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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
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...
Best Backpacking Water Filters
Clean water: You need it, and we want to ensure you have it, wherever you go. Bacteria, viruses, protozoa...
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 Sun Protection Shirts for Men
A quality sun protection shirt has your back on any sunny adventure, keeping your skin from getting fried during long...
The Best Rain Pants for Men
When you find yourself caught in a downpour, you'll wish you had some good rain gear, including pants. Quality rain...
The Best Softshell Jackets for Men
Softshells are great when you need a breathable layer that will help keep some inclement weather at bay. Although...Women's Clothing
Best Sun Protection Shirts for Women
In the heat of summer, keeping your skin protected from UV damage can feel like a full-time job. While it's always a...
The Best Leggings
Comfy, but not sloppy. Tight, but not too tight. The right pair of leggings can keep you comfortable, supported, and...
The Best Hiking Shorts for Women
A great pair of hiking shorts should be breathable, comfortable, and allow for easy movement. While comfort and...Shoes & Boots
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The Best Slippers for Women
Warmth and comfort start with our feet, and when seasons change, temps drop, or we're just settling into a relaxing...
The Best Socks for Men
Sweaty feet and bulky seams? We're not fans, especially if you're on your feet all day for work or play. At GearLab...
10 Best Flip Flops
If the arrival of warm weather has you itching to free your toes from the heavy cage of snow boots they've been...Climbing
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 Rock Climbing Ropes
The perfect climbing rope balances weight, durability, and handling for the specific routes you frequent, inspiring...
The Best Climbing Shoes for Women
Whether you're just starting out in the gym, stepping outdoors to climb real rock, or a seasoned climber looking for a...Biking
Best Bike Gear
We put together our dream team of bike-related products and accessories -- everything we would choose for our perfect...
The Best Bike Computers
Bike computers range from $35 basic speedometers to $700 touchscreen navigators that track everything from...
The Best Bike Racks
Carrying valuable bikes at highway speeds demands total bike rack confidence: zero hitch wobble, bombproof retention...Snow Sports
The Best Ski Helmets | Impact Tested & Ranked
Beyond safety, ski and snowboard helmets offer climate control for all weather—keeping you warm in storms and cool...
Best Ski Gear
A successful day on the mountain largely depends on staying warm, dry, and comfortable. Whether you're a beginner...
The Best Climbing Skins for Backcountry Skiing
Climbing skins make backcountry skiing possible – if you can't get up, you can't ski down. Among all of the...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...
Best Paddle Boards
A paddle board is one of our favorite ways to enjoy a relaxing day out on the water. The paddle board we recommend...
Best Inflatable Kayaks
Want a kayak but have a small car or limited storage space? Inflatable kayaks are packable and portable, and they are...Fitness
The Best Exercise Bikes
You know you've found the perfect exercise bike when the resistance feels less like a punishment and more like a...
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...
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...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 Duffel Bags
A duffel can be a catch-all, carry-all, do-everything sort of bag. Whether you want it to hold coats, boots, and...
The Best Cargo Boxes
A rooftop cargo box is the ultimate antidote to road trip clutter. It acts as a weatherproof exterior gear locker...Recent Gear Reviews
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REI Co-op Roadtripper Review
The REI Co-op Roadtripper is a classic duffel from REI that's great for casual travel and lighter-duty adventures. It...
Top Pick
Matador Packable Review
The Matador Packable is one of the lightest duffels we got our hands on for this round of testing, and it packs down...
Top Pick
Janji Sunchaser 50 Hooded for Women Review
The Janji Sunchaser 50 was designed for fast moving women, with a focus on breathability and a fit that will stay...
Best Buy
Baleaf UPF 50 Hoody for Women Review
The Baleaf UPF 50 Hoody is a super affordable sun hoody design with lots of features. It has a UPF 50+ rating (the...
Editors' Choice
Black Diamond Alpenglow Pro Hoody Review
After thorough testing, we are impressed by the Black Diamond Alpenglow Hoody and its ability to stand up to anything...
Outdoor Research Foray 3L Review
The Outdoor Research Foray is a burly pair of pants that does an excellent job keeping water out. The latest version...
REI Co-op Big Haul Review
If you need a duffel bag that can handle rough travel and stormy climates, put the REI Co-Op Big Haul on your list of...GearLab Learning Center
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