Results for 'Ultralight'

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

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

The Ultimate Hiker's Guide to the Tour du Mont Blanc Trail, From Experience

Everything you need to know to take on the epic route through France, Italy, and Switzerland, including what to pack and where to sleep along the way

American Outdoor Brand Guide: The Most Influential Outdoor Brands from Each State

Every state has its own "claim to fame" outdoor company—we compiled the top brand from all 50

Is Hyperlite Mountain Gear's New Freestanding Tent Worth the $950 Price Tag? (Yes)

Testing the all-new freestanding design proves it's easy to pitch, breaks down in seconds, and looks damn good, too

The 9 Best GPS Watches for Hiking, Cycling, and Everyday Wear

Our team of gear testers took these GPS smartwatches for months of testing in Southern Oregon to determine which is best for a range of users

The Best Men’s Hiking Pants for Casual Adventures & All-Weather Activities

For two months we tested each pair of hiking pants for durability, comfort, and function—and of course, style—with our top picks balancing all

Gozney's Tread Pizza Oven Brings 5-Star Cooking to the Campsite (and Beyond)

Gozney calls the new Tread "the world's most portable pizza oven." So we hauled it up a mountain in Upstate New York to see if it's true

Merrell Moab 3 Mid Review: A Waterproof Hiking Boot Worthy of Its Name

Our gear reviewer puts 25 years of hiking experience to work in testing the "Mother of All Boots" across a range of trails and terrain in Colorado

Bedrock Sandals x Pa’lante Collab Introduces Hiker Trash Louboutins for the UL Set

The two darlings of ultralight backpacking have teamed up to release a limited-edition side bag and sandal collab for hiking, fishing, and so on

The 9 Best Double Sleeping Bags for More Comfy Couples Camping

These full-featured, two-person sleeping bags make spending the night in nature as comfortable—and cuddle friendly—as at home

Alpaca vs Merino: An Outdoor Nerd Guide to All-Natural Performance Fabrics

While both are touted for their performance capabilities, there are some key differences between alpaca and merino fiber to consider.

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

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 10 Best Hiking Sandals for Men, Tested & Approved

Whether preparing for a backpacking adventure or just a day hike, these tested and approved sandals have you covered

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