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DOD Outdoors Review: Japanese Camping Gear Made for Comfort

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Katherine Englishman

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A Review of DOD Outdoors' Japanese Comfort Camping Gear

The Japanese camping brand designs luxury-leaning gear for taking it slow and easy, but does it live up to its cushy claims?

How to Pack Your Hiking Backpack Like a Pro
Maximizing Comfort and Efficiency: Packing Tips for Hikers

With 20+ years experience, our gear expert dives into the art of packing a hiking backpack for maximum comfort and efficiency in the great outdoors

Inside Gry x Colin Meredith, Experimental Trail Running Apparel by Ciele
Ciele & Designer Colin Meredith Team Up for New Trail Running Collection, Gry

By lending its design innovation lab to the lauded designer, Ciele has created its most creative technical running apparel yet

From NYC Streets to Colorado Peaks, Testing the New Vans MTE Crosspath
From NYC Streets to Colorado Peaks, Testing the New Vans MTE Crosspath

A hyper functional style with sustainable roots, the adventure-ready shoe blends technical design with classic style—and all-day comfort

How MuskOx Makes Sustainable, Durable Flannel Shirts Without Animal Fibers
How MuskOx Makes Sustainable, Durable Flannel Shirts Without Animal Fibers

From Detroit to Portugal, these hard-working 100% cotton flannels support the environment and wildlife conservation—and fit and feel damn good, too

Danner Mountain 600 Evo Review: A Best-Selling Boot Updated for Backpacking
Testing the Danner Mountain 600 Evo, a Backpacking-Specific Update to an Icon

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Hikerkind Introduces Down Jacket & Hiking Pants in FW24 Collection
Hikerkind Introduces Down Jacket and Hiking Pants in Debut FW24 Collection

The NYC label known for stylish and functional women's outdoor apparel debuts four new styles, including a chic puffer, Merino turtleneck & polo

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From classic bell tents to more creative canvas options, here we break down the many different types of camping shelters and some of the best to buy

Glamping in California: The 20 Best Luxe Glampsites to Visit in 2024
Glamping in California: The 20 Best Spots for a Luxe Outdoor Experience

It's time to embrace the trend of "glamorous camping” and these awesome, expertly picked locations across California are a great place to dive in

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Book a Room with a Private Cedar Sauna & Hot Tub at The Nami Project in Canada

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From history and construction to how to buy or build your own, this definitive guide explores all aspects of life in these classic circular shelters

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How to Pack Your Hiking Backpack Like a Pro
Maximizing Comfort and Efficiency: Packing Tips for Hikers

With 20+ years experience, our gear expert dives into the art of packing a hiking backpack for maximum comfort and efficiency in the great outdoors

DOD Outdoors Review: Japanese Camping Gear Made for Comfort
A Review of DOD Outdoors' Japanese Comfort Camping Gear

The Japanese camping brand designs luxury-leaning gear for taking it slow and easy, but does it live up to its cushy claims?

16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Should Know
16 Japanese Outdoor Brands You Need to Know About

Japan's longstanding culture of hiking, camping, skiing, and taking in nature is alive and well thanks to a growing group of design-minded gear makers

From NYC Streets to Colorado Peaks, Testing the New Vans MTE Crosspath
From NYC Streets to Colorado Peaks, Testing the New Vans MTE Crosspath

A hyper functional style with sustainable roots, the adventure-ready shoe blends technical design with classic style—and all-day comfort

Inside Gry x Colin Meredith, Experimental Trail Running Apparel by Ciele
Ciele & Designer Colin Meredith Team Up for New Trail Running Collection, Gry

By lending its design innovation lab to the lauded designer, Ciele has created its most creative technical running apparel yet

Green Trails: A Guide to Eco-Friendly Hiking Gear and Avoiding Greenwashing
A Hiker's Guide on Where to Find Eco-Friendly Gear for Responsibly Hitting the Trails

Choosing earth-friendly hiking gear can positively impact the environment — and your body — more than you might expect. Here are our top picks

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The 11 Best Film Cameras for Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Photographers

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Developed by Jacques Cousteau and perfected in 1984 with the fifth generation, this legendary Nikon is beloved by both water and land photographers

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The Best 35mm Film for All Weather, All Conditions, and All-Around Incredible Pics

Not sure which kind of 35mm film to use for a cloudy day? What about for a Wes Anderson look? We've got the answers

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