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10 Tips for Capturing Great Adventure Photos

10 Tips for Capturing Great Adventure Photos

Taking professional-looking photos takes time, but it’s a skill worth growing if you want to better share your experiences, inspire others, and record your memories.
How to Poop in the Woods: A Backpacker’s Guide
the tools for pooping in the woods (trowel, hand sanitizer and a baggie of toilet paper

How to Poop in the Woods: A Backpacker’s Guide

When nature calls, we’ve got steps to turn a backcountry bathroom break into a five-star experience. Plus, properly disposing of your #2 keeps our wild places and waterways clean and pristine.”
Does Bear Spray Really Work?

Does Bear Spray Really Work?

You’ve packed a can of bear spray and are heading off to your favorite wildlife-populated backcountry. But somewhere in the back…
CRKT Drifter Pocket Knife Review
The CRKT Drifter Pocket Knife closed on a rock

CRKT Drifter Pocket Knife Review

A compact, budget-friendly EDC knife with durable materials and smooth, reliable performance for daily carry and outdoor adventures.
Buck Knives 55 Pocket Knife Review
The Buck Knives 055 Pocket Knife open on a rock

Buck Knives 55 Pocket Knife Review

A timeless, compact pocket knife with reliable strength, a sharp blade, and classic materials perfect for daily carry and outdoor use.
Civivi Yonder G10 Pocket Knife Review
Holding the Civivi Yonder G10 Pocket Knife up while open with a tree as the background

Civivi Yonder G10 Pocket Knife Review

Lightweight, sharp, and built for daily use, this compact blade offers impressive cutting power and lasting value at an affordable price point.
Best Pocket Knives of 2026
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Best Pocket Knives of 2026

Discover the ultimate pocket knife for every situation—tested for durability, sharpness, and practicality. Find your perfect companion for everyday and emergency use.
Osprey Transporter 65L Duffel Review
A side view of a man carrying the Osprey Transporter duffel as a backpack. It hugs his back closely.

Osprey Transporter 65L Duffel Review

Combine comfy carry with a capacious main compartment, compression straps, and pretty decent weather resistance and you’ve got yourself a solid duffel option for all your adventures.
Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Review
A man carries the Thule Chasm 40L duffel bag by the grab handles. The bag hangs next to his legs.

Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Review

Comfortable to carry, sleek, durable, and easy to use, whether you’re camping or jet-setting, this duffel bag is a solid option for any adventure.
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026
Closeup of the Sawyer Squeeze water filter in front of an alpine lake

Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026

We’ve filtered out the nonsense to bring you our purest recommendations of the best water filters around.
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

Pack away your worries with our guide to the best duffel bags for any adventure. Find your favorite new carryall based on size, weight and weatherproofing – at prices that won’t weigh you down.
Matador Freefly Packable Duffel Review
A man carries the Matador Freefly Packable Duffel at his side using the top duffel handles. The shoulder strap dangles underneath.

Matador Freefly Packable Duffel Review

This packable duffle is the perfect option for those who need a lightweight bag for everything from campground snacks to dirty boots.
10 Best Camping Blankets of 2026
A woman lays on a blanket at the beach.

10 Best Camping Blankets of 2026

Let your next epic adventure unfold with our recommended collection of camping blankets. These tried-and-true essentials are built to withstand the elements and keep you cozy outdoors.
Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 Backpacking Sleeping Bag Review
a hiker stands and holds a sleeping bag

Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 Backpacking Sleeping Bag Review

This bag is lighter than many other synthetic options, packs down decently small, and offers top-of-the-line features – all at a minimal price tag.
Kelty Biggie Camping Blanket Review
A woman lays in a hammock covered by a blanket. The hammock is hung off a wave-washed log with the ocean in the background

Kelty Biggie Camping Blanket Review

We adore this blanket! It is everything you want in a car camping blanket: big, comfy and warm.
Glorsign Outdoor Puffy Camping Blanket Review
A man stands on a rock overlooking the ocean, wrapped in a puffy blanket.

Glorsign Outdoor Puffy Camping Blanket Review

Suspiciously cheap, this outdoor blanket begged our attention. We tested this outdoor puffy quilt, and yep, it gets the job done at a wildly low price.
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