In-depth, long-term review of the Biolite Dash 450 rechargeable headlamp for brightness, battery life, and a comfortable headband
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Based on 500 miles of testing and multi-tester input, long-term review of the Altra Olympus trail running shoes for running, hiking, backpacking, and thru-hiking
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Stay safe, stay connected, and stay found in the backcountry with a satellite messenger or personal locator beacon.
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We put in 230 hours of research and 620 days of trail testing to review the best GPS and ABC watches for hiking, backpacking, and multisport outdoor activities.
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Based on 500 miles of testing and multi-tester input, an in-depth, long-term review of the La Sportiva Prodigio Max trail running shoes for running, hiking, and backpacking.
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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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Stay cool, dry, and comfortable with the right hiking shorts. Our review focuses on features such as fabric technology, pocket utility, fit, and overall design.
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We researched and tested the best tough cameras for your backcountry (and front country) adventures - waterproof, freeze-proof, drop-proof, shock-proof cameras that function no matter the extremes of weather and environment.
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We researched 64 day packs and tested 18 backpacks for hiking. A good hiking pack is comfortable and easy to use—whether you are experienced or on your first trail. We agreed on 8 packs that experts and new hikers alike found stable, ventilating, and well-organized for humid beach hikes in Michigan to rugged mountain summits in Utah.
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We trail-tested over 25 models to put together our list of the best hiking shoes for men looking at comfort, waterproofing, protection, and support.
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Keep your dog cool and safe when active in the summer heat with the best dog cooling vests—tested on real pups in real heat.
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We tested electrolyte powders, tablets, capsules, and drops in hot and harsh conditions such as hiking, running, and biking to bring you this list of the best electrolyte supplements on the market.
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Tested in harsh conditions on the 2,700-mile Great Divide MTB Route, the Outdoor Research Stratoburst rain jacket did not disappoint.
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We tested the best sun hats hiking to find the best sun hats for hiking, backpacking, and other outdoor activities.
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Finding the perfect hiking shirt isn't just about comfort and durability—it's about finding a companion that stands the test of time and terrain. The search for the ultimate hiking shirt led us to test over 10 shirts to find the best in terms of performance, versatility, and more.
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Trekking poles are one of the most multi-purpose gear items you can carry into the backcountry. We've tested dozens of models over thousands of miles to find the best.
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We tested 15 hiking shirts on trails from Virginia to Maine to find the best men's hiking shirts–quick dry, lightweight, long-sleeves, t-shirts, and sun hoodies
An in-depth, long-term review of our favorite backpack for carrying babies and toddlers, the Osprey Poco Plus child hiking carrier.
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To find the best child hiking carrier for babies and toddlers, we reviewed backpacks and tested the Osprey Poco line, Deuter Kid Comfort, Kelty, Thule, and more
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The best wool and synthetic hiking and backpacking socks — hiking socks to prevent blisters, the best socks for hiking in hot weather, compression, and more.
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