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LEKI Cressida FX Carbon AS trekking poles folded next to an orange and black backpack on a rocky mountain slope.

Gear Review: Cressida FX Carbon AS Trekking Poles By LEKI

Looking for lightweight, anti-shock trekking poles designed for smaller hands? Check out our review of the LEKI Cressida FX Carbon AS poles—perfect for women hikers and backpackers who want top-tier support and packability.

Person walking toward a small plane with Mystery Ranch travel bags and a dog, set against a backdrop of mountains, highlighting durable outdoor gear in use.

Mystery Ranch Memorial Day Sale 2025: Save 25% on Packs Built to Go the Distance

The Mystery Ranch Memorial Day Sale is coming in hot! Get 25% off outdoor, EDC, travel, and hunt packs from May 23–27 with the code found here. Don’t miss this chance to save.

Smiling backpacker with Hyperlite Mountain Gear pack and trekking poles in a mountain landscape with text overlay reading “Save 15%” and “Ditch the Noise.”

Hyperlite Mountain Gear 2025 Memorial Day Sale: Save Sitewide

Hyperlite Mountain Gear is offering 15% off sitewide from May 23–26. No code needed—just ultralight savings for your next big trip. Learn more here!

Camper packing up a Luno inflatable mattress and deflation valves into its storage bag after a night on the road.

Luno Life: The Best Car Camping Gear for Trailhead Sleepers and Road Trip Travelers

From trailhead bivies to cross-country road trips, Luno is redefining what comfort looks like in a car. Their air mattresses and gear are designed for car campers who want to sleep well and wake up ready for the next big adventure.

Flat lay of PAKA’s 3-Pack Sock Gift Boxes showing three different sets of alpaca socks, each with custom packaging, stickers, and “Made in the Andes” cards.

PAKA Relaunches Limited-Edition Sock Gift Boxes—Just in Time for Father’s Day

Just in time for Father’s Day, PAKA re-releases its popular 3-pack alpaca sock gift boxes. Choose from the Crew Box or Graphics Box—both soft, sustainable, and ready to gift.

Close-up selfie of a hiker wearing a SAMBOB Microgrid Hoodie with the hood up in a dry, forested backcountry setting.

Gear Review: Microgrid Hoodie and Pants By SAMBOB

Looking for ultralight fleece layers that actually fit and feel amazing? SAMBOB’s Microgrid Hoodie and Pants are made with Polartec Power Grid™ and come in custom or off-the-shelf styles. Built for hikers by hikers—read the full review here.

Hand holding No Normal Coffee paste in front of a camp stove and mug in a snowy outdoor setting, showcasing its use for backcountry coffee.

No Normal Coffee Now Available on Amazon Prime + A New Sugar-Free Paste Is Brewing

No Normal Coffee is officially available on Amazon Prime, bringing ultra-convenient, brew-free caffeine straight to your door. Plus, a new sugar-free version is on the way!