Results for 'Ultralight'

The 5 Best Baby Hiking Backpacks for Logging Miles with Little Ones

Our reviewer put five kid carriers to the test on trails in the snowy peaks of Maine and the sunny Blue Ridge Mountains (and at a petting zoo, too)

The 11 Best Camping Chairs and Everything You Need to Know About Them

Any chair is better than a rock, but these are the best of the best

These New Binoculars Are the Unlikely Gear Upgrade Your Summer Adventures Need

The combo of a lightweight form factor and heavyweight optics make these midsize binoculars perfect for camping, climbing, road trips, and more

The 12 Best Men's Rain Jackets for Hiking and Everyday Wear

A comprehensive guide to finding the right rain jacket, with pro tips on features, fit, price, and, of course, waterproofness

The 13 Best Water Bottle Slings for Staying Hydrated on the Go

When even a daypack is too much to carry, these clever bottle bags help keep you fast, light, and hydrated on day hikes and while running errands

11 Best Waterproof Tote Bags for Hauling Camping Gear, Groceries & More

Our top picks for stylish waterproof and functional carryalls for hauling goods to and from the campsite, ski resort, beach, farmer's market, etc

The 13 Best Insulated Blankets for a Cozier Home & Camp

From recycled NanoLoft to certified duck down, these highly packable, weather-resistant throws will keep you cozy wherever you wind up

The 16 Best Sling Bags for Everyday Use, Travel, & Adventure

A backpack and fanny pack hybrid, these design-minded sling bags keep you ready for urban and outdoor adventures.

8 Ultralight Titanium Water Bottles for Use on the Trail and at Home

Single and double wall bottles for staying hydrated at home, around town, and on the trail

15 Stylish & Waterproof Roll Top Backpacks for Daily Adventure

Design-minded roll top bags for everyday carry both in the city and on the trail, and made in the USA, UK, Japan, Sweden, and more

The 13 Best Camp Coffee Mugs for Camping & Backpacking

From old school enamel to high tech titanium double wall designs, these classic and modern camp cups and backpacking mugs are our top picks for 2023

The 15 Best Unisex Winter Hats (That Aren't Just Beanies)

Alternative headwear designs that will keep your noggin warmed and styled this during the year's coldest season

Rapha x Brain Dead Team up on Creative (and Trippy) Apparel for Riding Bikes (or Not)

The cross-Atlantic collaboration injects some contemporary style into technical trail apparel in a new, limited collection for men and women

Video: REI Goes Behind the Brand with Bronx-based Gear Lab Allmansright

Founders Livio Melo and Jennifer Jacobsson discuss how growing up in the Dominican Republic and Sweden helped inspire the birth of their outdoor brand

21 Disposable Film Photos From a Treacherous Hike to a 1930's PNW Fire Lookout Tower

A group of friends once again prove no good deed goes unpunished on an arduous hike to visit a historic 1932 Fire Tower in Washington's Cascade Range

Patagonia's Sleeping Bags Look Weird for a Few Very Good Reasons

Inspired by a prototype founder Yvon Chouinard made himself 50 years ago, this odd duck of a down bag shows promise in a "new" category for the brand

Titanium Gear Maker SilverAnt Makes Ultralight Outdoor Equipment More Accessible

The family-owned company offers a wide range of affordable titanium outdoor gear engineered for a lifetime of use in the wilderness and around town

Adsum and Nanga Release Reversible, Japan-Made Outerwear Collaboration

The New York-based menswear label and Japan's preeminent down purveyor meet again for their second collaboration of down apparel and accessories

Patagonia's New Downlab UL Puffies Are Its Warmest & Eco-Friendliest Yet

In expanding its ultralight insulation collection geared for alpine climbing, Patagonia made big advances without losing an eye for minimalism

Top 10 Backpacking Quilts for Keeping Warm While Camping

From fully customizable cottage industry quilts to ultralight options from trusted brands, these are the best sleeping bag alternatives available now

For Rain or Shine, These Are the 9 Best Women's Hiking Jackets Out There

Packable, waterproof, insulated: whatever type of hiking jacket you need, we've found the best of the best

From City Streets to Mountain Peaks, These Are the 10 Best Softshell Jackets

Go into any outdoor retailer and you'll find tons of softshell options, so we picked our favorites for men and women alike

Hyperlite Mountain Gear's New Pack & Tent Are a Thru-Hiker's Dream

Combined with the Maine-based brand’s new down quilt, the new 40-liter backpack and two-person tent create the ultimate "big 3" backcountry system

Matador's Beast28 Helium Is One of the Lightest Frame Backpacks for Hiking & Climbing

This Colorado gear maker continues to push the boundaries of sleek design and adventure gear with a new pack that's super-light and super-durable