We researched 62 of the most-talked about fanny packs in outdoor media and popular news stories. Then we tested the 11 most promising waist packs for hiking. After an estimated 75 miles of hiking, long bike rides, and visits to the farmer’s market, here are the best fanny packs for leisurely strolls, intense hikes, or a ride through town.
Read MoreWe review human waste bags and wag bags for ease-of-use to find the best odorproof and leakproof toilet kits for camping, climbing, backpacking and emergencies
Read MoreIn-depth, long-term review of the Hest Dually mattress. We test for comfort, portability, and ease-of-use and cleaning for camping, camper vans, vanlife, and base camping.
Read MoreFind the best rain pants for hiking. Our expert guide provides field-tested recommendations, ensuring you stay dry and comfortable on the trails.
Read MoreLong-term review of the Trelino Evo Composting portable toilet for camping, overlanding, and vanlife. We test ease of use, stability, durability, odor control and leakproofness.
Read MoreIn-depth review of the new Nemo Forte Endless Promise sleeping bag, with a spoon-shaped design and sustainable materials.
Read MoreWhether you need a lightweight pair of hiking pants that will keep you cool in high temperatures or a heavy-duty pair that can handle the most demanding of terrains, here are our winners for the best hiking pants for men.
Read MoreWith long battery life, durability, full smartwatch capabilities, and superior mapping capabilities, the fenix 7 Pro is our top pick for endurance activities.
Read MoreAn in-depth review of the Nemo Disco Endless Promise eco-friendly sleeping bag for warmth, comfort, weight, packability, ease of use, and sustainability based on testing while backpacking and camping.
Read MoreWe researched the 100 most popular winter gloves, liner gloves, heated gloves, and mittens to find the best gloves for running, cycling, extreme cold, and touchscreen usage. We found thin, lightweight, unbulky gloves with great dexterity.
Read MoreWe review 44 down jackets to find the 7 best puffy jackets for most outdoor activities: hiking, camping, backpacking to around town—ultralight to extreme cold
Read MoreTested on ice and snow from Maine to Alaska, here’s our review of the best men’s winter boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction.
We test the Nemo Disco sleeping bag for warmth, comfort, weight, packability, and ease of use while backpacking and camping.
Read MoreWe review the best 4-season tents for mountaineering, backcountry ski trips, gusty winds, cold weather, heavy precipitation, and challenging conditions. We looked for 4-season tents with headroom, easy set-up, solid pole structure, good ventilation and that can take heavy snow loads.
Read MoreGarmin inReach Messenger in-depth review — easy-to-use, affordable satellite communicator (vs. inReach Mini) with emergency SOS, 2-way texting, weather, and more.
Read MoreWe tested the top women’s winter boots for ice and snow from Maine to Alaska. We review the best boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction
Read MoreI've learned a lot in my research and experiences with plus size outdoor clothing, and it's important to spread that knowledge so that others don't have to struggle. All bodies, all intersections of people and experiences, deserve access to nature — and they deserve gear and outdoor clothing that will allow them to do so safely and comfortably.
Read MoreWe spent 200+ nights testing the best headlamps for brightness, battery life, comfort, and ease of use for backpacking, hiking, running, climbing, and camping.
Read MoreWe spent 1 year testing 10 outdoor blankets for warmth and waterproofing to find down, fleece, puffy, and picnic blankets that resist stains and are easy to wash.
Read MoreThe Patagonia Micro Puff is our favorite synthetic insulated jacket with an incredible warmth-to-weight ratio and retains its warmth when wet.
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