Gear Reviews

Thermos Hydration Bottle Review

Outdoor Gear Type: Water Bottles
Recommended For: Urban Hiker

The Thermos Hydration Bottle is a deceptively clever water carrier with enough features to make you feel fancy. Drink up!

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Nalgene 32 oz Wide Mouth Review

Nalgene 32 oz Wide Mouth Review: About as classic as a water bottle can be. If you don’t lose it, yours will be with you for many years and miles to come.

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Stanley Classic Vacuum Bottle Review

Stanley Classic Vacuum Bottle Review: In an ideal world every campground table would come equipped with this bottle. The two belong together like hot coals and a fire pit.

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Klean Kanteen Insulated Classic 32oz Review

Outdoor Gear Type: Insulated Water Bottles
Recommended For: Car Camper

The Klean Kanteen Insulated Classic 32oz is the go-to high-volume insulated water bottle. Straightforward, excellent build quality, and makes no fake insulation claims.

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Marmot Reactor Review

Marmot Reactor Review: For a stellar start to your day grab a cup of coffee and wrap yourself in this cozy fleece. Run, walk, or chill at camp and on trail.

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Platypus SoftBottle Review

Platypus SoftBottle Review: An ultralight, flexible water bottle that will fit just about anywhere you can shove it. What are you waiting for?

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Patagonia Synchilla Lightweight Snap-T Review

Patagonia Synchilla Pullover Lightweight Snap-T Review: A fleece that allows you to stay comfy in camp and in town. If you value coziness, this is it.

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Klean Kanteen Wide Mouth 27oz Review

Outdoor Gear Type: Water Bottles

Your kidneys and liver will run optimally after purchasing the Klean Kanteen Wide Mouth 27oz bottle. You’ll drink more than enough water, and it’ll taste delicious.

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Primus Classic Trail Stove Review

Outdoor Gear Type: Stoves
Recommended For: Wilderness Backpacker

Primus Classic Trail Stove Review: It won’t wow you with features, but it provides a reliable source of warmth in your time of need, all for $20.

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Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Review

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Review: built by backpackers, for backpackers. Thoughtful design elements and a spacious interior make this tent a second home.

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