Backbone Media Black Diamond Bipod Bivy
Existing model
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Gear Reviews
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Find the best backpacking gear with help from our expert reviewers and gear testers at Backpacker. We review the best backpacking gear on the market, from sleeping bags, to cookware, to backpacks, to the best hiking boots, in the most rigorous trail conditions imaginable so you can find the perfect setup for all your adventures. At Backpacker, we take our responsibility to provide readers with fair and accurate gear advice seriously. When you make a purchase through our site, we may earn a commission.
Backbone Media Black Diamond Tripod Bivy
Existing model
Black Diamond Beta Bug
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Black Diamond Beta Light
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Black Diamond Betamid
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Black Diamond Mega Bug
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Black Diamond Mega Light
This three-star accommodation costs less than $60 per person.
Black Diamond Bibler Eldorado
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Bibler I-Tent
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Bibler Tempest
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Bibler Ahwahnee
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Fitzroy
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Bibler Bombshelter
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Salomon Salomon XT Advanced Skin 5 SLAB Set
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Black Diamond HiLight
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Gear Review: Garmont momentum Snow GTX
The most versatile cold-weather boot for backpacking and snowshoeing.
Black Diamond Firstlight
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Skylight
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Mesa
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Vista
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Salomon Salomon XA 25 WP
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Black Diamond Mirage
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Oasis
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Black Diamond Stormtrack
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Black Diamond Black Diamond Squall
A bomber tent with lots of legroom
Eastern Mountain Sports Women's Velocity 35
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Eastern Mountain Sports Velocity 35
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Eastern Mountain Sports Women's Boreal 20
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Eastern Mountain Sports Boreal 20
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
Eastern Mountain Sports Women's Mountain Light 15
An affordable, high-performance sleeping bag that keeps you warm and dry in the harshest of elements.
The Timberland Company Men's Earthkeepers Cupsole Sport Boat Shoe
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
The Timberland Company Men's Formentor Boat Shoe Class I
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
The Timberland Company Men's Radler Trail Low Leather and Fabric
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
The Timberland Company Men's Belknap Mid Leather and Fabric with GORE-TEX Membrane
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Ganda Guide
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Ganda
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Boulder X
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Gear Review: Sanyo Xacti VPC-WH1 Video Camera
This video camera is perfect solution to handle all weather conditions while backpacking.
La Sportiva Batura EVO
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Gear Review: Black Diamond Couloir Harness
Stay comfortable and safe with this easy on and off harness.
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Insulation
Insulating pieces from down to fleece.
La Sportiva Makalu
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
Gear Review: Mountainsmith Borealis AT Camera Backpack
A great camera backpack that also has room to carry your gear.
La Sportiva Glacier
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Karakorum
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Wildcat GTX
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Wildcat
Bedroom-slipper light and instantly comfortable
La Sportiva Raptor
These slip-resisting kicks allow for a bold increase of your trail-run stride.
Gear Review: SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger
Never go missing with this personal locator beacon.
Gear Review: Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 Point-and-Shoot Camera
This point-and-shoot camera does it all: stills, video, and GPS.
La Sportiva Crossover GTX
These slip-resisting kicks allow for a bold increase of your trail-run stride.
La Sportiva Crosslite
These slip-resisting kicks allow for a bold increase of your trail-run stride.
Gear Review: Magellan eXplorist GC
Geocaching just got easier with this palm-size GPS unit.
Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Hardshells
Repel rain, cold, and snow with these hardshell jackets.
Gear Review: Casio Exilim G EX-G1 Point-and-Shoot Camera
Casio Exilim G EX-G1 point and shoot camera is the perfect solution for the backpacker.
Black Diamond Equipment Speed 30
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Black Diamond Equipment Speed 40
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Gear Review: Mophie Juice Pack Reserve
Stay connected with this keychain-size battery charger.
Black Diamond Equipment Speed 55
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Black Diamond Equipment Axis 33
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Gear Review: Canon EOS 7D DSLR Camera
Best DSLR digital camera for backpacking.
Black Diamond Equipment Epic 35
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Black Diamond Equipment Epic 45
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Black Diamond Equipment Mission 50
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Black Diamond Equipment Mission 75
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Gear Review: Garmin GPSMAP 62st
The pinpoint accuracy of this GPS system will keep you on track even in the most narrow valleys.
Black Diamond Equipment Astral 40
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Black Diamond Innova 50
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Black Diamond Innova 60
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Black Diamond Equipment Axiom 30
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Black Diamond Axiom 40
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Black Diamond Infinity 50
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Black Diamond Infinity 60
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Fall/Winter Gear Guide 2010: Baselayers
Keep your bod warm & toasty all fall and winter long.
Black Diamond Equipment Magnum
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Black DIamond Pulse
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Black Diamond Equipment Blast
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Black Diamond Spark
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Black Diamond Flare
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Black Diamond Nitro
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