Gear Review: Canon PowerShot SX230 HS Point-and-Shoot Camera
A point-and-shoot that fires 1080HD video and geo-tags photos.
From outdoor cameras and GPS units to headlamps and more, the gear experts at Backpacker Magazine test the latest electronics in real backcountry conditions to bring you comprehensive gear reviews.
A point-and-shoot that fires 1080HD video and geo-tags photos.
A tiny helmet camera that delivers flat-screen-worthy footage.
A compact DSLR with an outstanding battery life.
A point-and-shoot that you can freeze, submerge it water, and drop from high heights.
A bomber camera that's a bargain at $200.
Learn how to plot your own digital adventures with precision--then print the maps and prep your GPS.
This watch features an altimeter, barometer, compass, and logbook, and is dead-on accurate.
Learn the basics of using GPS devices and watch amazing Google 3D flyovers in our special navigation focused video center.
Learn how to make custom maps, navigate any terrain, and the ins-and-outs of GPS devices and mobile apps in our comprehensive navigation center.
The wilderness is often a wet and gritty place. Fortunately cameras are tougher than we think, but careless handling can trash them. Here's how to stack the odds in their favor.
What do dads really want? Hint: not more ties or car wash gift certificates. We polled our male staffers to find out what they hope to get (or give) this June 19th.
Don't let iPhone fanatics fool you: There are tons of great outdoor apps for the other operating system.
Load up your smartphone or iPad with these backpacker-friendly apps.
Outfit your mama with the perfect overnight gear.
Manage your social network from anywhere
This year, spend that extra dough on at-home workout gear that will make it easier to get out and log miles. Basically, you're investing in you.
A feature-filled altimeter watch sized for the female wrist
Shockproof, waterproof, and freezeproof means it's kid-proof
Rechargeable, portable power for all your mobile devices
A shockproof, waterproof, freeze-proof camera for all your outings