David Young
Gear Analyst

David is a writer based in Fort Collins, CO. He specializes in outdoor adventure and travel writing. He has been published in Men’s Journal, Forbes, SKI Magazine, GearJunkie, 5280 Magazine, USA Today, and The Denver Post. He has over two decades of experience writing and covering the outdoor industry.

David has backpacked and hiked in Europe, Canada, and the U.S. He enjoys all that Colorado has to offer from mountain biking and fly fishing to backpacking the Colorado Trail, and backcountry skiing.

Articles by David Young

Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
Man standing by a blue lake in hiking shorts.

Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review

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The simple design of these shorts makes them easy to move in, and we’ve found the ultralight material is durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking.
Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review
Man's hand on phone in pocket of shorts.

Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review

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If you want a versatile pair of hiking shorts that double as swim trunks, this pair is simple, very lightweight, and packable.
Men’s REI Sahara Cargo Shorts Review
Man walking on trail by lake in shorts.

Men’s REI Sahara Cargo Shorts Review

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If you like to carry a lot of gear or snacks then these are the shorts for you. With six pockets, they are a classic pair for hiking.
Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review
A leg on a log stretching a pais of shorts.

Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review

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We tested these shorts in the Colorado Rockies and they are some of our favorites based on their comfort, versatility, and features.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
A man wearing a blue jacket and brown shorts hikes in the rain with shrubs and rocks in front of him.

Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review

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This pair checks a lot of the boxes when it comes to great hiking shorts. They are comfortable, stretchy, lightweight, and dry quickly.
Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review
A man hiking in a pair of shorts

Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review

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This affordable pair is a trimmed-down take on a classic utilitarian cargo, which is why they make our list of the best hiking shorts.
Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2024
Waist-down view of a hiker standing on a rocky trail in the men's Patagonia Quandary hiking shorts

Best Hiking Shorts for Men of 2024

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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 Fleece Jackets of 2024
A female backpacker wearing the Eddie Bauer Super Sevens Fleece Pullover in front of jagged mountain peaks in Glacier National Park

Best Fleece Jackets of 2024

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We took to the mountains to find the best fleece jackets for taking off the chill. Explore our top picks for staying comfortable and toasty when temps start to dip.
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