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Arc’teryx Beta Rain Jacket Review
Arc’teryx Beta Rain Jacket Review
This is the jacket to bring when heavy rain and strong winds hit your next hike. We love its weather resistance, durability, and comfort.
Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Review
Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Review
This tent is a fantastic crossover that hits all the right notes. It’s perfectly sized and has a familiar yet refreshing design.
The North Face Wawona 6 Review
The North Face Wawona 6 Review
If you’re looking for a true basecamp tent with an almost impossibly large vestibule, top-quality fabric and poles, cavernous interior space akin to a New York City apartment, tons of pockets in convenient locations, and a design that will hold up to the elements despite its impressive ceiling height, look no further.
Kelty Wireless 6 Review
Kelty Wireless 6 Review
This tent is a feature-packed, six-person tent with a spacious interior and strong build, all at a surprisingly low price.
SOTO Amicus Cookset Review
SOTO Amicus Cookset Review
This cookset provides you with the hardware you need to prepare a comforting backcountry meal at an affordable price.
Snow Peak Gigapower 2.0 Backpacking Stove Review
Snow Peak Gigapower 2.0 Backpacking Stove Review
This is a stable, durable stove that gets the job done with few moving parts and packs down small, making it one of our favorites.
Primus Essential Trail Backpacking Stove Review
Primus Essential Trail Backpacking Stove Review
If you’re looking for a reliable backpacking stove that is as simple as it gets and nearly unbreakable, look no further.
MSR WhisperLite Backpacking Stove Review
MSR WhisperLite Backpacking Stove Review
This stove stands up to extremely cold weather, high altitude, and blustery winds, making it ideal for mountaineering and winter treks.
BRS 3000T Backpacking Stove Review
BRS 3000T Backpacking Stove Review
This stove is an excellent choice for those looking for a ridiculously lightweight and compact option for long-distance backpacking.
Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review
Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review
These are durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking, yet stylish enough to head to dinner after a long hike.
Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
The simple design of these shorts makes them easy to move in, and we’ve found the ultralight material is durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking.
Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review
Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review
If you want a versatile pair of hiking shorts that double as swim trunks, this pair is simple, very lightweight, and packable.
Men’s REI Sahara Cargo Shorts Review
Men’s REI Sahara Cargo Shorts Review
If you like to carry a lot of gear or snacks then these are the shorts for you. With six pockets, they are a classic pair for hiking.
Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review
Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review
We tested these shorts in the Colorado Rockies and they are some of our favorites based on their comfort, versatility, and features.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
This pair checks a lot of the boxes when it comes to great hiking shorts. They are comfortable, stretchy, lightweight, and dry quickly.
Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review
Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review
This affordable pair is a trimmed-down take on a classic utilitarian cargo, which is why they make our list of the best hiking shorts.