We reviewed 44 down jackets to find the 7 best puffy jackets for most outdoor activities: hiking, camping, backpacking—ultralight to extreme cold.
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The Arc'teryx Beta SL jacket is an excellent lightweight, waterproof GORE-TEX shell with thoughtful features and all-weather protection.
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Updated for 2025, our gear list and strategy for the Appalachian Trail prepares you for a thru-hike or long distance section of the AT. As weather and ecosystems change, so should your gear. Here’s what we’ve learned from 5 thru-hikes and 11,000 AT miles of trial-and-error.
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More than just a gear list, read our comprehensive gear strategy for the Pacific Crest Trail. As weather and ecosystems change, so should your gear. Here’s what we’ve learned in 20,000 PCT miles of trial-and-error.
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Explore the top winter hiking boots for warmth, durability, and comfort on cold-weather trails. Get expert tips on choosing the best fit and features.
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In-depth review of the Topo Pursuit 2 trail running shoes, a zero-drop, low stack height trail running shoe with excellent lateral stability, durability, and a roomy toe box
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Discover the Hoka Anacapa 2 hiking shoes in our in-depth review. Read about advanced features, exceptional comfort, and performance on various terrains.
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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.
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We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for women, looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.
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We hiked 1000s of miles to find the best hiking boots for men, women, wide feet, hiking and backpacking. We test for fit, support, durability, and breathability
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Garmin inReach Messenger in-depth review — easy-to-use, affordable satellite communicator (vs. inReach Mini) with emergency SOS, 2-way texting, weather, and more.
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Our verdict: over years of testing and 1000s of trail miles, the Ghost Whisperer 2 down jacket is as good as it gets.
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The Patagonia Micro Puff is our favorite synthetic insulated jacket with an incredible warmth-to-weight ratio and retains its warmth when wet.
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Looking for a way to stay upright in icy conditions? Sure-footed traction in snow and ice allows you to carry your outdoor life into the shoulder seasons and beyond.
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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.
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We review top-rated hiking gaiters for all terrains and budgets, and provide tips on choosing the perfect fit.
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We review the best men’s and women’s lightweight hiking boots for day hikes and lightweight backpacking, including the top waterproof and Gore-Tex models.
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We tested two dozen lightweight, midweight, and heavyweight men’s and women’s base layer tops over four years. We put these base layers to work, and came out with the best base layers for warmth, durability, comfort, and ability to wick away sweat and odor over time.
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The Nemo Tensor sleeping pads are some of the most comfortable, best warmth-to-weight ratio pads we’ve tested recently. Here’s our verdict on the pads, and a review of their similarities and differences.
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Read our in-depth review on why the Mountain Hardwear Mineral King Camping tent is our favorite dome camping tent for 3-season use.
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