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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...
The Ultimate Backpacking Checklist
Looking for a quality backpacking gear packing list to help you prepare for an upcoming trip. Our backpacking expert...
The Best Backpacking Tents
A great tent solves the backpacker's ultimate dilemma: how to stay comfortable, especially in bad weather, without...Men's Clothing
The Best Base Layers for Men
An excellent layering system keeps you warm but not hot and cozy but not sweaty, and a great base layer is the first...
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...Women's Clothing
The Best Rain Jackets for Women
When the skies go dark, it's comforting to know you have the right tool for the task: a great rain jacket. Whether you...
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...Shoes & Boots
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The Best Hiking Shoes for Women
Whether you're scaling peaks or strolling through forests, a good pair of hiking shoes can make the journey far more...
The Best Hiking Shoes for Men
If you've never laced up a fresh pair of modern hiking shoes, you're in for treat: They're now lightweight, cushy, and...
10 Best Hiking Shoes
While it's true that you could wear any old shoe hiking, a dedicated pair of hiking shoes will offer support and...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-2027 | 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...
The Best Life Jackets
A life jacket is a crucial piece of safety gear for days on the water, but they've come a long way from the bulky...
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...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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Columbia Hikebound II Long Review
The Columbia Hikebound II Long is a trench-style jacket best suited to low-key days of running errands around town in...
Best Buy
Rab Downpour for Women Review
The Rab Downpour offers many perks of the highest-performing rain jackets we've tested, but at a much more affordable...
Editors' Choice
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor 3 for Women Review
The La Sportiva Ultra Raptor 3 has a lot going for it: ample cushioning, supportive midsole, stabilizing traction, and...
Adidas Terrex Freehiker 3 Low GTX Review
The Adidas Terrex Free Hiker 3 Low GTX is a versatile trail hiking shoe that blends a rugged, comfortable ride with...
Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5 Review
The Topo Athletic Ultraventure 5 is a super cushy ultralight hiking shoe that's best for long hikes on well-maintained...
Top Pick
Level Six Puffer Infant Review
This infant flotation aid is specifically designed for the size and developmental needs of those under 30 lbs...
Top Pick
Kuhl Stretch Voyagr Trench Review
The Kuhl Stretch Voyagr Trench is a jacket our tester wanted to wear even when it's not raining, which is saying...GearLab Learning Center
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