What I Learned Rafting One of the Last Wild Rivers
An 11-day, 160-mile journey through where BC, the Yukon, and Alaska collide in one of the last truly wild and undisturbed natural regions on Earth
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14 Korean Outdoor Brands You Should Know
Hiking, camping, skiing, and forest bathing have long been popular in Korea. Here, the brands in the country catering to the enthusiasts
A Week in Patagonia Convinced Me Fjallraven Makes the Perfect Hiking Pants
Whether worn in blazing sun or freezing rain, the Fjallraven Keb Trousers kept our gear tester comfortable, dry, and ... "sexy." Let her explain
The 8 Best Cots for Camping & Backpacking, Tested
Lightweight, comfy, highly-packable, these camping cots make getting a good night's rest outdoors easier, without the noise and feel of an air pad
The Best Packable Backpacks for Travel and Everyday Carry | Tested & Approved
Our guide to the best compact, stashable backpacks for travel and every day use that you probably never even knew you needed
Field Mag's Ultimate Backpacking Checklist for Happier Trails This Season
A complete guide to packing for a multi-day wilderness adventure, product recs included
Japanese Outdoor Magazine Guide: 10 Print Titles for Gear Lovers
Even if you can't read Japanese, these expertly curated magazines will inspire you to seek greater adventures—and a new pair of rare hiking boots
The 13 Garden Clogs Can Handle Yard Work, Soggy Campsites & City Streets
From Gorpy Cool Kids to West Village Girls, this low-profile slip-on shoe hits the perfect balance of on-trend and ultra comfortable. Garden optional
The Gear I Used While Trekking 50 Miles in the Underrated Lower Himalayas
The ecologically diverse area presents very different challenges than the more famous high-alpine zone. Here's 10 pieces of gear I relied on daily
Why Thru-Hikers Are So Obsessed With Smartwater Bottles
Plenty of reusable, lightweight water bottle options exist, yet many hardcore hikers prefer to pack this plastic bottle available at any gas station
New Arc'teryx Alpha SL Pack Is a Shockingly Light Option for Alpine Adventuring
Built of a material with 8x the strength-to-weight ratio of steel, this new alpine pack aims to compete with the cottage brands leading the UL space
Why You Should Hike Japan's New Michinoku Coastal Trail Next Winter
Though the MCT is often hiked in the fall or spring, those who brave it in colder months will be rewarded with singular beauty and tastier fish
15 Best Running Brands Redefining Performance by Emphasizing Community & Cool
A new wave of IYKYK running brands is injecting the sport with a fresh perspective drawn from high design, fashion, cool kid culture, and run clubs
London's Cimoro Makes Custom Backpacks & Sought-After Gear for Ultralight Adventure
How the designer behind the cottage label turned a Saville Row education into designing performance packs & custom gear that fit like a bespoke suit
Why Durston Gear's Weatherproof, Affordable Tents are Beloved by Backpackers
Informed by years of thru-hiking, British Columbia's Dan Durston and his namesake outdoor equipment have earned a loyal following among UL backpackers
The New Ultralight Durston X-Dome 1+ Punches Way Above Its Price Point
A hands-on test of the UL gear brand's new freestanding tent reveals an easy-to-pitch, roomy design with one possible dealbreaker for desert campers
The Rumpl's Wrap Sack Is a Gateway Sleeping Bag for New Campers
The ubiquitous outdoor blanket company's first sleeping bag is designed to keep you comfortable even in changing temperatures. Here's how it works
How to Choose Between a Quilt & Sleeping Bag for Your Next Backcountry Trip
Though often made of the same performance materials, small design variations makes sleeping bags and quilts better suited for different conditions
Hikerkind Just Launched Its First Hiking Shoe, a Collaboration With KEEN
The Brooklyn-based brand's first footwear collab comes as a limited-edition women's hiking boot that strikes a balance between elegance and durability
Sole Searching: How Norda Made the 005 the Ultimate Running Shoe for Trail Racing
Just four years after launch, the Montreal-based brand has designed what they hope to be the lightest, fastest, most durable trail racing shoe yet
Ultralight Innovator Pa'lante Introduces Its First Bag for Backcountry Ski Missions
Hands-on with the new minimalist backpack designed to haul just the essentials (avy gear included) on fast and light backcountry missions
How to Wash a Down Jacket: A Comprehensive Guide
Step-by-step instructions and pro tips from a professional guide and gear tester to help you maximize the lifespan of your lightweight down items
A Winter Hiking Guide to Colorado's Tallest Mountain and Classic 14er, Mount Elbert
Which route to take, what to wear, and all else to know about summiting the tallest mountain in Colorado (and 2nd highest in the continental U.S.)
Why the Legendary Arc'teryx Alpha SV Jacket Cost $900 (and Is Worth It)
Since its initial release in 1998, the Alpha SV has been the yard stick by which all other rain shells are measured. Our gear expert explains why