Gear Review: Black Diamond Equipment Cosmo Headlamp
Bright and light describe this rugged headlamp from Black Diamond Equipment.
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Gear Review: Big Agnes Bellyache Mountain SL 17 Sleeping Bag
Lightweight and affordable, this bag will keep you warm and dry in a variety of weather.
Gear Review: Salomon Mont Baron WS Hoodie
This breathable hoodie is ideal for high-elevation or high-intensity trips.
Gear Review: MSR Reactor 1.0 Stove
An integrated burner, pot, and heat exchanger sized for solo hikers.
Pack Upgrades
3 great ways to store accessories, water, and food.
Gear Review: Field Test More Packs
Find the best pack for your needs with these four field-tested models.
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Shaka 70/Lani 60
Hike hard in hot weather with this well-ventilated pack from Mountain Hardwear.
Gear Review: Osprey Volt 75/Viva 65
Enjoy big pack performance with this light-weight bargain pack from Osprey.
Gear Review: The North Face Conness 70/65
This adjustable pack from The North Face provides all-day comfort, even with a heavy load.
Gender-Specific Packs
Do I really have to buy my girlfriend a women's-specific pack if it seems like a men's would fit?
Backpacking Gear Maintenance Tips
Extend the life of your pack, sleeping bag, and tent with these tips.
Gear Guide 2013: Heavy Duty Boots
The toughest, burliest of boots.
Gear Guide 2013: Mid Duty Boots
Tough, ankle-protecting boots that can carry a load.
Gear Guide 2013: Light Duty Boots
Low profile shoes that can take a beating.
Gear Guide 2013: Trail Runners
Go light and fast with these trail running models.
Gear Guide 2013: Boots & Trail Runners
Find the perfect kicks for going fast and far.
Gear Guide 2013: Tents
Find the right shelter for every budget and trip.
Gear Guide 2013: Backpacks
Treat your back to the perfect load-hauler.
Gear Guide 2013: Food
Get fueled with tasty backcountry meals.
Fullpower Technologies MotionX-GPS
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Tech4o Discover
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Suunto Suunto Ambit HR
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Highgear XT7 Alti-GPS
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Gear Gude 2013: Paddling
Float away with the best boats and watersport accessories.
Gear Guide 2013: Women's Gear
Our female testers found this year's best products.
Gear Review: Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Pistachios
Step aside, GORP. This flavorful nut mix from Sahale Snacks is taking trail snacks to a new level.
Gear Review: Mooney Farms Bella Sun Lucà Sun-Dried Julienne-Cut Tomatoes
These sun-dried tomatoes from Mooney Farms are great on-the-go or to add flavor to a meal.
Gear Review: Honey Stinger Vanilla Organic Energy Gel
Quick energy is the hallmark of these energy gels from Honey Stinger.
Gear Review: Moving Comfort Vero Sports Bra
The adjustable Moving Comfort Vero has three adjustments, accommodating a variety of sizes.
Gear Review: Wenonah Royalex Spirit II Canoe
Paddle through any conditions with this durable canoe from Wenonah.
Gear Review: Immersion Research Long Sleeve Zephyr Paddling Jacket
Stay dry and comfortable with this breathable paddling jacket from Immersion Research.
Gear Review: Nux Breathe T-Back Sports Bra
Small-chested women rejoice: this moderate-compression racerback resists chafing.
Gear Review: Outdoor Research Airpurge Dry Compression Sacks
Combine all the benefits of a dry bag and compression sack and you get the Airpurge Dry Compressions Sacks from Outdoor Research.
Gear Review: Bending Branches Sunrise Glass Kayak Paddle
Go lightweight with this adjustable kayak paddle from Bending Branches.
Gear Review: Isis Aurora Shell
This Isis bargain shell will keep you dry in hours of downpour.
Gear Review: Perception Expression 11.5 Sea Kayak
Get flexibility for a bargain with this sea kayak from Perception.
Gear Review: Patagonia Women's Capilene 4 Expedition Weight Bottoms
Leg insulation built for a woman's curves.
Gear Review: Kokatat Maximus PFD
Re-think your preconceptions with this comfortable PFD from Kokatat.
Gear Review: Innova Swing II Inflatable Kayak
This inflatable kayak from Innova combines storage benefits and a hard-shell-like deck.
Gear Review: Sperry Top-Sider SON-R Sounder Shandal
Grip and draining combine in this hybrid shoe from Sperry Top-Sider.
Gear Review: Wilderness Systems Zephyr 160 Sea Kayak
This sea kayak from Wilderness Systems gives you the comfort and storage space necessary for a multi-day journey.
Gear Review: Skirt Sports Adventure Girl
Embrace your femininity on the trail with this oh-so-flattering skirt. Pockets included.
Gear Review: Ahnu Montara Boot
Comfy and fun, the Ahnu Montara Boot will keep you stabilized while hiking and stylish in the town.
Shorten Hip Belt Straps
I'm pretty skinny and when I tighten my hipbelt I end up with lots of extra strap flapping around. Can I just cut this extra stuff off?
Seam Sealing Pants
If I alter a pair of waterproof pants, how can I make the new seams waterproof?
Gear Review: ExOfficio Women's Dryflylite Long-Sleeve Shirt
ExOfficio brings modesty, sun protection, and breathability with this women's shirt model.
Gear Review: Isis Active Boy Shorts
Flexible and supportive: Isis Active Boy Shorts also double as spontaneous swim gear.
Gear Review: Helly Hansen Harmony Pants
Fashion and function: these quick-dry pants can withstand cold, thorns, and dog loving with a comfortable waistband.
Gear Guide 2013: Climbing Gear
Crag-tested picks from the editors of Climbing magazine
Gear Review: Starbucks VIA Refreshers Very Berry Hibiscus Drink Mix
These aptly named Refreshers from Starbucks provide a flavorful energy kick to get you back on the trail.
Gear Guide 2013: Basecamping
Kick back with luxe gear for car and boat trips.
Gear Review: Skratch Labs Raspberry Exercise Hydration Mix
These fruit infused drink mixes from Skratch Labs are the all-natural energy boost you need during a hard summit push.
Gear Review: Hiya Green Tea
Enjoy staying hydrated with this cold-brewed green tea from Hiya.
Gear Review: PocketFuel Pineapple Coconut
Go nuts over these flavored spreads from PocketFuel.
Gear Review: Just Tomatoes Etc! Freeze-Dried Strawberries 'N Bananas
This freeze dried fruit from Just Tomatoes is great on its own or as an add-in.
Gear Guide 2013: Eyewear
Protect your eyes with versatile shades.
Gear Review: Clif Shot Bloks Chocolate Cherry
Stay energized the natural way with these fruity sweet Shot Bloks from Clif.
Gear Review: Packit Gourmet Poblano Corn Chowder
Spice up you adventure with this poblano corn chowder from Packit Gourmet.
Gear Reivew: Packit Gourmet Pizza Margherita Wrap
This pizza-inspired flavor-packed filling from Packit Gourmet will become whatever you make it.
Gear Review: Packit Gourmet Curried Mango Chicken Salad
This cold-water-prep chicken salad from Packit Gourmet will keep you fueled and on the trail.
Gear Review: Backpacker's Pantry Cuban Coconut Black Beans and Rice
Bring the fruity flavors of the tropics to the backcountry with this vegan meal from Backpacker's Pantry.
Gear Review: Adventure Appetites Basil Pistachio Penne
This rich pasta from Adventure Appetites combines many exciting flavors - smoked salmon, black olives, and sun dried tomatoes to name a few - into one satisfying backcountry dish.
Gear Review: Quaker Real Medleys Summer Berry Instant Oatmeal
Spice up a backpacker's staple with this berry oatmeal from Quaker Oats.
Gear Review: Packit Gourmet West Memphis Grits Soufflé
Bring southern comfort food into the outdoors with these mildly spicy and cheesy grits from Packit Gourmet.
Gear Review: Stonelick BLU Crashpad
Don't break the bank or yourself with this affordable crashpad from Stonelick.
Gear Review: BlueWater Flash Harness
This adjustable, comfortable harness from BlueWater is a bargain to share with the whole family.
Gear Review: Scarpa Force X Rock Climbing Shoe
Stay comfortable without sacrificing performance with the Scarpa Force X Rock Shoe.
Gear Review: Black Diamond Equipment Vapor Helmet
Stay protected without being weighed down wearing this ultralight helmet from Black Diamond Equipment.
Gear Review: Mammut 10.0 Sensor Rope
Feel secure with this Mammut rope with built-in safety features.
Gear Review: Dog Gear
Provide the best for your dog with these canine-specific items.
Gear Review: d.light S10 Solar Lantern
Let nature fuel your light with this solar powered lantern from d.light.
Gear Review: Highgear WeatherPort Weather Station
Stay safe with this handheld weather station from Highgear.
Gear Review: SOG Folding Bladelight Knife
This flashlight/knife combo from SOG allows for use at all times of day - or night.
Gear Review: Helinox Chair One
Take a seat wherever you go with this compact seat from Big Agnes.
Gear Review: Pelican ProGear MC Elite Cooler
Keep food colder longer with this sturdy cooler from Pelican ProGear.
Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest LuxuryLite UltraLite Cot
Get a good night's sleep with this luxury cot from Therm-a-Rest.
Gear Review: Sierra Designs Mirage 4 Tent
Camp in comfort with this spacious and weatherproof tent from Sierra Designs.
Gear Review: Revo Guide Extreme Sunglasses
These multi-featured shades from Revo will keep you seeing clearly during high-altitude exertion.
Gear Review: adidas Swift Solo Sunglasses
These versatile shades from adidas provide no-slip comfort coupled with clear, natural colors.
Gear Review: Costa Tuna Alley with 580G Green Mirror Lens Sunglasses
View the world with clarity wearing these copper-tinted lenses from Costa,