The X-Mid 2-person tent was Durston’s debut product in 2018, and it immediately became one of the most sought-after ultralight trekking pole-supported tents...

For high-output activities, it’s hard to beat a softshell jacket. Their breathable and stretchy fabrics offer fantastic performance and a really comfortable fit that moves with you. As long as you don’t take them out in a rain storm, their durable...

If you’re searching for the best way to transport bikes, hitch-mounted racks are the way to go. Securely attaching to the receiver hitch of your vehicle, they offer unmatched versatility and ease of use. There are a wide range of options to choose from...

Whether we’re hiking, biking, running, or climbing, on-the-go hydration is an essential part of our kit. There’s simply no better way to encourage drinking consistently during activity, which is vital to performance and enjoyment (after bonking one too...

I’m a sucker for sun hoodies—I love the protection and coverage they offer for everything from climbing to hiking and even everyday wear in the summer months. I’ve tested lots of designs over the years and continually find myself reaching for the Free...

When it comes to GPS watches, few brands rival Garmin. Their venerable Fenix series has long been a favorite among long-distance runners, backcountry explorers, and everyday athletes alike. The Fenix 7 Pro delivers the premium tracking and navigation...

For midsummer conditions or high-exertion days on the trail, nothing beats the easy-breezy feel of a hiking short. Today’s offerings run the gamut from technically savvy softshell designs...

It almost goes without saying: Dinnertime is one of the best parts of any backpacking trip. There’s just nothing quite like warm, filling food after a long day on the trail. We've been eating our way through the market to bring you our favorites since...

1Up UPA, based in the Midwest mountain bike mecca of Wisconsin, has long been a leader in making beautiful, hardwearing bike racks. The newest version of their rugged Super Duty, released in April of 2024, is the result of years of perfecting their..

Patagonia’s Torrentshell 3L rain jacket is about as popular as it gets in the outdoor apparel space. The hardwearing 3-layer build offers excellent protection and durability, you get a wide variety of color options, and it's very reasonably priced for...

If you've ever gone car camping, you've likely seen the classic red Everest stove from Camp Chef churning out meals. The Everest 2X is the most current version of this camp kitchen staple, redesigned to be a bit beefier and more durable than the now...

REI Co-op’s Trailmade 60 pack initially caught our team's interest with its $179 price tag and has since won us over with its performance on a range of multi-day treks across the western United States...

Nemo is best known for their tents and sleep systems, but they’ve made quite the splash in the daypack market in the last couple years. Their latest offering is the Persist, which is available in 30- and 45-liter capacities in both men’s and women’s...

“Do you think that rain is coming our way?” We pedal under the bright sun, constantly glancing nervously over our shoulders as if being chased by a predator. Behind us, dark gray streaks stretch vertically from ground to sky. Ahead, a rainbow frames...

Brian and I were less than a week into our adventure north when, during a brief phone call, my dear friend’s children insisted I read their favorite poem, "the Yukon Song." Though written for children extolling the virtues of leaving civilization and...

We wake at 6am to the faint jingle of Lorna’s watch muffled by her sleeping bag. My body creaks as I pull my sore arms from my sides, grab my headlamp, and light the JetBoil that I had carefully placed outside our tent the night before...

With the Stewart-Cassiar Highway in our rearview mirror, we had finally reached the Yukon. This was our third trip to Canada’s westernmost territory in a calendar year, and we knew that it would feel incomplete without...

All good plans start with a wild idea, but this one might just take the cake. Back in the spring, Kaytlyn—who I’d never met at the time—approached me with an ambitious proposal. She wanted to link up a series of North Cascades high routes on foot...