trainer mat contribute towards improving balance and reducing noise respectively. Add-ons are simply what they’re: add-ons or extras and therefore not essential. Therefore, accessories are rarely a part of the standard equipment.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>Areas or places where a stationary trainer for bicycle can be installed</h2>\r\nThe versatility and flexibility of Amazon bike trainers enable these indoor cycle trainers to be used across-the-board. You’ll come across a bike trainer in a gym, fitness club, athletic training center, tennis club, golf club, and in a warm-up zone for bikers participating in a cycling competition. Most high-profile corporate organizations and multinational corporations have a separate area or zone where employees can physically exert themselves.\r\n\r\nThese areas are lined up with different type of workout equipment including of course indoor bike trainers. Besides the aforementioned areas, you’re likely to find stationary bike stands in gyms of hotels, resorts, condominiums, gated residential communities, housing societies, and even in flats and homes of many individuals.\r\n\r\n[table id=7 /]\r\n\r\n<h2>Conquer Indoor Bike Trainer Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand</h2>\r\n\r\nThe Portable Exercise Bicycle Magnetic Stand from Conquer is one of the most affordable Amazon bike trainers that let you stay fit and in good shape when heavy precipitation or icy weather discourages from biking outdoors. This is one bicycle indoor trainer stand that has been specially designed for fitness freaks starting to gather the experience of pedaling on a stationary turbo trainer. It is an indoor cycle trainer easy to install owing to the flexible framework comprising an A-styled steel stand that can be placed stably on any even surface. \r\n\r\nThe mounting cups at the ends of the two arms of the stand facilitate installation on uneven or rough floors. Quick-release skewer supplied with the pack helps in quickly securing your bike’s back-wheel to the trainer stand. A rubber-backed riser block too has been provided for stabilizing the front-wheel while and preventing it from vibrating during an indoor pedaling session. \r\n\r\nA smooth knob built into the magnetic flywheel assists in monitoring the resistance in accordance with the intensity of your training. The compact form factor of the Conquer bike roller trainer also helps in carrying and storing the same conveniently. 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