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Fjallraven Abisko 6” Tights Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
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Fjallraven Abisko 6” Tights Women’s Hiking Shorts Review

These compression-style hiking shorts offer a supportive fit, excellent durability, and surprisingly practical storage – although we wish we had sized up for a more comfortable experience.
Black Diamond Pursuit Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
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Black Diamond Pursuit Women’s Hiking Shorts Review

These technically savvy hiking shorts nicely balance coverage, breathability, and durability. They’re comfortable, too, with a soft and stretchy build that goes largely unnoticed throughout the day.
Ortovox Trace Windbreaker Jacket Review
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Ortovox Trace Windbreaker Jacket Review

Lightweight and wind-resistant, this high-performance jacket combines durable polyamide with the natural warmth and odor resistance of merino wool.
Mountain Hardwear Kor AirShell Hoody Review
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Mountain Hardwear Kor AirShell Hoody Review

Lightweight and breathable, this windbreaker offers reliable wind protection, stretchy comfort, and excellent packability for fast-paced alpine missions and high-output activities.
Stio Second Light Windshell Review
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Stio Second Light Windshell Review

Breathable and comfortable, this windbreaker packs down easily and provides reliable protection from wind during active days on the trail.
Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2026
A backpacker wearing the Black Diamond Alpine Start Windbreaker while hiking in Glacier National Park in June

Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2026

From windy summits to chilly days on the trail, a windbreaker can be a vital piece of gear to keep you comfortable and happy on all your adventures.
REI Sahara Bermuda Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
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REI Sahara Bermuda Women’s Hiking Shorts Review

Affordably priced with well-rounded performance, these bermuda-style shorts are a very strong value for budget-minded hikers. Coverage is excellent for bushwhacking, scrambling, or spending long days in the sun.
Oiselle Roga Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
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Oiselle Roga Women’s Hiking Shorts Review

These shorts are remarkably soft, breathable, lightweight, making them great for trail runners and fast-paced hikers who don’t mind compromising on storage and coverage.
Warbonnet Ridgerunner Hammock Review
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Warbonnet Ridgerunner Hammock Review

This bridge-style hammock is remarkably comfortable and comes with a nice set of premium features, including a dark bug net that makes for great stargazing.
Grand Trunk Air Bivy Hammock Kit Review
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Grand Trunk Air Bivy Hammock Kit Review

This hammock-and-tarp kit is appealing for budget-conscious campers and backpackers with an impressive combination of comfort, ease of use, and price.
Best Camping Hammocks of 2026
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Best Camping Hammocks of 2026

From ultra-customizable options for experienced hammock campers to budget designs that wowed us, all of our picks make it easy to get a good night’s sleep suspended off the ground.
Best Hiking Shorts for Women 2026
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Best Hiking Shorts for Women 2026

From sunny summits to rugged trails, our handpicked selection of the best women’s hiking shorts will keep you comfortable, dry and stylish on every trek.
Best Backpacking Tents of 2026
The NEMO Hornet OSMO 2 and Big Agnes Tiger Wall 2 backpacking tents pitched in a campsite surrounded by granite peaks in the Sawtooth Mountains

Best Backpacking Tents of 2026

We put the top-performing backpacking tents on the market through the wringer to find the best balance of comfort, weight, ease of use, and more. Find your new home-away-from home with our guide.
Men’s REI Flash Shorts Review
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Men’s REI Flash Shorts Review

These lightweight shorts offer quick-drying comfort, breathable performance, and unrestricted mobility, making them a versatile choice for hiking, running, and warm-weather adventures.
Men’s Janji 5″ Multi Shorts Review
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Men’s Janji 5″ Multi Shorts Review

These lightweight, durable shorts offer quick-dry performance and versatile storage, designed for moving fast on trail and for training, with reliable comfort for all-day pursuits.
Men’s Terignota Sendero Shorts Review
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Men’s Terignota Sendero Shorts Review

These shorts feature an innovative cargo-carrying system, provide all-day comfort, and offer lightweight performance at an accessible price point for any budget.
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