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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping

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Best Backpacking Gear of 2024

We've taken the time to list all of our favorite backpacking gear in one place. This dream list has options for any...
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Best Pocket Knives of 2024

Since 2014, we've purchased and tested over 45 of the best pocket knives side-by-side, with 20 models in our latest...


Men's Clothing

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Best Travel Underwear of 2024

We have been buying and testing the best travel underwear for more than four years, and our newest review includes 10...


Women's Clothing

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Best Yoga Pants of 2024

Our team of yogis has tested the best yoga pants since 2015. We selected 19 top models for this update, and several...


Shoes & Boots

Hiking Boots (Men's & Women's), Hiking Shoes (Men's & Women's), Trail Running Shoes (Men's & Women's) or see all in Footwear
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Best Socks for Women of 2024

Looking for comfortable socks to will keep your feet happy? We researched 20+ promising options before choosing the 10...
best running socks review

Best Running Socks of 2024

Our team of runners has bought and tested over 23 high-performance running socks over the last four years. This review...


Climbing

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Best Climbing Gear of 2024

Welcome to the Holy Grail of climbing gear lists! Here you will find our top picks: the gear our climber-testers would...
best climbing chalk review

Best Climbing Chalk of 2024

Looking for the best climbing chalk to dry out sweaty tips and improve friction? We researched over 30 different...


Biking

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Best Bike Trainers of 2024

We've built our quads testing bike trainers for the last seven years, testing 25+ models hands-on. Our update features...
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Best Bike Gear of 2024

We put together our dream team of bike-related products and accessories -- everything we would choose for our perfect...


Snow Sports

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Best Snowboards of 2024

To help you find the perfect board, we've tested over 25 of the best snowboards side by side. This updated review...
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Best Ski Socks of 2024

Looking for the best ski socks? Our ski and snowboard experts have tested dozens over the last 8 years, with 10 in our...
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Best Ski Gear of 2024

A successful day on the mountain largely depends on staying warm, dry, and comfortable. Whether you're a beginner...


Paddling

10 top paddles review

10 Best Paddles of 2024

Are you looking for the best paddle on the market? After researching hundreds of the top adjustable SUP and two-piece...
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Best SUP Paddles of 2024

We've evaluated dozens of SUP paddles over the last 7 years with 13 of the market's top options in this review. Our...
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Best Water Gear of 2024

With the right gear, staying active and enjoying warm, sunny days on the water is easy. Our gear list features only...


Fitness

best exercise bands review

Best Exercise Bands of 2024

Looking to add some resistance to your workouts? After researching over 70 top-rated exercise resistance bands, we...
best running gear review

Best Running Gear of 2024

We have hands-on experience with almost every type of gear you may need as a runner, and even some that you don't (but...


Travel

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Best Travel Backpacks of 2024

In search of the best travel backpack? Our experts have tested over 60 unique packs since 2017 and include the top 15...


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