Shelter and sleep systems
A practical look at shelter and sleep systems, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Guides and comparisons
A smaller, stronger library of evergreen pages replacing the repetitive legacy article set.
Packs and carrying gear
A practical look at packs and carrying gear, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Clothing and footwear
A practical look at clothing and footwear, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Camp accessories and buying decisions
A practical look at camp accessories and buying decisions, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Tent vs tarp shelter: different use cases
A practical look at tent vs tarp shelter: different use cases, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Freestanding vs trekking-pole tents
A practical look at freestanding vs trekking-pole tents, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Down vs synthetic sleeping bags
A practical look at down vs synthetic sleeping bags, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Sleeping bag vs quilt
A practical look at sleeping bag vs quilt, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Foam vs inflatable sleeping pads
A practical look at foam vs inflatable sleeping pads, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Backpack frame types explained
A practical look at backpack frame types explained, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Daypack vs overnight backpack
A practical look at daypack vs overnight backpack, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Roll-top vs zippered backpacks
A practical look at roll-top vs zippered backpacks, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Hiking boots vs trail shoes
A practical look at hiking boots vs trail shoes, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Waterproof vs breathable footwear tradeoffs
A practical look at waterproof vs breathable footwear tradeoffs, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Rain jacket vs poncho
A practical look at rain jacket vs poncho, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Softshell vs hardshell jackets
A practical look at softshell vs hardshell jackets, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Fleece vs synthetic insulated midlayers
A practical look at fleece vs synthetic insulated midlayers, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Trekking poles vs hiking without poles
A practical look at trekking poles vs hiking without poles, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Headlamp vs handheld flashlight
A practical look at headlamp vs handheld flashlight, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Water bottle vs hydration reservoir
A practical look at water bottle vs hydration reservoir, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Water filter vs purifier terminology
A practical look at water filter vs purifier terminology, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Camp chair vs sit pad
A practical look at camp chair vs sit pad, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Stuff sacks vs packing cubes for outdoor gear
A practical look at stuff sacks vs packing cubes for outdoor gear, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Repair kits and spare parts for ordinary trips
A practical look at repair kits and spare parts for ordinary trips, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Gear weight vs durability: avoiding extremes
A practical look at gear weight vs durability: avoiding extremes, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Buying used outdoor gear: what to inspect
A practical look at buying used outdoor gear: what to inspect, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →Renting vs buying occasional-use outdoor gear
A practical look at renting vs buying occasional-use outdoor gear, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
Read →An outdoor-gear selection checklist
A practical look at an outdoor-gear selection checklist, with attention to trip type, weather and fit.
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