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Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review
Closeup of a hiker's feet in the Darn Tough Light Hiker Micro Crew socks and Salomon X Ultra shoes on the rim of the Grand Canyon

Men’s Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
These are comfortable out of the box. Their supportive, springy midsole and stable outsoles guarantee a smooth and cushioned ride that makes them amazingly versatile.
Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
Man bent over tying long shoelaces on the Saucony Peregrine 14.

Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
With a responsive feel and a secure fit, these are the shoes for fast-paced activities like running, hiking, and backpacking across low deserts in May or chasing mountain summits in August.
Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review

Men’s Topo Athletic Ultraventure 3 Review

Last Updated: January 20, 2025
We’ve used these shoes to scramble long Class 4 ridge traverses at 13,000’ in the Colorado Rockies, hike hundreds of miles on local trails, and even tackle half marathons.
Women’s Altra Lone Peak All-Wthr Mid 2 Review
Pair of Women’s Altra Lone Peak ALL-WTHR 2 hiking boots on a snowy hillside

Women’s Altra Lone Peak All-Wthr Mid 2 Review

Published: January 20, 2025
Lightweight, waterproof, and breathable, these boots offer the perfect balance of flexibility and protection for fast-and-light adventures on any trail.
Women’s Oboz Bridger WP Review
Hiker sitting on a hillside wearing the Women’s Oboz Bridger WP boots

Women’s Oboz Bridger WP Review

Published: January 20, 2025
Durable, supportive boots with rugged traction and stiff construction, these boots are perfect for backpacking with a heavy pack or tackling rough trails.
Women’s Topo Terraventure 4 Waterproof Review
Topo Women's Terraventure 4 Waterproof close up

Women’s Topo Terraventure 4 Waterproof Review

Published: January 19, 2025
Wet feet are a thing of the past thanks to the incorporation of eVent waterproof fabric into this already rockstar shoe that offers excellent traction and a sturdy build.
Women’s Nike Zegama 2 Review
Nike Women's Zegama 2 on a hiker

Women’s Nike Zegama 2 Review

Published: January 19, 2025
With extra cushion, ZoomX foam in the midsole, and a Vibram Megagrip outsole these shoes are ideal for long days on trail, fast trots through the woods, and daily training miles.
Sea to Summit Aeros Down Deluxe Pillow Review
The author resting on the Sea to Summit Aeros Down Deluxe Pillow while staring at New Mexico's Organ Mountains

Sea to Summit Aeros Down Deluxe Pillow Review

Published: January 17, 2025
Sea to Summit spruced up the typical air pillow with a duck down cushion top. Learn how it performed in our first-hand review of the Aeros Down Deluxe Pillow.
HEST Camp Pillow Review
HEST camp pillow on a rock with mountains in the backgroun

HEST Camp Pillow Review

Published: January 17, 2025
The most comfortable camping pillow we tested this one is our splurge pick for luxurious comfort at the campground.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillow Review
The partially transparent Hyperlite Stuff Sack Pillow shows a puffy jacket stuffed inside

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillow Review

Published: January 17, 2025
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Sack Pillow is an ultralight stuff-sack-as-a-pillow. Here’s how the HMG stuff sack stacks up compared to the other products in our gear guide.
NEMO Fillo Elite Wide Backpacking Pillow, Tested & Reviewed
A side sleeper's neck is clearly crooked on the NEMO Fillo Elite Luxury pillow

NEMO Fillo Elite Wide Backpacking Pillow, Tested & Reviewed

Published: January 17, 2025
A fraction of the weight and packed size of the popular Fillo Pillow, NEMO’s Fillo Elite Wide pillow is a premier pick for backpackers. Learn more in this first-hand review.
Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro X 8 Review
New Balance Women's Fresh Foam X Hierro 8 close up on trail

Women’s New Balance Fresh Foam Hierro X 8 Review

Published: January 17, 2025
With extra thick cushion from the Fresh Foam X in the midsole, and an extra sticky Vibram outsole these shoes will have you bounding down the trails.
REI Trailmade Mummy Bag Pillow Review
Close up of the REI Trailmade Pillow on a boulder as the sun sets in the background. The pillow looks lumpy due to the foam blocks inside.

REI Trailmade Mummy Bag Pillow Review

Published: January 17, 2025
Are you looking for an affordable camp pillow that’s comfortable in the campground and packable enough for backpacking? Here’s one that won’t break the bank.
Best Camping Pillows of 2025
Camp pillows stacked on a sleeping pad from thickest (left) to thinnest (right) with rugged mountains in the background

Best Camping Pillows of 2025

Last Updated: January 17, 2025
Our guide to the best backpacking and camping pillows walks you through our favorites from brands like Therm-a-rest, Trekology, NEMO, HEST, and more.
10 Best Glass Water Bottles of 2025
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10 Best Glass Water Bottles of 2025

Last Updated: January 16, 2025
Many people are making the switch from plastic to glass water bottles for the health of the environment and their bodies.
Black Diamond Guide Guide Gloves Review
a person holding snow in their gloves with a ski jacket and goggle on

Black Diamond Guide Guide Gloves Review

Published: January 16, 2025
These gloves make extreme conditions feel balmy. They’re designed for ultimate protection and durability everything harsh about recreating in the winter.
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