They were then put through a series of controlled tests before heading out on Outdoor Life’s annual backpacking gear testing trip to the Goat Rocks Wilderness to be tested in tandem by experienced ...

With the cold temperatures upon us, it’s probably safe to say that the traditional backpacking ... first aid kit … the list goes on. Sort through the rest of your gear and organize it all.

If you have a hiking enthusiast in your life, you know how important it is to have the right gear. From backpacks to boots, there are so many options out there that it can be overwhelming to choose ...

No matter how stuffed the gear closet of your giftee might be ... and they all get plenty of use. On the list of “things I wouldn’t buy for myself, but would love to receive,” this ...

In the process, I’ve developed some serious gratitude for quality rain gear. We put some of the most popular rain gear brands to the test to find the best backpacking rain jackets to keep you ...

Ashley Thess I wore all of these sunglasses hiking in the desert and mountains to test the fit, lenses, and polarization. The hiking sunglasses on this list were picked specifically for active outdoor ...

It's also an excellent opportunity for outdoors enthusiasts to stock up on Yeti coolers, Coleman camping tents, and tons of hiking gear—often ... We'll update this list as availability changes ...

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The remote, rugged and wet Ocean to Lake Hiking Trail, a spur of the Florida Trail, has been on my list almost as long ... food and the necessary gear, we felt well-supplied but unsure of exactly ...