We spent 200+ nights testing the best headlamps for brightness, battery life, comfort, and ease of use for backpacking, hiking, running, climbing, and camping.
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In-depth, long-term review of the Osprey Exos Pro and Eja Pro backpacking backpack for thru-hikes and lightweight backpacking trips.
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The HMG Junction backpacking backpack is a favorite of thru-hikers and ultralight backpackers who want water-resistant and durable Dyneema material in a simple design.
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Our favorite lightweight backpacking backpack for hikers on a budget, the Granite Gear Crown3 60 is a full-featured pack that weighs ~2 pounds with removable features to get even lighter.
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In-depth review of the Gossamer Gear Mariposa lightweight backpacking backpack for comfort, durability, ventilation, pocket organization, and long-term use on thru-hikes.
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We researched, tested, and used our own experience to find the best lightweight backpacks for backpacking. We researched 20 packs to find the best overall for most people, best Dyneema (DCF), high volume, heavy loads, budget, frameless ultralight packs for multi-day trips in the backcountry.
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Looking for that perfect trail shoe – one that's not too light and not too heavy? The Danner Trail 2650 has that just-right balance.
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We put in 70 hours of research and 400 days of trail testing to review the best GPS and ABC watches for hiking, backpacking, and multisport outdoor activities.
In-depth review of the Shokz OpenFit earbuds, wireless bluetooth headphones for situational awareness including hiking and biking. We consider battery life, sweat and waterproofness, and more.
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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
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We’ve tested the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo over thousands of backpacking and bikepacking miles. It’s roomy, durable, easy to pitch, and storm-worthy.
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Updated for 2024, our gear list and strategy for the Appalachian Trail prepares you for a thru-hike or long distance section of the AT. As weather and ecosystems change, so should your gear. Here’s what we’ve learned from 5 thru-hikes and 11,000 AT miles of trial-and-error.
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More than just a gear list, read our comprehensive gear strategy for the Pacific Crest Trail. As weather and ecosystems change, so should your gear. Here’s what we’ve learned in 20,000 PCT miles of trial-and-error.
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One of few people to thru-hike the PCT northbound and southbound weighs in on the differences in gear and strategy. Here’s the gear, strategy, and plan for PCT NOBO vs. SOBO.
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Comfort, durability, volume, and customizable options make the lightweight Six Moon Designs Swift X backpack our favorite for backpacking and thru hiking.
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We tested the best wireless earbuds, behind the neck, and Bluetooth headphones for thousands of miles, while running, hiking, biking, and working out.
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We rode 1000s of miles for this review of the best touring bikes from Trek 520, Surly, and Fuji Bikes. From the most affordable to the best for long distance.
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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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