Learn the Art of Winter Cooking
The gear, techniques, and recipes you need to whip up five-star meals in cold climes
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Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Backpacks
Carry in comfort, from dayhikes to hut trips.
Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Toddy and Wintermint
Warm up with these tasty backcountry winter cocktails!
Four Season Kitchen Tips
Try these 6 kitchen tips, excerpted from BACKPACKER'S new book, Campsite Cooking: Cookware, Cuisine, and Cleaning Up. Plus, cold-weather tips from the pros.
Recipe: Molly's Kickin' Mac and Cheese
Fast, filling, and yummy macaroni and cheese is comfort food wherever you pitch your tent.
Under Pressure
Should people with high blood pressure eat freeze-dried meals?
Danner, Inc. 453 GTX
For hikers in blazing climates who need well-ventilated, waterproof protection and all-terrain traction.
Danner, Inc. 453 GTX
For hikers in blazing climates who need well-ventilated, waterproof protection and all-terrain traction.
Danner, Inc. Radical 452 GTX
For hikers in blazing climates who need well-ventilated, waterproof protection and all-terrain traction.
Danner, Inc. Instigator GTX
For hikers in blazing climates who need well-ventilated, waterproof protection and all-terrain traction.
Danner, Inc. Expedition GTX
For hikers in blazing climates who need well-ventilated, waterproof protection and all-terrain traction.
Danner, Inc. Talus GTX
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Danner, Inc. Danner Light II
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Danner, Inc. Explorer
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Holiday Gift Guide
Want to find the ideal gift for every hiker on your list? No matter what your budget, we've got you covered.
Danner, Inc. Mountain Light II
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
CHACO USA Hipthong Two Ecotread
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Ask A Bear: More Active During A Full Moon?
Our resident bruin expert answers all your questions in our weekly feature, 'Ask A Bear.'
Valandre Thor
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Swing 500
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Lafayette
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Swing 700
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Odin
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Freja
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Bloody Mary
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Mirage 3/4
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Valandre Shocking Blue
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Cabela's XPG Ultralight S.I. Sleeping Pad
This down mat offers comfort and cushion in some of the roughest camp grounds.
Cabela's XPG Ultralight S. I. Pad
This down mat offers comfort and cushion in some of the roughest camp grounds.
Cabela's XPG Ultralight S. I. Pad
This down mat offers comfort and cushion in some of the roughest camp grounds.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight – 3
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight – 2
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight – 1
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Deluxe -4
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Deluxe -2
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Danner, Inc. Cloud Cap
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Danner, Inc. Cloud Cap
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Trad Pack
A pack built for climbers.
Danner, Inc. Zigzag Trail Low
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Gear Review: Lowe Alpine TX Expedition 75:95 Pack
A pack that holds monster loads but weighs just over five pounds.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Bivy Sack – Large
Existing model
Danner, Inc. Zigzag Trail Low
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Bivy Sack – Regular
Existing model
Cabela's XPG Evader
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Cabela's XPG Escapist – Long
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Cabela's XPG Escapist – Regular
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight 5000
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Danner, Inc. Zigzag Trail
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Gear Review: Millet Odyssee 60+10 Pack
If you only buy one multiday pack, this is it.
Danner, Inc. Zigzag Trail
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Gear Review: Vaude Daytour 24 Pack
A trim pack built for backcountry ski days.
Gear Review: Mammut Spindrift Guide 40 Pack
A 40-liter pack that comfortably carries up to 50 pounds.
Gear Review: Multi-Use Shirts – Icebreaker Superfine 200 Top, First Ascent Cloud Layer 1/4 Zip, Columbia Leadout Shirt
Just because you can't be in the backcountry everyday doesn't mean you can't dress for it.
Gear Review: TSL Snowalker 15 Pack
A pack built to haul snowshoes.
Gear Review: Black Diamond Revelation Avalung Pack
A backpack with built in Avalung technology for use in avalanche-prone areas.
Gear Review: Deuter Pace 30 Pack
An ultralight pack that's under $100...and comfortable.
Eagle Creek Rincon VIta 75L
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Eagle Creek Rincon Vita 65L
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Eagle Creek Rincon 65L
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Eagle Creek Salta Vita 65L
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Eagle Creek Salta 65L
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Eagle Creek Adero Vita
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Zamberlan 105 Parrot RR
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 107 Tucano GT RR
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Gear Review: 9-Weight Fly Rods & Reels
If you chase big fish, you need a 9-weight fly rod to carry along on your adventures. BACKPACKER reviewed five rods that fit the bill.
Zamberlan 204 Oak Low GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 204 Oak Low GT
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 208 Sequoia GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 208 Sequoia GT
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 210 Oak GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 210 Oak GT
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 308 Trekker RR – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 760 Steep GT
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 760 Steep GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 540 Rise GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 310 Skill GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 996 Vioz GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Don't Get Burned: FDA Updates Sunscreen Regulation
Misleading sunscreen claims today could be causing tomorrow's skin cancer.
Trail Chef: There’s a Worm on My Plate
And if prepared properly, it'll be quite tasty and good for you, too.
Zamberlan 895 Cristallo GT – WNS
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.