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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

We tested the best winter gloves in extreme conditions.

The Best Winter Gloves of 2026, Tested in Alaska and Minnesota

By Justin La Vigne

We tested the best cross country skis.

The Best Cross Country Skis of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Christine Peterson

ice fishing in subzero temperatures

The Best Winter Jackets for Extreme Cold, Tested at 20 Below in Alaska

We tested the best heated socks.

We Tested the Best Heated Socks of 2026

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best heated ski socks.

The Best Heated Ski Socks of 2026, Slope Tested

By Ashley Thess

Hiker wears a value ultralight backpack.

Starlink and T-Mobile Just Made a Super Bowl Announcement That Could Redefine Backcountry Communications

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best cross country skis for beginners.

Get More Out of Winter With the Best Cross Country Skis for Beginners

By Christine Peterson

We tested the best climbing helmets.

The Best Climbing Helmets of 2026, Crag Tested

By Sean McNally

The best walkie talkies were tested in a variety of conditions

The Best Walkie Talkies of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Scott Einsmann

We tested the best winter hats.

The Best Winter Hats of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

We tested the best air quality monitors.

The Best Air Quality Monitors of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

The author testing the best cross country ski boots for skate and classic skiing.

The Best Cross Country Ski Boots of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Christine Peterson

Best solar generators

The Best Solar Generators of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

The Anatomy of a Shoe: What You Need to Know Before Buying Your Next Trail Runner or Hiking Shoe

By Laura Lancaster

power stations sitting on a shelf in a garage with solar panels visible beneath

The Best Solar Generator for Home Backup (2026 Guide)

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best thermal underwear for women.

The Best Thermal Underwear for Women of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best avalanche beacons.

The 4 Best Avalanche Beacons of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

smartwater bottle standing proud with a fallen nalgene in the background

Ultralight Backpacking Hacks You Can Find at a Gas Station

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the Trelino composting toilet.

The Best Composting Toilets of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Justin La Vigne

We tested the Joolca camping toilet.

The Best Camping Toilets of 2026

By Justin La Vigne

Best Air Purifiers for Smoke of 2026, Tested

Best Air Purifiers for Smoke of 2026, Tested

By Laura Lancaster

A Goal Zero power station and solar panel sitting on a grassy field in full sun

What Can a Solar Generator Power?

By Laura Lancaster

Red Hilleberg Allak 3 set against a misty forest background

Hilleberg Allak 3: A Backpacking Tent That I Trust with My Family

By Laura Lancaster

Hiking Boots versus Trail Runners: When and Why to Switch

Hiking Boots versus Trail Runners: When and Why to Switch

By Laura Lancaster

Gossamer Gear Whisper set up in the woods

The Gossamer Gear Whisper: The Lightest Tent We’ve Ever Tested

By Laura Lancaster

The Best Hot Tents, Tested and Reviewed

The Best Hot Tents, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Biker wears Poc helmet.

The Best Mountain Bike Helmets, Trail Tested

By Ashley Thess

Biker goes off a wooden drop feature.

The Best Mountain Bike Shoes, Trail Tested

By Ashley Thess

A group nordic skis on a groomed trail.

What You Need (And Need To Know) To Start Cross Country Skiing

By Christine Peterson

We tested the best winter running gear in the snow.

The Best Winter Running Gear: Trail, Pavement, and Gravel Tested

By Christine Peterson

Testing the best cameras for hiking

The Best Cameras for Hiking, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Man standing on cliff

The Best Personal Locator Beacons and Satellite Messengers of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

The best hiking sunglasses sit on a rock.

The Best Hiking Sunglasses, Tested and Reviewed

By Ashley Thess

The best camping flashlights tested while camping with the author's family.

Best Camping Flashlights, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

packets of instant coffee piled up on each other next to a coffee mug

The Best Instant Coffee for Backpacking: Buzzed & Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

The best avalanche shovels for your next winter adventure

The Best Avalanche Shovels of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

man standing in down pants in front of a crowd facing a mountain at sunset

The Best Puffer Pants: Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Black Friday Yeti Cooler deals photo featuring a picture of a white yet on a ledge with a grassy field in the background

Black Friday Yeti Cooler Deals (Plus Other Brands We Love)

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best heated vests.

The Best Heated Vests of 2026

By Ashley Thess

goal zero power station and solar panel on a grassy field in full sun

Solar Generator Black Friday Deals from Brands We’ve Field Tested

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best heated jackets.

We Tested the Best Heated Jackets of 2026

By Ashley Thess

hikers heading across snow in a mountain setting

The Best Gifts for Hikers of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

open electric cooler with produce and cans inside next to a portable power station

The Best Electric Coolers: Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

Woman hunts snowy hills with dog.

Gift Recommendations from the Outdoor Life Editors

By Ashley Thess

The best camping lanterns sit lit up on a dock.

The Best Camping Lanterns, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

We tested the best hiking watches.

The Best Hiking Watches, Field Tested

By Justin La Vigne, Patrice La Vigne

Runner on a trail at night.

The Best Running Headlamps, Trail Tested

By Ashley Thess

A woman cooking on a camping stove looking over mountains

The Best Camping Gifts, Field Tested

By Ashley Thess

We tested the best hiking gear.

The Best Hiking Gear We Use All the Time

By Ashley Thess

The best hand warmers were tested for their temperature and heat retention.

The Best Hand Warmers of 2026

By Laura Lancaster

10 electric hand warmers lined up outside on a damp table

The Best Rechargeable Hand Warmers, Tested and Reviewed

By Laura Lancaster

iphone 15 showing the satellite messenger screen with poor connectivity against a backdrop of red rock

Testing the iPhone Satellite Messenger: It’s Not Ready for Life or Death Situations in the Backcountry

By Laura Lancaster

Two merino sheep on one side and a herd of alpacas on the other.

Merino Wool vs. Alpaca: Battle of the Base Layers

By Alice Jones Webb