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Best Baby and Toddler Carriers for Hiking of 2026
To find the best child hiking carrier for babies and toddlers, we reviewed backpacks and tested the Osprey Poco line, Deuter Kid Comfort, Kelty, Thule, and more
Hiking Gear
We test hiking gear for getting on the trails including hiking shoes, boots, socks, trekking poles, GPS and apparel.
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Best Hiking Fanny Packs, Waist Packs, and Lumbar Packs of 2026
We field-tested hiking fanny packs, waist packs, and lumbar packs for comfort, fit, storage, bounce, and durability. See our top picks for 2026.
Best Lightweight Backpacking & Thru Hiking Backpacks of 2026
After thousands of trail miles, we chose the best lightweight and ultralight backpacks for thru-hiking, weekend trips, heavy loads, and every budget.
Gossamer Gear DCF Whisper Tent Review: Sub-10 Ounces With Room for Tall Hikers
We tested the Gossamer Gear The DCF Whisper to see if its ultralight 0.51-oz DCF construction, floorless design, and trekking-pole setup deliver real-world performance for ultralight backpackers.
Best Lightweight Rain Jackets of 2026
We tested lightweight rain jackets for six years to find the best waterproof shells for hiking, backpacking, running, commuting, and travel.
Best Fastpacking Backpacks of 2026
We tested and reviewed the best fastpacks for hiking and trail running based on capacity, comfort, storage, weight, materials, features, and more.
norda 000 Review: 100 Miles on Technical Terrain With norda’s New Mountain Shoe
The norda 000 is a stable, durable trail shoe for technical terrain—but is it worth $295? This hands-on review covers fit, traction, cushion, and ride.
Suunto Race 2 Review: A More Affordable Outdoor Watch With Excellent GPS and Navigation
We tested the Suunto Race 2 GPS watch on hikes, bike rides, and in everyday life to assess the GPS accuracy, battery life, functionality, and ease of use.
Best Adventure Travel Backpacks of 2026
After two years of testing on planes, trails, and city streets, these are the 11 best adventure travel backpacks of 2026 for one-bag travel.
Best Backpacking Quilts of 2026
We tested the best backpacking quilts side by side for 8 months. See our top picks for ultralight, cold sleepers, synthetic insulation, and two-person trips.