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Double Haul 100 Liter Convertible Duffel & Tote By NEMO Equipment sitting outside in the mountains for car camping

Gear Review: Double Haul 100 Liter Convertible Duffel & Tote By NEMO Equipment

NEMO Equipment's Double Haul 100 Liter Convertible Duffel & Tote is an exceptionally versatile carry-all perfect for keep your gear organized on road trips, car camps and flights! Check out our review to learn all about what makes it unique!

a hiker wears the Alnasca Knit III Low GTX Shoe By Mammut on sketchy terrain

Gear Review: Alnasca Knit III Low GTX Shoes By Mammut

If you're looking for durable and comfortable approach shoes, you'll want to check out our review of the Alnasca Knit III Low GTX Shoes by Mammut. We tested them out all over the Southwest and are stoked on how they performed! Learn more about them here!

The Wy'east Daypack By Six Moon Designs sitting on a talus field in the middle of a hike in the mountains

Gear Review: Wy'east Daypack By Six Moon Designs

Discover what we love and don't love about the Wy'east Daypack By Six Moon Designs. After testing it on about 55 miles, we've got some thoughts on its durability, function and fit. Check out our review!

UltaMid 4 Ultralight Pyramid Tent By Hyperlite Mountain Gear pitched in a high alpine camo on a backpacking trip in the rocki

Gear Review: UltaMid 4 Ultralight Pyramid Tent By Hyperlite Mountain Gear

Discover theUltaMid 4 Ultralight Pyramid Tent by Hyperlite Mountain Gear! An ultralight and durable 2-4 person tent designed for serious adventure. Made from Dyneema, it’s built to withstand challenging conditions. Its spacious interior and versatility are the cherries on top!

a collage photo of some of the best hiking gear of february 2025 for this guide

Gear Roundup: Our Favorite Hiking Gear of February 2025

February 2025 is an epic month for adventure gear! Our February roundup features awesome essentials and standout pieces to keep you out longer as the days get more and more sunshine. Explore our top picks and find your new favorite gear for hiking this month.

two women wear toughcutie hiking socks while on a hike. they are posed on a boulder

Gear Review: Ladies Light Weight Merino Wool Hiker Crew Socks By ToughCutie

If you're looking for a women-specific hiking sock for your next adventure ToughCutie is a brand to check out! In today's review I'm looking at their Ladies Lightweight Merino Wool Hiker Crew Socks!

A hand next to the Zipper-Pull Thermometer by ThermoWorks showing the outside temperature

Gear Review: Zipper-Pull Thermometer by ThermoWorks

Looking for a way to quickly tell the real-time temperature on adventures? The Gear Review: Zipper-Pull Thermometer by ThermoWorks is an ultralight, reliable and simple tool that gets the job done!