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The Presidential Traverse Hiking, Backpacking, and Trail Running Guide
Aubri Drake
The Presidential Traverse Hiking, Backpacking, and Trail Running Guide
Aubri Drake

The Presidential Traverse is a 19-mile technical hike through the heart of the White Mountains in New Hampshire, with epic views and historic mountain huts with amenities.

Aubri Drake
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HOKA Mach 7 Review: A Fast, Lightweight Daily Trainer That Won't Break the Bank
Becca Downs
HOKA Mach 7 Review: A Fast, Lightweight Daily Trainer That Won't Break the Bank
Becca Downs

We tested the HOKA Mach 7 road running shoes, a versatile, lightweight, shoe that balances cushion and responsiveness for daily training runs and workouts.

Becca Downs
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Outdoor Battery Strategy Guide: How to Keep Your Electronics Charged on the Trail
Naomi Hudetz
Outdoor Battery Strategy Guide: How to Keep Your Electronics Charged on the Trail
Naomi Hudetz

Stop running out of battery in the backcountry. A thru-hiker's guide to power banks, charging routines, and cold-weather battery management for hikers.

Naomi Hudetz
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Best Dog Leashes of 2026
Jae Thomas
Best Dog Leashes of 2026
Jae Thomas

A professional dog trainer tested the 9 best dog leashes of 2026—from the Mendota Snap Leash to bungee picks for hiking, running, and training.

Jae Thomas
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Best Road Running Shoes for Men of 2026
Sam Schild
Best Road Running Shoes for Men of 2026
Sam Schild

Find the best road running shoes for men in 2026, tested for comfort, speed, and durability. Explore top picks for daily training, racing, and long-distance runs.

Sam Schild
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Arc’teryx Gamma Hoody Softshell Jacket Review
Stasia Stockwell
Arc’teryx Gamma Hoody Softshell Jacket Review
Stasia Stockwell

After multiple seasons in the Rockies and Utah, here's our honest take on whether the $300 Arc'teryx Gamma Hoody softshell is worth the price.

Stasia Stockwell
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Six Moon Designs Lunar Orbiter Review: The Cottage-Brand Freestanding Tent We've Been Waiting For
Six Moon Designs Lunar Orbiter Review: The Cottage-Brand Freestanding Tent We've Been Waiting For

The Six Moon Designs Lunar Orbiter is a freestanding ultralight tent with dual vestibules and a silpoly build. We tested it for 2 years in wind, rain, and snow.

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Nitecore NU25 MCT Series Headlamp Review
Mike Unger & Liz Thomas & Naomi Hudetz
Nitecore NU25 MCT Series Headlamp Review
Mike Unger & Liz Thomas & Naomi Hudetz

A long-term, in-depth review of the updated Nitecore NU25 UL with MCT (Multi Color Temperatures). We consider battery life, comfort, brightness, ease of use and more.

Mike Unger & Liz Thomas & Naomi Hudetz

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Best Baby and Toddler Carriers for Hiking of 2026
Best Baby and Toddler Carriers for Hiking of 2026

To find the best child hiking carrier for babies and toddlers, we reviewed backpacks and tested the Osprey Poco line, Deuter Kid Comfort, Kelty, Thule, and more

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Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026
Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026

We put in 230 hours of research and 620 days of trail testing to review the best GPS and ABC watches for hiking, backpacking, and multisport outdoor activities.

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Best Hiking Leggings of 2026
Best Hiking Leggings of 2026

We tested the most popular hiking tights and leggings for fit, comfort, pockets, sun protection, moisture-wicking, quick-drying and more.

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Best Road Running Shoes for Men of 2026
Best Road Running Shoes for Men of 2026

Find the best road running shoes for men in 2026, tested for comfort, speed, and durability. Explore top picks for daily training, racing, and long-distance runs.

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✨We're thrilled to announce that after many years, we finally have a dedicated Men's Trail Running Shoes guide!✨⁠ ⁠ Whether you're trail running, jogging gravel in an urban park, or backpacking or thru-hiking in trail runners, we review the top rated
A good handlebar bag is likely one of the first bike bags you’ll buy.⁠ ⁠ Whether you’re looking for the best handlebar bags to get your burrito from the taqueria to the park, or to help carry your camping gear on a weekend trip, we’
We've tested nearly two dozen pairs of women's running shorts over 4 years of year-round trail running. ⁠ ⁠ Our goal over thousands of miles of running is to find the best of 2023 (we also have a men's trail running shorts guide!)⁠ ⁠ That's right--th
We've spent the past 2 years and 1000s of miles testing the @sixmoondesigns Swift X backpacking backpack.⁠ ⁠ Finally, for the first time, we sit down and wrote an in-depth review on why we like this backpack.⁠ ⁠ W’ve carried the Swift X on thru
Whether you're bikepacking the desert or commuting on a hot day, a water and a way to hold your water bottle are essential. 💧⁠ ⁠ Our goal is to help you find possibly the last water bottle cage you need to purchase. ⁠ ⁠ Over decades of riding our bi
⁠ Sure, it looks good in town. But how does the Patagonia R1 Hoody perform on trail runs, hikes, skiing, climbing, and biking?⁠ ⁠ We do a deep dive into the Patagonia R1 Hoody, a classic fleece, to see how it really performs--and whether it's worth t
Not all sun shirts are made equal. We've spent 4 years testing nearly 2 dozen sun shirts on summits, backpacking trips, thru-hikes, and camping trips in the desert. Here's what we found:⁠ ⁠ ✅ get the sun shirt with lightest fabric cuz some of these s

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