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New Cirque Packs by Black Diamond for Ski Mountaineers

Black Diamond launches Cirque Packs—ultralight ski mountaineering backpacks in 25, 35, and 50 liters for all winter adventures.

Latest Gear Reviews

Gear Test: The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Down Jacket

We’re out there in the backcountry with The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Down Jacket, putting this down jacket to the test.

Latest Outdoor Guides

The 10 Best Backpacking Chairs of 2024

The best backpacking chairs will make camp way more comfortable. Lean back, get comfy, and prepare to find the right backpacking chair for you!

Latest Trip Reports

Solo Backpacking in the South San Juan Mountains

The South San Juan Mountains of Colorado are known to be gorgeous and extreme. Two of the things that truly speak to me! The San Juans also happen to be where I live! With that being the case, I am often solo backpacking through them and creating routes that get me off the beaten path. […]