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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
Best Fire Pits of 2024
Ready to find the best fire pit for home or camping? We bought 13 top models and subjected them to months of testing...
The Ultimate Backpacking Checklist for 2024
Looking for a quality backpacking gear packing list to help you prepare for an upcoming trip. Our backpacking expert...
Best Ultralight Backpack of 2024
Ready to join the ultralight revolution? Over the past decade, our thru-hiking experts have tested more than 50 of the...Men's Clothing
Best Sunglasses for Men of 2024
Looking for men's sunglasses? We selected 14 pairs to test side-by-side, spanning various technologies and prices. We...
Best Winter Jackets for Men of 2024
Are you looking for the best men's winter jacket to get you through the cold months? Over the past 12 years, we have...
Best Base Layers of 2024
For over a decade, our team of experts has bought and tested dozens of the best base layers on the market. For this...Women's Clothing
Best Winter Jackets for Women of 2024
We've tested over 60 of the best women's winter jackets over the last decade to help you find your match. Here, we've...
Best Sports Bras of 2024
How does your body want to move, breathe, expand, run, or lift today? If you are looking for the perfect sports bra...
Best Fleece Jackets for Women of 2024
We've had some great fun over the last 11 years testing 73 of the best fleece jackets for women. Our latest update...Shoes & Boots
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10 Best Running Shoes of 2024
Whether new to running or a seasoned marathoner, every running journey starts with the right pair of shoes. But how do...
Best Trail Running Shoes for Women of 2024
Our running enthusiasts have reviewed over 130 of the top trail running shoes for women since 2013, with 25 of the...
10 Best Trail Running Shoes of 2024
Need new trail running shoes? Since 2013, we've tested over 300 trail-specific pairs to help you find the perfect...Climbing
Best Climbing Gloves of 2024
Tired of busted knuckles and aluminum dust covering your hands after a long day of climbing? For over a decade now...
Best Climbing Cams of 2024
Searching for the best climbing cams? We've bought and tested 24 models over the past 10 years, and our current review...
Best Climbing Gear of 2024
Welcome to the Holy Grail of climbing gear lists! Here you will find our top picks: the gear our climber-testers would...Biking
Best Bike Gear of 2024
We put together our dream team of bike-related products and accessories -- everything we would choose for our perfect...
Best Bike Racks of 2024
Are you looking for a new bike rack? Over the last 8 years, we have been researching and continually testing the best...
10 Best Bike Shoes of 2024
For several years, we've been researching, buying, and testing the best bike shoes on the market to help you find the...Snow Sports
Best Winter Gloves of 2024
Sick of cold hands? We research dozens of the best winter gloves on the market before choosing these top 14 to...
Best Ski Goggles of 2024
Searching for the best ski goggles? Our experts have tested 40+ pairs on snow over the last decade. For this update...
Best Ski Gear of 2024
A successful day on the mountain largely depends on staying warm, dry, and comfortable. Whether you're a beginner...Paddling
Best Kayaks of 2024
Looking for the best kayak? After researching over 50 different options, we bought 15 of the market's top models to...
Best Water Gear of 2024
With the right gear, staying active and enjoying warm, sunny days on the water is easy. Our gear list features only...
Best Stand Up Paddle Boards of 2024
Ready to invest in your own SUP but not sure where to start? We've been testing top models and popular options since...Fitness
Best Exercise Bikes of 2024
Looking for the best exercise bike? Over the past eight years, we have bought and tested over 60 models. In this...
Best Treadmills of 2024
On the hunt for the best treadmill for your budget and fitness routine? You've come to the right place. Our home gym...
Best Exercise Equipment of 2024
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, adding to your personal gym will help you get moving from the comfort...Travel
The Ultimate Travel Packing List for 2024
Planning your next getaway and wondering what you need to pack for your travels? Our expert travel gear editors have...
Best Laptop Backpack of 2024
We've tested over 40 of the best laptop backpacks since 2011, and this article features side-by-side testing of 14 of...
10 Best Backpacks of 2024
Looking for the best backpack for travel, work, or play? Our gear experts have spent the last decade buying and...Recent Gear Reviews
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Six Moon Designs Swift V Review
The Six Moon Designs Swift V's most alluring feature is its voluminous main compartment, which we measured at 55...
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Nashville Pack The Cutaway Review
The Cutaway from Nashville Pack is a dream pack for expert UL backpackers. The large-capacity body is made from tough...
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Yakima HighRoad Review
The Yakima HighRoad is an impressive roof-mounted rack that features a very easy installation/removal process and...
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Shimano S-Phyre SH-RC903 Review
The Shimano S-Phyre RC903 is our absolute favorite high-performance cycling shoe. Its stiff construction offers...
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Quoc Escape Road Review
Quoc set out to create a shoe that would be a great companion on all-day adventures, and the Escape Road hits the...
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Pelican Argo 100X EXO Review
The Pelican Argo 100X EXO is a solid entry-level kayak designed with recreational paddlers in mind. It offers a good...GearLab Learning Center
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