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Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review
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
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
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 Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
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 Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review
Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review
Published:
September 11, 2024
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.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
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.
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
These pants are a super lightweight and packable pair sure to please anyone who’s after a quick-drying and breathable option.
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
Published:
August 19, 2024
These jogger-style pants are extremely lightweight and breathable and are a great fit for warmer weather and higher-output activities.
REI Magma 30 Trail Quilt Review
REI Magma 30 Trail Quilt Review
Last Updated:
August 13, 2024
This quilt has an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, packs down small, and is priced fairly for its quality.
Western Mountaineering Ultralite 20 Review
Western Mountaineering Ultralite 20 Review
Published:
August 13, 2024
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
Sea To Summit Spark 15 Review
Published:
July 26, 2024
If you’re a backpacker looking for one of the lightest and warmest sleeping bags out there, this is a top contender.
Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Review
Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Review
Published:
July 25, 2024
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.
NEMO Disco 15 Endless Promise Review
NEMO Disco 15 Endless Promise Review
Published:
July 25, 2024
Whether car camping or backpacking, you’ll sleep like a baby with this extra roomy sleeping bag.
Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20 Review
Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20 Review
Published:
July 25, 2024
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.
Feathered Friends Swallow YF 20 Review
Feathered Friends Swallow YF 20 Review
Last Updated:
July 24, 2024
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.
REI Magma 15 Sleeping Bag Review
REI Magma 15 Sleeping Bag Review
Last Updated:
July 24, 2024
This sleeping bag is ultra comfy, warm, and much easier on your wallet than others with similar specs.