Outdoor Clothing Reviews
What to Wear Hiking & Backpacking: The Ultralight Packing Guide
What to Wear Hiking & Backpacking: The Ultralight Packing Guide
Last Updated:
March 13, 2024
We use our combined 100 years of backpacking experience to put together this packing guide for lightweight adventures.
The 7 Best Rain Boots for Women of 2025
The 7 Best Rain Boots for Women of 2025
Last Updated:
March 9, 2024
Don’t let wet weather dampen your spirits! Our team of experts has splashed its way to this list of the best rain boots around.
Best Camp Shoes of 2025
Best Camp Shoes of 2025
Last Updated:
March 9, 2024
Our list of the best camp shoes includes only the most comfy crowd-pleasers. Treat your feet to something nice.
Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2025
Best Windbreaker Jackets of 2025
Last Updated:
March 9, 2024
When the wind whispers, your style should roar! Let one of our trail-tested windbreaker picks lead your next summit push.
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2025
Best Rain Boots for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
March 7, 2024
Move through the muck with confidence in one of our picks for the best rain boots. We tested every pair to ensure they’ll keep your feet warm and dry, even in the nastiest weather.
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025
Best Hiking Sandals for Women of 2025
Last Updated:
March 4, 2024
Whether you’re heading out for a paddle or setting off on a grand hiking adventure, your perfect pair of sandals is on our list of tested…
Top Gear Picks of 2025
Top Gear Picks of 2025
Last Updated:
October 5, 2023
This is where we highlight a wide range of exceptional choices, and talk about our personal favorites.
Enlightened Equipment Visp Rain jacket Review
Enlightened Equipment Visp Rain jacket Review
Published:
January 18, 2023
The Enlightened Equipment Visp (men’s / women’s) is among the best value ultralight jackets on the market for its price, protection, and adjustability. We’ve worn this jacket for hundreds of miles, including stints in Colorado’s monsoon season and the first snow of the year in the Pacific Northwest. We hope our experience helps you decide if the Visp is the right jacket for you.
Hiking Boots vs. Hiking Shoes vs. Trail Running Shoes
Hiking Boots vs. Hiking Shoes vs. Trail Running Shoes
Published:
June 17, 2020
Hiking footwear is a really personal choice, and people often have differing opinions on what type of shoe works best for hiking.
How to Wash a Down Jacket
How to Wash a Down Jacket
Published:
May 18, 2020
A lightweight down jacket should be at the center of any good backpacking list.
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots
Published:
March 4, 2020
For many of us, it’s been drilled into our heads since day one that backpackers wear boots. That’s just what you do…
Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody Review
Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody Review
Published:
September 16, 2019
Arc’teryx recently released the Proton LT Hoody (men’s and women’s), which is their most durable, insulated climbing jacket to date. The Proton provides lightweight synthetic insulation for a range of activities from climbing to snow sports to backpacking.
Arc’teryx Zeta SL Rain Jacket Review
Arc’teryx Zeta SL Rain Jacket Review
Published:
May 3, 2019
One of the newest jackets introduced by Arc’teryx for the 2019 hiking season, the Zeta SL (men’s & women’s), is an excellent balance between quality, durability, and weight. The highly packable and versatile design of the SL is a great option for hikers looking to push through wet weather in rugged conditions.
Arc’teryx Zeta FL Rain Jacket Review
Arc’teryx Zeta FL Rain Jacket Review
Published:
March 14, 2019
Arc’teryx has introduced two new ultralight shells to their already strong line of rain gear.
Patagonia M10 Jacket Review
Patagonia M10 Jacket Review
Published:
December 15, 2015
The Patagonia M10 Jacket is a fantastic rain shell for any lightweight adventurer. It has quickly become my all-time favorite backpacking jacket, and I expect you’ll feel the same.
Reader Response: New Shoes, Same Blisters, What Gives?
Reader Response: New Shoes, Same Blisters, What Gives?
Published:
May 5, 2015
Below is an email from a reader I received this week. Den from Berkshire, UK brings up a problem I hear about all the time, so I thought I’d share my response. Also, if you want more info on the hiking boots vs. running shoes debate, check out my article 5 Reasons To Ditch Your Hiking Boots. A big thanks to Den for the great question!