SCARPA Ladakh GTX
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Gear Reviews
Gear Reviews
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.
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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.
Tarptent Sublite Sil
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
SCARPA SL M3
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
SCARPA Escape GTX
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
SCARPA Fuego
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Rab Ridge Raider Bivi
Existing model
Rab Superlight Bivi
Existing model
Rab Ultra Bivi
Existing model
RAB Storm Bivi
Existing model
Rab Alpine Bivi
Existing model
SCARPA Liskamm GTX
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
SCARPA Charmoz GTX
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
SCARPA Triolet Pro GTX
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Big Sky International Revolution 4P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Evolution 3P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Revolution 3P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Revolution 2P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Evolution 2P XC
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Evolution 2P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Mirage 2P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Revolution 1P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Evolution 1P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
Big Sky International Mirage 1P
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.
TrekSta Roam
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
TrekSta Evolution II
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Teva Zilch
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
TrekSta Assault GTX
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Gregory Mountain Products Dipsea 6
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Gregory Mountain Products Navarino 12
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Gregory Mountain Products Diablo 6
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Gregory Mountain Products Wasatch 12
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Teva Churn
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Gregory Mountain Products Denali Pro 105
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Gregory Mountain Products Makalu Pro 70
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Gregory Mountain Products Alpinisto 50
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Gregory Mountain Products Alpinisto 35
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Gregory Mountain Products Petit Dru Pro 85
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Gregory Mountain Products Whitney 95
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Marmot Kid's Mavericks 40 Semi Rec
An ultralight summer sleeping bag that sleeps warm.
Gregory Mountain Products Palisade 80
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Gregory Mountain Products Deva 85
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Marmot Mavericks 20 Semi Rec
An ultralight summer sleeping bag that sleeps warm.
SOLE Exhale
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Marmot Mavericks 30 Semi Rec
An ultralight summer sleeping bag that sleeps warm.
Gregory Mountain Products Baltoro 75
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Gregory Mountain Products Baltoro 65
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Marmot Mavericks 40 Semi Rec
An ultralight summer sleeping bag that sleeps warm.
Marmot Mavericks 50 Semi Rec
An ultralight summer sleeping bag that sleeps warm.
Marmot Kid's Trestles 30
An ultralight summer sleeping bag that sleeps warm.
Gregory Mountain Products Deva 70
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Teva Dalea Mid eVent®
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Teva Dalea eVent
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Gregory Mountain Products Deva 60
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Teva Sky Lake W's
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Teva Sky Lake eVent® W's
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
Gregory Mountain Products Serrac 45
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Gregory Mountain Products Tarne 36
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Gregory Mountain Products Serrac 35
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Gregory Mountain Products Torre 33
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Teva Sky Lake Mid eVent® W's
A new and improved version of a boot we've long loved.
CamelBak Octane 24
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Teva Forge Pro W's
Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.
CamelBak Vista 32
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CamelBak Vantage 35
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CamelBak Aventura
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Teva Forge Pro eVent® W's
Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.
CamelBak Fourteener
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CamelBak Highwire 25
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Outdoor Research Bug Bivy
Existing model
Teva Rath eVent®
Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.
Outdoor Research Highland Bivy
Existing model
Outdoor Research Aurora Bivy
Existing model
Teva Raith Mid eVent®
Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Vagabond Tour 40
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Outdoor Research Alpine Bivy
Existing model
Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Tech Tour 60
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Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) Tech Tour 65
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Kelty Recluse 2.5 i
This synthetic-insulated, mummy-shaped pad packs down to football size.
Teva Forge Pro
Comfortable low-cut trail runners that offer support and performance.
Big Agnes Jack Rabbit SL3
A four-person, double-walled tent that's supremely packable.