Sleep better outdoors with top-rated pillows tailored for backpackers! Our testers found lightweight, compact, and durable options for every budget.
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We researched and tested backpacking cooking pots—ones with positive reviews in outdoor media as well as users. We found the best cook pots for backpacking including titanium, anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and cook sets. We considered cooking efficiency, heat distribution, and weight.
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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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To find the best sleeping pads, we tested 20 pads over 1000s of miles of backpacking, bikepacking, and bicycle touring. See our top picks for best overall, 4-season, budget, foam, side-sleeper, and hybrid.
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After 4 years of heavy use in diverse conditions, we think the Torrentshell rain jacket is the best combination of performance, durability, and value on the market.
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Finding the perfect hiking shirt isn't just about comfort and durability—it's about finding a companion that stands the test of time and terrain. The search for the ultimate hiking shirt led us to test over 10 shirts to find the best in terms of performance, versatility, and more.
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Trekking poles are one of the most multi-purpose gear items you can carry into the backcountry. We've tested dozens of models over thousands of miles to find the best.
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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
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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We test the best backpacking trowels for lightweight, durable, and efficient cathole digging. Leave No Trace in rocks, roots, and sand with an ultralight potty trowel.
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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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We test running packs and fast packs for hydration vest style straps, ventilation, ease of use with water bottles and hoses, and more.
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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 spent 300+ 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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We review the best men’s and women’s lightweight hiking boots for day hikes and lightweight backpacking, including the top waterproof and Gore-Tex models.
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Clean drinking water is essential when you head into the backcountry. An effective, reliable water filter or purifier ensures that you have it. We field-tested 20 systems over 6 years to find the one for you.
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Long-term, in-depth review of the ULA Circuit backpacking backpack for lightweight hikers, thru-hiking, and hiking with dogs.
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A long-term, in-depth review of the ULA Catalyst backpacking backpack, our go-to pack for when you need to carry extra food, gear, and equipment.
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Explore the best backcountry bidets for eco-friendly, portable hygiene. Find lightweight, easy-to-use options perfect for any outdoor adventure.
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If your feet aren’t happy, you won’t be happy. A comfortable pair of trail running shoes is crucial for a good experience while on the trail. We'll help you find them.
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