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Swiftwick Flite XT Trail
by FromSagetoSnow May 16, 2022
Up your socks-game with a set of all-around socks that can be stretched into service for almost any three-season activity. I can wear shirts that don’t wick sweat… Full Review »
Pack PocketsNittany Mountain Works Cordura Ditty Bag
by KiwiKlimber May 15, 2022
This little itty bitty Ditty Bag makes for a useful and sturdy extra pouch for organizing things. Two different sizes and a WIIIIIIIDE spectrum of color options… Full Review »
Trail ShoesAltra Lone Peak Hiker
by Kevin Jones May 14, 2022
Lightweight, comfortable, and durable shoes that are great for the weekend hiker looking to move to more modern hiking footwear I wanted an upgrade from some big… Full Review »
Hiking ShortsOutdoor Research Ferrosi Shorts
by T.J. May 13, 2022
Super comfortable, stretchy shorts that dry fast. Ferrosi fabric is durable but not bomb-proof. I'm a big Outdoor Research fan as much for their gear as their awesome… Full Review »
Meat EntréesStowaway Gourmet Jambalaya with Shrimp
by JWatson May 12, 2022
Fantastic, and a fantastic diversion from the usual freeze-dried fare. Big, easily identifiable chunks of vegetables. Big, whole shrimp. Delicious sauce. Almost… Full Review »
Vegetarian EntréesStowaway Gourmet Chana Masala
by JWatson May 12, 2022
A lovely, creamy break from the usual salt-bombs. Another solid meal from a relatively new company, Stowaway Gourmet's Chana Masala is a pretty darn tasty dish. Full Review »
Meat EntréesStowaway Gourmet Comrade Doeganoff
by JWatson May 12, 2022
Delicious. An excellent freeze-dried meal for one. Wow, a venison freeze-dried meal available in the United States? Sign me up On the strength of previous dehydrated… Full Review »
Three-Season TentsTarptent Aeon Li
by bigskyrunner May 12, 2022
Probably the lightest solo tent on the market, but definitely not light in its performance. I've used this tent for the last three years on numerous backpacking… Full Review »
Top Quilts and BlanketsEnlightened Equipment Convert Custom
by Wolf May 12, 2022
Amazing lightweight versatile bag/quilt. I am going to end up sounding like a promoter of these bags/quilts. I have had many sleeping bags over my lifetime. Synthetic… Full Review »
Three-Season TentsMSR Elixir 1
by Jordan Field May 10, 2022
Very good backpacking tent for 1 person! Very high quality tent, completely waterproof and very easy to set up. It is definitely a one-person tent as there is not… Full Review »
Pots and PansSnow Peak Hybrid Summit Solo Titanium Cookset
by Ramiro Flores May 9, 2022
With the amount of outdoor products, materials, and weight, this can really add up. With such limited space it is important to do the research. Trailspace has become… Full Review »
Three-Season TentsMSR Hubba Hubba NX 2P
by Jason Alto May 9, 2022
Quality tent that I have used for five seasons. Has held up well throughout the time of use with no issues. Highly recommend this tent for three-season use. More… Full Review »
Backpacking BootsHanwag Alaska GTX
by Dave Smith May 7, 2022
You choose boots initially on the fit to your foot. Hanwag fit me, and the uppers are good quality. However, the soles only last seven year before they degrade:… Full Review »
Trail ShoesMerrell Yokota 2
by Steven Sanborn May 5, 2022
A great hiking sneaker for the price ... These are one of the most comfortable trail sneakers I own. I have had them for three years and put about 23 miles on them… Full Review »
Air-Filled Sleeping PadsTherm-a-Rest NeoAir UberLite
by Scott Racop May 5, 2022
Excellent weight, comfort and packed size. Have used on the AT. The UberLite is excellent. It is so light that I was concerned how well it would hold up, but it… Full Review »
Three-Season TentsEureka! Timberline 4
by Bill May 5, 2022
Great tent design but not as durable as the older models. Timberline 4 I'm a huge fan of A-frame Eureka tents, but the modern construction of the standard Timberline… Full Review »
Liquid Fuel StovesOptimus Svea 123
by Gary Bowen May 5, 2022
I've had my SVEA 123 (not R) stove since the early seventies. It's never failed me on a camping trip. Apart from the priming, super easy to use, and it even simmers. Full Review »
PillowsExped Down Pillow
by Michael Brouillette May 5, 2022
Exped Down Pillow—a little comfort goes a long way when on the trail at night. My body has been through Hell and Back and I've suffered a couple of different… Full Review »
Three-Season TentsBig Agnes Scout UL2
by Michael Brouillette May 5, 2022
I was brand new to hiking and everyone kept telling me about going light, so I bought my Big Agnes because it was supposed to be light and roomy. Since I bought… Full Review »
Battery-Powered LanternsLuminAID PackLite Max 2-in-1 Power Lantern
by Michael Brouillette May 5, 2022
I bought my PackLite Max 2-in-1 online from luminAid as a backup power supply for charging up some of my electronic gear as I hiked. It served as a great source… Full Review »
Fuel-Burning LanternsColeman Premium Dual Fuel Lantern
by Bill May 4, 2022
One lantern to rule them all! Don't like propane or constant battery failure? Neither do I. So I bought this lantern. If you enjoy camping with the family frequently,… Full Review »
Three-Season TentsSierra Designs High Route 1
by DAVID K BANKER May 4, 2022
Very light and compact tent. Easy to set up. Very light and compact. Excellent three-season tent for extended backpack trips. It has two vestibules, one with a… Full Review »
Lumbar/Hip PacksMystery Ranch Hip Monkey
by Alicia MacLeay May 4, 2022
Mystery Ranch's Hip Monkey is a roomy, durable, well-made lumbar pack that provides easy access to items on the go. With most of its 8-liter capacity in one large… Full Review »
Waterproof PantsBeyond Clothing ARX 2.0 L6 Rain Pant
by Sean Van Cleve May 4, 2022
Durable and functional, the BEYOND ARX 2.0 L6 Rain Pant is a three-layer expedition-fit hardshell that is best suited for long days in inclement weather. These… Full Review »
Waterproof JacketsBeyond Clothing ARX 2.0 L6 Rain Jacket
by Sean Van Cleve May 4, 2022
This robust expedition-fit rain jacket is not only built to last, but is also designed for hard working functionality in inclement weather. A three-layer rainshell,… Full Review »
Liquid Fuel StovesColeman Feather 442 Dual Fuel Stove
by Bill May 4, 2022
Another great product from Coleman that's unfortunately extinct! Setting it up Another great discontinued American made product from Coleman. I've had this particular… Full Review »
Camp StovesColeman Dual Fuel 2-Burner Stove
by Bill May 2, 2022
Great family camping stove. Reliable in all weather conditions. What's not to love about these great American-made stoves? My family used this stove for about 8… Full Review »
Hammock AccessoriesDutchware Beetle Buckle
by LoneStranger May 2, 2022
The Dutchware Beetle Buckle mounted on the strap of your choice makes for fast and easily adjusted connections to the continuous loops of your gathered end hammock. Full Review »
Hammock AccessoriesDutchware Titanium Dutch Clip
by LoneStranger May 2, 2022
The Dutch Clip functions in place of a carabiner for securing hammock suspensions. Zero moving parts to break and titanium of course to not break the scale. … Full Review »
BreakfastsOvaEasy Whole Egg Crystals
by Waldy April 29, 2022
Will never have to worry about the eggs bag breaking in my pack! When I first saw these several years ago, my first thought was, "more powdered eggs that will taste… Full Review »
