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If you’re planning your first trip to explore the desert and/or the American Southwest or your 10th and you want to make it a more enjoyable, comfortable, safe experience, make sure to pack these five things.
When it comes to preparing meals in the backcountry, backpacking stoves that run on compressed gas–you know, those cylindrical metal canisters filled with fuel–are far and away the most popular option. They’re efficient, convenient, tolerably lightweight, and easy to find at pretty much any outdoor retailer. And while these fuel canisters are made of recyclable materials (steel), recycling them is more nuanced than you might think. Here’s how to recycle your empty backpacking fuel canisters the right way.
Here’s what to wear, how to prepare and what to pack for a canoe camping trip when temps are cool and waterways are quiet.
When it comes to wireless earbuds for the outdoors, whether that be trail running, hiking, or solo backpacking, there’s more to consider than which ones sound the best. Things like water resistance, durability, and whether or not they’re actually going to stay in your ears as you’re bouncing down the trail. So today we’re going to take a look at 5 wireless earbuds, all of which we’ve personally tested, and let you know which stand out for outdoor recreation of all kinds.
While a nice, thick, cozy fabric is often the first thing we think of when someone mentions “fleece,” when it comes to this innovative material, the options are practically endless. And many are best suited for very different types of outdoor activities, from chilling at the bar aprés ski to hiking up a mountain. So we rounded up our three favorite main types of fleece and break down what each is best for. Because what’s the best fleece material is based on what you’re up to.
When it comes to barefoot hiking shoes, we at Terradrift have tested more than our fair share. From the rugged but ultra-flexible Magna Lite WR SG to the Xero Shoes Scrambler, we know a thing or two about what makes a barefoot shoe trail-worthy. So when Vivobarefoot dropped the Primus Trail Flow Mid, we had to lace ‘em up and take them for a spin.
If there’s one thing I love after a long hike on a hot day or when kicking it around the campfire in the evening it’s sparkling water. Sure, camp cocktails are great, but frankly, I don’t need alcohol to celebrate. If you feel the same and you can never keep enough cans of sparkling water in the house (or the cooler), then the Aerflo System Bottle is for you: a reusable water bottle that carbonates water at the touch of a button (OK, several touches).
For 11 day from September 12-22, REI’s Member Days offer exclusive deals and expanded benefits to REI Co-op Members, from double rewards to discounts on used gear. Want to know if you should shop now to save some cash? Read on to learn more about the benefits.
Consider yourself an ultralight backpacker? Or just want to trim some weight from your pack? Ready to upgrade from an old, leaky air mattress to something more reliable? An ultralight sleeping pad is the way to go. But choosing one can be a pain, especially if you’d prefer to buy from a sustainable brand or score a pad that’s made of more responsible materials. Fortunately, we’ve tested plenty over the years. Here are a few ultralight sleeping pads we love (inflatable and foam) and that are perfect for all kinds of ultralight backpacking adventures–but that don’t sacrifice comfort.
Love them or hate them, these ultralight pad pumps make quick work of setting up camp. Are they worth a few extra ounces? You decide.