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The North Face Wawona Bed 20 isn’t designed for ounce-counters, ultralighters, or even backpackers at all, but it is a car camper’s dream. I tested the regular-length version on camping trips to Moab, Utah and in the Uncompahgre National Forest outside...

REI's affordable XeroCloud is a reliable three-layer rain jacket we put to the test during a soggy trip to Alaska, and came away impressed with the performance, value, and comfort

Running on varied and challenging trails is a welcome break from the monotony of pounding pavement (or even worse, the belt of a treadmill). Better yet, trail running is an immensely easy sport to get into and requires only minimal gear. Our team has...

Jetboil’s Flash stove has been a classic choice for backpackers for years, and it’s easy to see why. This integrated stove boasts a class-leading boil time and fuel efficiency, and its enclosed burner design gives it a boost in reliability...

The REI Siesta Hooded 20 sleeping bag is warm, comfortable, and has an assortment of extra features that make it stand out for its ease of use and overall comfort and performance. While its hefty bulk and weight will preclude it from being used on...

Hiking and backpacking requires a lightweight and durable camera that captures great images. Depending on your budget, the options abound in categories from compact point-and-shoots...

Whether deep in the backcountry or on open water, proper navigation is a must. And for route finding, recording tracks, or finding a geocache, there’s no more durable and long-lasting navigator than a handheld GPS. While it will never fully replace a...

Utah-based Ari (formerly known as Fezzari) overhauled their entire brand in 2024, and they made some major changes in their lineup. Enter the new version of their mid-level full-suspension workhorse, the Cascade Peak. The latest updates to this bike...

Let’s get right to the point: We love windbreaker jackets. In our opinion, a good windbreaker is the most versatile outdoor jacket money can buy. These small but mighty outer layers pack a punch, offering serious protection from the elements for hikers...

While ultralight backpacking gear used to be more niche (and tricky the get ahold of), the past few years have seen a surge in mainstream brands integrating weight-saving designs and materials into readily available gear. One of the biggest areas that...

For thru-hikers, bikepackers, or anyone looking to travel light and fast, an ultralight sleeping bag or quilt is a no-brainer purchase that can shave noticeable weight and bulk from an overnight kit. But the choice between the two can be tricky...

A day hike can be as simple as walking a well-maintained trail near your home or as complex as a dawn-to-dusk journey through a remote wilderness area. The items you bring may vary depending on the difficulty and length of the hike, but no matter how...