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25,648 reviews
Vasque Summit GTX
A well made, good looking yet tough boot that will see you through anything subalpine you wish to put it through. Once broken in, becomes a…
Trailspace Trail Runner Cap
Lightweight, breathable, and offers good coverage. Before receiving this hat, I was using a cotton based visor that I typically paired with…
reviewed by mangus7175
October 9, 2012
GoLite Eden 1
This is a good, tough, single wall solo tent. I've been using this tent for a while now, in 3-season weather, which includes a lot of rain,…
reviewed by Bkuti
October 7, 2012
Trangia Mini Trangia
Simple, reliable, and fuel is a renewable resource. When I started planning my backpacking needs, stoves terrified me. As ten-year old I had…
Marmot Swallow 2P
When they say it's a Rolls Royce, it is. You may shave pounds with another tent, but you'll give up SO MUCH MORE. I got this for not having…
reviewed by Sanskrit
September 21, 2012
Colonial Knife Tucks
At 25 dollars this knife is a bargain. Quality product with no bells and whistles, just a good sharp blade that is easy to maintain and some…
reviewed by Jake W
September 12, 2012
Warbonnet Blackbird Double Layer 1.7
Great camping hammock! Very comfortable. Doesn't come with a tarp but you can purchase one separately. Set up for the Blackbird is pretty simple.
Mountain Hardwear Lightpath 3
Too small for three, roomy for two, good space-to-weight ratio, reasonable quality. A good choice if the price is right and you don't mind a…
reviewed by BigRed
August 10, 2012
Stansport Star-Lite 2
Low cost mesh covered, bathtub bottom, 2-man tent with fly. Same design as the Kelty Salida 2 but bigger, and only weighs one pound more. After…
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
The Sawyer PointOne Squeeze Water Filter System is taking the hiking world by storm as more and more hikers are beginning to realize that for…
reviewed by abela
July 18, 2012
Lifeline Alum Sport Utility Shovel
The Lifeline Sport utility shovel may be sold at places like Fred Meyer and WalMart, but don’t let its cheap price fool you. This is an excellent…
reviewed by BackcountryJoe
July 17, 2012
GoLite Jam 50L
This is a great entry level pack for those who are thinking or planning on entering the world of Ultralight/Lightweight Backpacking. The 2012…
reviewed by mangus7175
July 9, 2012
Hennessy Hammock Explorer Ultralight Asym
Just about everything is perfect with this hammock. A comfortable night's sleep is only 3 minutes of set-up time away. Okay so I'm just going…
CamelBak M.U.L.E. NV
I have owned many daypacks and this is it... I love this pack! Great creature comforts as far as straps go, buckles, compression, pockets etc.
reviewed by wildepirate
June 11, 2012
Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP
Ok, this stuff is the deal. This stuff was invented by a North Idaho forest fire fighter. That's where I was and what I was doing when I discovered…
reviewed by FromSagetoSnow
June 4, 2012
Hilleberg Nallo 3
Great lightweight, versatile, four-season tent. It has good room for two and some gear in the vestibule. I bought this tent in 2003. It has…
Vasque Bitterroot GTX
These boots are leather and Goretex, so they can run a little warm, but not as bad as some boots. After using them for about a month and two…
reviewed by Wolfman
May 19, 2012
Marmot Limelight 4P
Best 4 Person Tent. Hands Down! - Form, Fit and Function BACKGROUND: Been searching for 4-6 person tents here in HK and I was so disappointed…
reviewed by Elmer
April 20, 2012
Big Agnes Q-Core
Very comfortable, very warm. Lighter than any self inflating pad, heavier than most air pads. I used the long/wide Big Agnes Q-Core pad on an…
MSR WindPro II
User friendly, super light and compact, easy to use stove with moderate ability to adjust burn (simmer verses boil only). Neat little stove…
reviewed by DDWilliams
March 12, 2012
Exped Air Pillow
This is a great, lightweight pillow. My sleeping experience has been upgraded. I had been using a stuff sack full packed with clothes for my…
MSR Carbon Reflex 2
i've had this tent for almost four years and have used it all over the place. recently spent 8 night camping on the north shore of oahu. it…
Trangia 27-5 UL
Cheap, quiet, very light. Photo: Non-Stick Trangia for Two People in Action I have two Trangias, one is the Mini which I use just for myself,…
reviewed by peter1955
March 1, 2012
Woolrich Oakway Polartec Jacket
As this Woolrich jacket is discontinued, I will mostly focus on the Polartec fabric and some general pros and cons to consider when buying a…
reviewed by XterroBrando
February 20, 2012
SmartWool Midweight Funnel Zip
This midweight zip top, made from SmartWool's NTS (next to skin) 250 g/sq m merino wool, can be used for days without building a noticeable…
reviewed by pillowthread
February 23, 2012
VauDe Hogan Ultralight
This was almost my sole accommodation for a 12,000 mile, 4-month scooter trip on a wiggly route from the UK to Mongolia. I experienced every…
Arc'teryx Arrakis 40
I’ve used this pack while hiking and winter mountaineering for nearly 3 seasons now and find it to be a very solid, comfortable and functional…
Galibier Super Guide
The Galibier boots are still made but nowadays they are all stamped in the upper leather with the label "Parachoc." They are still made in France…
Sawyer Complete Water Filtration System 2 Liter
Alright, I'll preface this by saying that I work for Bass Pro Shops and was given this filter (and a replacement filter) for free by a representative…
reviewed by IanJRider
November 1, 2011
Magellan eXplorist 610
I have owned the Magellan Explorist 610 since August of this year. I must say the pros are many and the cons few. Pros: The user interface…
reviewed by soleful2001
October 25, 2011
SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger
I was gifted a SPOT GPS messenger by the lovely people here at Trailspace about a year ago. Now that my subscription is about up I wanted to…
reviewed by GhostCard
October 23, 2011
Black Diamond Stormtrack
I bought this tent for hiking in demanding Scandinavian mountain conditions. I have used it for weekend trips with up to two adults. Although…
Exped SynMat 9 Pump DLX
Pros Big Thick Not very slippery Did I say thick? Not real heavy (by my standards, but not a UL pad) Cons Big (maybe too wide) Weight (though…
reviewed by Wolfman
October 8, 2011
Appy Trails Mark V
My husband and I have used our Mark V now on three trips and will use it again next week at Glacier. It is a single wall backpacking tent. It…
reviewed by Middle aged campers
June 25, 2011
Black Diamond Ultra Distance
Summary Designed with the long distance thru-hiker, fast-packing ultra-lighter, or trail runner in mind, the Black Diamond Ultra Distance trekking…
reviewed by trouthunter
June 8, 2011
Outdoor Research Radar Pocket Cap
Size-Large Color-Khaki I have two of these wonderful hats. I personally cannot rave enough about them. I have worn them in very warm temps (95+)…
reviewed by Rick-Pittsburgh
April 6, 2011
Gregory Baltoro 65
This is a load-hauler for a backpack of this size. It has proved to be not only comfortable but also very durable. Plethora of features is nice.
reviewed by leadbelly2550
March 31, 2011
MSR SimmerLite
For a small, light, liquid fuel stove I am very happy with this piece of camp equipment. It is Most compact of many brands I was considering.
reviewed by Callahan
March 14, 2011
Kelty Trekker 3900
Well, I just joined Trailspace and saw that no one has reviewed the K3900. I’ve had this pack for several years now and it’s the only pack…
reviewed by Patman
March 3, 2011
Big Agnes Seedhouse SL1
Overall, I am very pleased with this tent. It's the lightest tent I've owned and it packs really small. I've even got it packed down with a…
reviewed by cajuncyclr
January 28, 2011
The North Face Double Headed Toad 44 BX
I backpack short mileage for 3-4 day trips with my wife and two girls, 7 and 9 years old. After a few trips with two 3-person tents, I decided…
Starbucks VIA Ready Brew
I am a coffee snob. If you've ever had instant coffee, forget that traumatic experience; this stuff is actually pretty good. Perfect for camping…
Kelty Coyote 4750
I bought this pack in early 2010, I forget when exactly, I bought it to replace my old ALICE pack I had been using. I was on a budget, so when…
reviewed by TheRambler
November 15, 2010
Osprey Aether 85
I never take the time to write a review, matter of fact this is the first time. I used the reviews on this site and others to help point me…
LightHeart Gear Solo
This is a great double wall tent. I have used other tents like the MSR Hubba Hubba that weighed way too much. Over the past few years I have…
Guyot Designs MicroBites
I already own the standard sized version or this set, but for solo trips I thought this would be a better choice. I figured correctly. Total…
reviewed by XterroBrando
October 17, 2010
Hennessy Hammock Ultralight Backpacker Asym
I purchased this hammock for my 2008 Southbound thru hike on the Appalachian Trail. I liked the price. Not sure what to expect but in hindsight…
reviewed by Bearwalker
September 16, 2010
La Sportiva Trango S Evo GTX
This is the greatest overall boot I've found in 30 years of climbing. It is amazingly light and comfortable (no blisters out of the box) yet…
reviewed by Scoop Newsworthy
September 8, 2010
Black Diamond Firstlight
A tent has a clear primary job—keeping you dry. The Firstlight fails miserably at this job. BD describes the fabric as “water resistant”…
reviewed by jmmorford
August 16, 2010
Keen Pyrenees
I purchased these boot to replace a very worn out pair of Merrell low top hikers. I was looking for something a bit tougher, though it didn’t…
reviewed by JimDoss
August 12, 2010
NEMO Meta 2P
I have the Meta 2P. I recieved it on July 27th, and have slept in it every night since then. I LOVE this tent, it is by far the best tent I…
reviewed by TheRambler
August 1, 2010
Therm-a-Rest ProLite 4
I have both the ProLite 4 long (for winter use) and the ProLite 3 shorter version for summer/all around. Obviously I like the pads enough to…
Eureka! Apex 2
I've had this tent for 5 years now and though I don't use it every weekend, it's seen a lot of ups and downs with plenty of rain and wind. I'm…
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir
Bought this expensive pad to help me sleep, as I don't sleep well on the trail. The pad took longer than I expected to blow up and was a chore…
Optimus Svea
This stove model debuted in 1955, so it isn't 100 years old, despite what you read on the web. People like to obsess over gear weight, but do…
Primus OmniFuel
I purchased the Omnifuel hoping to get a bullet proof stove for the backcountry. I was not disappointed. On the first trip I used it I brought…
reviewed by Chris C
July 13, 2010
MSR HyperFlow Microfilter
Under ideal conditions - i.e. practicing with it using my tap water - it did work great. Very fast, easy to pump, lightweight, the back flushing…
MSR E-Wing
I recently purchased an MSR E-Wing Shelter/Tarp and couldn't be happier with it! I trawled the internet searching for some information and a…
Osprey Hydraform 2 Liter Reservoir
I purchased this bladder for my wildlife research job that requires long hikes every day in the canyonlands of Utah. Ten times better than any…
The North Face Rock 22
Bought this tent 2 years ago. My wife and I (and sometimes our small dog) have used it about 20 times since, for hiking, canoeing, and even…
Eureka! Alpenlite XT
AAA+ An October 2009 backpack/deer hunting trip found this tent loaded in my pack. A bit of concern with 7lbs of weight to take back in over…
The North Face VE 25
This tent is like the shark, crocodile and turtle all rolled into one. So perfectly evolved the TNF has been making it for 20 years or something.
REI Flash 65 Pack
I have put a couple hundred miles on this pack in the north Georgia mountains. This pack has compression straps in all the right places making…
reviewed by Keith M
February 14, 2010
Black Diamond Orbit
Here's my review of Black Diamond's Orbit lantern:
Enjoy!
reviewed by Arson
February 1, 2010
Eureka! Alpenlite XT
The only gear Eureka! does a half-assed job on is its tents. The Alpenlite 2XT saved my life on the Emmons glacier on Mt Rainier in 2002. A…
Eureka! Mountain Pass 2XTE
A great entry level tent if you are going to split the load with a hiking companion. If you are carrying this yourself look elsewhere. There…
reviewed by Rick-Pittsburgh
November 23, 2009
MSR E-Wing
When a buddy of mine first bought an E-Wing I laughed in his face. "Who needs a tarp? Just wear a rain coat." That's what I said. Well the next…
reviewed by mluna785
October 22, 2009
La Sportiva Trango Prime
I am a lifetime La Sportiva loyalist, however, the Trango Prime fell short on performance in my opinion. This spring on an attempt on the Liberty…
Jacks 'R' Better No Sniveller Quilt
To begin, the No Sniveller is a true multi-use piece of gear. Weighing in at only 21 ounces, it lofts to about 2.5 inches of 800 fill down insulation.
REI Kingdom 6 Tent
Great tent! Summary: Unique options for using the fly (folded half back over one "room", or folded half way up for shade/rain protection with…
Jacks 'R' Better Bear Mountain Bridge Hammock
-By far the most comfortable night's sleep I have ever gotten while camping -Totally flat sleeping -High-quality construction -Very easy setup…
Hilleberg Staika
To put it in simple terms, this is the best tent I've ever seen for our needs. I have looked throughout the world at tent offerings, following…
reviewed by Miles2go
March 9, 2009
Trangia Mini Trangia
I have just completed a 12 month review of the Trangia 28. 4 seasons of use and approximately 103 days in the field. I cook both conventional…
Primus OmniFuel
You will amaze your friends with how quickly it boils water, although you may not be able to hear their "oohs" and "aahs" over the burner roar.
Primus Litech Trek Kettle
This set is great for the money. It weighs about half of a pound, and has a very strong non-stick coating. It is very small, and just enough…
reviewed by drytinder
November 7, 2008
MSR Mutha Hubba
So I just got this tent the day I was going on a trip and pretty much tested it in every Canadian summer condition. I usually steer towards…
The North Face Tadpole 23
I bought my Tadpole in 1994. It's the only piece of my travelling kit remaining from then. I've cycle toured in S.E. Asia extensively, France,…
Primus OmniFuel
The best stove to-date. This little puppy ignited first time immediately. Even when playing around adjusting the flame and the flame went out,…
Tarptent Rainshadow 2
Weighing in at just two and a half pounds and offering 50 square feet of very livable space, the Tarptent Rainshadow 2 by Henry Shires is a…
reviewed by Dave MacLeay
October 23, 2007
Princeton Tec Apex
Eight people used the Apex on an expedition to Papua New Guinea to explore remote caves. Upon receipt of the headlamps several of them were…
Western Mountaineering Caribou MF
What can I say about Western Mountaineering, I first heard about these products through an online talk group and I must say I'm impressed. To…
Exped DownMat 7
Last September we were headed to the Canadian Rockies for some hut-to-hut hiking. I don’t sleep well, not even at home. Finding items to assist…
Granite Gear Long Howl
This is the best dog pack that money can buy. Granite Gear in my opinion makes the very best dog packs. I used the Alpha pack for my dog when…
reviewed by Guide_You_Outdoors
May 21, 2013
CiloGear 60L Worksack
Great climbing pack for long climbing trips. Carries very well and its modular design allows it to be used for nearly all aspects of a big trip.
Arc'teryx Acto MX Hoody
Go-to jacket for almost all activities in the colder months. Layers well and is great to use alone. A hidden gem in the Arc'teryx clothing line.
GSI Halulite Minimalist Cookset
Great for 1 person, good for 2 people, this pot handles both your dinner and your morning coffee while being extremely light and durable. Fits…
reviewed by volfied
May 14, 2013
FlyWeight Designs FlytePacker Packraft
The Flytepacker raft by Flyweight Designs is a great lightweight stillwater rafting option for mountain lake fishing. The $299 price tag and…
reviewed by TrailforTwo
May 14, 2013
ShearBan
Eliminates friction (and blisters!) in boots and shoes. Easy to apply. I'll try to keep this short. A few years ago, I got frostbite on my big…
reviewed by peter1955
May 13, 2013
GSI N-Form Pot Gripper
GSI Outdoors solves the problem they created by only including one pot gripper with their cooksets, and introduces this ala-carte accessory…
reviewed by HornRimmedHiker
May 12, 2013
The North Face Manta Ray 33
You may not be able to fit three people in this "hammerhead" style, T-shaped tent, but you will comfortably fit two plus gear in the roomy interior…
reviewed by HornRimmedHiker
May 11, 2013
The North Face Sputnik 2
TNF offers one of their better attempts at a true 2-person tent with a ample interior but neglects to leave sufficient room for gear in two…
reviewed by HornRimmedHiker
May 11, 2013
Celestron TrekGuide
Inexpensive curiosity, excellent gadget on the field! Reliable readings make this device an excellent option at a bargain. Altimeter w/forecast,…
reviewed by Munro Baggs
May 10, 2013
Merrell Moab Ventilator
Great lightweight shoe for short mid-range trips. I was very pleased with these shoes right out of the gate. I wore them in comparison to several…
reviewed by JaredParmenter
May 10, 2013
Mountainsmith Parallax Pro Camera Pack
A large and versatile daypack primarily designed for carrying and organizing camera gear. This is a great pack, but heavy, and not designed…
Zelph's Stoveworks SS Starlyte Ultralyte
This alcohol stove is Ultralight, safe, simple, no parts to fail, fuel efficient and can be used in freezing cold temperatures and altitude.
reviewed by Vegas Hiker Chik
May 9, 2013
Primus AluTech Trek Kettle - 1.0L
I finally found my go-to cook pot and it didn't break the bank! I have coveted the MSR Titan Cook Pot for several years, yet could never bring…
reviewed by Linda Navroth
May 6, 2013
Wild Ideas Bearikade Expedition MKII
This is a review of the Bearikade Expedition MKII model by Wild Ideas. As bear cans go (especially for one of this capacity) it's lightweight.
reviewed by bheiser1
May 5, 2013
Leki Summit AS AERGON
There is almost nothing to recommend about these poles, but rather many reasons to look elsewhere. I recently purchased the Leki Aergon Summit…
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