The Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT is an improved version of the NeoAir XTherm inflatable sleeping pad, which has long been the inflatable sleeping pad of choice for cold-weather camping and cold sleepers because of its high R-value and low weight. The new …
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Enlightened Equipment Torrid Jacket Review
The Enlightened Equipment Torrid Jacket (Stock Model) is a very warm and lightweight synthetic insulated jacket that’s optimized for use by hikers and backpackers. It is not much to look at style-wise (if you get the “stock model”) so it’s not going …
Read More »Sierra Designs Cloud 35 Sleeping Bag Review
The Sierra Designs Cloud 35 is a zipperless, mummy sleeping bag with a sleeping pad sleeve and foot vent that lets you stick your feet out if you’re too warm at night. Weighing 23 ounces, it’s insulated with 800 fill power water-resistant …
Read More »Platypus GravityWorks Water Filter (4L) Review
The Platypus GravityWorks Water Filter is a complete and well-integrated water filter that includes all of the components required to set up a gravity-based water filter system. Gravity water filters are good for filtering several liters backcountry water at once for consumption …
Read More »ZenBivy Light Bed 25 Bundle Review
The ZenBivy Light Bed 25 Bundle is a quilt-style sleep system that prioritizes comfort while staying lightweight enough for backpacking. I prefer sleeping in a hammock when backpacking because I don’t sleep particularly well when camping on the ground. But I’ve sleep …
Read More »Hyperlite Mountain Gear 3400 NorthRim Backpack Review
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear 3400 NorthRim Backpack is an ultralight backpack made with an extremely durable outer fabric called Woven Dyneema that is significantly more abrasion resistant than the Dyneema Fiber/Polyester laminate used to make Hyperlite’s regular ultralight backpacks. While it’s priced …
Read More »Enlightened Equipment Convert Quilt Sleeping Bag Review
The Enlightened Equipment Convert is a hoodless, quilt-style sleeping bag with a full-length zipper and drawstring footbox that allows it to be completely closed like a hoodless sleeping bag, completely open like a down comforter, or partially zipped up like a backpacking …
Read More »Merrell Moab 3 Hiking Shoe Review
The Merrell Moab is the most popular hiking shoe in the world with over 25 million shoes sold since it was first introduced 15 years ago. Now in its third generation, the Merrell Moab 3 (Merrell dropped the word ‘Ventilator’ in this …
Read More »UGQ Bandit Quilt Review (with Improved Features for Ground Sleepers)
UGQ Outdoor is a cottage quilt manufacturer that makes top quilts, underquilts, and tarps for backpackers and hammock campers. The quality of their products is excellent and they’ve grown rapidly by word of mouth as the popularity of quilts has grown. The …
Read More »Oboz Sawtooth X Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots Review
Oboz Sawtooth X Mids are agile waterproof/breathable hiking boots that are lighter weight than full-on hiking boots, but still provide loads of protection and support for your feet and ankles. The Sawtooth X is the 10th anniversary edition of the well-loved Oboz …
Read More »Artilect Boulder 125 Crew Jersey and Leggings Review
Artilect’s Boulder 125 Crew Long Sleeve Jersey and Leggings are made with Nuyarn, an engineered blend of merino wool and nylon fiber that is more durable than straight merino wool, dries faster, and is more elastic without requiring the use of stretch …
Read More »Hammock Gear WanderLust Hammock Kit: Detailed Review
The Hammock Gear Wanderlust Hammock Camping Kit is an all-inclusive hammock system to get you off the ground and hanging without a huge learning curve or time lag. The base system includes an 11′ hammock with an integrated bug net, an ultralight …
Read More »MSR Hubba Hubba 2 Tent Review
The new MSR Hubba Hubba 2 is a lightweight freestanding two-person backpacking tent weighing 2 lbs 14 oz that provides lightweight livability, superb ventilation, and ease of use. This new 2022 version of the Hubba Hubba 2 provides a significant 10 oz …
Read More »Gregory Katmai 65 Backpack Review
The Gregory Katmai 65 is an internal frame backpack with an adjustable torso length, an adjustable-sized hipbelt, and a suspended mesh back panel. The pack is loaded with pockets and has multiple access points that make it easy to organize and access …
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