Gear Review: Millet 350
This lightweight shell is mountain ready.
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Gear Review: White Sierra Tempest Tek Jacket
Total rain protection at a happy, happy price.
Gear Review: Merrel Norgate
A do-it-all rainshell with a roomy cut.
Gear Review: Patagonia Down Sweater
A sweet, packable puffy with big warmth
Gear Review: Marmot Eigerwand Jacket
This synthetic-filled puffy stays warm even in wet, sloppy snow.
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Flex Down Jacket
This stretchy-baffled down jacket traps mega heat for serious warmth.
Gear Review: GoLite Tumalo Pant
Breathable rain-rebuffing pants that pack tiny
Gear Review: Exped Air Pillow
Get some real sleep on your next trip with this packable pillow.
Gear Review: Marmot Rockstar Pant
Stretchy fabric and a clean, comfy cut make these hiking pants super-versatile.
Gear Review: Smartwool Neck Gaiter
A cozy cocoon for your neck and face
Gear Review: Sea to Summit X-Mug
A coffee cup that packs flat
Gear Review: Lunch
This sweet and savory sandwich is a staff favorite.
Gear Review: Eagle Creek Mobile Locker
Don't let a bike commute cramp your style.
Gear Review: GoMotion 3-Watt Sternum Luxeon LED Kit
This headlamp for your chest is ideal for night hikers.
Gear Review: Eureka Glide 51
A lightweight flashlight that converts to a lantern
Gear Review: eGear PICO
The tiniest light
Gear Review: Princeton Tec Remix
A superbright headlamp with big, easy-to-find buttons
Gear Review: Black Diamond Sprinter
Runners will love this headlamp.
Gear Review: Gerber Octane
A mid-size multitool with all the fixin's
Gear Review: Harley-Davidson 13740
A sharp, titanium-handled knife
Gear Review: Patagonia Simple Guide Jacket
A streamlined softshell that packs up small and cuts the wind
Gear Review: iPhone
The best smartphone for the backcountry
Gear Review: Starbucks VIA
The best instant coffee ever
Gear Review: REI's Sahara Convetible Pants
Hiking pants that are as tough as your kids
Gear Review: Julbo Ozone
Protective shades for your kids
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Boys' Epic
An affordable kids' rain jacket that can handle serious weather
Gear Review: Thinsulate Thermal Insoles
Boost your boots' warmth with these insoles.
Gear Review: Grand Trunk Nano-7 Hammock
A super-comfy hang-able camp "chair"
Gear Review: EZ Grill
A disposable grill for backcountry feasts
Gear Review: Merino Wool Buff
A versatile head accessory that morphs from hat to gaiter to balaclava to pony-tail holder
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Quasar
A comfy cap for hot days
Gear Review: Pistil Tulip
A cozy and cute wool hat
Gear Review: Lowrance Endura Sierra
A fully-featured GPS
Gear Review: Garmin Dakota 20
A bargain GPS
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Torsion Glove
Nimble gloves for cold weather hiking
Gear Review: Travel Yahtzee
A great rainy day tent game
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Seta Strapless Running Gaiters
Minimalist gaiters to keep out dirt and debris
Gear Review: Fishpond San Juan Vertical Chest Pack
A great backcountry chest pack for anglers
Gear Review: Arc'teryx Delta LT Zip
A super-versatile, fleecy layering piece
Gear Review: Adventure Medical Kits Day Tripper
A handy, all-inclusive first aid kit
Gear Review: Snowpeak's Titanium Flask
The finest flask for your finest single malts
Gear Review: WetFire Tinder
Foolproof tinder to get your fire raging
Gear Review: Extreme Hearos
Great earplugs to help you sleep better
Gear Review: Julbo Monterosas Glacier Glasses
Women's glacier glasses that transform to daily shades
Gear Review: Smith Pavilion
Lightweight, rugged shades that work for city or trail
Gear Review: Tifosi Ventoux Sunglasses
Glare proof photochromatic sunglasses at a sweet price
Gear Review: Granite Gear Long Howl
A deluxe pack for your dog
Gear Review: Ruff Wear Bivy Bowl
A light collapsible dish for your backpacking dog
Gear Review: Dublin Dog collar
The most rugged, stink-proof dog collar we've found
Gear Review: Nikwax Down Proof
Boost the performance of your down gear
Gear Review: Bheestie Bag
Resurrect electronics that have taken a swim
Gear Review: Coleman's Dirt & Worms
Kids will love this dessert.
Gear Review: Kahtoola KTS Aluminum Crampons
Crampons that won't weigh you down
Gear Review: PackIt Gourmet Condiments
Dress up any meal with these condiments.
Gear Review: Singleton of Glendullan 12-Year-old
Fill your flask with this smooth Scotch.
Gear Review: Metolius Full Strength Mini Carabiner
The lightest carabiner
Gear Review: Sea Eagle 370 Inflatable Canoe
An inflatable kayak that paddles well
Gear Review: Optimus Terra HE
A great two-pot cookset
Gear Review: Evernew Aluminum Ceramic Non-Stick Deep Pots
A ceramic coated cook pot with a fry pan lid
Gear Review: GSI Outdoors Minimalist
The perfect solo cookset
Gear Review: Sugio MidZero Zip Jersey
A midweight base layer for cool to cold weather hiking
Gear Review: Kombi Bamboo 4-Way Stretch 1/4 Zip-Neck
A lightweight layering piece make of bamboo
Gear Review: I/O Merino Contact Long-Sleeve Crib
A superlight wool base layer that shines 12 months a year
Gear Review: Columbia Silver Ridge Crew
A tee-shirt designed for super-hot weather
Gear Review: The North Face Nuptse Bootie III
The ultimate winter camp shoe
Gear Review: Smartshield SPF 30 Spray with Insect Repellent
An all-natural sunscreen with bug repellant
Gear Review: Adventure Medical Kits Blister Medic
Stop blisters in their tracks.
Gear Review: Adventure Medical Kits Heatsheets Emergency Bivy
A light emergency bivvy sack
Gear Review: Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Daypack
An ultralight daypack that fits in the palm of your hand
Gear Review: Smartwool Arm Warmers
Transform your shortsleeve tee to long with these cozy add-ons.
Gear Review: American Hiking Society Membership
Join the American Hiking Society.
Gear Review: GoPro HD Hero Camera
A versatile body camera that shoots HD video
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BACKPACKER Halloween Special
Heading out into the woods this weekend? Stock up on scary ghost stories and frightening trail tales in our special Halloween section.
BACKPACKER 3D Trail Flyover Videos
Fly these classic hikes in 3D with our guided tours.
Snacks for the Trail
Need to recharge with something tasty? These savory snacks will do just that.
Dinner Recipes for the Trail
Whip up a four start meal with these trail side recipes.
Breakfast Recipes
Start the day right with these out-of-the-ordinary breakfast treats.
Camp Cooking Tips and Tricks
We'll show you how to be the ultimate trail chef in no time with these tips.
Gear: Backcountry Cookware
Just because you're in the backcountry doesn't mean you don't need cookware. Here, some essentials to make you king of trail kitchen.