Gear Review: Conundrum Sleeping Quilt By Enlightened Equipment
The Conundrum Sleeping Quilt by Enlightened Equipment offers serious warmth, lightweight performance, and a custom fit, making it a top choice for cold-weather backpackers.
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Gear Review: Trail-Tested Essentials By PAKA
PAKA's Essentials line blends performance and comfort in all the right ways. From the buttery-soft Essential Tee to the breathable socks and underwear, these are everyday staples that can hold their own on the trail and beyond.
Gear Review: 100% Merino Lightweight Hoodie by Wūru Wool
Looking for the ultimate merino sun hoodie? The Wuru Wool 100% Merino Lightweight Hoodie is soft, breathable, and made for long days on the trail. We’ve worn it everywhere- from alpine peaks to desert canyons -and it continues to impress.
Gear Review: M!GO Water Bottle by Mazama Designs
The M!GO Water Bottle by Mazama Designs is a reusable, ultralight alternative to the Smartwater bottle. It's perfect for backpackers who want performance and sustainability.
Review: Poe & Co Folk Foods Backpacking Meals
Trail-tested review of Poe & Co Folk Foods dehydrated backpacking meals: Black Garlic Ramen Bowl, Coconut Chickpea Stew, and Quinoa Sweet Potato Skillet. Plant-based, gluten-free, and full of flavor.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Relaunches Iconic Packs with Revolutionary Dyneema® Woven Composite
The Junction, Southwest, and Windrider packs are back: reengineered with next-gen Dyneema® Woven Composite for unmatched durability and ultralight performance. Hyperlite Mountain Gear sets a new standard in backpacking gear with this game-changing relaunch. Learn More!
Gear Review: Spire GTX Hiking Shoes by La Sportiva
The La Sportiva Spire GTX is a lightweight, breathable hiking shoe with serious grip and support: perfect for scrambling 14ers, navigating slickrock, and tackling rugged terrain with confidence.