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A helpful guide to instant coffee for camping and backpacking, including what varieties are available, our top picks, and tips for the perfect cup

Our top picks for rugged and stylish travel bags that can handle any adventure, be it a week in Patagonia or a weekend upstate

Waterfalls, scrambles, leisurely hikes, and more, explore the rich nature that surrounds Oregon's largest city

How the once professional chef and former Tom Sachs' fabricator creates materials-driven "expedition gear" for outdoor wear in New York City

A healthy dose of GORP makes the yoga brand's dedicated foray into hiking gear and apparel a surprising success

A conversation with the influential artist on the intersection of outdoors and fashion, fishing in LA, fatherhood, and making art

The premier camp furniture brand teams up with streetwear sub-brand Carhartt WIP for a collection of camp gear done in signature style

Totes, backpacks, fanny packs, and crossbody bags made with Dyneema and heavy duty cotton from this Chicago-based workshop

No-or-low-waste camping meals and backpacking food does exists. Here's what to look for, how to avoid greenwashing, plus five companies to support

These windproof, water-resistant, breathable softshell ski pants promise to go uphill and downhill in any condition, so we found out for ourselves

Suggested tents, sleeping bags, stoves, and more, capable of making camping a year-round activity

The best boulder-specific climbing staples for newbies, gym rats, and everyone in between