Gear guides

We put the newest portable shower designs to the test because rinsing off after a long day outdoors can make roughing it feel a little less... rough

Our guide to the best compact, stashable backpacks for travel and every day use that you probably never even knew you needed

Saunas deliver real physical and mental health benefits. But not all are equal. Here, we share our top picks, pro tips, and which brands to trust

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

A complete guide to packing for a multi-day wilderness adventure, product recs included

Tested over hundreds of miles and different types of terrain from Utah to Wyoming, these hiking sandals can handle it all

Take gear from Point A to Point B with ease with these folding wagons, which make for easy storage and transportation as well

From picnics to day hikes, these backpack coolers make it easy to enjoy your favorite foods and refreshments in the great outdoors

With larger negatives, medium format film cameras produce images that have more detail, dynamic range, and depth

Sleeping inside or next to your car makes camping a cinch, and these thick, supportive mattresses bring the comfort of home to anywhere you can park

From alpine summits to frigid cities and everything in between, these down jackets are guaranteed to keep you toasty (and to pack away later)

With temperatures on the rise, it's time to invest in UPF clothing—these are our top tested and approved picks for protecting your skin from UV rays