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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
The Best Hydration Bladder
Finding the best hydration bladder can make your outdoor adventures even better, as it offers the convenience of...
Best Hiking Gear
After years of playing in the outdoors and getting our hands on a wide variety of gear, we have had the chance to...
The Ultimate Backpacking Checklist
Looking for a quality backpacking gear packing list to help you prepare for an upcoming trip. Our backpacking expert...Men's Clothing
The Best Rain Jackets for Men
Is a storm brewing? Whether you're running out the door to catch a bus or a cab or braving the elements over longer...
The Best Hardshell Jackets
If you're going ski touring or on a gnarly big mountain adventure, you're going to want a hardshell jacket. Staying...
The Best Base Layers for Men
Whether it's for the warm or cold season, a quality base top will help keep you dry and comfortable, no matter where...Women's Clothing
The Best Fleece Jackets for Women
Fleece jackets come in many styles these days, from thick zip-up standalone models to thinner layers meant for...
The Best Rain Jackets for Women
When the skies go dark, nothing is more comforting than knowing you have the right tool for the task: a great rain...
The Best Sunglasses for Women
Blindingly bright sunny days are no problem when you've got the perfect pair of shades to keep your fit dialed and...Shoes & Boots
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Best Running Shoes for Women
A great pair of running shoes makes the difference between dreading each workout or excitedly lacing up your shoes....
10 Best Running Shoes
It doesn't matter if you decided to take up running five minutes ago or have been pounding the pavement for decades...
The Best Water Shoes for Women
The perfect pair of water shoes protects your feet, gives you confidence on slippery terrain, and dries fast. Over...Climbing
The Best Locking Carabiner
Locking carabiners are essential to climbing, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out. A locked biner...
Best Climbing Gear
Welcome to the Holy Grail of climbing gear lists! Here you will find our top picks: the gear our climber-testers would...
The Best Carabiners
We bought the nine best carabiners and tested them side by side on alpine peaks, sport crags, and stellar multi-pitch...Biking
Best Bikes
Looking for a bike to cruise on pavement or hit the trails? For over a decade, our team here at GearLab has been...
Best Electric Mountain Bikes
To find the best electric mountain bike, we've tested 25 models and ridden each for hundreds of miles and over 300,000...
The Best Commuter eBikes
The right electric commuter bike saves you time and money and delivers what most commutes lack: a lot of fun! Since...Snow Sports
The Best Avalanche Beacons
If you're planning to travel in avalanche country, an avalanche beacon is a mandatory piece of rescue equipment. Our...
The Best Ski Pants for Women
If you're trying to find which pants can keep you dry when the weather turns stormy, keep more change in your pocket...
Best Ski Gear
A successful day on the mountain largely depends on staying warm, dry, and comfortable. Whether you're a beginner...Paddling
Best Water Gear
With the right gear, staying active and enjoying warm, sunny days on the water is easy. Our gear list features only...
The Best Paddle Boards
Ready to invest in your own SUP but not sure where to start? We've been testing top models and popular options since...
The Best SUP Paddles
These days, many paddle boards include a paddle with the package. However, these stock paddles are not always of great...Fitness
Best Running Gear
We have hands-on experience with almost every type of gear you may need as a runner, and even some that you don't (but...
The Best Treadmills
Getting fit, staying in shape, or just getting in your steps are excellent goals. Regular exercise can be incredibly...
Best Exercise Equipment
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, adding to your personal gym will help you get moving from the comfort...Travel
The Ultimate Travel Packing List
Planning your next getaway and wondering what you need to pack for your travels? Our expert travel gear editors have...
The Best Cargo Boxes
If you're taking a summer road trip or traveling to a new beautiful location to ski or snowboard, a cargo box can help...
The Best Luggage
When you check your luggage, you want to be sure your belongings are going to make it to your destination without...Recent Gear Reviews
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MSR DromLite Bags Review
If you seek a versatile and lightweight liquid reservoir, the MSR DromLite Bag is our best recommendation. During our...
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HydraPak HydraSleeve Review
Enjoy gushing cold water all summer long with the HydraPak Hydrasleeve hydration system. This tester favorite uses a...
Editors' Choice
Surftech Lido Utility Armor Review
The Surftech Lido impresses as a well-rounded SUP ideal for both beginners and avid paddlers. It glides smoothly and...
Top Pick
Santa Cruz Vala R Review
The Vala is different in many ways. It's the brands first 4-bar suspension bike and their first bike to use a Bosch...
Editors' Choice
Granite Gear Blaze 60 Review
The Granite Gear Blaze 60 is an awesome backpack. Almost everything about this pack is perfectly designed, and it has...
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Osprey Atmos 65 AG Review
The Osprey Atmos AG 65 stands out with its comfortable suspension and a plethora of awesome features. Plush shoulder...GearLab Learning Center
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