Adidas Outdoor AX2 Mid
Affordable traction and great durability in a pint-sized package
Gear
Gear
Montane Prism Booties
Packable Camp Shoes
Nike Skylon Ace XV
Trail Runner's Pick
Petzl Tikka
Glow in the Dark
Power Practical Luminoodle
Camp Light
Sea Eagle TC16 Travel Canoe
Inflatable Canoe
Ruffwear Grip Trex
All-Terrain Booties
Kurgo Baxter Dog Backpack
Good-Fitting Pack
NEMO Equipment Fillo Elite
Inflatable Pillow
SmartWool PhD Outdoor Medium Crew
Tough Socks
Harmony Stowaway Beach Cart
Load-bearing Cart
Jaybird X2
Bluetooth earbuds
Columbia Freezer Zero Fingerless Gloves
Summer gloves
Coleman Conquer 300L
Motion Activated
UCO A-120 Comfort Fit
Soft on the Head
TurboPUP Meal Bars
Meal Bars
Princeton Tec
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Sony X1000V 4K Action Cam
POV Camera
Suunto Traverse
GPS Watch
Sony RX10 ii
Everyman camera
Lowepro Whistler 350 AW
All-weather Camera Pack
Ricoh WG-M2
Adventure-Proof Action Cam
LifeProof LifeActiv armband
Quickdraw smartphone holster
Snow Peak BiPod
Group Cooking
Lowe Alpine Cerro Torre 75:100 Backpack
Able to carry up to 100 liters, this pack is a load monster.
The North Face Fovero 70 Backpack
This comfortable pack grows with you and is built for hand-me-downs.
Montane Summit Tour 50 +15 Backpack
This pack is equally at home on dayhikes, weekends, and alpine ascents.
Ortovox Peak 45 / Peak 42 S Backpack
This pack's perforated wool backpanel kept us cool and dry.
Exped Black Ice 45 Backpack
This waterproof pack withstood everything from crampons to machetes.
Marmot Graviton 48 Backpack
You can grab items from the top, bottom, and middle of this pack without having to fish around.
Bergans of Norway Helium 55 Backpack
This ultralight pack carries 40 pounds without compromising features—and at a great price to boot.
Patagonia Black Hole 25 Daypack
This daypack's thick, waterproof skin repels everything.
Gregory Salvo 18 / Sula 18 Daypack
This daypack is compact, streamlined, and great for quick summertime escapes.
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
Mountainsmith Mayhem 45
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Deuter Rise Tour 45+
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Granite Gear Lutsen 55
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Osprey Viva 50
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Bergans of Norway Skarstind 48
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Ortovox Civetta Hardshell
This comfy, ultralight hardshell strikes the perfect balance between weight, features, and comfort.
High Sierra Isle Hardshell
This bargain hardshell gives you features and performance rarely seen at this price.
Salomon Bonatti WP Hardshell Jacket
This ultralight, stripped-down hardshell will be a hit with the fast-and-light crowd looking for simple, effective weather protection at a sweet price.
Outdoor Research Realm Hardshell
This climbing-oriented hardshell has details everyone will love.
Ultimate Direction Ultra Hardshell Jacket
Save big on a weight-saving backpacking hardshell.
Marmot Red Star and Starfire Hardshells
Breathability, durability, and design combine for year-round protection in this versatile hardshell.
REI Rhyolite Hardshell
This value hardshell gives you the breathability of shells that cost $100 more.
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
Bergans of Norway Moa Shorts
quick-dry clothes
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
High Sierra Karadon 55 Backpack
No more sweat stains with this pack: High-use areas detach for washing.
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.
Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock Trekking Poles
These trekking poles take the sting out of the most rugged trails.
Petzl MYO Headlamp
This powerful headlamp is the brightest option in its weight class.
myCharge All Terrain Charger
This is the most durable (and waterproof) portable battery we’ve seen.
Catalyst Waterproof iPhone Case
Get total protection for your iPhone without compromising sound quality.
GoPro HERO Video Camera
This lightweight helmet cam brings quality POV filming to the masses.
Backcountry Access Float 32 Airbag Pack
Get your favorite backpack features in an avy pack.
Icebug Zeal OLX Trail Runner
Metal studs in the outsole of this winter trail runner give hikers a claw-like grip on icy trails.
Salomon Fellraiser Trail Runner
Aggressive lugs make this trail runner the best shoe for muddy trails.
Altra Lone Peak NeoShell Trail Runner
A waterproof exterior and plenty of cushioning make this ultralight trail runner comfortable for 20-plus-mile winter runs and hikes.
Julbo Aerospace Goggles
You'll find the best airflow in these goggles—pop the lens away from the frame for instant ventilation.
Smith I/O Asian Fit Goggles
Now one of the best interchangeable goggle series on the market fits more face shapes.