From the Patagonia Down Sweater to the ultralight Montbell Plasma 1000, these are our 8 favorite down jackets for hiking, backpacking, thru-hiking, and extreme cold.
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We tested men’s down vests on hikes, backpacking trips, alpine runs, bike rides, and cold camps for warmth, comfort, fit, packability, and durability.
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We researched the 100 most popular winter gloves, liner gloves, heated gloves, and mittens to find the best gloves for running, cycling, extreme cold, and touchscreen usage.
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We review 20+ pairs of MTB shorts for trail, downhill, hot and cool weather and knee pad compatibility to find the best mountain bike shorts for men based on ventilation, pockets, waistband, DWR and more
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Stay cool, dry, and comfortable with the right hiking shorts. Our review focuses on features such as fabric technology, pocket utility, fit, and overall design.
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We tested lightweight rain jackets for six years to find the best waterproof shells for hiking, backpacking, running, commuting, and travel.
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We test and review the best big and tall outdoor apparel including men’s plus size hiking outdoor gear including pants, jackets and base layers.
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We tested the best plus-size outdoor clothing for hiking and camping, including hiking pants, rain jackets, fleece, base layers, footwear, sports bras, and more.
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The best men's running shorts of 2026, tested on road and trail for comfort, liner quality, pocket usability, and chafe-free fit. Here are our picks.
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We tested the rabbit FKT running shorts to evaluate fit, liner comfort, pocket usability, and performance across short runs, long training days, and speed work.
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Good mountain bike gloves balance comfort, protection, durability, and breathability. We trail-tested dozens to bring you this review of the best MTB gloves.
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We review the best socks for runners— running socks to prevent blisters, best socks for hot weather runs, best socks for cold weather, compression, and toe socks.
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We interviewed dozens of PCT and CDT hikers to consider dozens of shorts models. Then we tested them over 1000s of miles of thru-hiking to find the best pair of shorts for thru-hikers of all sizes and shapes.
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Sun protection is essential when spending time outdoors, so we trail-tested UPF clothing to bring you this review of the 11 best sun shirts for men and women.
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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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The best men’s running shirts for cool, cold, and hot weather running: t-shirts, long sleeves and merino run shirts that fit well, are lightweight and breathable
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We tested the best sun hats hiking to find the best sun hats for hiking, backpacking, and other outdoor activities.
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The perfect running hat is so comfortable that you have to periodically check if it’s still on your head, keeps salty sweat out of your eyes, dries quickly, and is easily adjustable on the fly.
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We tested 15 hiking shirts on trails from Virginia to Maine to find the best men's hiking shirts–quick dry, lightweight, long-sleeves, t-shirts, and sun hoodies
We review sports detergents to find the best laundry detergent for workout clothes. Gym clothes require a tough sports wash that can address tough stains and odors. We tested the best-selling sports laundry detergent, the best everyday laundry detergent, and the best laundry boosters to meet your needs and budgets.
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