The Eagle Creek Packable Backpack is a packable travel daypack that works as a functional backup bag without taking up too much room. It packs into its own pocket and can be carried in a larger ...

The Osprey Daylite is a structured travel daypack that acts as a functional second bag without taking up too much space in a carry-on. It lies flat in a standard 22” carry-on when you don’t need it ...

Ski trips often begin and end with the boot shuffle: carrying heavy, awkward footwear through airports, shuttles, parking lots, and snowy paths. A good ski boot bag makes that process easier by ...

Anyone who has ever walked a mile in ill-fitting, unsupportive, or generally uncomfortable shoes knows how important a quality pair of walking shoes is, especially if you’ll be on your feet all day. A ...

Good camp lighting is one of those things you stop noticing when it's right and can't stop noticing when it's wrong. Too dim and you're squinting at your camp stove at 9pm. Dead by midnight and you're ...

Winter boots have a big job. They need to keep your feet warm and dry through snow, slush, ice, and cold without being so bulky or uncomfortable that you don’t want to wear them. I’ve spent winters in ...

Carabiners may be some of the smallest pieces of climbing gear on your rack, but they do a lot of important work. The UIAA-rated lil’ suckers that connect you to ropes, anchors, belay devices, cams, ...

Camping blankets are not just about staying cozy. They are built for the dirt, mud, spills, and damp conditions that come with spending time outside. Unlike the old sheet or bed comforter many of us ...

The Backbone Trail traces a rollercoaster path across the spine of Southern California’s Santa Monica Mountains, traversing craggy peaks, lush canyons, and grassy ridgelines, often within view of the ...

Can you get away without having a dedicated dog sleeping bag? Maybe. But if your dog gets cold easily, especially if they have a thin or single coat without an insulating undercoat, having a warm, ...