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Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review

Men’s HOKA Anacapa 2 Low GTX Review

These shoes are comfortable, waterproof, and durable. They’re perfect for medium to long hikes on established trails in all sorts of weather conditions.
Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review
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Men’s Brooks Cascadia 18 Review

These are some of our favorites. We’ve logged over 6,000 miles in them across the CDT, PCT, and Colorado Trail.
Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review
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Men’s La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Review

With oversized toe caps, reinforced heels, aggressive lugs, and stout rock plates, these shoes are built for the high country: their exceptional traction and off-trail performance are game changers.
Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review
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Men’s Merrell Moab 3 Review

These shoes offer robust, breathable performance from burly mesh and leather uppers and provide solid protection from rocks and pokey bushes.
Men’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review
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Men’s Altra Lone Peak 8 Review

See why these are some of our favorite zero-drop hiking shoes from day hikes to thru-hikes.
Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review
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Men’s Saucony Peregrine 14 Review

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.
Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024
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Best Hiking Boots for Women of 2024

After rigorous on-trail testing, we’ve narrowed down our list of the most comfortable, durable, and lightweight hiking boots to keep you moving on…
Best Backpacking Quilts of 2024
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Best Backpacking Quilts of 2024

Get the ultimate ultralight warmth with one of our trail-tested picks for the most versatile and comfy backpacking quilts available.
Best Camping Pillows of 2024
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Best Camping Pillows of 2024

No need to wake up with a knot in your neck. Our list of the best pillows for camping and backpacking has the comfiest options available.
Best Hiking Socks of 2024
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Best Hiking Socks of 2024

Keep blisters at bay with the perfect pair of well-cushioned hiking socks. Check out our top picks to pamper your feet on your next backpacking adventure.
Best Backpacking Chairs of 2024
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Best Backpacking Chairs of 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 Down Jackets of 2024
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Best Down Jackets of 2024

Down for an adventure? Our trail-tested recommendations for the best down jackets will keep you warm and comfortable on trail and in town.
Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 2024
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Best Hiking Sandals For Men of 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 Rain Pants of 2024
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Best Rain Pants of 2024

Any weather is hiking weather with the right gear! We’ve trekked thousands of miles in the best rain jackets to narrow our list down to the most protective, versatile, and comfortable options out there.
Best Trekking Poles of 2024
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Best Trekking Poles of 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 2024
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Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2024

We’ve filtered out the nonsense to bring you our purest recommendations of the best water filters around.
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