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Gear Lists for all activities—skiing, running, hiking, backpacking, and more.

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Outfits and Gear for Hiking and Backpacking in the Fall
Liz Thomas
Outfits and Gear for Hiking and Backpacking in the Fall
Liz Thomas

What to wear and bring for backpacking and thru-hiking in fall. Gear essentials to keep you warm and dry, extending your hiking trips into the shoulder season.

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Liz Thomas
What to Wear Running in the Rain: Essential Gear for Wet-Weather Runs
Becca Downs
What to Wear Running in the Rain: Essential Gear for Wet-Weather Runs
Becca Downs

What to wear when running in the rain including a gear checklist–including what we've tested, reviewed, and found to be the best gear for running in the rain

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Becca Downs
Mountain Bike Gear Checklist: What to wear and bring on every ride
Stasia Stockwell
Mountain Bike Gear Checklist: What to wear and bring on every ride
Stasia Stockwell

Gear list for mountain bikers including the best MTB accessories and mountain bike clothing—from safety equipment to repair and maintenance.

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Stasia Stockwell

SKIING AND WINTER

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Outfits and Gear for Hiking and Backpacking in the Fall
Liz Thomas
Outfits and Gear for Hiking and Backpacking in the Fall
Liz Thomas

What to wear and bring for backpacking and thru-hiking in fall. Gear essentials to keep you warm and dry, extending your hiking trips into the shoulder season.

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Liz Thomas
Best Reflective Gear for Running in the Dark
Becca Downs
Best Reflective Gear for Running in the Dark
Becca Downs

If you have to squeeze in your runs before daybreak or after sunset, or just prefer to run in the dark, stay safe and visible with reflective running gear.

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Becca Downs
Winter Running Gear Checklist: Cold-Weather Essentials for Runners
Stasia Stockwell
Winter Running Gear Checklist: Cold-Weather Essentials for Runners
Stasia Stockwell

Cold weather running gear is essential for comfortable winter running. We review men's and women's winter running gear to keep your running routine year-round.

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Stasia Stockwell

BACKPACKING & THRU-HIKING

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Outfits and Gear for Hiking and Backpacking in the Fall
Liz Thomas
Outfits and Gear for Hiking and Backpacking in the Fall
Liz Thomas

What to wear and bring for backpacking and thru-hiking in fall. Gear essentials to keep you warm and dry, extending your hiking trips into the shoulder season.

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Liz Thomas
Essential Hiking and Backpacking Accessories of 2026
Naomi Hudetz
Essential Hiking and Backpacking Accessories of 2026
Naomi Hudetz

We polled backpackers with 100,000 miles of combined backpacking experience to develop our list of essential backpacking accessories. From blister care to gear repair, here are the small items that make a big difference.

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Naomi Hudetz
Arizona Trail Gear List and Strategy
Mike Unger & Liz Thomas & Naomi Hudetz
Arizona Trail Gear List and Strategy
Mike Unger & Liz Thomas & Naomi Hudetz

We hiked the 800 mile-long Arizona Trail 4 times to write this gear list and strategy. Tips and gear for hiking in the desert in spring and fall.

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Mike Unger & Liz Thomas & Naomi Hudetz

fishing, bike, summer activities

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Mountain Bike Gear Checklist: What to wear and bring on every ride
Stasia Stockwell
Mountain Bike Gear Checklist: What to wear and bring on every ride
Stasia Stockwell

Gear list for mountain bikers including the best MTB accessories and mountain bike clothing—from safety equipment to repair and maintenance.

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Stasia Stockwell
Essential Mountain Bike Accessories for Every Rider
Stasia Stockwell
Essential Mountain Bike Accessories for Every Rider
Stasia Stockwell

Upgrade your ride with the best MTB accessories, including trail tools, tech add-ons, storage, and comfort gear for mountain bikers.

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Stasia Stockwell
Bike Touring Packing List: Must-Have Gear for Multi-Day Trips
Brandon Lampley
Bike Touring Packing List: Must-Have Gear for Multi-Day Trips
Brandon Lampley

We cycled for over a year to bring you our bike touring packing list. Here’s the best essential gear, accessories, and equipment for your next long bike ride. Biking across the country? We used this lightweight bike touring packing list for 10 months of overnight bike touring for touring bike accessories and essential bike touring gear.

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Brandon Lampley
What to Wear to Yosemite: Pack Smart For Your Trip to the Park
Duncan Cheung
What to Wear to Yosemite: Pack Smart For Your Trip to the Park
Duncan Cheung

A Yosemite mountain guide shares what to wear in Yosemite National Park including when hiking and camping. The weather in Yosemite changes. Here’s our packing list and clothing guide to stay comfortable no matter what.

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Duncan Cheung
Fly Fishing Accessories: Must-Have Tools for Every Angler
Bri Dostie and Cade Kloberdanz
Fly Fishing Accessories: Must-Have Tools for Every Angler
Bri Dostie and Cade Kloberdanz

A checklist and description of essential fly fishing gear beyond the rod and reel. Build your own fly fishing kit with tools for beginner to advanced anglers.

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Bri Dostie and Cade Kloberdanz

Running

Gear Lists
What to Wear Running in the Rain: Essential Gear for Wet-Weather Runs
Becca Downs
What to Wear Running in the Rain: Essential Gear for Wet-Weather Runs
Becca Downs

What to wear when running in the rain including a gear checklist–including what we've tested, reviewed, and found to be the best gear for running in the rain

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Becca Downs
Best Running Accessories for 2026: Must-Haves for Every Runner
Becca Downs
Best Running Accessories for 2026: Must-Haves for Every Runner
Becca Downs

Explore the best running accessories to enhance your comfort, safety, and performance, including hydration, recovery, and must-have gear for every run.

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Becca Downs
Best Reflective Gear for Running in the Dark
Becca Downs
Best Reflective Gear for Running in the Dark
Becca Downs

If you have to squeeze in your runs before daybreak or after sunset, or just prefer to run in the dark, stay safe and visible with reflective running gear.

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Becca Downs