Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Kelvin 5.0 Stretch Sleeping Pad
Upgrade your zzzzz's with this luxe and versatile system.
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Gear
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Euphoria Sleeping Bag
A women's bag that stays warm even when wet.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Kelvin Summer Pump Pad
Upgrade your zzzzz's with this luxe and versatile system.
Exped Dreamwalker 650
Affordable and ultralight synthetic, the Lafuma Extreme 600 performs to keep you comfortable in warm and cool temperatures.
Exped Dreamwalker 450
Affordable and ultralight synthetic, the Lafuma Extreme 600 performs to keep you comfortable in warm and cool temperatures.
Exped Dreamwalker Syn 133
Affordable and ultralight synthetic, the Lafuma Extreme 600 performs to keep you comfortable in warm and cool temperatures.
Exped Dreamwalker 250
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Gear Review: MontBell U.L. Super Spiral Down Hugger #1 Sleeping Bag
A sleeping bag you won't want to get out of.
Exped Waterbloc 600
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Exped Waterbloc 800
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Exped Waterbloc 1000
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Purcell 2 Backpacking Boots
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
Exped Waterbloc 1200
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Gear Review: Brooks-Range Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag
Pair this bag with a puffy jacket for an ultralight, ultratoasty setup.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Killarney 2 Day Hiking Boots
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
Exped LLC Torrent 50
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Gear Review: Exped Waterbloc 1000 Sleeping Bag
A sleeping bag that doesn't require a tent.
Exped Torrent 30
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Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Hybrid -20C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Hybrid -12C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Cygnet -10C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Habanero -12C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Habanero -7C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Habanero 0C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Lafuma Pike 40
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Lafuma Venturer 75
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Lafuma Landcruiser 50 + 10 Lady
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Lafuma Landcruiser 70 + 10
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GoLite Peak
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Lafuma Manang 65+20
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GoLite VO24
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Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Raven -12C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
GoLite Rush
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Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Raven -7C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Raven 0C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Merlin -10C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Merlin -3C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) Thor WINDSTOPPER -30C
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Cohesion Rainshell
A reasonably priced rainshell that breathes well and feels great against the skin.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Cohesion Rainshell
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LL Bean L.L.Bean Escape Pack
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LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack Youth
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LL Bean Continental Rucksack
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LL Bean Stowaway Day Pack
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LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack Women's
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LL Bean L.L.Bean White Mountain Pack
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LL Bean Bigelow Day Pack
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L.L.Bean Bean Sprout Day Pack
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L.L.Bean Mountain Heather Day Pack
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L.L. Bean Bigelow Day Pack Women's
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L.L.Bean Day Trekker Pack
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Gear Review: Byer of Maine Easy Traveller Hammock
Backcountry hammocks–the easiest way to bring tropical comfort to your wilderness paradise.
10 Best iPhone Apps for the Outdoors
These applications might not qualify as the 10 Essentials, but they're pretty sweet to have on the trail nonetheless.
Beginner Crampons
Do you know of a good pair of beginner crampons for use in the Rockies? What's the price range?
Mountainsmith Alder 30
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Mountainsmith Wazee 20
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Mountainsmith Colfax 25
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Mountainsmith Trekker FX Monopod
Get a grip on the best carbon poles we've ever tested.
Mountainsmith Poncha 35
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountainsmith Kenosha 20
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountainsmith Monarch 0
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountainsmith Windom 35
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountainsmith Sunlight 20
The 850-fill Dreamwalker converts to a full-length poncho–like a puffy jacket, only warmer.
Mountainsmith El Diente 5
If you’re built more like a linebacker than a cyclist, consider the El Diente.
Best Poles for Arthritis
What are the best trekking poles to use if you have arthritis in your hands?
The North Face W Sable Mid GTX XCR
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face Crestone
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face Crestone GTX XCR
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face Crestone Mid GTX XCR
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face Simple Bivy
New model for this year (Do not check this option if this model was listed as new in last year's Gear Guide)
The North Face Asylum Bivy
New model for this year (Do not check this option if this model was listed as new in last year's Gear Guide)
The North Face Vindicator II GTX, W Vindicator II GTX
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face Vindicator Mid II GTX, W Vindicator Mid II GTX
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face M Syncline GTX, W Syncline GTX
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face M Dhaulagiri II GTX, W Dhaulagiri II GTX
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
The North Face M Jannu II GTX, W Jannu II GTX
The Khumbu is an all-terrain mountain boot with a design that promotes comfortable walking for any kind of adventure.
Easton Mountain Products ATR-80 Aluminum
Get a grip on the best carbon poles we've ever tested.
Easton Mountain Products CTR-80 Carbon
Get a grip on the best carbon poles we've ever tested.
The North Face W Ion 20
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The North Face Ion 20
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