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Mammut Runbold Pants Review
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Mammut Runbold Pants Review

After extensive testing in the alpine of Alaska’s Talkeetna Range, these pants are one of our top scorers in our lineup.
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
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Janji Transit Tech Pants Review

These jogger-style pants are extremely lightweight and breathable and are a great fit for warmer weather and higher-output activities.
Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review
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Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review

These pants are loaded with features, including cinch hems, a built-in belt, and all-zippered pockets, making them fit for big adventures where durability and weather resistance are paramount.
NEMO Hornet OSMO 3 Review

NEMO Hornet OSMO 3 Review

This tent is a dream for hikers who prioritize weight savings but don’t want to give up livability. The attention to detail is evident in the high-quality construction and plentiful interior pockets.
Western Mountaineering Ultralite 20 Review
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Western Mountaineering Ultralite 20 Review

This is one of the highest-quality down bags we tested. It has an awesome warmth-to-weight ratio and a plush feel that’ll have you sleeping like a baby.
Sea To Summit Spark 15 Review
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Sea To Summit Spark 15 Review

If you’re a backpacker looking for one of the lightest and warmest sleeping bags out there, this is a top contender.
NEMO Disco 15 Endless Promise Review
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NEMO Disco 15 Endless Promise Review

Whether car camping or backpacking, you’ll sleep like a baby with this extra roomy sleeping bag.
Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Review
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Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Review

Despite being lighter and more affordably priced compared to many winter bags, it has an outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio, and features like the no-snag zipper, included compression sack, and ethically sourced down are just the cherry on top.
Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20 Review

Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20 Review

This bag excels with its 800-fill-power insulation and thicker 20-denier nylon shell, which offers a level of durability that most backpacking bags can only dream of.
Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 Review
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Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 Review

This bag is lighter than many other synthetic options, packs down decently small, and offers top-of-the-line features – all at a minimal price tag.
Feathered Friends Swallow YF 20 Review
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Feathered Friends Swallow YF 20 Review

This bag features a generous draft tube, draft collar, and a fitted cut that eliminates dead space so you’ll stay as warm as a glowing ember all night long.
Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
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Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review

These are some of our favorites. We’ve logged over 6,000 miles in them across the CDT, PCT, and Colorado Trail.
Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review

Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review

These shoes are comfortable, waterproof, and durable. They’re perfect for medium to long hikes on established trails in all sorts of weather conditions.
Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review

Men’s Keen Targhee IV WP Review

These classic leather kicks are perfect for rugged, technical backcountry conditions and provide some of the best waterproofing of any hiking shoes we tested, making them ideal for wet trails and cooler weather.
Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review

Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review

We’ve used these shoes to scramble long Class 4 ridge traverses at 13,000’ in the Colorado Rockies, hike hundreds of miles on local trails, and even tackle half marathons.
Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review

Men’s Danner Trail 2650 Review

These are versatile hiking shoes that are exceptionally stylish and comfortable whether you’re thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail or walking the dog to the coffee shop.
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