Katadyn Hiker Pro Review: Trusted Trail Water Filter
Katadyn Hiker Pro Review: Stay Giardia-free with this pump-style water filter that makes water taste good and connects to basically everything.
The North Face TKA 100 Glacier Review
The North Face Glacier ¼ Zip is like the bass player in your favorite rock band: reliable, adaptable, and doesn’t steal the show, but it pulls together your whole backpacking layering system.
Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol Sleeping Pad Review
The Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Sol’s accordion folds are classic, but the cost and weight make it an easy choice for the thrifty, gram-counting backpacker.
Petzl e+LITE Review: Ultralight Emergency Headlamp
Prepping for Armageddon? Shaving down the grams? Just want reliable light in the backcountry? The Petzl e+LITE headlamp’s rich feature set does it all.
Klymit Insulated Static V Sleeping Pad Review
Laying on a cloud may seem like a luxury, but with Klymit Insulated Static V sleeping pad, even a basic backpacker on a budget can experience such comfort.
How to Choose a Sleeping Pad: An In-Depth Guide
This sleeping pad guide helps you choose the best pad for you. Learn about different types of sleeping pads, R-Value and insulation, and how to patch a pad.
Backpackers Guide to Synthetic Insulated Jackets
Ultimate guide to synthetic insulated jackets, the other puffy. Cheaper, more breathable, and better when wet than down, these jackets are pretty awesome.
Patagonia R1 Hoody Review
The R1 Hoody is a veritable buffet of fleece-awesomeness for the gear addicted backpacker. Comfort, warmth, design, and sheer versatility at your service.
Deuter ACT Lite 65+10 Backpack Review
The Deuter ACT Lite 65+10 backpack is a loyal companion that brims with rugged capabilities and a crazy number of features for the price.
Arc’teryx Altra 65 Backpack Review
If backpacks were a species in the animal kingdom, the Arc’teryx Altra 65 would embody the silverback gorilla, the grizzly bear, or the African lioness.
20 Hilarious One Star Reviews of National Parks
We sourced 20 one-star Yelp reviews of National Parks for your viewing pleasure. Experience the majesty of the National Parks — or, not so much.
Get Cairn: the Outdoor Gear Subscription Box (2025 Update)
Carin is an outdoor gear subscription box that arrives monthly or quarterly. The service has curated items from brands you might not know for $25+ a month.