Posts tagged hiking
Best (and Brightest) Headlamps of 2026

We spent 400+ nights testing the best headlamps for brightness, battery life, comfort, and ease of use for backpacking, hiking, running, climbing, and camping.

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Best Rugged Cameras – Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof

Find the best rugged camera for outdoor adventures, with field-tested picks for waterproofing, shock resistance, image quality, battery life, and ease of use.

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Best Satellite Messengers and Personal Locator Beacons of 2026

Stay safe, stay connected, and stay found in the backcountry with a satellite messenger or personal locator beacon.

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Best Electrolyte Powder of 2026

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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Best Hiking Socks of 2026

After testing dozens of socks over thousands of miles of hiking, here are the best wool and synthetic hiking and backpacking socks — hiking socks to prevent blisters, the best socks for hiking in hot weather, compression, and more.

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Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Midweight Hiking Socks Are One of Our Favorite Pieces of Gear Ever

We tested the Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Midweight hiking socks over tens of thousands of miles with dozens of hikers from below freezing to 100F on thru-hikes of the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. Our in-depth review on why these socks are durable, comfortable, and blister free.

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Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026

We tested GPS and ABC hiking watches across 400+ days of thru-hiking and backpacking. Top pick: the Garmin Instinct 3 Solar, with strong mapping and battery picks from Garmin and COROS.

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Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2026

We ran 2,000 miles in 24 of the most popular trail running shoes to find the best trail running shoes for hiking and backpacking, road-to-trail running, narrow feet, wide feet, beginner trail runners, and distance running.

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Best Baby and Toddler Carriers for Hiking of 2026

To find the best child hiking carrier for babies and toddlers, we reviewed backpacks and tested the Osprey Poco line, Deuter Kid Comfort, Kelty, Thule, and more

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