To find the best sleeping pads, we researched dozens of professional reviews and hundreds of customer reviews. Then we tested 15 pads over 1000s of miles of backpacking, bikepacking, and bicycle touring. See our top picks for best overall, 4-season, budget, foam, side-sleeper, and hybrid.
Read MoreTo find the best PFDs, we researched and tested the most popular Type I, Type III, Type V, women’s PFD, fishing PFDs, and budget PFD from Astral, NRS, Stohlquist, and Stearns. The one thing that all boaters can agree on is that personal safety is paramount.
Read MoreIn-depth review of the new Nemo Forte Endless Promise sleeping bag, with a spoon-shaped design and sustainable materials.
Read MoreWhether you’re looking for the best handlebar bags to get your burrito from the taqueria to the park or to help carry your camping gear on a weekend trip, we’ve got you covered.
Read MoreThe Hoka Speedgoat 5 is one of our favorite shoes for hiking, backpacking, and, of course, trail running. These shoes are suited for everything from long and smooth dirt trails to rock hopping across scree fields with a backpacking backpack or a small running vest.
Read MoreWe review the best socks for runners— running socks to prevent blisters, best socks for hot weather runs, best socks for cold weather, compression, and toe socks.
Read MoreWe review the 14 top-rated women’s hiking pants with lightweight and convertible roll-up pants for hot weather and rain-resistant hiking pants for cool weather.
Read MoreThe ultimate gear test: if you suddenly needed to replace all of your gear, what would you buy? Without question, the Katabatic Palisade quilt wins that test.
Read MorePrepping for your next backpacking trip? A home dehydrator lets you make your favorite homecooked meal or restaurant-quality food into meals for the outdoors.
Read MoreThe best wool and synthetic hiking and backpacking socks — hiking socks to prevent blisters, the best socks for hiking in hot weather, compression, and more.
Read MoreWe researched and tested bikepacking bicycles for muddy dirt tracks, fast-rolling gravel roads, and occasional technical singletrack. Our criteria included price, comfort, and versatility.
Read MoreOur guide to best snowboard bags covers luggage for traveling with your snowboard, bindings, and boots - from sizing to padding to tips for plane and road trips.
Read MoreAn in-depth review of the Nemo Disco Endless Promise eco-friendly sleeping bag for warmth, comfort, weight, packability, ease of use, and sustainability based on testing while backpacking and camping.
Read MoreStylish, trendy, and practical to boot, the Cotopaxi Fuego is an all-around down jacket that will carry you comfortably through three seasons.
Read MoreWe review sports detergents to find the best laundry detergent for workout clothes. Gym clothes require a tough sports wash that can address tough stains and odors. We tested the best-selling sports laundry detergent, the best everyday laundry detergent, and the best laundry boosters to meet your needs and budgets.
Read MoreSee our picks for best overall yoga mat, hot yoga mat, budget yoga mat, and best for outdoor use from a Level 3 Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher with 20+ years of teaching experience.
Read MoreWhat’s better than an action camera? A 360° action camera! Catch all the action with this easy-to-use 360° action camera. Our in-depth review of the Insta360 X3 camera shows the newest features and compares it to older models and other 360 cameras.
Read MoreWe review 25 broad spectrum SPF sunscreens for your Face. We test lotion for oily skin, sensitive skin, and moisturizing sunscreens that block UVA and UVB rays, including gel and mineral face sunscreens
Read MoreWe researched and tested 7 popular beginner climbing harnesses to find the best for getting into rock climbing, including women’s harnesses and sport harnesses designed for versatility.
Read MoreWe rode 1000s of miles for this review of the best touring bikes from Trek 520, Surly, and Fuji Bikes. From the most affordable to the best for long distance.
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