Search Results

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...

We love rock climbing shoes, and we bet you do, too. We've been testing these sticky kicks for over eight years—on terrain ranging from sharp limestone spires in Mexico to lofty cliffs in Nepal...

Beginners to paddle boarding who are searching for their first board will likely prioritize stability, easy set-up, and price above all else, and Tower’s All Around inflatable SUP is a leading choice for those reasons. After testing the All Around in...

One-person shelters are the definitive expression of going ultralight. Eschewing creature comforts, those that sleep solo reap the benefits of cutting precious ounces from their packs. To identify the absolute...

Deuter’s Speed Lite has been a mainstay in the daypack market for years, and the Pro variations add a technical slant to the popular design. Offered in several capacities, I tested the mid-range women’s Speed Lite Pro 23 SL on an eight-day trip...

he Coleman Brazos 20 Sleeping Bag is great for beginner or casual campers who want something simple and affordable for occasional use. While it’s noticeably heavier and bulkier and has lower-end materials than some other pricier bags, it has good loft...