Gear Reviews

Patagonia R1 Air Full Zip Hoodie Review

Patagonia R1 Air Full Zip Hoodie Review

The Patagonia R1 Air Full Zip Hoodie is a surprisingly warm and breathable mid-layer fleece jacket that’s perfect for cold-weather hiking and backpacking. It has two zippered handwarmer pockets and a chest pocket, a snug-fitting under-the-helmet hood, and stretch wrist cuffs that …

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Helinox Speed Stool Review

Helinox Speed Stool Review

The Helinox Speed Stool is an ultralight folding stool that’s easy to carry on day hikes and backpacking trips. Weighing 14.6 oz (414g), it folds up compactly, making it easy to pack in a backpack’s side or front stretch pocket. With a …

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Enlightened Equipment Enigma APEX Quilt Review

Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt Review

The Enlightened Equipment Enigma Apex Custom Sleeping Quilt is a synthetic-insulated quilt with a closed footbox. Custom-made, it can be insulated for different temperatures and is available in multiple widths, colors, and shell fabrics. It is insulated with Climashield Apex, a synthetic …

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Granite Gear Crown3 40 Eco Backpack Review

Granite Gear Crown3 40L Backpack Review

The Granite Gear Crown3 40 Eco is an affordable ultralight backpack with a modular design that can be easily configured for multiday backpacking or winter hiking. Its three-sided compression and gear attachment system and optional floating top lid pocket set this roll-top …

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REI Trailmade Trekking Poles Review

REI Trailmade Trekking Poles Review

REI Trailmade Trekking Poles are sturdy three-section aluminum trekking poles with oversized, self-adjustable lever locks and contoured EVA foam hand grips with adjustable wrist straps. They have carbide tips and come with extra-large trail baskets to prevent tip entrapments that can lead …

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Mountain Equipment Ibex Softshell Pants Review

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 women’s model of the same pant is called the Chamois Pant. They’re made with a double-woven softshell fabric that breathes well and …

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