I Set the Fastest Known Time on the Oregon Pacific Crest Trail. Here’s the Gear I Used.
Emily Halnon holds the record for the fastest time completing Oregon's PCT - here's the gear she used to accomplish it.
Backpacking
MSR Carbon Reflex Featherweight Tent Review: Ultimate Weight Savings
The MSR Carbon Reflex 3 Featherweight tent lives up to its lightweight name and then some.
Everything You Need to Know About Backpacking with Kids
If you’re a parent ready to ramp up your adventure game, then backpacking with your kids is the next logical goal.
The Keen Ridge Flex Boot: Cool Tech at a Great Price
The Keen Ridge Flex blends classic comfort with cutting-edge design and a reasonable price tag to boot.
9 Best Budget-Friendly Hiking Boots & Shoes
A proper pair of hiking boots or shoes is as necessary to a great hike as the trail itself.
12 Best Cold Weather Tents for Winter Camping
Discover 12 of the best cold weather tents, including the top 3-season and 4-season tents made for car camping, backpacking and extreme winter weather.
Jetboil vs MSR: Comparing the Flash and Pocket Rocket 2
Check out our head-to-head comparison of Jetboil and MSR's most popular backpacking stoves, along with a handful of alternate options worth considering.
Teva vs. Chaco: How to Choose the Best Sandals
Teva and Chaco both make a damn good sport sandal. Here's how to decide which may be best for your adventures.
9 Best Hammock Tarps for Lightweight Rain Protection
Hammock tarps provide lightweight minimalist shelter. They're easy to set up, and deliver all the protection you’ll need against inclement weather.
10 Best Hammocks for Camping and Backpacking
Tired of Sleeping on the ground? It’s time to ditch your tent and embrace the hammock.
8 Best 4-Person Backpacking Tents for 2023
While there aren’t many reputable four-person backpacking tents out there, the good news is you only need one. Thanks to our research, it should be pretty easy to find the perfect one for your adventurous band of four.
10 Best Hammock Top Quilts for Lightweight Warmth
One of the biggest mistakes first-time hammock campers make is using a traditional sleeping bag in their hammock. Do yourself a favor and invest in a hammock top quilt.