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.
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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.
Argon Update: Klymit Inertia X-Frame Sleeping Pad
Klymit creates revolutionary sleeping pad filled with argon gas.
Salomon Exit 2 Aero
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Give a Sherpa a Lift: Apa Sherpa Summits Mt. Everest for the 20th Time
Sherpa's big year also includes an limited edition Suunto watch to benefit his foundation.
Salomon Exit 2 Aero W
Testers prized these all-leather boots for their tenacious traction, superior comfort, and midsole support.
Zamberlan 298 Tundra GT – WNS
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
High-end Tent Company SlingFin Enters the Market
A master designer attempts to build the last mountain shelter you'll ever need.
Zamberlan 1020 Nuvolao NW
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Gear News: Hydro Flask Backcountry Beer Growler
Enjoy a cold beer mid-trip with this 64-ounce growler.
Salomon XTracks
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Zamberlan 1025 Tofane NW GT RR
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Zamberlan 1030 Sella NW GT RR
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon Discovery GTX
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Four All-Star iPad Apps for Camping
Is the iPad coming to a campsite near you? It saves its weight in maps, guidebooks, novels, songs, and more. Here are four top apps for hikers.
Salomon Comet 3D GTX
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon Comet 3D Lady GTX
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon Exit 2 Peak
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon Exit 2 Peak W
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon Exit Peak Mid 2 GTX
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon Exit Peak Mid 2 GTX W
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Dumbing Down Adventure, or Saving Lives?
Northwest editor Michael Lanza explores the controversy behind removing a dangerous boulder from Idaho's Staircase Rapid—and comes up with a surprising result
Eagle Creek Adero 55L
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Reader Leader Contest Winner!
After sifting through scores of submissions, we've chosen a reader who will be an official BACKPACKER field scout.
Zamberlan A95 Calanque RR
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Eagle Creek Adero 45L Vita
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Eagle Creek Adero 45L
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Zamberlan A97 Monster GT RR
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra 2
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Salomon S-LAB 3 XT Wings
Secure and light: This fantasy turns reality with the Salomon XT Wings 3 model.
Salomon XR Crossmax Neutral
Secure and light: This fantasy turns reality with the Salomon XT Wings 3 model.
Salomon XR Crossmax Guidance
Secure and light: This fantasy turns reality with the Salomon XT Wings 3 model.
Zamberlan 1010 Vajolet GT RR
Secure and light: This fantasy turns reality with the Salomon XT Wings 3 model.
Salomon Light Amphib 3
Secure and light: This fantasy turns reality with the Salomon XT Wings 3 model.
Salomon Light Amphib 3 W
Secure and light: This fantasy turns reality with the Salomon XT Wings 3 model.
Zamberlan 298 Tundra GT RR
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Montrail PR Sabino trail Mid GTX
Perfect boots for people who tackle big miles with substantial packs.
Montrail Mountain Masochist Mid GTX
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 1009 Vioz Top GT RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Montrail PR AT Plus
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Montrail PR AT Plus GTX
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 1006 Vioz Plus GT RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Montrail Rockridge
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 172 Braies LH
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 173 Selva GT
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Montrail Sabino trail GTX
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 638 Baltoro LH RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan USA 992 Panther LH
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Montrail Sabino Trail
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Montrail Badrock
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 540 Rise GT
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Downright Ltd. Tundra
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Downright Ltd. Sierra
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Downright Ltd. Alpine
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Downright Ltd. Cascade
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Downright Ltd. RAINIER
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Zamberlan 965 Lhasa GT RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan USA 4041 Expert Pro GT RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan USA 636 Baffin GT RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan USA 310 Skill GT
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight 4000
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Zamberlan USA 996 Vioz GT
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan USA 631 Civetta GT RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Zamberlan 308 Trekker RR
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Gear Review: Salomon XA Pro 3D Mid GTX Ultra Trail Runners
Your toes will stay warm while snowshoe running with these insulated runners.
Gear Review: Icebug Attla BUGrip Trail Runners
These runners have such good traction, you'll love running in the snow.