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Collage of outdoor adventurers using Hyperlite Mountain Gear's new Dyneema® Woven Composite backpacks while hiking through forests, mountains, and alpine terrain.

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!

Backpacker relaxing next to a lit Six Moon Designs ultralight tent with sleeping bag inside, set up in a rugged alpine landscape at dusk with snowy mountains in the background.

SALE: 20% Off Sitewide at Six Moon Designs

Six Moon Designs is celebrating Independence Day with a huge Fourth of July Sale! From July 1–11, enjoy 20% off all SMD products (excluding third-party and closeout items). Shop ultralight shelters, packs, and accessories now. Just in time for summer adventures.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear UltaMid shelter set up in an alpine meadow at sunset with mountain views in the distance, showcasing ultralight backcountry camping.

Hyperlite Mountain Gear July Sale 2025: Save Up to 20% Sitewide on Ultralight Essentials

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear July Sale is here!Save 10% on shelters, 15% on packs, and 20% on accessories and organization gear. Learn more here!

Two people sitting outside a Sea to Summit tent in an alpine meadow with snow-covered mountains in the background, showcasing lightweight backpacking gear in a scenic wilderness setting.

Sea to Summit July 4th Sale: 50% Off Tents for Adventure Season

Sea to Summit is offering 50% off all tents from June 27 to July 7. Celebrate July 4th with ultralight savings while supplies last!

Three people jumping into a mountain lake from a dock while another lounges in a swimsuit, capturing summer joy and outdoor fun—REI 2025 Fourth of July Sale.

Celebrate Summer With Huge Savings at REI’s Fourth of July Sale 2025

REI’s Fourth of July Sale is back with up to 50% off outdoor gear, bikes, and summer essentials from June 27 to July 7! Members enjoy exclusive perks like bonus cards, extra discounts, and more. Celebrate the season with savings both online and in-store. Learn more here!

A Pika Kula Cloth with a starry night design, held in front of a pine tree in the backcountry.

Why Kula Cloth Is Still the Most Fun Pee Cloth on the Trail

Kula Cloth isn’t just a pee cloth! It’s a celebration of art, fun, and sustainable backcountry hygiene. Catch up on what’s new, including custom Kulas and sales!

Hand holding a Wanderlands Transporative Pecan Mix “Mineral Creek Wilds” flavor with rocky alpine terrain and bright blue sky in the background.

Why We Love Wanderlands Pecan Nut Mixes: Gourmet Trail Fuel With a Sense of Place

Wanderlands pecan nut mixes are handcrafted in New Mexico using bold, nutritious ingredients. Perfect for hiking, backpacking, and everyday adventure. Discover the flavors and story behind this unique trail snack as we interview the founders, Sofia and Jane.