Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2024/25

We put in 125 hours of research and 500 days of trail testing to review the best GPS and ABC watches for hiking, backpacking, and multisport outdoor activities.

Best Winter Traction Devices of 2024/25 (MICROspikes and Crampons)

Looking for a way to stay upright in icy conditions? Sure-footed traction in snow and ice allows you to carry your outdoor life into the shoulder seasons and beyond.

Best Backpacking Quilts of 2024

We tested backpacking quilts side-by-side for 8 months. Discover a lighter, more versatile alternative to traditional sleeping bags.

backpacking, Thru-Hiking & Backpacking, Thru-hikingTiffany SearsdoddMay 31, 2024ultralight quilt, ultralight backpacking quilt, ultralight, backpacking, backpacking gear, tiffany searsdodd

ULA Circuit Backpack Review

Long-term, in-depth review of the ULA Circuit backpacking backpack for lightweight hikers, thru-hiking, and hiking with dogs.

backpacking, Thru-hikingSara KruglinskiApril 29, 2024ULA, ULA Circuit, backpacking backpack, backpacking gear, backpacking, ultralight, sara kruglinski

Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker Tent Review

In-depth gear review of the Six Moon Designs Skyscape Trekker tent, among the best solo shelters for backpacking, bikepacking and thru-hiking backed 1000+ miles testing

backpacking, Thru-Hiking & Backpacking, Thru-hikingMike UngerFebruary 19, 2024backpacking tent, solo backpacking tent, backpacking tents, single product review, single product, backpacking, backpacking gear, mike unger

Garmin Instinct GPS Watch Long-Term Review

After 8 months and 8 million steps, we still believe the Garmin Instinct is the best hiking GPS watch for most people. Here’s pros and cons after long-term use with this ABC watch.

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