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10 Best First Aid Kits for Hiking of 2025
The HART Extended First Aid Kit on a rock with moss and ferns

10 Best First Aid Kits for Hiking of 2025

Published: May 6, 2025
We never venture into the wilderness without at least a basic first aid kit. A small selection of supplies and some know-how will keep you safe in the backcountry.
Cascade Traverse First Aid Kit Review
The Cascade Traverse looped to exterior pack straps.

Cascade Traverse First Aid Kit Review

Published: May 6, 2025
A reliable, waterproof first aid kit loaded with essential supplies ideal for hiking and backpacking.
HART Outdoors Extended First Aid Kit Review
The HART Extended stuffed in a day pack.

HART Outdoors Extended First Aid Kit Review

Published: May 6, 2025
This might be the most stocked and organized first aid kit we’ve encountered for group backpacking trips.
Adventure Medical Kits Hiker First Aid Kit Review
Adventure Medical Kits Hiker on snow.

Adventure Medical Kits Hiker First Aid Kit Review

Published: May 6, 2025
Perfect for those longer day hikes or quick backcountry adventures with a buddy, this first aid kit is a handy and well-stocked companion for your time on the trail.
Best Backpacking Tents of 2025
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 2025

Last Updated: May 5, 2025
We put the most promising backpacking tents on the market through the wringer to find the ones with the best balance of comfort, weight…
Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .7 First Aid Kit Review
The Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight on snow.

Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .7 First Aid Kit Review

Published: May 5, 2025
Compact, durable, and full of essential supplies, this first aid kit is our go-to choice for day hikes, thanks to its smart design and reliable waterproofing.
Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Backpacker First Aid Kit Review
The Adventure Medical Kits Backpacker stuffed in a day pack.

Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Backpacker First Aid Kit Review

Published: May 4, 2025
This first aid kit is perfect for up to four days in the backcountry and even includes a first aid manual.
Men’s Brooks Cascadia 19 Review
Legs down image of a person running on rocks in the mountains on a hiking trail.

Men’s Brooks Cascadia 19 Review

Last Updated: May 1, 2025
These are some of our team’s all-time faves for hiking, running, and backpacking with 6,000+ miles logged on the CDT, PCT, and Colorado Trail.
Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Tent Review
a hiker lounges in a green trekking pole tent at sunset

Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
If you’re looking for a spacious trekking pole tent for your partner and furry friend, look no further. This thing is a castle inside!
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent Review
a hiker leans out of a light grey tent

Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
As one of the lightest double-wall, 2-door tents on the market, this tent is an ideal backcountry abode for either one or two people on an extended trip.
REI Co-op Trailmade 2 Tent Review
a tent is setup with no fly, doors open, and a mountain view

REI Co-op Trailmade 2 Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
If you’re new to backpacking and just need something easy to set up, protective, exceptionally durable, and won’t break the bank, then this tent is for you.
REI Half Dome 2 Plus Tent Review
a hiker sits in a tent without its rain fly, doors open, with a mountain view

REI Half Dome 2 Plus Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
This one of the absolute best value tents money can buy. It’s easy to set up, spacious, and made with high-quality materials, yet it costs significantly less than most tents in its class. We think one of the Half Dome’s best assets is its versatility – it’s large enough for car camping and light enough for backpacking.
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Tent Review
a hiker sits in a tent with the awning deployed during sunset

Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
Even after thousands of miles of testing, this tent remains one of our all time favorites. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and versatile enough for all conditions.
NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 Tent Review
one hiker lays in a tent while another reaches into an upper pocket above him

NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
This incredibly spacious 2-person tent is a high-quality choice for those wanting a shelter that’s comfortable for any type of adventure.
MSR Hubba Hubba LT 2 Tent Review
An MSR tent is pitched on dirt with pine trees in the background.

MSR Hubba Hubba LT 2 Tent Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
This long-time favorite just got even better. With an upgraded overall structure and enhanced ease of setup, it is a strong contender for our favorite backpacking tents.
Men’s Mammut Runbold IV Pants Review
A man hikes up a trail with mountains in the background.

Men’s Mammut Runbold IV Pants Review

Last Updated: April 30, 2025
With great mobility and breathability, these pants are an excellent choice for summit scramblers and weekend trail-goers alike.
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