Best Camping Lanterns and Camping Lights of 2024/25

We test 28 camping lanterns from battery powered lights for survival to lightweight packable lanterns for backpacking and solar lanterns for backyard picnics

Camping, GPS & ElectronicsLiz ThomasDecember 15, 2024lights, camping lanterns, camping lantern, lanterns, camping lights, camping light

Best Outdoor and Camping Blankets of 2024/25

We spent 2 years testing 12 outdoor blankets to find down, fleece, puffy, and picnic blankets that are warm, waterproof, resist stains, and are easy to wash.

Camping, Travel & Lifestyle, accessoriesLiz ThomasDecember 13, 2024outdoor blankets, camping blankets, camping gear, camping, camping-related, liz thomas

MSR Hubba Hubba LT Backpacking Tent Review

An in-depth, trail-tested review of the MSR Hubba Hubba LT 3, a lightweight, durable 3-season tent with easy setup, excellent ventilation, and a spacious design for backpacking.

backpacking, CampingStasia StockwellDecember 3, 2024stasia stockwell, single product review, camping, camping tent, backpacking, backpacking tent, msr

Garmin inReach Messenger Review

Garmin inReach Messenger in-depth review — easy-to-use, affordable satellite communicator (vs. inReach Mini) with emergency SOS, 2-way texting, weather, and more.

Best 4-Season Tents of 2024/25

We review the best 4-season tents for mountaineering, backcountry ski trips, gusty winds, cold weather, heavy precipitation, and challenging conditions. We looked for 4-season tents with headroom, easy set-up, solid pole structure, good ventilation and that can take heavy snow loads.

Patagonia Micro Puff Jacket Review

The Patagonia Micro Puff is our favorite synthetic insulated jacket with an incredible warmth-to-weight ratio and retains its warmth when wet.

Apparel, backpacking, Camping, Bikepacking, Gear Reviews, Hiking, Thru-hiking, Thru-Hiking & BackpackingNaomi HudetzNovember 12, 2024patagonia micro puff, patagonia, micro puff, synthetic insulated jacket, synthetic insulation, synthetic jacket, single product review, single product, naomi hudetz

Therm-a-Rest NeoLoft Sleeping Pad Review

Get to know the Therm-a-Rest NeoLoft Sleeping Pad—lightweight, lofty yet packable, and eco-friendly with 4.7 R-value insulation for all-season backpacking comfort.

Gear Reviews, Hiking, backpacking, Camping, Single Product ReviewMary MurphyNovember 11, 2024camping, backpacking, sleeping pad, therm-a-rest, mary murphy

Best Men's Winter Boots of 2024/25

Tested on ice and snow from Maine to Alaska, here’s our review of the best men’s winter boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort, and traction.

Gear Reviews, Camping, Footwear, Snow SportsJosette DeschambeaultNovember 2, 2024winter, snow gear, footwear, boots, main, winter boots, winter gear, snow, hiking-related, Josette Deschambeault, men's, men's footwear, josette deschambeault

Best Outdoor Gear for Plus Size People of 2024/25

I've learned a lot in my research and experiences with plus size outdoor clothing, and it's important to spread that knowledge so that others don't have to struggle. All bodies deserve access to nature — and they deserve the gear and outdoor clothing that will get them there.

Gear Reviews, Apparel, CampingGabi Reyes-AcostaOctober 29, 2024plus-size, plus size, outdoor apparel, outdoor clothing, layering, the north face, athleta, nike, L.L Bean, gabi reyes-acosta, sleeping bags

Best Women's Winter Boots of 2024/25

We tested the top women’s winter boots for ice and snow from Maine to Alaska. We review the best boots for warmth, water resistance, fit, comfort and traction

Gear Reviews, Footwear, Snow Sports, Camping, Travel & LifestyleJosette DeschambeaultOctober 8, 2024winter, snow gear, footwear, boots, main, winter boots, womens, winter gear, snow, hiking-related, Josette Deschambeault, women's, women's footwear

Mountain Hardwear Mineral King Camping Tent Review

Read our in-depth review on why the Mountain Hardwear Mineral King Camping tent is our favorite dome camping tent for 3-season use.

Camping, backpacking, Gear ReviewsLiz ThomasOctober 2, 2024tents, camping tents, Mountain Hardwear, 3-season tents

Best (and Brightest) Headlamps of 2024/25

We spent 200+ nights testing the best headlamps for brightness, battery life, comfort, and ease of use for backpacking, hiking, running, climbing, and camping.

Best Synthetic Insulated Jackets of 2024/25

We review 20 of the most popular synthetic insulated jackets and tested the top models for months in conditions as diverse as mountains in Arizona to snow storms near Bend, Oregon to walking a toddler in Portland. We considered models by Patagonia, Arc’teryx, L.L.Bean, Mountain Hardwear, Rab, Outdoor Research, The North Face, and Montbell.

Best Down Jackets of 2024

We review 44 down jackets to find the 7 best puffy jackets for most outdoor activities: hiking, camping, backpacking to around town—ultralight to extreme cold

Best Winter Gloves of 2024/25

We researched the 100 most popular winter gloves, liner gloves, heated gloves, and mittens to find the best gloves for running, cycling, extreme cold, and touchscreen usage. We found thin, lightweight, unbulky gloves with great dexterity.

Garmin fenix 7 and 7 Pro Watch Review

With long battery life, durability, full smartwatch capabilities, and superior mapping capabilities, the fenix 7 Pro is our top pick for endurance activities.

Best Camping Chairs of 2024

We researched and tested dozens of camping chairs from Coleman, Kijaro, Helinox, Yeti, including camp chairs for beach day, bad backs, tailgating, and portable seats for music festivals.