Gear Guide 2012: Four-Peson Tents
These four-person tents offer outstanding space-to-weight ratios and high performances in foul-weather.
These four-person tents offer outstanding space-to-weight ratios and high performances in foul-weather.
This versatile shell offers puffy-jacket warmth and wind protection in a light and compressible package.
These multi-season pants will keep you dry while providing outstanding freedom of movement.
This versatile, all-weather shell is comfortable in mild temps and on high-effort outings.
Stay comfortable in summer and beyond with these lightweight, high-performance pieces.
Get prepped with this core gear.
The Icon uses a four-AA power source allowing for long lasting light and no drops in power.
Light, compact, and easy to use, the Freedom treats water in seconds with just a push of a button.
This lighter produces flame with liquid fuel and a wick, providing you with fire even in windy conditions.
Simple, yet reliable, this compass is great for spot checks and map consults.
Get customized maps that give you turn-by-turn directions and campsite information all in one, easy to use and waterproof map.
A compact kit that provides you with the survival essentials you need while you're on the go.
From a pack that accommodates curves to two sports bras that go the distance, we've rounded up our favorite women's gear of the year.
Four pairs of shades that perform in the wild
A colorful headlamp, hands-free camera harness, and a flask–all for under $50.
The Olicamp Xcelerator Titanium was a favorite for our ultralight AT thru-hiker.
A lightweight glove and a mitten made for big peaks.
Two gaiter styles–one full-coverage and one ultralight–that cost $50 or less.
A camp throne built for long-term schlepping and chilling.
This two-burner camp stove is half grill, half cooktop.
Haul your little one in this lightweight and customizable backpack kid carrier.
Whether you're looking for all-day comfort or maximum support, we found two backpacking-friendly sports bras
HotTotties is Terramar's women's-only line, and it emphasizes femme-specific fit details–this top and bottom set is no exception.
Short pants that offer a blend of performance and style.
The shoe has less width in the heel and ball and more curve in the arch compared to men’s hikers.
If you're 5'5" and under (or sleep curled up) this sleeping pad is a welcome, warm addition to the Therm-a-Rest line
Even cold female testers found this bag a warm 20°s
A pack made for curves that can easily haul 40-pound loads.
The Athena's attractively trim fit flatters ladies' curves better than any other rain jacket we tested this year.
Find lightweight shelter for every budget and weather scenario.
Bargain sunglasses that perform
Sunglasses made for hiking, climbing, and mountain biking
No-fog sunglasses that are built for the active user
Interchangeable lens glasses that both sturdy and easy-to-use
These four-person tents offer outstanding space-to-weight ratios and high performances in foul-weather.
Stability and comfortability are staples for these three-person tents.
Lightweight, durable, and spacious, these two-person tents offer comfortability while taking on the most foul-weather.
These solo tents offer easy setup, ample space, and durability in weather's toughest conditions.
This four-person tent is great for families, offering generous space for an affordable cost.
Stronger and lighter fabrics make this tent great for any adventure and can handle any weather condition.
This three-person tent handles challenging weather well and the freestanding dome is lightweight and easy to setup.
This ultralight and stable three-person tent offers space and a quick setup.
Ample cooking and storage space along with a durable construction make this tent a champ in handling foul-weather.
Take on challenging weather and withstand strong winds with this freestanding tent.
This three-season, ultralight tent offers durability in some of the most foul-weather.
Stay comfortable in both summer and winter conditions with this tent's floor-to-ceiling doors and fly vents.
Mesh walls create outstanding ventilation in this four-season tent for two.
Comfortable and highly ventilated, this tent offers lots of space with a double-wall dome that's great for short overnight hikes.
This tent for two is designed to increase ventilation, durability and interior elbow room.
This spacious, two-person tent uses durable fabrics to provide sturdy weather protection in a lightweight package.
With best-in-class ventilation, this tent provides generous dimensions and a breathable single-wall for a comfortable and roomy experience.
This spacious tent provides stability and protection while weighing less than three pounds.
Stable and light, this three-season minimalist tent offers minimal flapping and a quick setup.
We tested more than 100 samples to find the best tops that breathe, wick, resist wear and tear, and keep you looking smart wherever the trail takes you.
A super soft tee that feels like cotton but is really a quick-dry performance synthetic
A wool/poly blend that dries fast and doesn't feel itchy
This long-sleeve top with UPF 30 keeps you cool and burn free.
This stylish button-down shirt is loaded with performance features
This t-shirt was voted our "best synthetic"
Explore wildly sculpted rock.
Sea kayaking unlocks a new world of solitude and scenery.
Cast for beautiful fish that live in beautiful lakes.
See a week's worth of terrain on an epic dawn-to-dusk hike.
Kick it up a notch with these quick fixes.
Be a real explorer by going where others don't.
Scramble a class 3 route and claim your own private peak.
Serve a 5-star meal that matches the scenery.
Ski remote winter terrain—and have the most winter fun.
Inflatable kayaks make big-water action accessible to all.
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Camp comfortably this winter with a shelter built for foul, windy weather.
Eight packs that haul cameras, ski gear, and everything else you'll need for a cold-weather outing.
Sleep comfortably from -20° to 15°
Protect your eyes from sun, snow, and debris with these goggles and sunglasses.
Tough winter pants (plus one really cushy pair) for all your cold-weather activities.
Bibs built for the worst of conditions.
Made for cold-weather hikes and cruiser snowshoe tours where ski pants seem like overkill.
Extremely breathable waterproof shell pants.
Five-ounce down pants that provide instant warmth after bone-chilling hikes.