Gear Guide

Help your dog stay warm and cozy outdoors with the best dog sleeping bags —featuring insulated, packable picks designed for camping and travel.

We tested the best adventure travel backpacks in 6 countries and 14 states—lightweight, versatile packs perfect for exploring cities, trails, and everything in between on your next journey.

We tested and reviewed the best road running shoes for women to help you elevate your running experience with the best cushioning, support, and style.

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.

Based on 500 miles of testing and multi-tester input, an in-depth, long-term review of the La Sportiva Prodigio Max trail running shoes for running, hiking, and backpacking.

We tested the REI Co-op Base Camp tent to see if its storm-worthy construction, full-coverage rainfly, and thoughtful features deliver on rugged car camping comfort.

If your feet aren’t happy, you won’t be happy. A comfortable pair of trail running shoes is crucial for a good experience while on the trail. We'll help you find them.

Our long-term, in-depth review of the Zenbivy Ultralight Bed, a lightweight backpacking quilt and bivy system for ultralight backpacking and thru-hiking.

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 review the best men’s and women’s lightweight hiking boots for day hikes and lightweight backpacking, including the top waterproof and Gore-Tex models.

We tested 19 of the best climbing carabiners, with options for a range of uses. We break down key features, designs, and what to consider before buying.

We tested and reviewed 17 SPF lip balms to find the best based on wearability, longevity, moisturizing qualities, taste, smell, meltiness, packaging, and more.

Power your phone and electronics with our review of the best portable solar chargers and panels with power banks for camping, basecamping, and outdoor adventures.

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.

We tested to find the best camping cots—comfortable, sturdy, and easy-to-set-up beds for car camping, backpack trips, and backyard guests.

Whether you are traversing technical trails or going on a quick day hike, the right hiking shorts can make or break your experience. We tested eight pairs in a range of climates to find the best.

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.

The best rear bike cargo racks, front bike cargo racks, and seatpost racks for bike commuting, bicycle touring, mountain biking, and bikepacking.

Reduce neck strain and stay focused on your climber with the best belay glasses—tested for comfort, field of view, and build quality.

From rope tarps to crag bags and climbing packs, we test the best climbing rope bags for carrying your climbing rope and keeping it clean and unknotted.

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

Looking for your first pair of rock climbing shoes? We tested 30 top-rated climbing shoes in the gym, crag, and bouldering to find the best rock climbing shoes for beginners and mid-level climbers, with winners from La Sportiva, Five Ten, Black Diamond and Evolv

We researched and tested the best tough cameras for your backcountry (and front country) adventures - waterproof, freeze-proof, drop-proof, shock-proof cameras that function no matter the extremes of weather and environment.

Read our review of the No Reception Club Getaway Bag—a family-friendly travel backpack with spacious compartments, water resistance, and organized storage

We test top-rated climbing ropes to find the best climbing ropes for most climbers, from gym to alpine climbing, to workhorse ropes that work with belay devices.

We researched and tested bikepacking bicycles for muddy dirt tracks, fast-rolling gravel roads, and occasional technical singletrack. Our criteria included price, comfort, and versatility.

Good mountain bike gloves balance comfort, protection, durability, and breathability. We trail-tested dozens to bring you this review of the best MTB gloves.

We researched 64 day packs and tested 18 backpacks for hiking. A good hiking pack is comfortable and easy to use—whether you are experienced or on your first trail. We agreed on 8 packs that experts and new hikers alike found stable, ventilating, and well-organized for humid beach hikes in Michigan to rugged mountain summits in Utah.

Take your camp cooking to the next level with a portable camping grill, whether you like propane, charcoal, wood, electric, pellet or a fire pit.

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.