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Best Headlamp of 2024
A good headlamp is one of those pieces of gear that you might never pull out of your backpack, but when you need it you sure are glad that it's in there. From emergency situations to finding the outhouse at night, a headlamp is a key piece of camping and backpacking gear.
To test out headlamps we've gone on multi-day backpacking trips and multi-day backcountry skiing trips. We've been caught out...
Black Diamond
Spot 400
Zebralight
H600c Mk IV
Black Diamond
Storm 450
Petzl
Tikkina
Nitecore
NU25
Black Diamond
Sprinter
Black Diamond
Icon 700
Fenix
HP25R V2.0
Best Trekking Poles of 2024
Every avid trekker knows that a good pair of trekking poles are a must-have for any serious hike. They enhance your stability, allow for better balance, and reduce the workload on your knees. But all trekking poles are not created equal! There are a multitude of factors to consider such as durability, weight, packability, and more, but it doesn’t have to be a daunting task of finding the right...
Black Diamond
Alpine Carbon Cork
MSR
DynaLock Ascent Carbon
Black Diamond
Distance Carbon FLZ
Black Diamond
Trail Sport 3
Gossamer Gear
LT5
Black Diamond
Traverse
Best Women's Hiking Daypack of 2024
A lot of people might just use whatever backpack they have laying around for a hike, but if that's you, you're missing out on just how great a dedicated hiking daypack can be.
To test out women's hiking daypacks we've gone on 14 hour epics. We've been caught out in rain storms and gone snowshoeing in snow storms. We've done it all, and the backpacks below are the ones we think are worthy of your...
Osprey
Tempest 20
Gregory
Juno 24
Arc'teryx
Aerios 15 Pack
REI Co-op
Trail 25
Black Diamond
Distance 15
Osprey
Kresta 30
Dakine
Heli Pro 20L
Best Fleece Jacket of 2024
Fleece jackets really are the versatile, do everything piece of gear that anyone should own. One good fleece jacket can do everything from look respectable at the bar to provide just the right amount of warmth and breathability to make it to the top of the mountain.
We've worn fleece jackets on sunny walks around the neighborhood to multi-day trips where we never took them off. We've stuffed...
Patagonia
R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody
Arc'teryx
Kyanite Jacket
Patagonia
Better Sweater
REI Co-op
Trailmade Fleece
Black Diamond
CoEfficient Hoody
Patagonia
R2 TechFace Hoody
Patagonia
R1 TechFace Hoody
Best Mountaineering Backpack of 2024
Whether you're setting out for a day trip to your favorite local crag, or preparing for a multi-day expedition in the remote wilderness, your backpack can be your most trusted companion. Among the dizzying array of options available, the Osprey Mutant 38 stands out as a firm favorite. Combining excellent carrying comfort with impressive load transfer, it sneaks ahead of the rest when it comes...
Osprey
Mutant 38
Arc'teryx
Alpha FL 40
Black Diamond
Speed 40
Mountain Hardwear
Scrambler 35
Hyperlite Mountain Gear
Prism
Mountain Hardwear
AMG 75
Ortovox
Peak Light 40
Best Gaiters of 2024
Gaiters can look a little silly but really are worth their weight in gold in the right situation. There is nothing worse than soaking wet feet, or endless rocks and twigs down your boots. Gaiters to the rescue.
To test out gaiters, we trudged through the worst mud that the rainy, pacific northwest has to offer. We did multi-day backpacking trips through dense forests, went off trail, and bashed...
Outdoor Research
Crocodile Gaiters
Rab
High Traverse
Black Diamond
GTX FrontPoint
REI Co-op
Backpacker Low Gaiters
Dirty Girl
Gaiters
Best Women's Windbreaker of 2024
Ready to level up your outdoor adventures? Seeking that sweet blend of weather protection and moveability? Say hello to windbreakers. With all the choices out there, it can be challenging to find the perfect one. Well, we've got your back. Our pick of the litter? The Patagonia Houdini Air Jacket, a trusted companion designed for women who dare to venture outdoors. The Houdini Air has your needs...
Patagonia
Houdini Air Jacket
Arc'teryx
Squamish Hoody
Black Diamond
Alpine Start
Rab
Vital Hoody
Patagonia
Airshed Pro Pullover