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Best Camping & Backpacking Coffee Makers of 2025
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 2025

Spending time in the woods doesn’t mean you have to ditch your daily brew. We’ve tested the top coffee makers so you can embrace your morning coffee ritual wherever you are.
Best Tent Stakes of 2025
A backpacker's hand holding a set of Vargo Titanium Shepherds Hook tent stakes in his hand with a NEMO tent in the background

Best Tent Stakes of 2025

Though they seem trivial, tent stakes are vital to keeping your shelter secure – a sudden midnight storm will quickly remind you how crucial they really are.
NEMO Tensor Elite Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review
a hiker stands in the woods and holds up a gray sleeping pad.

NEMO Tensor Elite Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review

With other manufacturers discontinuing their most ultralight options, this sleeping pad emerges as our new top pick as an ultralight option for summer trips.
Best Stuff Sacks of 2025
A closeup of a stuff sack

Best Stuff Sacks of 2025

Toiletries, electronics, extra clothes, food – all the little bits and bobs in your backpack can become a mess if you don’t have a way…
Big Agnes Divide Insulated Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review
a hiker holds a yellow sleeping pad in a forest

Big Agnes Divide Insulated Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review

This ultra-affordable sleeping pad offers the comfort and warmth of a premium three-season pad at a fraction of the price.
NEMO Quasar 3D Insulated Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review
a hiker stands in the woods and holds up a blue sleeping pad.

NEMO Quasar 3D Insulated Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review

This versatile sleeping pad is ideal for casual campers who are getting into backpacking. It offers reliable comfort and durability at a budget-friendly price.
Therm-a-Rest NeoLoft Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review
a hiker holds an inflated red sleeping pad in the middle of the woods

Therm-a-Rest NeoLoft Backpacking Sleeping Pad Review

This thick, plush sleeping pad is being touted as the most comfortable backpacking sleeping pad ever made. Check out our full review to see if it lives up to the hype.
My Medic MyFak Mini First Aid Kit Review
My Medic MyFAK Mini strapped to the outside of a pack.

My Medic MyFak Mini First Aid Kit Review

Large, sturdy, and set for adventure. This is the efficient, safeguarding giant you require for your upcoming group hike.
General Medi Mini First Aid Kit Review
The General Medi Mini on snow.

General Medi Mini First Aid Kit Review

This kit might appear compact, yet it offers impressive value. You’ll be amazed by the abundance of supplies packed into this budget-friendly kit.
Surviveware Small First Aid Kit Review
The Surviveware Small kit is portable and compact.

Surviveware Small First Aid Kit Review

Lightweight, sturdy, and adaptable: This is the ideal first aid kit for seasoned hikers who enjoy assembling and personalizing their own kits.
REI Campwell Camping Chair Review
A camping chair in the desert in front of a tent.

REI Campwell Camping Chair Review

This camping chair is a time-tested classic – with an X-frame design, all-mesh build, and unique storage, it’s a solid choice for any adventure.
NEMO Stargaze Camping Chair Review
A camping chair from behind in a sunny desert setting.

NEMO Stargaze Camping Chair Review

Luxury, meet camping. This one-of-a-kind swinging chair packs big comfort in a small package for laid-back adventures.
YETI Trailhead Camping Chair Review
Side profile of a man sitting in a camping chair.

YETI Trailhead Camping Chair Review

This chair is burly, breathable, and as comfy as they come whether you’re lounging in the backyard or tailgating in the parking lot.
Kelty Low Loveseat Camping Chair Review
Two men cheers their water bottles while sitting next to each other on a 2-person camping chair.

Kelty Low Loveseat Camping Chair Review

Roomy, low to the ground, and tough enough for kids or dogs, this two seater is perfect for sharing a blanket at the campfire.
HART Outdoors Weekend First Aid Kit Review
The HART Weekend clipped to the outside of a pack.

HART Outdoors Weekend First Aid Kit Review

If you appreciate a well-stocked first aid kit for any backcountry adventure, this choice is excellent.
HART Outdoors Day Hike First Aid Kit Review
The HART Day Hike kit on snow.

HART Outdoors Day Hike First Aid Kit Review

Looking for an ultra portable and lightweight kit stocked with all the most common essentials for a quick day hike? This is the one.
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