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We previewed AllTrails Peak membership.

AllTrails Now Has Custom Routes, a “More Scenic” Selection, and Community Heatmap

By Laura Lancaster, Ashley Thess

pasta and pasta sauce that was just cooked on one of the best camping stoves

The Best Camping Stoves of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best hiking daypacks.

Camping and Hiking Markdowns at REI: Up to 50% Off

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best folding electric bikes.

The Best Folding Electric Bikes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

REI Half dome set up by an alpine lake

REI Half Dome 2 Plus: One Tent to Rule Them All

By Laura Lancaster

The best ice packs for coolers sitting in an ice chest.

The Best Ice Packs for Coolers of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

Trout fishermen bump into canoes.

My Buddies and I Caught 500 Wild Trout in 3 Days on an Old-Fashioned Canoe Trip

By Robeson Bailey

We tested the best trekking poles.

The Best Trekking Poles of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

psilocybin "Golden Teacher" psychedelic mushrooms

Two Hikers Called 911 to Report One of Their Buddies Died. It Turns Out They Were Only Tripping on Shrooms

By Alice Jones Webb

Testing the Shift Mags while biking.

Our Favorite Smith Sunglasses Are 40% Off at Backcountry

By Ashley Thess

The best emergency radios on display in a backyard

The Best Emergency Radios of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Alex Murphy, Scott Einsmann

A woman carrying a toddler in a best baby carrier for hiking

The Best Baby Carriers for Hiking of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Jackie Holbrook

We tested the best zero drop running shoes.

The Best Zero Drop Running Shoes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best camping knives.

The Best Camping Knives of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess, Scott Einsmann

The Best Life Jackets of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

The Best Life Jackets of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Kevin Hughes

The best small coolers stacked on a dock.

The Best Small Coolers of 2026: Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best coolers with wheels.

The Best Coolers with Wheels of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Three hikers walk up rock formation.

Your Guide to REI’s Anniversary Sale: 25% Off Adventure Gear

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best hiking sandals.

The Best Hiking Sandals of 2026, Trail Tested

By Ashley Thess

10 pairs of waterproof hiking shoes sitting on a bench

The Best Waterproof Hiking Shoes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Two dogs wear collars in the snow.

The Best Dog Collars of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Alice Jones Webb

various socks on a picnic table

The Best Hiking Socks of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best hiking daypacks.

The Best Hiking Daypacks of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Rachel Cavanaugh

We tested the best portable power stations.

The Best Portable Power Stations of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Pairing your smallest adventurer with a safe outdoor-ready sleep sack and a comfortable sleeping pad is a winning combination.

The Best Air Mattresses for Camping of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster, Ashley Thess

One of the best camping mattresses for couples sits in Crosstrek.

The Best Camping Mattresses for Couples of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster, Ashley Thess

The Best Power Banks of 2022

The Best Power Banks for Camping of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best inflatable paddle boards.

The Best Inflatable Paddle Boards of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

A pile of pocket knives on a wooden surface

The Best Pocket Knives, Tested and Reviewed

By Drew Conover, Scott Einsmann

Author rides electric mountain bike uphill.

The Best Electric Mountain Bikes of 2026, Trail Tested

By Travis Reill

We tested the best polarized sunglasses.

The Best Polarized Sunglasses of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best ski pants.

The Best Ski Pants of 2026, Slope Tested

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best mosquito traps.

The Best Mosquito Traps of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess, Alice Jones Webb

The Sea to Summit sits in a tent.

The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2026

By Ashley Thess, Laura Lancaster

Camper sets up tent.

Instant vs Camping Tents: Are Pop-Up Tents Worth It?

By Justin La Vigne

We tested the best hiking leggings.

The Best Hiking Leggings of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best backcountry skis for powder.

The Best Backcountry Skis of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

The Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 Pro on the water.

First Look at the Old Town Sportsman PDL 120 Pro

By Scott Einsmann

Woman lounging in a tent against a desert backdrop

The Best 2-Person Tents of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

AIARE 1 students skin into the mountains.

I Took an Avalanche Safety Course to Learn How to (Probably) Not Die in the Mountains

By Ashley Thess

Climber wearing a backpack stands in front of a mountain.

How to Climb a Mountain: Expert Tips for Bagging Peaks

By Sean McNally

Author using an inflatable sleeping pad to cowboy camp.

Inflatable vs. Closed-Cell Foam Sleeping Pads

By Ashley Thess

Altra vs Hoka: Discover Which Shoe Is Right for You

By Laura Lancaster

A tent under the starry sky

A Beginner’s Guide to Camping in the Wilderness

By Diana Helmuth

We tested the best packable down jackets.

The Best Packable Down Jackets of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best cross country ski pants.

The Best Cross Country Ski Pants, Trail Tested

By Christine Peterson

We tested the best lightweight hiking shoes.

The Best Lightweight Hiking Shoes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Justin La Vigne, Ashley Thess

Down vs synthetic sleeping bags on a concrete background

Down vs Synthetic Sleeping Bags: Which Insulation Is Better for You?

By Laura Lancaster

The Best Camping Gadgets of 2026

The Best Camping Gadgets of 2026

By Justin La Vigne

I tested the best insoles for hiking boots.

The Best Insoles for Hiking of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

Find out where to go camping.

Where to Go Camping — Even Without a Campsite Reservation

By Laura Lancaster

A tent with a footprint is set up outdoors.

How to Pitch a Tent: Setup, Siting Your Tent, and Other Considerations

By Christine Peterson

Guitar Lake, John Muir Trail

Hiking the John Muir Trail: Permits, Planning, Gear, and Resupply Details for the Greatest Wilderness Trail in America

By Laura Lancaster

Hiker stands next to trail sign.

What Is Thru-Hiking Really? Here Are 10 Signs You Might Be a Thru-Hiker

By Laura Lancaster

A man on top of a mountain

The Best Hiking Pants of 2026

By Laura Lancaster, Justin La Vigne, Alice Jones Webb

Waterproof textile background with water drops vs water resistant

Water Resistant vs Waterproof: Here’s What You Need to Know

By Christine Peterson

group of people sitting around on a rocky field with a volcano in the background at sunset

The Best Camp Shoes of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

Author crosses snow field.

The Best Thermal Underwear for Men, Tested and Reviewed

By Sean McNally

I folded my socks down to create a thicker barrier between my blistered heels and the back of the shoe.

The Best Women’s Hiking Shoes of 2026

By Ashley Thess, Laura Lancaster, Alice Jones Webb

A Beginner’s Guide to Backpacking

By Diana Helmuth

Rtic vs Yeti: Is a More Expensive Cooler Actually Worth It?

By Laura Lancaster

How to Tie a Knot: 22 Essential Knots You Need to Know (Photos and Video)

By Bob McNally, Tim MacWelch

A stack of multi-colored best backpacking sleeping pads

The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

how long can you survive without food

How Long Can You Survive Without Food?

By Christine Peterson