Gear Reviews
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Pike Trail High Gaiters Review
Pike Trail High Gaiters are polyester gaiters with a unique fitting system and design that overcomes the sizing deficiencies of…
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norda 001a Dyneema Trail Runner Shoe Review
The norda 001a is a durable and well-cushioned trail runner that breaks the mold in terms of construction, feel, and…
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Mountain Equipment Ibex Softshell Pants Review
Mountain Equipment’s Ibex Softshell Mountain Pant is a highly breathable technical softshell pant designed for winter hiking and mountaineering. The…
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Lems Trail Blazer Zero-Drop Walking Shoes Review
The Lems Trail Blazer is a zero-drop walking shoe with a wide toe box designed for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts…
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Osprey Mutant 38 Backpack Review
The Osprey Mutant 38 is a versatile alpine backpack that’s equally at home on winter hiking trails, ski mountaineering tours,…
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Six Moon Designs Swift X Backpack Review
The Six Moon Designs Swift X is a 45L liter roll-top backpack with an adjustable torso length that will appeal…
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Gossamer Gear The One Ultralight Tent Review
Gossamer Gear’s “The One” is a one-person, ultralight, single-wall trekking pole tent that weighs 17.7 oz. It has a spacious…
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Arc’Teryx Women’s Proton SL Hoody Review
The Women’s Arc’teryx Proton SL Hoody (also available for Men) is a standout active-insulation layer built for high-output days where…
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Rab Downpour Light Rain Jacket Review
The Rab Downpour Light is a minimalist, packable rain shell that punches above its weight for fast-and-light missions, daily commuting,…
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10 Best Water Filters for Day Hikes
If you carry a water filter on day hikes, you can significantly reduce the weight and amount of water you…
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Alaskan Slippers: XTRATUF Legacy Boots Review
XRATUF’s Legacy Boots are widely worn in Alaska maritime communities, earning the moniker, “Alaskan Slippers, because so many people wear…
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Altra Olympus 6 Trail Runner Review
The Altra Olympus 6 Trail Runner is a zero-drop, maximum cushion trail runner shoe that is great for thru-hiking and…
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 Backpack Review
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear NorthRim 55 Backpack is an ultralight backpack made with an extremely durable outer fabric called Woven…
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Rock Front Rain Hoody Review
The Rock Front Rain Hoody is an oversized anorak-style rain jacket specifically designed for hiking and backpacking. It’s made with…
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