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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 5 Best Camping Blankets
Leave your favorite throw blanket on the couch. Camping blankets are designed to be rugged, packable, and...Men's Clothing
The Best Fleece Jackets for Men
Whether there's a slight chill or it's downright frigid, a fleece jacket is the classic cool-weather layer. The best...
The Best Rain Jackets for Men
Is a storm brewing? Whether you're running out the door to catch a bus or braving the elements while tackling outdoor...
The Best Hiking Pants for Men
Whether you're sauntering out on a day hike or putting in the miles on a backpacking trip, you want a pair of pants...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...
The Best Fleece Jackets for Women
A great fleece is versatile, durable, and most of all, keeps you toasty when the temperature dips. Our test team's...
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...Shoes & Boots
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The Best Water Shoes for Men
Do you like to play in and around water? We certainly do, and having the right footwear can make or break a day on the...
10 Best Walking Shoes
Whether you're prepping for a morning dog walk or need something comfortable and supportive for a long day at work...
10 Best Water Shoes
Whether you're navigating tricky water on a paddleboard or taking a leisurely stroll at the beach, a good water shoe...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
10 Best Bike Helmets | Impact Tested & Ranked
A good helmet is a non-negotiable regardless of the route you choose to take, as it can significantly reduce the risk...
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...Snow Sports
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...
The Best Avalanche Beacons
If you're planning to travel in avalanche country, an avalanche beacon is a mandatory piece of rescue equipment. It's...
The Best Backcountry Ski Boots
Happy feet make for happy skiers, which is especially true for backcountry skiers who spend the whole day on their...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 Inflatable Kayaks
Want a kayak but have a small car or limited storage space? Inflatable kayaks are packable and portable, and they are...
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...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
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...
10 Best Travel Bags
Vacation is fun, lugging around a bag with wobbly wheels or an uncomfortable strap is not. Your luggage should...
The Best Duffel Bags
A duffel can be a catch-all, carry-all, do-everything sort of bag. Whether you want it to hold it all for your next...Recent Gear Reviews
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Columbia Steens Mountain 2.0 Full Zip Review
The Columbia Steens Mountain 2.0 Full Zip is an aesthetic layer that offers all the basic essentials of a midweight...
Best Buy
Amazon Essentials Full-Zip Polar Fleece Review
If you don't have much to spend and just want to get a warm layer for casual wear, the Amazon Essentials Full-Zip...
Best Buy
REI Co-op Rainier for Women Review
For those after an affordable and functional jacket for moderate rainstorms, we highly recommend the REI Co-op...
Top Pick
Outdoor Research Helium UL for Women Review
The Outdoor Research Helium UL is our favorite rain jacket design when it comes to lightweight and packable...
Best Buy
Rab Downpour Review
The Rab Downpour stands out as a budget jacket that punches above its price in comfort. The Downpour offers excellent...
Top Pick
Outdoor Research Helium UL Review
If weight is a priority, the Outdoor Research Helium UL should be on your finals list. This featherweight and packable...
Editors' Choice
REI Co-op Trailmade Review
The REI Co-op Trailmade is a fantastic choice for those seeking a casual fleece jacket for some warmth around the...GearLab Learning Center
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