Is the VOORMI River Run Hoodie Sun Shirt worth it? We tested its fit, comfort, breathability, durability, and style to see how it performs hiking, bikepacking, backpacking, and thru-hiking.
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The Kelty Cosmic 20 camping sleeping bag combines 550-fill down insulation with durable construction - our review tests real-world warmth and packability for car campers, cabin and summer camp trips, sleepovers, and entry-level backpackers.
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We tested the Salomon XA Pro 3D V9 GORE-TEX hiking shoes for durability, weatherproofing, and comfort on long hikes. Here’s how it performed on the trail.
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We spent 8 years testing the TOAKS Titanium 750 mL Backpacking Cook Pot on backpacking trips, thru-hikes, and camping to see if its lightweight and durability hold up over time.
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We tested the La Sportiva TX HIke Mid GTX Hiking Boots for durability, weatherproofing, and comfort on long hikes. Here’s how it performed on the trail.
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We tested the Black Diamond Spot 400 headlamp, which won our Best Battery-Operated Headlamp, for brightness, waterproofness, functionality, and battery life
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We tested the Oboz Katabatic LT Low GTX hiking shoes, a waterproof hiking shoe that balances the agility of trail running shoes with the stability of hiking boots
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We tested the Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX hiking shoes on a variety of terrains and conditions to assess comfort, traction, durability, stability, waterproofing, and more.
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We tested 50 lightweight, midweight, and heavyweight men’s and women’s base layer tops over four years. We put these base layers to work, and came out with the best base layers for warmth, durability, comfort, and ability to wick away sweat and odor over time.
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We tested the Black Diamond Pursuit Hiking Poles to see how they perform for comfort, adjustability, and grip. Here’s how they held up in mountain terrain.
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We tested and reviewed the MSR WindBurner Duo stove, an integrated backpacking stove great for group cooking at camp or on the go, no matter the weather.
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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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A long-term, in-depth review of a reliable, bright headlamp with a rear light, great for hiking, backpacking, running, and other nighttime outdoor activities.
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Long-term review of the insulated Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping pad based on thousands of miles of cold-weather backpacking, thru-hiking, snowshoeing, and ski touring on this inflatable, lightweight pad.
We’ve tested the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT for over 8,000 miles. Long-term review of the Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping pad based on thousands of miles of backpacking, thru-hiking, and camping on this inflatable, lightweight pad.
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A brand new line of headlamps from BioLite that charge fast and are fully waterproof and dustproof.
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In-depth, long-term review of the Biolite Dash 450 rechargeable headlamp for brightness, battery life, and a comfortable headband
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We tested and reviewed the Sawyer Squeeze water filter on backpacking trips and thru-hikes to assess its ease of use, flow rate, filtration, packability, and more
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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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