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In-depth outdoor gear reviews based on hands-on testing. Honest, detailed, and written by real backpackers.

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CamelBak MULE Review: Rugged Pack for Trail and Ride

ByMelanie MacDowell

CamelBak MULE Review: A mountain biking, hiking, adventuring hydration pack that fits just enough, plus water, for a day outside.

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CamelBak Rim Runner 22 Review: Your Go-To Day Hike Pack

ByArthur McMahon

CamelBak Rim Runner 22 review: Durable design, ample storage options, and impressive structural support are the true pillars of this iconic hydration pack.

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Osprey Stratos 24 Review

ByJosh Mathe

Osprey Stratos 24 review: feature-filled backpack with robust suspension, well-placed pockets, and more carrying capacity than its 24-liter package lets on.

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Deuter Speed Lite 20 Review: Lightweight Daypack Tested

ByDeirdre

A do-it-all medium-sized lightweight day pack that can handle a multitude of outdoor adventures.

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Therm-a-Rest NeoAir UberLite Sleeping Pad Review

ByKara Kieffer

The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Uberlite is for those who want to be the fastest, the lightest, and don’t mind being the coldest to accomplish their goals.

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Patagonia Baggies Review: Everyday Shorts for Adventures

ByEditor

The Patagonia Baggies thrive in the “chill” department. They are no-fuss, good-looking, surprisingly quick-drying shorts that you can wear for days on end.

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Columbia Sandy River Shorts Review

ByMelanie MacDowell

Columbia Sandy River Shorts Review: Simple, comfortable and functional, these are multi-use shorts for days spent outside, inside and everywhere in-between.

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prAna Mojo Shorts Review: Climber Favorite, Trail Approved

BySeb Cancino

prAna Mojo Shorts Review: If outdated hiking shorts have you feeling like you lost your mojo, look no further. Durable, lightweight, and ready for the crag.

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WANDRD PRVKE 21 Backpack Review

ByMelanie MacDowell

With the ability to carry a wide assortment of items and weight, the WANDRD PRVKE 21 backpack was excellently designed by travelers and photographers.

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Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket Review

ByJosh Mathe

Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket Review: when it comes to warmth and water resistance, this lightweight jacket can’t be beat. A true a diamond in the rough.

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REI Flash 22 Backpack Review

BySeb Cancino

REI Flash 22 Review: versatile features in a medium-sized day pack that excels in a multitude of scenarios. A trustworthy, lightweight adventure companion.

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Granite Gear Crown 2 60 Backpack Review

ByArthur McMahon

The Granite Gear Crown 2 60 is versatile, adaptable, burly, and affordable for a backpacking pack. An excellent lightweight choice.

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Coleman ComfortSmart Deluxe Cot Review

ByJosh Mathe

The Comfort SmartDeluxe Cot is supremely easy to set up and take down, and it offers superior comfort for those who want to sleep off the ground.

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Therm-a-Rest Z Seat Review – Simple Comfort on the Trail

ByJon Rosenberg

The Therm-a-Rest Z Seat is a great buy for $15 dollars. It will cushion your bottom from the mountains to the sea, and live through many days of sitting.

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Cocoon Pillow Air Core Ultralight Review

ByArthur McMahon

Cocoon Pillow Air Core Ultralight Review: Packability, low weight, and high sleep comfort. It has a washable synthetic layer and weighs under 5 ounces.

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Klymit Pillow X Review: Small Pack Size, Big Sleep Gains

ByArthur McMahon

The Klymit X Pillow is an ultralight, highly packable backpacking pillow with one key design feature: an X where your head goes. Rest easy!

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Sea to Summit Aeros Pillow Review

BySeb Cancino

The Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Pillow delivers adjustable comfort and a pack-friendly size to get you rested and on to your next trail objective. Don’t sleep on this one…or do!

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Therm-a-Rest ProLite Plus Review

BySeb Cancino

Few things say “backpacking” like the Therm-a-Rest ProLite Plus sleeping pad. Why? The comfort, warmth, and durability are loud and clear.

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