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MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove Review
The PocketRocket 2 installed on a fuel canister and holding a pot with mountains and a lake in the background.

MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove Review

This stove is a whole lot of power in a tiny package. With excellent simmer control, and an efficient burn, it’s one of our favorites.
Jetboil Flash Cooking System Review
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Jetboil Flash Cooking System Review

Among integrated canister stoves, this is one of the most affordable and dependable options with lots of nice extra features.
Jetboil MiniMo Review
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Jetboil MiniMo Review

This model is one of our favorites for backcountry gourmets and makes our list of the best backpacking stoves.
MSR WindBurner Stove Review

MSR WindBurner Stove Review

This stove system is among the highest quality and best-performing integrated stove systems on the market. We love its exceptional performance in windy weather, its speedy boil times, and great fuel efficiency.
BRS 3000T Backpacking Stove Review
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BRS 3000T Backpacking Stove Review

This stove is an excellent choice for those looking for a ridiculously lightweight and compact option for long-distance backpacking.
Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025
The MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe backpacking stove in front of a jagged mountain with red bands

Best Backpacking Stoves of 2025

We’ve spent years cooking up this list of the best backpacking stoves around so backcountry chefs and Cup Noodle connoisseurs can find their perfect match.
Pros and Cons of Hiking With Trekking Poles

Pros and Cons of Hiking With Trekking Poles

Whether you’re thru-hiking across the country or heading out on a quick weekend jaunt, trekking poles can add a lot of stability and…
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter Review
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Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter Review

This is one of our absolute favorite water filters for backpacking for its lightweight and efficacy. It is super easy to use and tucks into almost any pocket for fast access.
Collegiate Peaks Loop Backpacking Guide

Collegiate Peaks Loop Backpacking Guide

Searching for an epic two-week Colorado backpacking adventure? Here’s what you’re looking for: The Collegiate Peaks Loop.This stunning 160-mile loop in central Colorado provides a perfectly balanced two-week backpacking adventure.  Follow along the pristine Colorado Trail and the Continental Divide Trail as they wind through lush forests, meadows, and  valleys. Trek through vast fields of wildflowers that drape the rugged mountainsides. Scan the hills for a glimpse of an elk, mountain goat, or bighorn sheep. With huge sections of trail above tree line, you’ll get a healthy dose of craggy peaks and epic views.
Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review
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Men’s Patagonia Quandary Shorts Review

We tested these shorts in the Colorado Rockies and they are some of our favorites based on their comfort, versatility, and features.
Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review
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Men’s Kuhl Renegade Rock Shorts Review

These are durable enough for multiple seasons of intense hiking, yet stylish enough to head to dinner after a long hike.
Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review
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Men’s Nike DRI-Fit Challenger Shorts Review

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 Sahara Cargo Shorts Review
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Men’s REI Sahara Cargo Shorts Review

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 REI Trailmade Amphib Review
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Men’s REI Trailmade Amphib Review

If you want a versatile pair of hiking shorts that double as swim trunks, this pair is simple, very lightweight, and packable.
Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review
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Men’s Outdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts Review

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
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Men’s Columbia Silver Ridge Cargo Review

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.
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