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The One Tent By Gossamer Gear pitched out in the woods in a snowy scene

Gear Review: The One Tent By Gossamer Gear

Beloved by ultralight backpackers and thru-hikers alike, The One Tent by Gossamer Gear has a solid reputation and boasts one of the lightest weights on the market! Check out our review to see how it performs and learn what it's all about.

a hiker uses the shadowlight ultralight backpack now on sale through outdoor vitals in 2025

SALE: Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack

If you're in the market for a new ultralight backpack, you'll want to check out the Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack Sale from Outdoor Vitals! Check out this article to see what the sale is all about.

a hiker wears Piedra Sunglasses By Bajio in a southwest national park

Gear Review: Piedra Sunglasses By Bajio

Check out our gear review of the Piedra Sunglasses by Bajio. These high quality sunglasses provide full-wrap eye protection, while offering ample customization and a medium fit. Great for hiking and backpacking!

a woman drinks a Recpak One Complete Meal while out on a big backpacking adventure in the southwest

Review: Recpak One Complete Meal

Check out this review of Recpak One Complete Meal if you're looking for a simple way to consume enough calories on backpacking trips and tough adventures. These ultralight, no mess meals might be a game-changer!

a backpacker sits in the Hornet OSMO Ultralight Backpacking Tent By NEMO Equipment sending off a satelite message

Gear Review: Hornet OSMO Ultralight Backpacking Tent By NEMO Equipment

Check out our review of the Hornet OSMO Ultralight Backpacking Tent by NEMO Equipment! This lightweight, durable tent is perfect for a huge array of adventures from deserts to mountains. Find out how we used it over hundreds of miles, and if it's a tent we plan to use in 2025.

a banner featuring a backpackers using thermarest gear by cascade designs now on sale for 2025

SALE: Up To 40% Off Cascade Designs! Save Big On Thermarest, MSR & More!

Looking to save big on all the companies you know and love from Cascade Designs? This great sale features up to 40% off on MSR, Therm-A-Rest, PackTowl, Platypus and SealLine gear! Gear up for adventure!

a hiker holds the Ti-Double 450 Anodized Mug By Snow Peak in a forested blue sky scene

Gear Review: Ti-Double 450 Anodized Mug By Snow Peak

A lovely camp mug can make a big difference in the backcountry! Check out our review of the Ti-Double 450 Anodized Mug by Snow Peak to learn how it handles camp coffee, and if a pop of color is worth the higher price.