Weekly Obsession: These Insulated Pants Are as Tough as They Are Warm
The Kuiu Kenai Pant isn’t your typical featherweight puffy.
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The 4 Best Snowshoes of 2022
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The 4 Best First Aid Kits for Every Adventure
There's no substitute for safety in the outdoors.
The 10 Best Gifts for Outdoor Dads This Father’s Day
Bring a smile to your favorite outdoorsman's face with a thoughtful gift this Father's Day.
This Load-Eating Pack Helped Me Thru-Hike in Comfort
It may not be the lightest pack on the market, but the Gregory Baltoro 65 kept me pain-free and making miles even on the longest hikes of my life.
SOG Ultra XR
The lightest knife of 2021.
Gerber Suspension-NXT
The best value multitool of 2021.
Leatherman FREE K4/K4X
The most compact multitool of 2021.
Morakniv Eldris LightDuty (S)
The best bargain fixed blade of 2021.
Outdoor Element Firebiner
Best gadget
Gear Aid Kotu Tanto Knife
Most durable knife
SOG PowerPint
Best all-around multitool
Hults Bruk Jonaker
Best hatchet
Full Windsor The Muncher
Lightest multitool
Gerber Center-Drive Plus
Most versatile multitool
Leatherman FREE T4
Most user-friendly multitool
Bubba Sculpin Pocket Knife
Best value knife
Benchmade 535GRY Bugout
Lightest knife
Gear of the Week: The North Face Homestead Super Dome 4
This superlivable tent is great for families.
Gear of the Week: Smart Bottle Double Wall Outdoor Series
These water containers are durable, light, and packable.
Gear of the Week: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Pants
These puffy trousers save heat—and space—on cold-weather trips.
Gear of the Week: CTR Howler Markus Skully
This light cap is full of features.
Gear of the Week: Hart Outdoor First Aid Kits
These kits make finding what you need simple.
Gear of the Week: Black Diamond Rhythm Tee
This stretchy merino top will never hold you back on the trail.
10 Perfect Father's Day Gifts for Dads Who Hike
From a comfy chair that's light enough for a daypack to a full-size camp kitchen, this gear is ready to upgrade any dad's next trip.
Gear of the Week: Hammock Bliss Sky Bed Bug Free
Get a peaceful, mid-air sleep in this comfy hammock.
Gear of the Week: Morankiv Floating Serrated Knife
This lightweight blade plays well on the water.
SOG PowerPint
Best all-round multitool
Gear Aid Kotu Tonto Knife
Most durable knife
Outdoor Element Firebiner
Best gadget
Gear of the Week: Farm to Feet Denali Sock
A sock to fend off the worst winter has to offer.
Columbia Powderhouse Titanium Omni-Heat 3D OutDry Boot
Extreme conditions call for extreme boots.
Gordini Polar II Glove
The full coverage, warmth and breathability means this glove can go from the trail to the slopes.
Gear of the Week: Bight Gear NeoShell Nuker Pant
Waterproof pants so breathable, you'll never want to take them off.
The 4 Best Knives and Multitools of 2018
From fixed-blade knives to versatile multitools, these are the top tools for backpackers.
MSR Lightning Explore
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Sigg Viva BPA-Free Water Bottle
Time to retire the old, banged up water bottle, here's your replacement.