What were the favorite things you bought in May 2026? Summer is (almost!) here and hiking, running, and biking gear is in! See what made the top 26 summer outdoor gear for 2026 and why we think this is the year of sun gear.
We tested the Arc’teryx Beta SV Jacket to see how its GORE-TEX PRO ePE construction, storm-ready design, and alpine-focused durability perform in real-world winter mountain conditions.
Find the best women's biker shorts from expert testing and reviews. We tested biker shorts for hiking, running, and outdoor activities with fit guides for every body type.
Sun protection is essential when spending time outdoors, so we trail-tested UPF clothing to bring you this review of the 11 best sun shirts for men and women.
We tested and reviewed 11 spray sunscreens to find the best based on ease of application, absorption, protection, and other user experience factors, and more.
We researched and tested backpacking cooking pots—ones with positive reviews in outdoor media as well as users. We found the best cook pots for backpacking including titanium, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and cook sets. We considered cooking efficiency, heat distribution, and weight.
Find the best dog sunscreen to protect your dog’s nose, ears, and skin from sunburn. We tested safe, vet-approved options for outdoor adventures.
We tested electrolyte powders, tablets, capsules, and drops in hot and harsh conditions such as hiking, running, and biking to bring you this list of the best electrolyte supplements on the market.
Find the best men’s water shoes—tested for traction, quick-drying performance, protection, and comfort.
We tested 17 pairs of climbing shoes to find the 6 best for indoor and outdoor bouldering based on sensitivity, friction, precision, power, versatility, durability, and more
We tested the best trail running shoes for hiking across day hikes, backpacking trips, and thru-hikes. Here are our top picks for hikers who prefer a lighter, more flexible shoe.
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Obsessively researched and rigorously tested outdoor apparel reviews for down jackets, baselayers, running clothes, ski and snow apparel, sports bras and more.
Outdoor Footwear
Tested over hundreds and even thousands of miles, see our in-depth, long-term reviews of hiking shoes, trail runners, lightweight hiking boots, recovery shoes and more.
BICYCLE GEAR
We test bike gear over hundreds of miles. From mountain biking gear and commuter bicycle gear to gear for bikepacking and bicycle touring.
Hiking Gear
We test hiking gear for getting on the trails including hiking shoes, boots, socks, trekking poles, GPS and apparel.
Running Gear
Check out our running gear reviews for running shoes, tights, socks, GPS watches and more and running tips and advice for beginner runners to distance racers.
Camping Gear
Love to go camping? Yup, we do too. Read our camping gear reviews, including tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, coolers, camping chairs, lanterns, and more.
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
We tested GPS and ABC hiking watches across 400+ days of thru-hiking and backpacking. Top pick: the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar, with strong mapping and battery picks from Garmin and COROS.
We tested the most popular hiking tights and leggings for fit, comfort, pockets, sun protection, moisture-wicking, quick-drying and more.
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.
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