We spent 3 years testing the top-rated cooler bags and insulated totes, cooler backpacks, and soft shell small coolers ranked for ice retention, zippers, and portability.
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We tested inflatable kayaks with professional water sports guides, with extensive experience in Alaska and Montana waters, to find the best inflatable kayaks for stability, durability, maneuverability, and performance in varying conditions.
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We researched 62 of the most-talked about fanny packs in outdoor media and popular news stories. Then we tested the 11 most promising waist packs for hiking. After an estimated 75 miles of hiking, long bike rides, and visits to the farmer’s market, here are the best fanny packs for leisurely strolls, intense hikes, or a ride through town.
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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.
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We tested and reviewed 17 SPF lip balms to find the best based on wearability, longevity, moisturizing qualities, taste, smell, meltiness, packaging, and more.
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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
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We tested 22 different lightweight travel coffeemakers to find the best camping coffee brewers. We included the AeroPress, pour over, percolator coffee pots, and french press portable coffeemakers for on-the-go travel, backpacking, bikepacking, and car camping. AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Press · Hario V60 · MSR Mugmate · GSI Outdoors Enamel Percolator · ESPRO Ultralight Travel Press Bottle
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Water bottles are vital to keeping us hydrated outdoors- whether it’s for a day hike, a camping trip, or backpacking. We tested wide mouth Nalgenes, collapsible, glass, and vacuum insulated bottles from Yeti, Hydro Flask, and Klean Kanteen and more, comparing 17 bottles side-by-side.
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Wet wading shoes for fly fishing are a lightweight, affordable alternative to wading boots. We review the best wet wading shoes and wading sandals for fly fishing
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Discover the best dry bags with our comprehensive guide, covering top models, key features, and how to choose the perfect dry bag for your next adventure.
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To find the best PFDs, we researched and tested the most popular Type I, Type III, Type V, women’s PFD, fishing PFDs, and budget PFD from Astral, NRS, Stohlquist, and Stearns. The one thing that all boaters can agree on is that personal safety is paramount.
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We test the best plus size swimwear - one-piece, two-piece, rash guards, and board shorts. These swimsuits fit well, look good, and stay on while swimming in the pool or lake, kayaking, or SUPing.
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Discover the importance of life jackets for dogs, their different styles, and learn how to choose the right one with our guide on the best dog life jackets!
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We researched and tested the most popular child life jackets, youth life jackets, & infant life jackets to find the best life jackets for kids. Criteria included US Coast Guard Approval, easy buckle releases, and grab straps.
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We review truly reef safe sunscreen and reef friendly sunscreen to find oxybenzone free mineral options for protecting coral and wildlife— free of banned chemical UV filters
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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.
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We review human waste bags and wag bags for ease-of-use to find the best odorproof and leakproof toilet kits for camping, climbing, backpacking, rafting and emergencies
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We review the best bobbers and strike indicators for nymphing—fishing under the water ‘s surface with nymph flies. We test for flotation, casting ergonomics, presentation, biodegradable materials, and ease-of-use for beginners
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We tested the Salomon Techamphibian 5 water shoes and reviewed them based on comfort, fit, drainage ability, ventilation, grip, value, and other features.
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The best fly fishing combos — fly rod, fly line and reel — for beginner anglers, plus expert advice so you can gear up and get out on the water.
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