Gear Guide

Help tired feet recover with recovery shoes for runners—sandals, slides, and slippers. We tested passive and active recovery shoes for easing pain or plantar fasciitis.

An ultralight tent or tarp is key if you want to move quickly and comfortably. These shelters will protect you from wind, rain, snow, and sleet.

The best solar shower bags and electric portable camping showers for campers, backpacking, overlanding and emergencies. We test for temperature, speed to hot water, water pressure, and ease of use.

Explore our top picks for MTB glasses—designed to help protect your eyes and enhance visibility while riding trails in a variety of conditions.

We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for women, looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.

We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for men looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.

Keep your dog cool and safe when active in the summer heat with the best dog cooling vests—tested on real pups in real heat.

We test climbing chalk bags to find the best for climbers. From gym climbing, to alpine climbing and multi-pitch routes to chalk buckets for bouldering, we find chalk bags for all kinds of climbing.

Discover the top contenders for the best climbing chalk! We've researched and tested the leading brands to help you make an informed choice.

The Peak Design travel and commuter pack is durable, sleek, well-organized, and a jet-setter’s dream with excellent technology and photography camera pockets.

Explore our comprehensive guide to the best hiking skirts and dresses and embark on your next outdoor adventure with confidence and style!

Choosing the right pair of trail running shorts matters. Make sure they're breathable, moisture-wicking, lightweight, and have a good waistband and pockets.

A lightweight and responsive trail running shoe with plush cushioning, a wide fit, and nitrogen-infused foam for long-distance comfort.

A detailed review of the Osprey Sojourn Porter 46 Travel Pack—durable, carry-on-sized, and designed for organized, comfortable travel.

We tested 22 different lightweight travel coffeemakers to find the best camping coffee brewers. We included the AeroPress, pour over, percolator coffee pots, and french press portable coffeemakers for on-the-go travel, backpacking, bikepacking, and car camping. AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press · Hario V60 · MSR Mugmate · GSI Outdoors Enamel Percolator · ESPRO Ultralight Travel Press Bottle

We tested insulated tumblers to keep drinks hot or cold for hours. Durable, versatile, and perfect for commuting, outdoor adventures, or everyday use.

We review 14 portable foldable tables to find the best camp tables—including best camp kitchen cook station, sturdy camp dining table, and folding ultralight table.

Water bottles are vital to keeping us hydrated outdoors- whether it’s for a day hike, a camping trip, or backpacking. We tested wide mouth Nalgenes, collapsible, glass, and vacuum insulated bottles from Yeti, Hydro Flask, and Klean Kanteen and more, comparing 17 bottles side-by-side.

The Sea to Summit Ether Light XT sleeping pad is one of the most comfortable, best warmth-to-weight ratio pads we’ve tested recently. Here’s our verdict on the Sea to Summit Ether Light XT and Ether Light Extreme, and a review of their similarities and differences.

Is the North Face Wawona 6 worth the premium price? Our hands-on review covers real-world performance, space, and whether it's right for you.

We researched and tested dozens of camping chairs from Coleman, Kijaro, Helinox, Yeti, including camp chairs for beach day, bad backs, tailgating, and portable seats for music festivals.

We tested the HOKA Kaha 3 for durability, weatherproofing, and comfort on long hikes. Here’s how it performed on the trail.

Wet wading shoes for fly fishing are a lightweight, affordable alternative to wading boots. We review the best wet wading shoes and wading sandals for fly fishing

Find the best road running shoes for men in 2025, tested for comfort, speed, and durability. Explore top picks for daily training, racing, and long-distance runs.

Incredible battery life and extensive tracking metrics make the Garmin Instinct 3 our favorite GPS watch for hiking.

We tested the Sea to Summit Ultralight Insulated Air Sleeping Pad over thousands of miles. It’s incredibly comfortable but still light enough and packable for backpacking.

Are the Patagonia Wind Shield Pants worth it? We tested their wind resistance, breathability, and comfort to see how they perform in wet and cold-weather activities.

Discover the best dry bags with our comprehensive guide, covering top models, key features, and how to choose the perfect dry bag for your next adventure.

To find the best PFDs, we researched and tested the most popular Type I, Type III, Type V, women’s PFD, fishing PFDs, and budget PFD from Astral, NRS, Stohlquist, and Stearns. The one thing that all boaters can agree on is that personal safety is paramount.