We test climbing belay devices for all types of climbing. Find out how to pick the right one, use it safely, and keep it in top condition for your climbing trips.
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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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The Petzl Swift LT is our favorite backpacking headlamp: 1.5 oz, 380 lumens, and the best ultralight headband we tested. See where its battery life falls short.
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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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Compare field-tested climbing carabiners for belaying, building anchors, and racking gear. See which locking and non-locking models stood out and why.
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Our choices for the best climbing quickdraws. We’ve tested the best options for beginners, lead, sport, alpine, trad climbing. Learn what to look for before you buy.
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We tested 22 portable coffee makers for flavor, weight, cleanup, and durability. Find the best brewers for travel, backpacking, bikepacking, and car camping here.
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We tested climbing ropes for gym, crag, trad, and alpine use to find the best options for beginners, frequent climbers, and ice routes.
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From rope tarps to crag bags and climbing packs, we test the best climbing rope bags for carrying your climbing rope and keeping it clean and unknotted.
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Beginner climbing shoes tested by a certified climbing instructor for comfort, fit, grip, durability, break-in, and progression from gym climbing to outdoor routes.
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Discover the top contenders for the best climbing chalk! We've researched and tested the leading brands to help you make an informed choice.
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Stay safe, stay connected, and stay found in the backcountry with a satellite messenger or personal locator beacon.
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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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We tested 35 SPF lotions to find the best body sunscreen for outdoor activities and best everyday sunscreen with broad spectrum UVA and UVB sun protection.
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We test climbing chalk bags to find the best for climbers. From gym climbing, to alpine climbing and multi-pitch routes to chalk buckets for bouldering, we find chalk bags for all kinds of climbing.
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We spent 4 years testing 24 of the most popular synthetic insulated jackets and tested the top models for months in conditions as diverse as mountains in Arizona to snow storms near Bend, Oregon to walking a toddler in Portland. We considered models by Patagonia, Arc’teryx, L.L.Bean, Mountain Hardwear, Rab, Outdoor Research, The North Face, and Montbell.
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A softshell is perfect for when the wind is ripping or there’s enough of a chance of light rain or snow that you still want some protection from the elements.
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Whether you’re lapping downhill at the resort, touring deep into the backcountry, or getting out for a few casual weekends of skiing or snowboarding each season, a good snow pant makes all the difference between feeling warm, dry, and comfortable - and taking a beating from winter weather.
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We test approach shoes for scrambling to your climbing spot considering grip, traction, sticky rubber, packability, lightweight, and support and comfort for long hikes and gear hauls.
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We tested the best wireless earbuds, behind the neck, and Bluetooth headphones for thousands of miles, while running, hiking, biking, and working out.
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