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Best Rain Jackets of 2025
Best Rain Jackets of 2025
From drizzles to downpours, we’ve got your back. Our team of seasoned hikers weathered the storm to find the best rain jackets for performance and protection.
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
From lightweight and breathable to heavy-duty and durable, our top picks for the best men’s hiking pants are ready for the trail.
Best Rain Pants of 2025
Best Rain Pants of 2025
Any weather is hiking weather with the right gear! We’ve trekked thousands of miles in the best rain jackets to narrow our list down to the most protective, versatile, and comfortable options out there.
Best Hiking Socks of 2025
Best Hiking Socks of 2025
Keep blisters at bay with the perfect pair of well-cushioned hiking socks. Check out our top picks to pamper your feet on your next backpacking adventure.
Best Sun Shirts of 2025
Best Sun Shirts of 2025
We rooted through outdoor brands for the best sun protective shirts and then put the top ten through tough adventures and many miles to give you the most complete guide to the best sun shirts for hiking.
Best Hiking Pants for Women 2025
Best Hiking Pants for Women 2025
We took to the trails to test the most promising hiking pants for women. We looked for the most comfortable, lightweight, and durable options so you’ll feel great in your new ‘fit.
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Women’s Title Nine MVT 7/8 Train Hiking Leggings Review
Women’s Title Nine MVT 7/8 Train Hiking Leggings Review
Published:
August 29, 2025
For the hiker who prefers a compression fit with a snug waistband, these leggings are ideal for the active hiker who might even end up jogging downhill for fun.
Women’s Patagonia Maipo 7/8 Stash Hiking Leggings Review
Women’s Patagonia Maipo 7/8 Stash Hiking Leggings Review
Published:
August 28, 2025
Unmatched comfort in light-weight, breathable leggings perfect for hot summer hikes and long road trips in between trails. Packable and versatile—your go-to for adventures and downtime.
Women’s Stio Glide Tech Legging Review
Women’s Stio Glide Tech Legging Review
Published:
August 27, 2025
Crushing fit, comfort, and features, these leggings are durable, soft, and breathable, with a waistband that stays up without squeezing. These are the pair to pack when you’ve only got room for one.
Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino Base Layer Review
Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino Base Layer Review
Published:
August 24, 2025
Lightweight, breathable, and mobile, this base layer has everything you need to stay comfortable on your most serious winter adventures.
Outdoor Research Alpine Onset Merino 150 Hoodie Base Layer Review
Outdoor Research Alpine Onset Merino 150 Hoodie Base Layer Review
Published:
August 23, 2025
With its integrated hood and facemask, this base layer makes for a perfect sleep or active shirt in frigid weather.
Arc’Teryx Rho LT Crew Base Layer Review
Arc’Teryx Rho LT Crew Base Layer Review
Published:
August 23, 2025
Designed for cold weather activities, this base layer delivers some of the best warmth-to-weight ratios and comfort that we’ve seen.
Ibex Woolies Pro Tech Base Layer Review
Ibex Woolies Pro Tech Base Layer Review
Published:
August 23, 2025
This base layer is redefining merino wool success with new spinning methods that boost warmth and durability. It’s also the lightest base layer on our list.
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
August 22, 2025
Discover your new favorite trail-ready hiking shorts from Patagonia, PrAna, REI, and more. Our experts bring you tailored suggestions for the best in comfort, durability, and style from trail to town.
7 Best Base Layers of 2025
7 Best Base Layers of 2025
Published:
August 19, 2025
We’ve got your layering system covered starting with our trail-tested and reviewed guide to the best base layers around.
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Boots for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
We set out to find the most comfortable, durable, and supportive hiking boots available. After logging hundreds of trail miles ourselves, these top…
Women’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
Women’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
While these updated shorts are still incredibly durable with their wind and water resistance and UPF 50+ sun protection, we did have some gripes with the fit and the wider (and bulkier) belt.
Lululemon Wunder Train High-Rise Hiking Shorts Review
Lululemon Wunder Train High-Rise Hiking Shorts Review
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
This is a low-profile, stretchy, sweat-wicking, and flattering option that is a great pick for women who prefer compression shorts on the trail.
Rabbit Fuel n’ Fly 2.5” Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
Rabbit Fuel n’ Fly 2.5” Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
This is one of the lightest and most breathable shorts in our lineup that also boasts five pockets, making it our go-to for trail runs or hikes in hot climates.
Oiselle Toolbelt Roga Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
Oiselle Toolbelt Roga Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
These shorts are quick drying, pocket-filled, versatile, and flattering with a 360 mesh pocket design around the waist and a 4-way stretch in the material.
prAna Stretch Zion Cargo Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
prAna Stretch Zion Cargo Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
These shorts are a new, unique high-rise style that features many pockets, adjustable waist cinches, and UPF-rated material.
REI Trailmade Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
REI Trailmade Women’s Hiking Shorts Review
Last Updated:
August 19, 2025
These shorts are truly made for the trail with their impressive comfort, functionality and quick-drying capabilities.