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The Best Packs for Every Trip
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Trailspace's Top 25 Gear Reviewers of 2022
Congratulations to Trailspace's Top 25 Reviewers of 2022! Collectively they adventured thousands of miles on at least four continents and shared 210 gear reviews. As a thank-you, we're sending each a special-edition Deuce of Spades #2 trowel courtesy of TheTentLab and a Trailspace hat or neck gaiter by Headsweats.

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How to Build a Community Gear Lending Library
If folks in your community lack the gear to go hiking or camping, consider starting a gear lending library. We got advice from the experts on gearing one up for long-term success.
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Cabela's Bighorn Fly Rod

I got one a month ago and was surprised for what you get for the price. The only thing I changed out was the line with 3wt double taper and seems to really increase… Full Review »
Backpacking BootsOboz Wind River II BDry

This review is for Wind River 2. This review is about fit. I have a long arch, short wide toes, and measure out as a Brannock 12 C (close to a B). Oboz is advertised… Full Review »
DaypacksOsprey Hikelite 26

Best daypack I have ever owned. Lightweight, roomy, durable, and comfortable. I have been using the Osprey Hikelite 26 every day for about three years (about 6000… Full Review »
Trail Running ShoesAltra Timp 2

An amazing shoe for hiking and orienteering with questionable durability. Fit: They are Altra's Standard Footshape Fit, wider than common running shoes, but narrower… Full Review »
Tarps and SheltersKelty Noah's Tarp 16

Years ago, my wife and another couple ran the Green River with a commercial rafting company. I brought this tarp with two poles and during a Colorado cloud burst… Full Review »
Trail Running ShoesSalomon Supercross 4

Incredibly comfortable shoes whether you’re running or hiking the trails. Ready to go straight out of the box with minimal wear-in needed. Due to… Full Review »
Multi-ToolsVictorinox Swiss Army Swiss Champ

A great EDC. It's not a multitool. A great little thing. Beware! It's not a multitool, it's an EDC! This means it's not made for work, so don't expect it to help… Full Review »
Folding KnivesOpinel No. 6 Folding Knife

Everything you need in a folding pocketknife. I have had a size 6 Opinel pocketknife for just about ever which lived in my backpack waist belt pocket until leaving… Full Review »
3-Season Down Sleeping BagsFeathered Friends Swift

Back in 1991, I ordered a "customized" model of the Swift sleeping bag for my very tall son. I ordered it to fit a man who was seven feet tall and 250lbs. He was… Full Review »
Glove LinersUnder Armour Core Liner Gloves

These are nice, lightweight gloves for people who need a lot of dexterity and only a little warmth. They work well in everyday life because of the touchscreen grid,… Full Review »