"Down the rabbit hole" with Lori, Reviewer of the Month
Congratulations to Lori Lindsey of Tennessee, our newest Reviewer of the Month! Lori is a hiker, hammock camper, and photographer, and wins more than $300 worth of gear in thanks for her contributions. Read More »
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Recent Gear Reviews
Kelty Camp Kitchen
by Sheila Bergin Goss September 21, 2019
My husband and I camp together a few weekends each month, and take two week-long trips each September. We have been camping our entire lives, and have used various… Full Review »
Keen Men's Targhee Vent Mid
by BigRed September 20, 2019
All-day comfort for wide feet in a lightweight hiking boot. Still holding up after a year and half and an estimated 350 km / 250 miles of use. Best for hiking in… Full Review »
Wilderness Experience Moonlight Mesh
by Ramseybella September 18, 2019
Large floor space, light for 1978, airy and well vented solid piece of equipment. A bit of a rare bird. Eight body peg points, three guy outs, solid bathtub floor,… Full Review »
ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 1
by stanley kaleta September 14, 2019
The best possible one-man tent on the market regardless of price. Setup easy, no footprint. Stability is fair only due to the two-pole system and must be staked… Full Review »
Inov-8 Mudclaw G 260
by BigRed September 14, 2019
An aggressive, deep-lugged tread and snug fit make the Mudclaw G-260 a prime choice for muddy trails and other soft surfaces. Comfortable enough for all-day runs. Full Review »
REI Half Dome 2 HC
by auburn3556 September 12, 2019
I've had this same tent for over 10 years. It's still the best of all my tents and I love camping in it, especially in cooler weather—nice and cozy! Fast to set… Full Review »
3F Gear Lanshan 2
by Heather Walton September 12, 2019
I bought this tent in April, it arrived in May, but I never got to use it until late May. I left it out in all kinds of weather. I have several review videos (see… Full Review »
Kelty Trekker 65
by JWatson September 12, 2019
I started out with external frame packs in the '80s, joined the internal frame craze in the '90s, and joyfully returned to external frames with this pack about… Full Review »
Kelty Coyote 80
by dgdubya September 11, 2019
A great backpack that is comfortable and roomy. Has multiple points of access and a good range of adjustment. I bought this backpack after a lot of research and… Full Review »
Six Moon Designs Silver Shadow
by LoneStranger September 11, 2019
The SMD Silver Shadow is a trail umbrella designed to protect rain or shine. Light and easy to carry it pops up fast and stows easily. Not very functional for bushwhacking,… Full Review »
BearVault BV450 Solo
by JWatson September 11, 2019
A necessary evil...well, not so much evil as a minor inconvenience. I've been using this one, the BV450, and the BV500 for longer trips, for something like ten… Full Review »
Sea to Summit AlphaLight Long Spoon
by JWatson September 11, 2019
One of my favorite pieces of kit. Everything positive thing that other reviewers have noted still holds true. I've had mine for something like six(?) years now,… Full Review »
REI Half Dome 2 HC
by JWatson September 10, 2019
After more than 10 years of use, I finally feel confident in offering a review on this tent... Ha ha. Purchased new over ten years ago for use with my wife. We… Full Review »
Easton Rimrock 1
by JWatson September 10, 2019
This is an all-around decent solo backpacking tent. I purchased this tent on close-out some four years ago for a lighter option on solo trips. As it was on close-out… Full Review »
The North Face Men's Hydra 26
by Tyler Veinot September 7, 2019
First proper civilian hiking bag. Uses: light hiking/sightseeing, cycling, travel. I am giving it 4 stars because it is that comfortable and fills the bag role… Full Review »
Exped DownMat Lite 5
by John W. September 5, 2019
LOVE this mat! As someone who's had two lumbar, one cervical, and one hip surgery...as well as being a side-sleeper...I don't sleep very well while tent camping. Full Review »
Firebox Gen2 Stainless Firebox Nano Ultralight Stove
by theonecanoe September 2, 2019
The Firebox Nano portable stove is a lightweight folding stove that only requires twigs and small sticks for fuel. When folded, this compact stove fits easily in… Full Review »
Ohuhu Wood Burning Camping Stove
by Tyler Veinot September 2, 2019
The only can stove I bought, so am comparing it to homemade stoves. I bought this with a Solo Camp Stove (I know in my Solo review I said three years ago, but it… Full Review »
Solo Stove Alcohol Burner
by Tyler Veinot September 2, 2019
Bought this to go with my Ohuhu portable wood stove and it works very well with fondue fuel and an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. I used this out on a few hikes… Full Review »
Kestrel 2000
by Vladimir Gorbunov September 2, 2019
This small device brings some advanced weather monitoring capabilities in your trips. It can measure the wind speed, air and water temperature, as well as wind… Full Review »
Topo Athletic Women's Hydroventure 2
by Allison Richardson September 1, 2019
A nice breathable waterproof trail running shoe. I have wide feet. Even shoes that are supposed to have a large toe box result in stubbed toes and blisters between… Full Review »
Helly Hansen Men's Verglas Light Jacket
by Jake W August 30, 2019
The Helly Hansen Verglas Light Jacket is a hybrid soft shell (double weave) and down insulated (800 fill goose down) midlayer meant to bridge the gap between changing… Full Review »
Vargo Triad Multi-Fuel Stove
by SunJu Lee August 29, 2019
Very good for four-season solo or couple backpacking stove. Preheat and fuel recovery somewhat annoying, but it would build up with patience and practice. Preheating… Full Review »
Zpacks Duplex Tent
by Duzzi August 28, 2019
One of the best tents I have ever owned, worth every penny. Ideal for three seasons ultralight backpacking. I used this tent for six backpacking trips in 2019. Full Review »
Esatto Men's Classic Hiker
by Brian Hammer August 25, 2019
I no longer wear any other shoe. I broke my sesamoid and have to wear orthotic inserts. Without the combination of the support of the boot and orthotic I can hike… Full Review »
Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo
by Mike Mineart August 24, 2019
The Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo is a well thought out design that provides a lightweight, roomy, and reasonably priced shelter option for the solo hiker. The latest… Full Review »
Big Agnes SLX Tent Floor Pad
by BigRed August 22, 2019
An extra-wide and cushy insulated air mattress for two in the backpacker weight class. Suitable for three-season use. Long enough for people in the 180 cm+/6 foot+… Full Review »
AlpineAire Foods Chicken Tropicana
by Elliott W August 21, 2019
A tasty, dehydrated offering that succeeds where most others fail. I was very surprised when I saw that some of the AlpineAire offerings received low scores. My… Full Review »
Six Moon Designs Pack Pod
by LoneStranger August 21, 2019
Six Moon Designs Pack Pods are lightweight, rectangular pouches designed to make maximum use of pack space. Zip lid allows easy access to contents for eyes and… Full Review »
EcoVessel The Boulder Insulated
by Go Time! (Jesse Maloney) August 21, 2019
The EcoVessel is a well-designed, insulated container whose features give it a slight edge in a crowded market. The 24 oz "Boulder" holds enough liquid to keep… Full Review »
