Your Favorite Gear in April 2026
The Most Popular Spring Gear of 2026 among Treeline fans (so far)
We really enjoy seeing what other Treeline Review readers are reading and buying this Spring (and hope you do, too)!
As far as Treeline readers are concerned, it’s time to get on the trail, get on the water, and get outside! From hiking shoes to waterproof jackets to solar panels, we're enjoying cool weather, wildflowers, and a little bit of rain. See more in our section on This Month’s Trends below!
We ran the numbers. Here are the top 15 gear items purchased by Treeline Review readers like you.
We're here to share What's In (and What is Out) so far in 2026 among Treeline Readers.
Curious what was trending earlier this year? See our most popular gear of March 2026.
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The top items among Treeline Review readers in Spring 2026
Our mission is to help you buy right the first time by choosing quality outdoor gear that you will cherish and that will last. We believe in obsessively researching and testing gear and only recommending what stands the test of time.
The items you’ll see on this list of Spring 2026 bestsellers live up to those principles: time-tested, obsessively researched, and better than the rest.
Overall Winner: Best Dog Seat Covers
Winner Best for Style: Best Walking Shoes
4. Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof
Budget Winner: Best Men’s Hiking Shoes, Best Women’s Hiking Shoes, Lightweight Hiking Boots
Best overall: Best Dog Harnesses
6. HOKA Bondi Slip Resistant
Winner Best Overall: Best Walking Shoes
Best overall: Best Collagen Powders
Winner Best Overall: Best Solar Chargers
Overall Winner: Best Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof Cameras
Best overall: Best Beginner Fly Fishing Combos
Best Merino winner in: Best Hiking Sports Bras and Best Women's Hiking Underwear
12. Darn Tough Socks
Overall winner: Hiking Socks, Best Running Socks
13. Danner 2650 GTX Hiking Shoe
Best Lightweight Hiking Shoes: Best Men's Hiking Shoes, Best Women's Hiking Shoes, in-depth review of the Danner 2650
Overall winner: Best Camping Cots
This month's Trends
This month is all about enjoying Spring, whether you're running, hiking, or getting outside with your dog.
Hiking season is here! The Salomon X Ultra 5 hiking boots and hiking shoes are trending as well as the Merrell Moab 3. Great weather, warmer temperatures, and beautiful wildflowers are getting you out on the trails in full force.
You're getting in your steps! Whether you are working on your feet or traveling this Spring, winners from our Best Walking Shoes are trending. Everything from the slip resistant overall winner to more stylish travel-focused models are proving you are staying active.
You're getting outside with your dog. We see Treeline Readers checking out Best Dog Harnesses and Best GPS Dog Collars and that is a clear sign they want to make the safest and most comfortable choices for their pets.
Camping season is coming soon! A warm spring means you're thinking early about picking up essential camping gear like camping cots. You're building out your base camp with portable solar chargers.
It's almost time to get on the water for Treeline readers! You are picking up waterproof socks for some early season time along the banks and getting ready for some river time with fly fishing combos.
Stay tuned each month for Treeline readers' favorite gear items from the previous month as well as our hot takes on what is trending in the outdoor world.
