An easy-to-use, compact, lightweight double-walled backpacking tent with the perks of a traditional backpacking tent.
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We tested backpacking quilts side-by-side for 8 months. Discover a lighter, more versatile alternative to traditional sleeping bags.
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We taste test and compare 24 instant coffees to find the best specialty coffee, budget, grocery-store available, bulk, powder, freeze-dried, and most caffeine. Our review compares Starbucks VIA · Mount Hagen · Nescafé · First Ascent · SwiftCup · Four Sigmatic · Canyon · Cascadia · Alpine Start · Voila · Waka · Trader Joe's
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Whether you’re day hiking, swimming at the local watering hole, camping, at the park, or relaxing in your very own backyard, as a hammock camper you’ll be the envy of every ground dweller around.
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Stay cool, dry, and comfortable with the right hiking shorts. Our review focuses on features such as fabric technology, pocket utility, fit, and overall design.
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We tested and compared the best backpacks for dogs for day hiking, backpacking, and urban use. We considered straps, saddlebags, and harnesses for small dogs and large dogs.
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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.
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Garmin’s GPSMAP 67i is simply the best all around handheld GPS satellite communication device we’ve tested.
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In-depth review of the new Nemo Forte Endless Promise sleeping bag, with a spoon-shaped design and sustainable materials.
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The HOKA Speedgoat 5 is one of our favorite shoes for hiking, backpacking, and, of course, trail running. These shoes are suited for everything from long and smooth dirt trails to rock hopping across scree fields with a backpacking backpack or a small running vest.
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The ultimate gear test: if you suddenly needed to replace all of your gear, what would you buy? Without question, the Katabatic Palisade quilt wins that test.
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An 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.
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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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We test the Nemo Disco sleeping bag for warmth, comfort, weight, packability, and ease of use while backpacking and camping.
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Thru-hikers share what’s in their backpacking backpack. Gear lists for an ultralight, super ultralight (SUL), and comfort trail kit for AT, PCT, and JMT hikes.
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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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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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