Hiking Gear Reviews, Expert Tips, & Trail Guides
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
September 10, 2024
Discover your new favorite trail-ready hiking shorts from Patagonia, PrAna, REI, and more. Our experts bring you tailored suggestions for the best in comfort, durability, and style from trail to town.
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2025
Last Updated:
August 23, 2024
Try on our trail-tested picks for the best men’s hiking pants so you can take on the outdoors with…
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
Rab Incline Light Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
These pants are a super lightweight and packable pair sure to please anyone who’s after a quick-drying and breathable option.
Men’s REI Sahara Convertible Pants Review
Men’s REI Sahara Convertible Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
This model is the image of the classic hiking pant: versatile, durable, and loaded with features. We tested them in heavy Alaskan rain and on long sunny hikes and we love using one pair of pants for both outings.
Men’s REI Trailmade Pants Review
Men’s REI Trailmade Pants Review
Published:
August 22, 2024
These are an excellent choice for the price-conscious hiker looking for a lightweight pant. We are impressed with their performance and their value.
Mammut Runbold Pants Review
Mammut Runbold Pants Review
Published:
August 20, 2024
After extensive testing in the alpine of Alaska’s Talkeetna Range, these pants are one of our top scorers in our lineup.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants Review
Published:
August 20, 2024
Tested in Alaska’s Chugach Mountains, these pants deliver a lightweight and highly mobile pant that excels in a variety of conditions.
Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review
Men’s Arc’teryx Gamma Pants Review
Published:
August 19, 2024
These pants are loaded with features, including cinch hems, a built-in belt, and all-zippered pockets, making them fit for big adventures where durability and weather resistance are paramount.
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
Janji Transit Tech Pants Review
Published:
August 19, 2024
These jogger-style pants are extremely lightweight and breathable and are a great fit for warmer weather and higher-output activities.
Half Dome Hiking Guide – Yosemite National Park
Half Dome Hiking Guide – Yosemite National Park
Last Updated:
August 15, 2024
Standing 5,000 feet above Yosemite Valley, Half Dome is without a doubt a US National Park icon.
Best Backpacking Chairs of 2025
Best Backpacking Chairs of 2025
Last Updated:
June 18, 2024
Ditch the dirt and relax your back. Our guide to the best backpacking chairs will help you find the most comfortable, lightweight, and easy-to-use options so you can kick it in backcountry luxury.
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2025
Last Updated:
June 17, 2024
Our trail-tested hiking sandal recommendations go the distance to help you find the perfect pair among our top picks for your next adventure.
Best Trekking Poles of 2025
Best Trekking Poles of 2025
Last Updated:
June 10, 2024
We’ve rigorously tested these trekking poles over thousands of miles to find the sturdiest and most lightweight options. Get more stability on tough terrain…
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025
Last Updated:
May 31, 2024
We’ve filtered out the nonsense to bring you our purest recommendations of the best water filters around.
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2025
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids of 2025
Published:
May 7, 2024
Kiddos need reliable footwear out on trail as much as adults. Check out our review of the best hiking shoes for kids so your little one can cruise along with you on your next adventure.
6 Safety Tips For Hiking with Kids
6 Safety Tips For Hiking with Kids
Published:
May 7, 2024
Our top safety tips for hiking with your kiddos will ensure that they have an experience that will cultivate a lifelong passion for the wilderness.