Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
GearLab is founded on the principle of honest, objective, reviews. Our experts test thousands of products each year using thoughtful test plans that bring out key performance differences between competing products. And, to assure complete independence, we buy all the products we test ourselves. No cherry-picked units sent by manufacturers. No sponsored content. No ads. Just real, honest, side-by-side testing and comparison.
Learn MoreTop Sections
Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
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 Camping Stoves
A great camping stove needs to be powerful enough to boil water in a breeze, yet delicate enough to simmer a sauce...![the ultimate camping gear checklist for [year]](https://d1i8d6ce8wwubf.cloudfront.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 Base Layers for Men
Whether it's for the warm or cold season, or somewhere in between, a quality base top will help keep you warm, without...
The Best Winter Jackets for Men
Winter weather can include anything from blizzard winds to pelting rain to sub-zero eyelash-freezing temperatures...
The Best Ski Jackets for Men
Staying warm and dry on the slopes is hugely important — getting cold and wet can put a quick, miserable end to your...Women's Clothing
The Best Base Layer for Women
When temps drop, your first thought might be that you need to get a warmer jacket, but one of the easiest ways to...
The Best Yoga Pants
Whether you're moving through sun salutation or attempting flying crow, the right bottoms shouldn't hold you back from...
The Best Ski Jackets for Women
The right ski jacket can make or break your day on the slopes. The best ones keep you warm inside, dry outside, and...Shoes & Boots
Hiking Boots (Men's & Women's), Hiking Shoes (Men's & Women's), Trail Running Shoes (Men's & Women's) or see all in Footwear
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 Women
Along with tank tops, ice cream, and plenty of vitamin D, flip flops may be one of the best parts of summer. We've...
Best Trail Running Shoes for Men
Looking for a new trail running shoe? No matter if you're new to running, looking to explore new trails for the first...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 Approach Shoes
Rock climbers need special sticky rubber shoes on the wall, but it helps to have a technical shoe with strategically...
The Best Climbing Shoes
For over a decade, we have purchased and tested the best climbing shoes to test side-by-side. Our team of certified...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 Racks
A good bike rack keeps your bike secure, prevents damage to both your bike and car, and keeps the mess outside. Our...
The Best Bike Locks
A premium bike lock is essentially a one-time insurance premium that protects you from the significant financial and...Snow Sports
Best Splitboards For Backcountry Snowboarding
Trace back the history of snowboarding, and you'll go back to a time when people hiked up snowy hills on foot, boards...
The Best Ski Goggles
Nobody wants a their ski goggles to fog up, fit poorly, or struggle with changing lighting conditions. A great pair...
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...
Best Paddle Boards
Stand Up Paddle boards (SUPs) are one of our favorite ways to spend a relaxing day out on the water. The most popular...
The Best Dry Bags
Whether you are kayaking, camping, or caught in a sudden downpour, a dry bag is a multitasking adventure companion...Fitness
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...
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 10 Best Backpacks
A great pack is essential for life's adventures. After all, everyone needs a way to carry their stuff around. We've...
The Best Messenger Bags
Though the shape and design of messenger bags have evolved and expanded dramatically over the years, the original...Recent Gear Reviews
See all recent product reviews
Stio Basis PeakWool Midweight Half Zip Review
The Stio Basis PeakWool Midweight Half Zip is made for people who like a heavy-duty feeling base layer, with more...
Top Pick
Ibex Woolies Pro Tech Crew Review
Featuring a very stretchy and lightweight wool blend fabric, the Ibex Woolies Pro Tech Crew absolutely excels at...
Top Pick
Arc'teryx Rho Hoody for Women Review
The Arc'teryx Rho Hoody is a great investment for those who find themselves in alpine environments almost year-round...
Top Pick
Stio Trax Power Grid Half Zip Hoodie for Women Review
The Stio Trax Power Grid Half Zip Hoodie quickly became our go-to base layer for high-output activities where we...
REI Co-op XeroCloud 3L for Women Review
The REI Co-op XeroCloud 3L is a reasonably priced 3-layer rain jacket that excels when it comes to comfort and...
The North Face Alta Vista for Women Review
The The North Face Alta Vista is a lightweight and packable rain jacket that also features tons of pockets. In light...
Top Pick
Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino Review
The Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino delivers both warmth and breathability to you in a stretchy, slim fit. This...GearLab Learning Center
See all recent Learning Center articles
