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 Best Camping Mattress
When you lie down on a great camping mattress, it should feel like an invitation to a great night's sleep. It should...![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...
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 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
Hiking Boots (Men's & Women's), Hiking Shoes (Men's & Women's), Trail Running Shoes (Men's & Women's) or see all in Footwear
The Best Barefoot Shoes
We know "barefoot shoe" sounds contradictory, but these shoes aim to offer minimal material between your foot and the...
The Best Barefoot Shoes for Men
The right pair of barefoot shoes promotes long-term foot health and strength, as long as you transition gradually from...
10 Best Sandals
Are you still searching for your sandal "sole" mate? A great pair can replace your sneakers as a go-to summer 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
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...
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...
Best Bike Gear
We put together our dream team of bike-related products and accessories -- everything we would choose for our perfect...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 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
See all recent product reviews
Top Pick
Xero Scrambler Trail Mid Review
Although support isn't usually the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to barefoot shoes, the Xero Scrambler...
Inov8 Bare XF V2 Review
If you want an around-town barefoot shoe for workouts or running, the Inov8 Bare XF V2 is a great option. These...
Best Buy
Lost Horizon Air & Foam Full Review
The Lost Horizon is a budget-friendly double camping mattress that aims to deliver comfort without the premium cost of...
Top Pick
Nemo Roamer Double Review
This is an exceptionally comfortable double sleeping pad that rivals or surpasses the best pads on the market, with a...
UA Tech V-Neck for Women Review
The UA Tech V-Neck tee is one of the most basic running shirts around. The styling is fairly basic and doesn't include...
REI Active Pursuits T-Shirt for Women Review
The REI Active Pursuits Tee is proof that not every good running shirt needs to cost as much as a race entry fee. At...
Editors' Choice
Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV Review
The Vivobarefoot Primus Lite IV is one of the most sensitive barefoot shoes we've had the pleasure of testing. This...GearLab Learning Center
See all recent Learning Center articles
