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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
The Best Power Stations
Power stations are ideal for helping you get through a power outage and for off-grid camping. They offer a compelling...
The Best Coolers
A good cooler should do three things well: keep your stuff cold for as long as you need, be easy to move, and actually...![the ultimate camping gear checklist for [year]](https://outdoorgearlab.b-cdn.net/photos/24/10/362565_20297_M2.jpg)
The Ultimate Camping Gear Checklist
Looking for a great camping packing list? We've got you covered. Our expert camping editors have compiled this...Men's Clothing
The Best Running Shirts for Men
Running is better when you're comfortable. Sweaty clothes can cut a great run short, making a breathable, quick-drying...
The Best Running Shorts for Men
Chafing, scratchy liners, and bothersome waistbands make running a slog. Uncomfortable shorts can put a damper on your...
The Best Hardshell Jackets
Whether enjoying a wintry day of skiing or going on a lengthy backpacking trip above treeline, a hardshell jacket is...Women's Clothing
The Best Running Shirts for Women
A great running shirt can make your run easier, longer, and better. A breathable shirt that doesn't chafe or hold...
The Best Running Shorts for Women
A great pair of running shorts lets you focus more on the miles and less on your threads. A breathable, comfortable...
The Best Down Jacket for Women
When winter hits, you need a jacket that does more than just keep you warm. The best down jackets combine high-loft...Shoes & Boots
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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...
The Best Flip Flops for Men
Whether you're lounging by the pool or running out to get the mail, the perfect pair of flip-flops should be...
The Best Barefoot Shoes
We know "barefoot shoe" sounds contradictory, but these shoes aim to offer minimal material between your foot and the...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 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...
10 Best Climbing Shoes
Shopping for the perfect climbing shoe can feel a little overwhelming — with so many styles, fits, and price points...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...
The Best Electric Bikes
A great e-bike transforms how you get around, but the market is flooded with junk. To find the best, we stress-tested...
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...Snow Sports
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...
The Best Backcountry Ski Bindings
While the skis matter, it's the bindings that are really the difference between "resort skis" and "touring skis". As...
The Best Splitboard Bindings
It is easy to put a lot of energy into researching your first board or the next board in the quiver. The case could be...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
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 Yoga Mats
A great yoga mat is so much more than just a slab of squishy material for child's pose. You want enough grip to keep...
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
10 Best Travel Bags
Vacation is fun, lugging around a bag with wobbly wheels or an uncomfortable strap is not. Your luggage should...
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...
Best Travel Backpacks
Nothing puts a damper on an adventurous spirit like dealing with an unwieldy backpack while in transit. On the other...Recent Gear Reviews
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Editors' Choice
Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Review
The colorful Cotopaxi Allpa 35L is a great companion for anything from weekend escapes to hostel-surfing in Europe...
Top Pick
Tortuga Travel Backpack Pro 40L Review
The Tortuga Travel Backpack Pro 40L is a phenomenal bag for a wide variety of travelers, though it was our favorite...
Incase Icon Review
Hats off to the Incase Icon for its organizational structure. There's literally a place for everything in this pack...
Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24L Review
Yes, you'll pay more for the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 24L, but if you want a buy-it-for-life bag with exceptional...
Best Buy
Aventon Current ADV Review
Capable handling and high-tech features without complexity or a giant price tag. This would be a compelling bike at...
FunWater Review
The FunWater inflatable is an easy-to-use, lightweight board that delivers stability for beginners and casual...
Top Pick
Patagonia Black Hole MLC 45L Review
Travel can require a ton of clothes and gear, whether flying to a wedding or taking a vacation abroad. When that's the...GearLab Learning Center
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