Reviews

The Best Thru-Hiking Tents of 2024

The Best Thru-Hiking Tents of 2024

Choosing a tent for your thru-hike is a big deal, but it's also probably the least stressful house shopping experience you'll have in your lifetime. Enjoy it. The best tents...

Dec 4, 2023 : The Editors
Salomon Thundercross Trail Runner Review

Salomon Thundercross Trail Runner Review

This is the second pair of Salmon shoes I’ve reviewed this year, and I’ll say the same thing I said in my last review: I love Salomon running shoes. I...

Dec 1, 2023 : Anne K. Baker
Purple Rain Adventure Skirt Review

Purple Rain Adventure Skirt Review

Several years ago, I read an article in Backpacker Magazine about Anish setting her first speed record on the PCT.  It was an incredible feat but what stuck with me...

Nov 28, 2023 : Lisa Slutsken
Patagonia Endless Run Shorts Review

Patagonia Endless Run Shorts Review

The Endless Run shorts from Patagonia are good a pretty much everything. They are comfortable runners with the pockets to go the distance.

Nov 17, 2023 : Kate Richard
REI Co-op Swiftland H2O Waterproof Jacket Review

REI Co-op Swiftland H2O Waterproof Jacket Review

REI's Swiftland H2O rain jacket is designed for running. Are we crazy for using it while backpacking? Our reviewer finds out.

Nov 8, 2023 : Jim Rahtz
Mountain Laurel Designs Spirit Quilt 38° Review

Mountain Laurel Designs Spirit Quilt 38° Review

Mountain Laurel Designs has been making ultralight synthetic quilts for a long time. Their Spirit Quilt is a classic. How does it hold up?

Nov 1, 2023 : Owen Eigenbrot
Patagonia Storm10 Ultralight Rain Jacket Review

Patagonia Storm10 Ultralight Rain Jacket Review

Looking for a fully-featured ultralight rain jacket? The Patagonia Storm10 delivers with waterproof protection and pockets galore.

Oct 24, 2023 : Ariella Nardizzi
REI Trail 2 Waist Pack Review

REI Trail 2 Waist Pack Review

Looking for a stylish place to stash all your stashables? Check out the REI Trail 2 Waist Pack for a versatile piece to take with you anywhere.

Oct 17, 2023 : Kate Richard
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Unbound 40 Ultralight Backpack Review

Hyperlite Mountain Gear Unbound 40 Ultralight Backpack Review

Even if you haven't noticed, you’ve probably seen more than a few backpacks from Hyperlite Mountain Gear around. Their simple design and subdued black and white color scheme are instantly

Oct 12, 2023 : Owen Eigenbrot
REI Swiftland ½ Zip Run Pullover Review

REI Swiftland ½ Zip Run Pullover Review

The REI Swiftland Pullover is a midlayer designed for cool weather runs. How does it do when you slow down and bring a backpack?

Oct 10, 2023 : Jim Rahtz