Results for 'Ultralight'

New Adidas Freehiker 3 Brings Cutting Edge Sneaker Tech to Hiking Footwear

Drawing on ingredients from the brand's proven running shoes, new mid and low models dial on-trail comfort and cushioning up to 11

The 10 Best Midlayers for Outdoor Adventure, Tested & Reviewed

The perfect ingredient for your layering sandwich, whether you're hiking, running, skiing, fishing, or camping

Smartwater Swaps: The Best Reusable Bottle Alternatives to This Thru-Hiking Favorite

In the thru-hiking community, Smartwater bottles are prized for their lightweight durability, but they're still single-use—here are some reusable swap

How Artist Ruohan Wang Designed Transcendent Ultralight Gear for Peak Performance

Artist Ruohan Wang shares how she brings a touch of surrealism to ultralight high-performance apparel in a new collab with the Scandi mountain brand

Big Agnes Introduces New VST Tents Line of UL Shelters That Don't Skimp on Features

Four new backpacking tents from the Colorado camping brand make the simultaneous case for no-nonsense ultralight design and new tent trends

This One-Woman Brand Is Making Backpacks Coveted by Global Mountain Pros

Slovenian alpinist Neza Peterca turned a lifetime of design, sewing, and repair experience into an all-custom technical backpack brand

All You Need to Know About Dermizax, Waterproofing Made for High-Output Adventures

In gear waterproofing, Gore-Tex is the name everyone knows, but this membrane from Japan has unique traits that make it worth adding to your lexicon

Trail Tested: Gossamer Gear Alchemy Mirage, the Lightest 40L Backpack Ever Made

Ultralight Aluula Graflyte fabric makes the Mirage the lightest 40-liter pack on the market, but how does it hold up on a trek through Utah canyons?

Rab's New Mythic Ultra Is an Ultralight Sleeping Bag That Weighs Like a Quilt

The UK-based gear maker's new collection of sleeping bags uses a secret ingredient to achieve ultralight warmth (it's titanium)

How Ultralight Backpacking Pioneer Gossamer Gear Found Its Edge Again

After years of playing it safe, the UL backpacking trailblazer flexed its design muscle and reminded hikers why it mattered in the first place

What Is Active Insulation? Revisiting the Forgotten & Much Improved Jacket Category

A decade after invention, active insulation remains tricky to define, but Patagonia's new Nano-Air Ultralight Freeride Midlayer is the category ideal

The 11 Best Women's Ski Jackets of 2026, Tested & Reviewed

From backcountry shells to resort staples (plus a wild bonus) these top ski jackets were tested in nearly every winter condition imaginable

Q&A: Gorpcore Queen Sabrina Bloedorn on Influencing, Outerwear Education & Styling

The Canadian creative with an audience of 300k+ shares real views on influencing, what makes gear good, and how to make it look even better

Everything You Need to Know About the Giant, Ugly Duck That's Saving Your Down Gear

The Kardashians, Bay Area tech bros, and tariffs are helping make goose down scarce. And this unknown, oversized duck is waddling in to save the day

Norda x gnuhr = gnorda, a Collab of Maxed Out Minimalism for Technical Trails

Two brands known for their use of highly technical materials and innovative designs team up on a 10-piece run that includes footwear and apparel

The 7 Best Ultralight Backpacking Quilts of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Say bye to the bag and stay warm without the weight on your next overnight backpacking adventure with these UL quilts

10 Best Ultralight Tents of 2025, Trail-Tested and Reviewed

Advanced materials and designs make these shelters the lightest around—for more trail time with fewer lbs. on your back

How to Carve a Simple Wood Spoon On Your Next Camping Trip

Forgot your spork? Follow these easy steps to making your own spoon with a classic Case pocketknife. Bag dinner and campfire meals approved!

The 9 Best Ultralight Sleeping Pads for Lightweight Backpacking Adventures

Save precious weight without sacrificing some comfort while camping using these airy and easy-to-transport sleeping pads

These $150 Salomon Trail Running Shoes Got Me Through My First Thru-Hike

When a packing mishap left a writer with her backup shoes for 130 miles of the John Muir Trail, she found out how they held up under a 40-pound pack

Inside Hikerkind, the Outdoor Brand That Wants You To Look Hot While Hiking

The former fashion industry pros behind the brand believe style and performance can come together on the trails

Samaya Is on a Mission to Reclaim Mountaineering's Soul With Beautiful Gear

The young French label crafts ultralight tents and packs for climbers who believe how you reach the top matters just as much as getting there at all

What You Need to Know About Octa Fleece, the Evolution of the Beloved Outdoor Fabric

An inside look at how an eight-tentacled sea creature inspired a fabric innovation that's becoming the hottest material in outdoor apparel design

How to Spot Good Used Gear That Lasts, According to an Expert Buyer

How to find outdoor gear that still has plenty of life left in it, according to an expert in gear and thrifting