The North Face M Assailant GTX
Hike far, fast.
Gear Reviews
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.
The North Face W Sorceress Mid WP
Hike far, fast.
The North Face M Assailant Mid WP
Hike far, fast.
The North Face W Sable
Hike far, fast.
The North Face M Valence
Hike far, fast.
The North Face W Sable GTX XCR
Hike far, fast.
The North Face M Valence GTX XCR
Hike far, fast.
The North Face W Sable Mid GTX XCR
Hike far, fast.
The North Face M Valence Mid GTX XCR
Hike far, fast.
The North Face M Syncline GTX, W Syncline GTX
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Dhaulagiri II GTX, W Dhaulagiri II GTX
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Jannu II GTX, W Jannu II GTX
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Momentum II, W Momentum II
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Prophecy II, W Prophecy II
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face Hedgehog Mid GTX XCR, W Hedgehog Mid GTX XCR
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Hedgehog GTX XCR, W Hedgehog GTX XCR
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Hedgehog GTX XCR Boa
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Hedgefrog, W Hedgefrog
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Sieve II, W Sieve II
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Padda II, W Padda II
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Alkaline LT, W Alkaline LT
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Alkaline, W Alkaline
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
The North Face M Alkaline GTX XCR, W Alkaline GTX XCR
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
Cabela's XPG Ultralight S. I. Pad
An extra wide and extra long sleeping pad with three inches of cushion.
Cabela's XPG Ultralight S. I. Pad
An extra wide and extra long sleeping pad with three inches of cushion.
Cabela's XPG Ultralight S.I. Sleeping Pad
An extra wide and extra long sleeping pad with three inches of cushion.
Cabela's Cabela's XPG Bivy Sack
This "Bivy" is actually a bomber two-pole solo tent.
Cabela's Diamond Peak Bitterroot Daypack
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Cabela's Cabela's Diamond Peak Ridgeline
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Cabela's Cabela's Diamond Peak Shasta
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Cabela's Cabela's Diamond Peak Columbine Wns
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Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight 2000
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Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight 4000
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Cabela's Cabela's XPG Ultralight 5000
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Saucony ProGrid Razor
A waterproof boot that's comfortable for dayhikes and weekend outings.
Salomon XA 25 WP
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Mountain Hardwear BMG
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Gear Review: Coleman LED Quad Lantern
No kid gets left in the dark with this versatile LED lamp.
Gear Review: Vasque Sundowner Kids' Boots
Solid, mid-weight support, waterproof, and grippy tread make this classic boot your kid's go to for all their hiking needs.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Epic Kids' Shell Jacket
Kids stay warm and dry with this deluge-proof shell, perfect for everything from family hikes, to waiting for the carpool.
Fall Apparel Guide 2009
Goal: Help you stay comfortable in any weather. Solution: Hike through two-week-long downpours and hurricane-force winds to bring you the best new gear for every trip.
How Do Blisters Heal Fastest?
Once a heel blister starts to get better/heal, does keeping it exposed to air each night (so the area dries after the day of hiking) improve healing, or is keeping the area moist and soft with a dressing better?
The North Face Gunnison 18
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The North Face Enduro 30
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The North Face Tree Hugger 32
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The North Face La Loba 60
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The North Face W Ray 20
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The North Face Ion 20
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The North Face W Angstrom 25
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The North Face Angstrom 30
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The North Face W Remedy 25
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The North Face Interval 25
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The North Face Interval 30
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The North Face Cam 26
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The North Face Mantel 26
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The North Face Fulcrum 35
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The North Face Ligero 50
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The North Face W Akila 55
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The North Face Skareb 50
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The North Face Skareb 65
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The North Face W Solaris 35
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The North Face Solaris 40
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The North Face Youth Terra 55
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The North Face W Terra 45
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The North Face W Terra 55
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The North Face Terra 35
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The North Face Terra 45
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The North Face Terra 65
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The North Face W Crestone 60
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The North Face Crestone 60
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The North Face Crestone 75
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The North Face El Lobo 65
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The North Face W Primero 65
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The North Face Primero 60
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The North Face Primero 70
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The North Face Primero 85
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The North Face Spire 32
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The North Face Spire 40
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The North Face Prophet 45
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The North Face Prophet 65
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