Editors' Choice Gold Award 2010: REI Half Dome 2 Tent
Eight years later, this REI tent is still the best deal out there.
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Editors' Choice 2010: Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 Tent
Attention, ultralighters who want a legit two-person tent: This is it.
Gear Review: 5.10 Stealth Paint
Revitalize the soles of your hiking boots and climbing shoes.
Editors' Choice 2010: Soto Pocket Torch
Turn a disposable lighter into a weatherproof flamethrower.
Gear Review: Millet 350
This lightweight shell is mountain ready.
Gear Review: White Sierra Tempest Tek Jacket
Total rain protection at a happy, happy price.
Gear Review: Merrel Norgate
A do-it-all rainshell with a roomy cut.
Gear Review: Patagonia Down Sweater
A sweet, packable puffy with big warmth
Gear Review: Marmot Eigerwand Jacket
This synthetic-filled puffy stays warm even in wet, sloppy snow.
Editors' Choice 2010: NEMO Meta 2P Tent
If you use trekking poles, you should use this tent.
Editors' Choice 2010: Zamberlan 760 Steep GT Hiking Boot
Tackle the biggest terrain–under the heaviest loads–in this uncommonly comfortable boot.
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Flex Down Jacket
This stretchy-baffled down jacket traps mega heat for serious warmth.
Editors' Choice 2010: Mophie Juice Pack Air
Make your iPhone trail-ready.
Editors' Choice 2010: Patagonia Merino 1 Baselayer
Settle the wool-versus-synthetic debate once and for all: Get the best of both.
Editors' Choice 2010: Salomon Wings Sky GTX
Hike far, fast.
Gear Review: GoLite Tumalo Pant
Breathable rain-rebuffing pants that pack tiny
Gear Review: Exped Air Pillow
Get some real sleep on your next trip with this packable pillow.
Gear Review: Marmot Rockstar Pant
Stretchy fabric and a clean, comfy cut make these hiking pants super-versatile.
Gear Review: Smartwool Neck Gaiter
A cozy cocoon for your neck and face
Gear Review: Sea to Summit X-Mug
A coffee cup that packs flat
Gear Review: GoMotion 3-Watt Sternum Luxeon LED Kit
This headlamp for your chest is ideal for night hikers.
Gear Review: Eureka Glide 51
A lightweight flashlight that converts to a lantern
Gear Review: eGear PICO
The tiniest light
Gear Review: Princeton Tec Remix
A superbright headlamp with big, easy-to-find buttons
Gear Review: Black Diamond Sprinter
Runners will love this headlamp.
Gear Review: Gerber Octane
A mid-size multitool with all the fixin's
Gear Review: Harley-Davidson 13740
A sharp, titanium-handled knife
Gear Review: Patagonia Simple Guide Jacket
A streamlined softshell that packs up small and cuts the wind
Gear Review: iPhone
The best smartphone for the backcountry
Gear Review: REI's Sahara Convetible Pants
Hiking pants that are as tough as your kids
Gear Review: Julbo Ozone
Protective shades for your kids
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Boys' Epic
An affordable kids' rain jacket that can handle serious weather
Size and Buy the Right Hiking Boots
Buy the right boots for you–and get the right fit.
Gear Review: Kayland Contact Rev Hiking Boot
A boot with mega support without the extra weight
Gear Review: La Sportiva Karakorum Hiking Boot
A summer mountaineering boot that's armor-tough
Gear Review: Zamberlan 308 Trekker RR Hiking Boot
A luxurious leather-lined boot built for backpacking
Gear Review: Hi-Tec Renegade Trail WP Jr. Kids' Hiking Boot
A real backpacking boot for kids
Gear Review: SCARPA Bhutan GTX Hiking Boots
A versatile boot with impressive support for its weight
Gear Review: Mammut Cirrus GTX Hiking Boots
A superlight boot for high-mileage speedhikers
Gear Review: Merrell Col Mid WP Hiking Boot
Killer traction in all sorts of slippery terrain
Gear Review: L.L. Bean Trail Model Hiker II TEK2.5 Hiking Boot
An all-purpose hiker with a bargain pricetag.
Gear Review: Columbia Pole Creek Omni-Tech Hiking Boot
If you need boots for wet, soggy conditions, these winners are a bargain.
Gear Review: Thinsulate Thermal Insoles
Boost your boots' warmth with these insoles.
Gear Review: Grand Trunk Nano-7 Hammock
A super-comfy hang-able camp "chair"
Gear Review: Merino Wool Buff
A versatile head accessory that morphs from hat to gaiter to balaclava to pony-tail holder
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Quasar
A comfy cap for hot days
Gear Review: Pistil Tulip
A cozy and cute wool hat
Gear Review: Lowrance Endura Sierra
A fully-featured GPS
Gear Review: Garmin Dakota 20
A bargain GPS
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Torsion Glove
Nimble gloves for cold weather hiking
Gear Review: Travel Yahtzee
A great rainy day tent game
Gear Review: Mountain Hardware Seta Strapless Running Gaiters
Minimalist gaiters to keep out dirt and debris
Gear Review: Fishpond San Juan Vertical Chest Pack
A great backcountry chest pack for anglers
Gear Review: Arc'teryx Delta LT Zip
A super-versatile, fleecy layering piece
Gear Review: Adventure Medical Kits Day Tripper
A handy, all-inclusive first aid kit
Gear Review: Snowpeak's Titanium Flask
The finest flask for your finest single malts
Gear Review: WetFire Tinder
Foolproof tinder to get your fire raging
Ultralight First-Aid
Build your own superlight first aid kit
Gear Review: Julbo Monterosas Glacier Glasses
Women's glacier glasses that transform to daily shades
Gear Review: Smith Pavilion
Lightweight, rugged shades that work for city or trail
Gear Review: Tifosi Ventoux Sunglasses
Glare proof photochromatic sunglasses at a sweet price
Gear Review: KEEN Obsidian WP Trail Shoe
A stable lightweight trail shoe for trail running or light backpacking trips
Gear Review: Granite Gear Long Howl
A deluxe pack for your dog
Gear Review: Chaco Pro Sandals
Supportive, comfortable trail sandals with great traction.
Gear Review: Ruff Wear Bivy Bowl
A light collapsible dish for your backpacking dog
Gear Review: La Sportiva Wildcat Trail Running Shoe
A sweet trail runner with maximum traction and cushion
Gear Review: Dublin Dog collar
The most rugged, stink-proof dog collar we've found
Gear Review: Nikwax Down Proof
Boost the performance of your down gear
Gear Review: Bheestie Bag
Resurrect electronics that have taken a swim
Gear Review: Kahtoola KTS Aluminum Crampons
Crampons that won't weigh you down
Gear Review: Singleton of Glendullan 12-Year-old
Fill your flask with this smooth Scotch.
Gear Review: Metolius Full Strength Mini Carabiner
The lightest carabiner
Gear Review: Sea Eagle 370 Inflatable Canoe
An inflatable kayak that paddles well
Should I Keep Moving If I Get Bit By a Rattlesnake?
I recently came off trail in the night and nearly stepped on a rattlesnake in the Smokies. If bitten and you are an hour or two out, would you recommend to keep moving to get out?
How Many Cubic Inches Do I Need For a Daypack or Week-Long Pack?
I am confused about the capacity figures that backpack manufacturers claim. With particular regards to daypacks it seems that the figures advertised are always about 20% higher than what the pack actually holds. What gives?
Gear Review: Sugio MidZero Zip Jersey
A midweight base layer for cool to cold weather hiking
Gear Review: Kombi Bamboo 4-Way Stretch 1/4 Zip-Neck
A lightweight layering piece make of bamboo
Gear Review: I/O Merino Contact Long-Sleeve Crib
A superlight wool base layer that shines 12 months a year
Gear Review: Columbia Silver Ridge Crew
A tee-shirt designed for super-hot weather
Gear Review: Adventure Medical Kits Heatsheets Emergency Bivy
A light emergency bivvy sack