We spent 8 years testing the top women’s winter boots for ice and snow from Maine to Alaska. We review the best boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction
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We spent 2 years testing 12 outdoor blankets to find down, fleece, puffy, and picnic blankets that are warm, waterproof, resist stains, and are easy to wash.
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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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Stay safe, stay connected, and stay found in the backcountry with a satellite messenger or personal locator beacon.
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We tested the best adventure travel backpacks in 6 countries and 14 states—lightweight, versatile packs perfect for exploring cities, trails, and everything in between on your next journey.
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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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Whether you are traversing technical trails or going on a quick day hike, the right hiking shorts can make or break your experience. We tested eight pairs in a range of climates to find the best.
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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 researched and tested the best tough cameras for your backcountry (and front country) adventures - waterproof, freeze-proof, drop-proof, shock-proof cameras that function no matter the extremes of weather and environment.
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Read our review of the No Reception Club Getaway Bag—a family-friendly travel backpack with spacious compartments, water resistance, and organized storage
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The best solar shower bags and electric portable camping showers for campers, backpacking, overlanding and emergencies. We test for temperature, speed to hot water, water pressure, and ease of use.
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The Peak Design travel and commuter pack is durable, sleek, well-organized, and a jet-setter’s dream with excellent technology and photography camera pockets.
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Explore our comprehensive guide to the best hiking skirts and dresses and embark on your next outdoor adventure with confidence and style!
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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We tested insulated tumblers to keep drinks hot or cold for hours. Durable, versatile, and perfect for commuting, outdoor adventures, or everyday use.
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We researched and tested dozens of camping chairs from Coleman, Kijaro, Helinox, Yeti, including camp chairs for beach day, bad backs, tailgating, and portable seats for music festivals.
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Our review of the best bike racks for cars, trucks, or SUVs, including roof-mount, hanging, tray, swing away, and trunk racks. Plus, how to choose the right bike rack.
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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 six best sun shirts for men and women.
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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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One of the best ways to move from surviving to thriving in nature is to sleep in a well-ventilated, durable, weatherproof camping tent. We found camping tents that are easy to set up and durable enough for repeated use by teenagers.
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