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Best Camp Shoes of 2026
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Best Camp Shoes of 2026

Last Updated: July 2, 2026
Our list of the best camp shoes includes only the most comfortable and capable crowd-pleasers, from minimalist sandals to winter-ready down booties. Treat your feet to something nice.
Chaco Z/Cloud Sandal Review
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Chaco Z/Cloud Sandal Review

Published: July 2, 2026
This sandal is a standout adventure companion that’s supportive, comfortable, and long-lasting – great for hiking, lounging at camp, or spending time by the water.
Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Sandal Review
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Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Sandal Review

Published: July 2, 2026
Lightweight, supportive, and comfortable, this classic sandal exceeded our expectations for the price. Though it (probably) won’t summit Mount Whitney, there’s no reason it can’t be hanging off your pack for use at camp.
LUNA Sandals Leadville Pacer Review
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LUNA Sandals Leadville Pacer Review

Published: July 2, 2026
This ultralight sandal grips like no other. It’s lightweight, low-profile, and sticky enough to wear on the trail or by the water.
Teva ReEmber Terrain Slip On Review
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Teva ReEmber Terrain Slip On Review

Published: July 2, 2026
Highly comfortable, warm, and easy to sink into at camp or at home, this outdoor slipper is a standout for casual outdoor adventures.
Cotopaxi Allpa Getaway 55L Duffel Review
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Cotopaxi Allpa Getaway 55L Duffel Review

Last Updated: June 29, 2026
Functional and durable, the 55L Cotopaxi Allpa Getaway is our pick for air travel, road trips, and frontcountry campouts.
Gregory Alpaca 60 Duffel Bag Review
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Gregory Alpaca 60 Duffel Bag Review

Published: June 29, 2026
A tough, no-frills duffel built to take a beating across overland trips, airport tarmacs, and everything in between, with durability that outperforms most of the competition.
REI Big Haul 60 Duffel Review
REI Co-op Big Haul 60 duffel opened in a truck bed, showing the wide main compartment, interior mesh pockets, exterior pocket, and compression straps.

REI Big Haul 60 Duffel Review

Published: June 29, 2026
A lightweight, feature-packed duffel with compression straps that actually compress, stowable backpack straps, and a carry system that handles airports, campsites, and everything in between.
The North Face Base Camp Waterproof Duffel Review
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The North Face Base Camp Waterproof Duffel Review

Published: June 29, 2026
A fully welded, submersible duffel that kept its contents bone dry through a week of Colorado weather, a garden hose, and a bathtub submersion test.
Best Camping & Backpacking Coffee Makers of 2026
Closeup of the GSI Outdoors Ultralight Java Drip brewing coffee into an ultralight backpacking cup on a volcanic rock

Best Camping & Backpacking Coffee Makers of 2026

Last Updated: June 26, 2026
From ultralight pour-overs to one-pot espresso makers, we tested dozens of camp coffee makers so you can find the perfect brew method for your next adventure.
nCamp Cafe Coffee Maker Review
A coffee maker disassembled to show the nesting mug and stainless steel brewer components side by side on a tree stump.

nCamp Cafe Coffee Maker Review

Published: June 26, 2026
For coffee lovers who refuse to settle at camp, this Moka pot-inspired, all-in-one design brews cafe-quality espresso in a stainless steel package barely bigger than a water bottle – nested mug included.
Alpine Mountain Gear Stainless Steel Percolator Review
A coffee percolator brewing on a camp stove in an outdoor trailer kitchen setup.

Alpine Mountain Gear Stainless Steel Percolator Review

Published: June 26, 2026
A classic stainless steel percolator done right: no plastic, no fuss, and enough capacity to keep an entire group caffeinated from the first morning to the last.
Hydro Flask Insulated French Press Coffee Maker Review
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Hydro Flask Insulated French Press Coffee Maker Review

Published: June 26, 2026
An insulated French press built around Hydro Flask’s signature stainless steel quality, this double-wall, vacuum-insulated design keeps your brew at drinking temperature long after the first cup.
Best Duffel Bags of 2026
The Nemo Double Haul duffel packed with camping gear in gear hauler mode sitting on the ground in front of a bike rack.

Best Duffel Bags of 2026

Last Updated: June 25, 2026
From weekend warriors to Antarctica expeditions, we tested 12 of the most popular duffels on the market to find the ones worth hauling your gear across any distance.
Benchmade Mini Griptilian Pocket Knife Review
Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556 open in hand outdoors with wet ground and light snow around the campsite.

Benchmade Mini Griptilian Pocket Knife Review

Published: June 25, 2026
One of the most trusted names in everyday carry, now in our lineup after months of daily testing across beaches, rivers, boxes, and everything in between. It held up just fine.
Kershaw Bel Air Pocket Knife Review
Kershaw Bel Air closed and resting in an open palm to show compact carry size and handle shape.

Kershaw Bel Air Pocket Knife Review

Published: June 25, 2026
A USA-made folding knife with premium MagnaCut blade steel and buttery smooth action that raises the bar for what you should expect in an everyday carry at this price point.
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