SCARPA Luna GTX
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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.
SCARPA Terra GTX
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Garmont Zenith Mid
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SCARPA Kailash GTX
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Garmont Montello
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SCARPA Bhutan GTX
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SCARPA Manali GTX
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SCARPA Himavan GTX
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Garmont Sticky N Fast
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Garmont Sticky N Fast Vented
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Garmont Zenith Trail GTX
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Tarp 10 UL
An alpine tent that's light, compact, and brawny enough for storms.
Garmont Eclipse GTX
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Westcomb Chief Bib
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Windsack
Existing model
Exped LLC AirMat Basic UL 7.5 LW
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Bivanorak
Existing model
Westcomb Revenant Bib
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Westcomb Vapor FX Pant
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Garmont Momentum GTX
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Westcomb Vapor FX Jacket
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Westcomb Skeena Hoody
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Garmont Momentum
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Westcomb Mirage Jacket
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Westcomb Specter LT Hoody
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Garmont Tower Plus GTX
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Westcomb Revenant Jacket
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Westcomb Cruiser LT Jacket
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Garmont Tower Kert GTX
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Rajd
An alpine tent that's light, compact, and brawny enough for storms.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Unna
An alpine tent that's light, compact, and brawny enough for storms.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Staika
An alpine tent that's light, compact, and brawny enough for storms.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Jannu
An alpine tent that's light, compact, and brawny enough for storms.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Tarra
An alpine tent that's light, compact, and brawny enough for storms.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Soulo
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Allak
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Westcomb Chrome Jacket
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Akto
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Garmont Dakota
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Keron 3 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Keron 3
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Westcomb Switch Hoody
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Garmont Sticky Lizard
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Keron 4 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Westcomb Apoc Jacket
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Keron 4
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Garmont Sticky Beast
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Kaitum 2
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
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Hard-won-lessons and tips about grizzly bears from the front lines of survival.
Garmont Sticky Boulder
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Kaitum 2 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Kaitum 3
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Kaitum 3 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Garmont Athena GTX
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nallo 2
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nallo 2 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nallo 3
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nallo 3 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nallo 4
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nallo 4 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nammatj 2
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nammatj 2 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Garmont Arcadia GTX
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Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nammatj 3
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Nammatj 3 GT
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Saitaris
A go-anywhere solo tent that's spacious for one.
Hilleberg the Tentmaker Saivo
Stronger and lighter fabrics make this tent great for any adventure and can handle any weather condition.
Salomon Toundra Mid WP
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Salomon Techamphibian 3
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Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Hi-Tec Sports Cloud Chaser Shell
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Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest SOLite
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Solar
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Therm-a-Rest RidgeRest Solar
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite
For big-and-tall types, this pad will offer you a comfortable and good night of sleep.
Salomon Gecko
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Hi-Tec Sports Misty Mountain Softshell
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Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite Sol
This pad offers a thermal reflective barrier for extra warmth at an affordable price.
Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite Sol
This pad offers a thermal reflective barrier for extra warmth at an affordable price.