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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
Best Hydration Pack of 2023
Are you ready for a new hydration pack? Whether you're replacing an older model or looking to try one for the first...
Best Backpacking Gear of 2023
If you are gearing up for Backpacking, we've got you covered with our comprehensive list of the best gear of the year.
Best Camping Gear of 2023
Looking for the best camping gear on the market? Waste no time and get in here to see the best of the best when it...Men's Clothing
Best Travel Underwear of 2023
Layering systems should be built from the foundations up, starting with a quality pair of underwear. They should be...
Best Rain Pants of 2023
Choosing a pair of rain pants is an unwanted bear of a task. We've done the dirty work, which involves sorting through...
The Best Sunglasses for Men of 2023
Searching for the perfect shades? We sifted through hundreds of options before selecting these 10 most promising pairs...Women's Clothing
Best Winter Jackets for Women of 2023
Looking for the best women's winter jacket? We've researched hundreds over the years and bought the top 19 for this...
Best Budget Windbreaker for Women of 2023
Searching for that final layer to keep you cozy? Over the course of 8 years, we've tested a huge range of...
Best Budget Pants for Women of 2023
Our experts researched the best women's pants and purchased the top 8 products to test using our hands-on approach...Shoes & Boots
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10 Best Running Shoes of 2023
If you are curious to find the best running shoes on the market today, we covered hundreds of miles and thoughtfully...
10 Best Hiking Boots of 2023
If you've been itching to hit the trails, get your paws on one of the top-rated hiking boots on the market from our...
Best Skate Shoes of 2023
To help you find the best skate shoes, we researched dozens of different models on the market and bought and tested 6...Climbing
Best Mountaineering Boots of 2023
Trying to find the best mountaineering boot? We've got you covered. Our testers reviewed 9 of the top products on the...
Best Climbing Gear of 2023
Looking for the best climbing gear we've ever tested? Come check out our hand-selected list of the top gear of 2022.
Best Climbing Gloves of 2023
Want to keep your hands safe while climbing? Whether you're rappelling, belaying, jamming cracks, or aid climbing...Biking
Best Bike Trainer of 2023
Looking for the best bike trainer available today? We bought the top trainers available today and put them to the...
Best Bike Gear of 2023
Whether you've just started riding and want to start with a fresh setup, or you have been on a bike for years and want...
Best Bike Phone Mount of 2023
Our extensive testing of bike phone mounts turned up some expensive high performers (no surprise) but also (nice...Snow Sports
Best Ski Helmets of 2023
Buying a new ski helmet can be an overwhelming decision, to say the least. There are so many options for so many...
Best Ski Socks of 2023
Calling all folks seeking the best ski socks. Our testers virtually live on the slopes in the winter and have been...
Best Ski Goggles of 2023
If you're still skiing in your warped and scratched goggles that should have been retired 10 years ago, this is a...Paddling
Best Inflatable Kayak of 2023
Sick of being the only one without a kayak, but you have no room to store one? Check out one of these inflatable and...
Best PFD of 2023
Searching for the right safety equipment for your aquatic adventures? After researching over 90 top contenders, we...
Best SUP Boards of 2023
Looking for the best stand up paddle board of them all? We extensively tested all the best SUPs side-by-side to help...Fitness
Best Massage Ball of 2023
We extensively tested some of the best massage balls on the market. Whether you are looking for a ball to relieve your...
Best Exercise Step Platform of 2023
Exercise step platforms add a major facelift to a played-out, home gym setup. If you're looking for a step to add some...
Best Muscle Rollers of 2023
Relieving muscle tightness and soreness is easily accomplished with a muscle roller stick, and we bought and tested 9...Travel
Best Suitcases of 2023
The checked luggage market is huge, which can make finding your next suitcase daunting. Luckily, we've done all the...
Best Travel Backpacks of 2023
If you are in search of the perfect travel backpack, then you've come to the right place. Through ample research and...
Best Messenger Bag of 2023
Whether you need a bag for your commute or for your job, we've taken the top 8 models and tested them in as many...Recent Gear Reviews
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CamelBak Classic Light 70 Review
Despite not having a ton of storage space, smart features like a pair of bungee cords and helmet carry straps paired...
Editors' Choice
Osprey Syncro 12 Review
A wonderful blend of comfort, support, and top of the line conveniences in a reasonably lightweight package. The...
Best Buy
Wantdo Waterproof Snow Jacket - Women's Review
This is an inexpensive option capable of covering the bare-bones needs of a winter jacket for occasional use. Though...
Editors' Choice
Fjallraven Nuuk - Women's Review
We are impressed by how warm we stayed in this jacket when temperatures headed south of zero degrees. The soft and...
Editors' Choice
NEMO Dragonfly 2 Review
We were immediately impressed with this tent. It's a must-have for a backcountry backpacker who wants to be mindful of...
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Columbia Rebel Roamer Review
This is our favorite budget rain pant and an excellent pair for anyone needing a pair for infrequent use, especially...GearLab Learning Center
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How to Choose a Personal Locator Beacon
What device should you buy and for what application? Below we break it down. Once finished, however, do read our...
How to Choose Winter Boots for Women
Winter can be exceptional with a solid pair of women's winter boots. Making sure a boot fits and provides all the...
How to Choose Women's Travel Underwear
What is travel underwear, and do I need it? Arguments could be made for no, but we truly believe a good pair of travel...
How to Choose Women's Bike Shorts
Need a hand navigating the market and figuring out which pair of shorts or bibs fits your riding style best? You're in...
How to Choose an All-Mountain Snowboard
"C2-banana rocker... what?" It's easy to get overwhelmed with snowboard technology and its surrounding marketing. This...
How to Choose Long Underwear Bottoms for Women
Not sure where to begin in your search for a great pair of long underwear bottoms? A bomber baselayer sits next to...Ad-free. Influence-free. Powered by Testing.
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