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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
Best First Aid Kit of 2022
Nobody plans on needing a first aid kit, but if you do...
Best Backpacking Backpacks for Women of 2022
Ready to go backpacking? We tested the top women's...
Best Hiking Gear of 2022
Our experts list our favorite hiking gear picks so you can...Men's Clothing
Best Windbreaker of 2022
Windbreakers are a lightweight, packable, cost-effective...
Best Long Underwear of 2022
With temperatures dropping, it's time to prepare to play...
Best Fleece Jackets of 2022
Looking for a new fleece to add some extra warmth to your...Women's Clothing
Best Hiking Shorts for Women of 2022
Planning for an upcoming hike? We reviewed a handful of...
Best Base Layer for Women of 2022
Ladies, are you seeking a new base layer top? Our latest...
Best Running Shirts for Women of 2022
Getting ready for summer running and needing a new running...Shoes & Boots
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Best Rain Boots of 2022
You shouldn’t have to worry about your feet when the bad...
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2022
Searching for your next trail running shoe? With our...
Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2022
We're here to help you sort through the options for the...Climbing
Best Climbing Gear of 2022
Looking for the best climbing gear we've ever tested? Come...
Best Climbing Shoes of 2022
We pick the best rock climbing shoes for bouldering...
Best Approach Shoes for Women of 2022
If you're on the hunt for a great pair of women's approach...Biking
Best Full Face Bike Helmet of 2022
Need a new full-face bike helmet? We tested 15 of the best...
Best Bike Shorts for Women of 2022
What's the difference between a good ride and a bad one...
Best Bike Locks of 2022
If you ride a bicycle for recreation, fitness, sanity, or...Snow Sports
Best Snowshoes of 2022
Finding the best pair of snowshoes for your adventure from...
Best Ski Socks of 2022
Calling all ladies and gents seeking the best ski socks...
Best Ski Goggles of 2022
If you're still skiing in your warped and scratched...Paddling
Best Inflatable Paddle Board of 2022
We bought some of the best inflatable SUPs and paddled...
Best Kayaks of 2022
In the market for a new kayak this season? We're here to...
Best SUP Paddle Boards of 2022
Looking for the best SUP board of them all? We extensively...Fitness
Best Running Hydration Pack of 2022
After months of researching the most popular running packs...
Best Exercise Step Platform of 2022
Exercise step platforms add a major facelift to a...
Best Muscle Rollers of 2022
Relieving muscle tightness and soreness is easily...Travel
10 Best Backpacks of 2022
We're always looking for the best backpacks to fuel our...
Best Messenger Bag of 2022
Whether you need a bag for your commute or for your job...
Best Duffel Bags of 2022
A dependable duffel bag will take you and all your gear on...Recent Gear Reviews
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Gregory Deva 60 Review
This plush pack provides the level of support that is...
Fizik Vento Infinito Carbon 2 Review
With a redesigned upper, updated outsole, new generation...
La Sportiva Finale Review
Dedicated climbers can tear through a few pairs of shoes...
Black Diamond Solution 150 Merino Quarter Zip - Women's Review
A lightweight base layer with features such as hood, 1/4...
Baffin Enduro Review
This boot is a classic - simple construction, waterproof...
Bogs Workman Review
These lightweight and insulated boots are comfortable and...GearLab Learning Center
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How to Choose the Perfect Pair of Men's Long Underwear Bottoms
Ready to trade your dingey cotton long johns for a modern...
How to Choose a Softshell Jacket for Women
Softshell jackets are fantastic mediators, striking a...
How to Choose Mountain Bike Flat Shoes for Women
Flat mountain biking shoes are growing in popularity with...
How To Choose a Backpacking Stove
Buying the right backpacking stove can make your life in...
How to Choose a GPS Watch
Thinking of purchasing a GPS watch but you're not sure...
How to Choose a Camping Tent
A car camping tent can be a serious investment, with...Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
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