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Snow Peak Gigapower 2.0 Backpacking Stove Review
A low angle view of the Snow Peak Gigapower 2.0 sitting on a rock with trees in the background. The stove is installed with a small fuel canister, and a small cook pot is on the pot stand.

Snow Peak Gigapower 2.0 Backpacking Stove Review

Published: September 18, 2024
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.
MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove Review
The PocketRocket 2 installed on a fuel canister and holding a pot with mountains and a lake in the background.

MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove Review

Last Updated: September 18, 2024
This stove is a whole lot of power in a tiny package. With excellent simmer control, and an efficient burn, it’s one of our favorites.
MSR WindBurner Stove Review

MSR WindBurner Stove Review

Last Updated: September 18, 2024
This stove system is among the highest quality and best-performing integrated stove systems on the market. We love its exceptional performance in windy weather, its speedy boil times, and great fuel efficiency.
Jetboil MiniMo Review
A profile shot of the MiniMo installed with burner, pot, fuel canister, and base support. Trees are in the background.

Jetboil MiniMo Review

Last Updated: September 18, 2024
This model is one of our favorites for backcountry gourmets and makes our list of the best backpacking stoves.
Snow Peak Litemax Stove Review

Snow Peak Litemax Stove Review

Last Updated: September 18, 2024
This is one of the lightest and most compact backpacking stoves on the market. This tiny powerhouse can boil a liter of water in just under five minutes, and then it folds away nicely to fit into pretty much any cookpot when you’re done.
MSR WhisperLite Backpacking Stove Review
The Whisperlite stove with pot, heat reflector, and fuel bottle, all on a forest floor with trees in the background.

MSR WhisperLite Backpacking Stove Review

Published: September 18, 2024
This stove stands up to extremely cold weather, high altitude, and blustery winds, making it ideal for mountaineering and winter treks.
Primus Essential Trail Backpacking Stove Review
A close up of the whole Primus Essential Trail stove on a fuel canister with pine needs in the background.

Primus Essential Trail Backpacking Stove Review

Published: September 18, 2024
If you’re looking for a reliable backpacking stove that is as simple as it gets and nearly unbreakable, look no further.
Glacier National Park Backpacking Guide

Glacier National Park Backpacking Guide

Last Updated: September 18, 2024
With more than 700 miles of backcountry trails traversing lush alpine meadows, glacier-carved peaks, deep valleys, and moss-fringed cirques cradling stunning azure lakes, Glacier National Park is as breathtakingly beautiful as it is physically and mentally demanding.
BRS 3000T Backpacking Stove Review
A small backpacking stove boils a pot of water with rugged rocky mountains in the background

BRS 3000T Backpacking Stove Review

Published: September 17, 2024
This stove is an excellent choice for those looking for a ridiculously lightweight and compact option for long-distance backpacking.
Pros and Cons of Hiking With Trekking Poles

Pros and Cons of Hiking With Trekking Poles

Last Updated: September 16, 2024
Whether you’re thru-hiking across the country or heading out on a quick weekend jaunt, trekking poles can add a lot of stability and…
Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
Man standing by a blue lake in hiking shorts.

Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review

Published: September 12, 2024
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 Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review
Man hiking down a rocky trail.

Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review

Published: September 12, 2024
These are durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking, yet stylish enough to head to dinner after a long hike.
Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review
Man's hand on phone in pocket of shorts.

Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review

Published: September 12, 2024
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
Man walking on trail by lake in shorts.

Men’s REI Sahara Cargo Shorts Review

Published: September 12, 2024
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
A leg on a log stretching a pais of shorts.

Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review

Published: September 12, 2024
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
A man wearing a blue jacket and brown shorts hikes in the rain with shrubs and rocks in front of him.

Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review

Published: September 11, 2024
This pair checks a lot of the boxes when it comes to great hiking shorts. They are comfortable, stretchy, lightweight, and dry quickly.
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