Gregory Salvo 18 / Sula 18 Daypack
This daypack is compact, streamlined, and great for quick summertime escapes.
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Reviews
Every year our editors test the latest backpacking gear essentials to find their favorites, displayed in our Editors’ Choice gear awards.
Every year our editors test the latest backpacking gear essentials to find their favorites, displayed in our Editors’ Choice gear awards.
Thule Stir 35 Daypack
A simple adjustment system lets you quickly adjust this pack's torso length for a perfect fit.
Jansport Onyx Equinox 34 Daypack
This daypack gives you dawn-to-dusk capacity for less.
Osprey Manta AG 28 / Mira 26 AG Hydration Pack
A clever connection mechanism on this hydration pack makes water refills a cinch.
Columbia Titanium Trail Elite 22L Daypack
Great organization and load-carrying comfort make this our favorite daypack.
Boreas Monterey 35 Daypack
Lightweight and water-resistant, this streamlined pack is dialed for climbing.
Osprey Hydrajet
Hydration Pack
Columbia Featherweight Hike Long Sleeve Shirt
Wearing is believing: This is the lightest sunshirt we’ve ever tested.
Mountain Hardwear AP Pants
These tough trousers go everywhere.
Patagonia Merino Air
It’s a technical layer disguised as a stylish sweater.
Stio Kids' CFS Hooded Jacket
Softshell
UV Buff
Neck & Face Protection
Outdoor Tech Buckshot Pro
Power Pack
Edelrid Slash
Workhorse Quickdraw
Garmin Etrex Touch Series
Touchscreen GPS
MSR Guardian Purifier
This could be the last water filter you’ll every buy.
Jetboil Genesis Base Camp System
Car Camping
Mystery Ranch Sphinx & Mystic
This pack tames the biggest loads.
F-Stop Tilopa and Sukha
Serious about backpacking and photography? You’ll love this camera-ready pack.
Our Favorite Women's Gear That Actually Fits
Despite huge advances in women’s gear, women are about twice as likely to have trouble getting a good fit. Here are our contributors' best solutions.
The Best New Hiking Boots of 2015
Waterproof. Breathable. Tough. The best new hiking boots of 2015 prove that when it comes to footwear, you really can have it all.
The Best Sleeping Bags and Pads of 2015
We took these bags below their temperature ratings to find out just how warm they really are. Bottom line: We lost sleep so you won't. Hit snooze with one of these toasty sacks (and cushy pads).
The Best Resort/AT Crossover Ski Boots
Ski season is winding down—which means it’s bargain time in the ski boot world. Whether you’re a resort skier who ventures out of bounds or a backcountry skier who ventures inbounds, you’ll find a pair of ski boots here that can go both ways.
The Best New Men's Hiking Clothes for 2015
Durability meets comfort in this year's best new trail apparel for guys.
The Best New Sunglasses for Hikers 2015
We tried dozens of pair to bring you our top 3 new sunglasses for hikers, plus lenses that could actually lift your mood.
The Best Outdoor Electronics 2015
The best new backcountry cameras, long-lasting GPS units, and our picks for the hottest new portable power.
The Best New Backpacks of 2015
From featherlight daypacks to multiday MVPs, our editors rounded up the 18 best new backpacks of 2015.
Review Roundup: Best New Camp Kitchen Gear 2015
We tested every new camp stove, cook pot, and more to bring you these 8 top picks in backcountry camp kitchen gear.
Tested: The Best Outdoor Beer Growlers of 2015
Insulated, stainless steel beer growlers are awesome for camping. But with so many to choose from, which is the best? We put five to the test.
Review Roundup: Best New Women's Hiking Clothes for 2015
Our crew of pro testers review their top picks for the best new women's hiking clothes, including pants, shirts, jackets, sports bras, and more. Plus: Top trends in women's hiking apparel this year.
Editors' Choice Awards 2013
From a bomber ultralight tent to the best GPS watch we've seen, here are the 15 products that passed the ultimate field test.
Editors' Choice 2013: The Best Backpacking Gear of the Year
From a bomber ultralight tent to the best GPS watch we've seen, here are the 15 products that passed the ultimate field test.
Gear Review: Fischer Snowbound Rugged Nordic Touring Ski
This all-around Nordic ski both glides and grips for awesome touring.
Gear Review: Garmont Excursion Backcountry Touring Boot
This boot has the best of both worlds: The comfort of a Nordic boot, with the warmth of telemark boot.
Gear Review: Voile HD Mountaineer 3-Pin Backcountry Touring Binding
Simple and user-friendly, these Voile skis are also built to weather the abuse of varied terrains.
Gear Review: Karhu XCD Guide Backcountry Touring Ski
Ideal for turning and climbing on rugged backcountry day trips.
Gear Review: Dynafit Zzeus TF-X/Gaia Alpine Touring Boot
Stiff on the downhill, flexible when skinning up, this boot has it all.
Gear Review: G3 Onyx Alpine Touring Binding
Adjustable and easy to use, traveling through varied terrain is a breeze.
Gear Review: Black Diamond Justice Alpine Touring Ski
Whether it's touring, powder or inbounds, this ski does it all.
Gear Review: Black Diamond Push/Stiletto Telemark Ski Boot
The perfect blend of comfort and performance, this boot is great in all conditions.
Gear Review: Black Diamond 01 Telemark Bindings
Versatile and ready for anything, these bindings are super durable and won't ice up.
Gear Review: G3 Tonic/Zest Telemark Ski
Great for powder, but still handles the bumps like a pro, these skis are super smooth.