Meg Carney
CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Staff bio.
Find the best women's short tights (aka, biker shorts or compression shorts) through expert testing and reviews. We tested shorts hiking, running, and outdoor activities with fit guides for every body type.
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.
Finding the perfect hiking shirt isn't just about comfort and durability—it's about finding a companion that stands the test of time and terrain. The search for the ultimate hiking shirt led us to test over 10 shirts to find the best in terms of performance, versatility, and more.
In-depth review of the Xero Shoes Scrambler Mid II, and comparison to the Scrambler Mid I. We tested for waterproofing, responsiveness for these zero drop shoes.
In-depth review of the new Nemo Forte Endless Promise sleeping bag, with a spoon-shaped design and sustainable materials.
Unnecessary? Too heavy? Looks dorky? Too techy? These outdoor gear items changed our mind for the better, so good that we used to never want this and now need this gear.
Our favorite outdoor gear innovations from 2024–from revolutionary technology that pushes the outdoor industry to gear that accounts for the cradle-to-grave environmental impact of a piece of gear. Most importantly, we share tips we personally use to reduce our environmental impact, mainly, buying less stuff and helping others do that, too.