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Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus Review
Quick Verdict The Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus is the most capable satellite communicator Garmin has made for hikers, with an improved display and
COROS VERTIX 2S Smartwatch Review
I’ve been a GPS sports watch enthusiast for a few years now, having adopted the tech before a series of unconventional, navigation-heavy thru-hikes
Garmin Enduro 3 Review | Unmatched Battery for Thru-Hikers, But Is It Worth $900?
Quick Verdict The Garmin Enduro 3 is the battery-life king for thru-hikers. If you want the longest GPS runtime possible and you don’t mind paying
NEMO Pulse 20/30 Quilt Review
Nemo Equipment is perhaps best known for its line of lightweight freestanding tents, but over the years, have grown into a wide-ranging outdoor gear
This Tiny Device Can Prolong Your Phone’s Battery Life and Enhance Your Backpacking Trip
Last year, I made a daring move for an ultralight backpacker: I added a piece of gear to my packing list. It wasn’t a decision I made lightly. After
Enlightened Equipment Enigma Quilt Review
Enlightened Equipment is one of the biggest names in ultralight backpacking quilts. In last year’s PCT and AT hiker surveys, they filled the top two
This Is Now the Lightest Backpacking Sleeping Pad on the Market
The new Nemo Tensor Elite sleeping pad is a real contender for best ultralight pad at a scant 8.5 ounces. The Tensor Elite draws obvious
Durston Gear Iceline Trekking Poles Review
The race to design the lightest tent and backpack is hot. The race for the lightest trekking pole? Decidedly not. Most poles are distinguished by
Zpacks Super Nero Ultra 50L Backpack Review
Eleven-ounce pack. Yes, eleven (11) ounces. Okay, maybe you want to add a few accessories or use different straps. Call it a 15-ounce pack with
Superior Wilderness Designs SL40 Ultra Pack Review
I often find myself in need of a framed backpack. While I love my frameless bags, most of the thru-hikes I pursue involve at least a few long water
