Nick Belcaster

A solid set of walkie-talkies can be essential for good backcountry comms, and we’ve tested the spread to nail down the best for your next adventure.

Whether car camping or family camping, we found the best camping tents of 2023, including top picks from REI, Big Agnes, and more.

A solid GMRS radio offers up many benefits over bubble-pack FRS walkie-talkies, and the new Midland GXT67 Pro is the best offered by the brand so far.

The brand name on the side might be different, but Luci Lanterns are just as dependable, versatile, and fun as they always have been.

The Katabatic Alsek 22 sleeping quilt answers my frigid trailside prayers and is the most thermally efficient backless bag I’ve ever used.

We’ve spent the last 15 years testing the best packrafts out there. Here’s everything you need to start packrafting right now.

Looking for the best merino wool T-shirts out there? Check out our favorite merino layers for hiking, biking, running, and more.

We found the best emergency radios of 2024 to fit every budget and need. From solar-powered to hand-crank, we’ve got you covered.

After shouldering the best — along with the rest — we’ve found the greatest backpacks for any task, with picks from Osprey, Patagonia, REI, and more!

The CrossPeak 2 is Hyperlite's first foray into freestanding tents, and in typical style, it is ultra-tough, ultra-spendy, and ultralight.

The Nitto Terra Grappler G3 is the third iteration of the all-terrain tire, and it improves wet-weather traction and adds even more miles in longevity.

Failure isn't an option when it comes to choosing a satellite messenger. When you absolutely need to get the word out, here are the best sat messaging devices in 2025.

A solid set of windshield wipers can make the difference between safe and spooky driving in the rain. We tested the best from Rain-X, Bosch, PIAA, and more!

We put in months of testing this summer with our toes in the sand, mud, and trail grit, and these are the best sandals to cruise over it all with in 2023.

The Alpacka Raft Rendezvous isn't your pop's canoe — it's lighter, more packable, and easy to paddle. This packraft is our new tandem go-to.

Up a creek again? A good kayak paddle is essential to making the most of your time out on the water, and we tested the best from Werner, Aqua Bound, and more!

Just inflate and go. We tested the best inflatable kayaks today, with capable and packable award winners from Advanced Elements, NRS, BOTE, and more.

We tested the best insulated water bottles for 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include YETI, Hydro Flask, and more!

Our experts tested the best 4-season tents of 2024 for every budget and use case. Top picks include Mountain Hardwear, Stone Glacier, and more.

Here we test and review the best travel backpacks of 2023, including top picks from Peak Design, Patagonia, Osprey, Matador, and more.