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