The 5 Best Ultralight Daypacks for Hiking so You Can Go Farther Faster
These 5 ultralight daypacks offer an excellent option for just about everyone (depending on your preferences, of course).
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The 3 Best Toe Socks For Hiking and Backpacking So You Can Live Blister-Free
Toe socks are comfy, come in all different materials, let your toes splay naturally, pair perfectly with barefoot hiking shoes (or conventional shoes) and yes, can even prevent blisters. We’ve worn plenty over the years and these are the best toe socks for hiking, trail running, backpacking and more. Bonus: They’re all more sustainable options (and vegan, which means they don’t contain wool).
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Merrell Trail Glove 8 vs Vapor Glove 7: Which is Best For Hiking and Trail Running?
Zero drop or barefoot? Squoosh or no squoosh? These are the questions we’ll strive to answer as we dive into two of Merrell’s most beloved–and controversial–minimalist shoes: the Trail Glove 8 and the Vapor Glove 7.
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The 5 Best Ultralight Hip Packs for Hiking and Backpacking (That are also Sustainable)
We’ve tested plenty of hip packs, waist packs and fanny packs over the years (including more conventional hip packs) and these are the best ultralight hip packs that are not only easy on your base weight, but more sustainable in some way, too.
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The 5 Best Trail Running Vests (That are Also More Sustainable)
Here are the best sustainable trail running vests for short and long runs one uneven terrain (and how to choose the best one for you).
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7 Ultralight Fleece For Backpacking and Hiking in Every Season!
These are some of our fave ultralight fleece layers for hiking and backpacking when breathability and insulating power are paramount.
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The 6 Best Manual Coffee Grinders for Camping, Travel and Home (2026)
These portable, manual coffee grinders make it possible to enjoy good coffee no matter where you are: the campground, hotel or home.
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THIS is the Best Car Camping Setup for When You Want to Sleep in Your Car
Looking for a reliable and comfortable setup for sleeping in your car? We’ve got just the thing so you sleep comfy cozy.
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The Jetboil Flash 1.8L Just Landed! Here’s What’s New.
Jetboil just launched their new and improved Jetboil Flash 1.0L and 1.8L cook systems. And they certainly got a few welcome upgrades. Considering getting one? We’ll highlight what’s new with the recently released Jetboil Flash cooking system and who it’s for.
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These 5 Portable Espresso Machines Make Camp Cappuccino Possible
Pour-overs are great and we’ve tested plenty of camp coffee makers, but for those who are really, really passionate about drinking good coffee outdoors and like their coffee small and strong, there’s only one real option: Camp espresso.
