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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...

"Howl a few times like a hyena when we have some distance between us and an elephant, and we'll try to reconvene in that valley below," Martin wheezed out as we thrashed our way up the bamboo-strewn...

Everyone exploring the backcountry needs water, but staying hydrated is not as simple as drinking straight from streams and lakes. To protect against protozoa, bacteria, and even viruses, there are myriad water filtration and purification systems built...

Trail running shoes are a stacked category, and the ones that works best for you depend on your running style, terrain, foot shape, and cushion preferences. I run in dozens of shoes for my job as a footwear tester, but the pair I find myself reaching...

Rooftop tents have never been more popular, and it’s easy to see why. Rather than having to meticulously stake out and assemble your tent and sleep system once you arrive at camp, rooftop designs pop up or fold out from the top of your vehicle and come...

Unlike their lift-assisted alpine cousins, backcountry skis have two jobs: getting you uphill efficiently while retaining enough power to make the downhill worth the effort (and fun). The good news is that material and construction technologies are...

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 you’re training for an ultra-marathon, embarking on a leisurely trail run, or tackling a ridge scramble in the alpine, a running vest is the perfect tool for hauling your essentials. These designs have a shape and fit that’s comfortable while...

Summer is right on the horizon, and Columbia’s Memorial Day Sale—which runs through Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day)—is an excellent time to save on quality outdoor apparel. From airy hiking shirts to rain jackets, trail-ready footwear, and lightweight...

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...

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...

I’ll be honest—rooftop tents always seemed a little overhyped to me. Why sleep on top of your car when a perfectly good ground tent does the trick (or even the back seat)? But after spending over two months living...