The North Face Alta Vista Rain Jacket Review

We tested The North Face Alta Rain Jacket on hikes, commutes, travels, and backpacking trips to assess its packability, weatherproofness, breathability, comfort, and more.

apparel, single product reviewsBecca DownsApril 28, 2026becca downs, the north face alta vista, rain jacket

Smith Optics Forefront 3 MTB Helmet Review: A Worthy Upgrade from the Forefront 2

Is the Smith Forefront 3 worth upgrading from the Forefront 2? We tested both. It's lighter, cooler, and sleeker—with the same high-tech safety tech.

cycling, mountain biking, single product reviewsStasia StockwellApril 27, 2026stasia stockwell, smith optics forefront 3, helmets, mountain bike helmets, mtb

The Garmin Enduro 3 GPS Watch Is the Longest-Lasting GPS Watch I've Tested

Hands-on Garmin Enduro 3 review from a double Triple Crown thru-hiker. Solar charging, multi-week battery life, training tools, and how it stacks up in 2026.

We Ran 200 Miles in the REI Co-op Swiftland 5 Hydration Vest. It Barely Bounced.

We tested the REI Co-op Swiftland 5 hydration vest to evaluate comfort, storage layout, stability, and hydration performance for trail running and fast hiking.

hiking, single product reviews, trail runningSam SchildApril 6, 2026sam schild, rei co-op swiftland 5 hydration vest, hydration vest

Our Skeptical Testers Were Thoroughly Impressed by the Goodr Snow G Ski Goggles

We tested the Goodr Snow G ski and snowboard goggles on the slopes and in the backcountry, and loved the easy magnetic lens swap system and value for the price.

ski & snow, single product reviewsStasia StockwellApril 3, 2026stasia stockwell, goodr snow g goggles, ski goggles

We Tested the Zeal Lookout Ski Goggles in Bluebirds, Storms, and Whiteouts

We tested the Zeal Lookout ski and snowboard goggles on the slopes and in the backcountry, and loved their excellent field of view, lens swap system, and style.

ski & snow, single product reviewsStasia StockwellApril 3, 2026stasia stockwell, zeal lookout goggles, ski goggles

I tested the Outdoor Research Foray 3L Rain Pants in freezing rain—here’s what held up

The Outdoor Research Foray and Aspire rain pants are ideal for cool and cold-weather activities, and are the first outdoor technical gear to be certified carbon neutral.

apparel, single product reviews, single productElliot KoeppelJanuary 6, 2026elliot koeppel, outdoor research foray rain pants

Brewery floors, travel days, and recovery walks: My test of the HOKA Bondi SR

In-depth review of the HOKA Bondi SR shoes tested for fit and comfort, support, and style for walking, jobs on your feet like medical and food service, fitness, and all-day wear.

single product reviews, Single Product Review, single productBecca DownsDecember 15, 2025becca downs, walking shoes, recovery shoes, hoka, single product, single product review

I Tested the COROS PACE 4 on Runs, Workouts, and Hikes — Here’s Where It Impressed Me Most

The COROS PACE 4 is the perfect GPS running and sports watch for people seeking performance, simplicity, and comfort.

How the On Cloudrock Low Waterproof Performed on Wet, Rocky Trails — and What to Know Before You Buy

We tested the On Cloudrock Low Waterproof Hiking Shoes and reviewed them based on comfort, traction, stability, durability, waterproofness, and more.

Footwear, hiking, single product reviewsEbony RobertsOctober 20, 2025ebony roberts, on cloudrock, hiking shoes, single product review, single product

I Wore the COROS APEX 4 on Hikes, Bike Rides & Daily Wear — Here’s Where It Shines

A significant upgrade from the COROS APEX 2, the APEX 4 has improved mapping capabilities as well as unique features such as adventure journaling.

Tested from the Mojave Desert to the High Sierras: How the VOORMI River Run Sun Hoodie Holds Up

Is the VOORMI River Run Hoodie Sun Shirt worth it? We tested its fit, comfort, breathability, durability, and style to see how it performs hiking, bikepacking, backpacking, and thru-hiking.

backpacking, camping, single product reviewsLiz ThomasOctober 13, 2025liz thomas, voormi river run, sun shirt, backpacking gear, single product review, single product, outdoor apparel, men's apparel, women's apparel

Why the Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX Hits the Sweet Spot Between Agility and Stability

We tested the Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX hiking shoes on a variety of terrains and conditions to assess comfort, traction, durability, stability, waterproofing, and more.

footwear, hiking, backpacking, single product reviewsEbony RobertsSeptember 25, 2025ebony roberts, salomon x ultra 5 gts, hiking shoes

Sea to Summit Comfort Deluxe Sleeping Pad Review

We tested the Sea to Summit Comfort Deluxe self-inflating sleeping pad and reviewed its features and performance, including warmth, comfort, and setup while camping.

camping, single product reviewsMicah LeinbachSeptember 12, 2025micah leinbach, sea to summit comfort deluxe, sleeping pad, camping mattress

ROVR ROLLR Wheeled Cooler Review

A long-term, in-depth review of our favorite cooler with durable, all-terrain wheels. This heavy-duty cooler is ideal for trips to the park, campground, river, and more.

camping, single product reviewsJosette DeschambeaultSeptember 11, 2025josette deschambeault, rovr rollr cooler, rovr rollr, cooler

On Cloudvista 2 Trail Running Shoe Review

An in-depth review of the On Cloudvista, a minimalist trail running shoe that balances cushion and responsiveness, based on multi-tester input on trail and gravel

single product reviews, runningBecca Downs & Sam SchildSeptember 10, 2025trail running running shoes, men's footwear, women's footwear, trail running, running, becca downs, sam schild, on cloudvista 2, single product, single product review, on

Saucony Hurricane 25 Road Running Shoes Review

An in-depth review of the Saucony Hurricane 25, a super plush daily trainer and road running shoe for active recovery and daily training runs.

road running shoes, road running, running, single product reviewsBecca DownsSeptember 10, 2025road running shoes, men's footwear, women's footwear, road running, running, becca downs, saucony ride 18, single product, single product review

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping Pad Review

Long-term review of the insulated Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping pad based on thousands of miles of cold-weather backpacking, thru-hiking, snowshoeing, and ski touring on this inflatable, lightweight pad.

backpacking gear, backpacking, thru-hiking, thru-hiking gear, single product reviewsAmanda Jameson and Liz ThomasSeptember 9, 2025amanda jameson, liz thomas, backpacking gear, backpacking, sleeping pad, neoair xlite, therm-a-rest, thru-hiking gear

Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad Review

We’ve tested the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT for over 8,000 miles. Long-term review of the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping pad based on thousands of miles of backpacking, thru-hiking, and camping on this inflatable, lightweight pad.

backpacking, backpacking gear, thru-hiking, thru-hiking gear, single product reviewsAmanda Jameson and Naomi HudetzSeptember 5, 2025amanda jameson, naomi hudetz, backpacking gear, backpacking, sleeping pad, neoair xlite, therm-a-rest, thru-hiking gear

From Night Runs to Rainy Campsites: What I Learned Testing the BioLite Range 400

A brand new line of headlamps from BioLite that charge fast and are fully waterproof and dustproof.

electronics, backpacking, hiking, running, trail running, single product, single product reviews, outdoor gear, campingMike UngerSeptember 2, 2025mike unger, electronics, biolite range, headlamp

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