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10 Best Hydration Mixes & Electrolyte Powders of 2025
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10 Best Hydration Mixes & Electrolyte Powders of 2025

Sip, sip, hooray! We’ve trail-tested the most flavorful, nutritious, and delicious hydration mixes out there so you can stay fueled up on your adventures.
LL Bean Stowaway pack Review
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LL Bean Stowaway pack Review

Weighing only 14 ounces, the LL Bean Stowaway is seriously portable daypack for travel and shorter hikes.
Rab Protium 27 Daypack Review
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Rab Protium 27 Daypack Review

The Rab Protium’s price won’t work for everybody, but it’s worth every penny if you’re after a robust and versatile daypack
REI Trail 25 pack Review
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REI Trail 25 pack Review

After testing this pack for 150+ miles in Colorado, we recommend it to hikers who want lots space on a budget.
Gregory Zulu 30 Daypack Review
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Gregory Zulu 30 Daypack Review

The Gregory Zulu 30 is a comfortable and supportive day pack with extra room for day hikers with bulky gear
Women’s Keen Revel IV Polar Winter Boot Review
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Women’s Keen Revel IV Polar Winter Boot Review

This boot is one of our favorites for hiking year round hiking. They are easy to move in thanks to their reasonable weight and insulation. However, there are some pitfalls to these boots that mean they aren’t the right choice for everyone.
Women’s Bogs Arcata Winter Boot Review
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Women’s Bogs Arcata Winter Boot Review

This boot is versatile thanks to its stylish looks, rugged build, and thoughtful design. We love how easy it is to get this boot on and off and the cozy fur lining isn’t bad either.
Women’s Merrell Thermo Chill Mid Winter Boot Review
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Women’s Merrell Thermo Chill Mid Winter Boot Review

For hiking boots that make a great choice year-round consider this model. With excellent water resistance and weight that is light on the feet, they have a lot going in their favor.
Women’s Bogs Neo Classic Tall Winter Boot Review
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Women’s Bogs Neo Classic Tall Winter Boot Review

There is a reason ranchers love these boots in the winter. Unmatched water resistance, decent insulation, and functional tread all come together to create a work boot that functions in the winter.
REI Magma 850 Down Hoodie Review
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REI Magma 850 Down Hoodie Review

A lightweight, versatile down jacket with great warmth, packability, and thoughtful features. It’s sustainably made and balances performance with comfort, ideal for backpacking or around town.
8000+ Miles Logged: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Hoody Review
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8000+ Miles Logged: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Hoody Review

This ultralight and packable down jacket is built for adventure. With an exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio and compact design, it’s the ultimate choice for backpackers, climbers, and anyone pushing the limits outdoors.
Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Review
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Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Review

This is a lightweight crossover tent with a Y-hub pole structure allowing for fast setup and ample tension pullouts for increased ventilation – a good choice for a smaller tent that works in the frontcountry and can even handle small treks into the backcountry.
Spacious Budget Tent: Mountainsmith Morrison EVO 2 Review
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Spacious Budget Tent: Mountainsmith Morrison EVO 2 Review

This is an exceptionally large 2-person, three-season tent that offers unmatched interior space and a plethora of storage options. With oversized dual doors and vestibules and eleven interior pockets including loft and door stow pockets, this tent comes stacked with great storage options and plenty of space.
Kelty Late Start 2 Budget Tent Review
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Kelty Late Start 2 Budget Tent Review

This model is a unique twist on the classic dome-style tent with convenient corner pockets for a quick and effortless setup. The color-coded rainfly has pre-attached guy lines that are ready to use or stow away in their individual pockets.
Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown Parka Review
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Mountain Hardwear Stretchdown Parka Review

Combining premium down insulation with stretchy, durable fabric, this parka offers unmatched warmth and freedom of movement.
REI Flash 22 Daypack Review

REI Flash 22 Daypack Review

Ultralight and frameless, the REI Flash 22 is one of our top picks – and for an excellent price, too.
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