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Hiking, Backpacking & Camping
Best Backpacking Backpacks for Women of 2024
Our backcountry experts have been testing the best women's backpacking backpacks side by side since 2017. This review...
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...
Best Hiking Gear of 2024
After years of playing in the outdoors and getting our hands on a wide variety of gear, we have had the chance to...Men's Clothing
Best Down Jackets for Men of 2024
Searching for the best down and puffy jackets? Since 2010, we've tested more than 75 down coats to bring you these 16...
Best Rain Jackets for Men of 2024
Over the last 10 years, we've tested over close to 60 of the best rain jackets designed for men. This review features...
Best Insulated Jackets of 2024
Looking for a synthetic insulating layer without the cost and maintenance of down? We have tested over 60 of the best...Women's Clothing
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...
Best Running Shorts for Women of 2024
Our team of lady runners researched over 40 pairs of the best women's running shorts before buying and rigorously...
Best Sun Protection Shirts for Women of 2024
On the hunt for a new sun shirt? Since 2018, we've tested over 65 UPF-rated shirts to bring you 19 of the most...Shoes & Boots
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Best Hiking Shoes for Women of 2024
On the hunt for new hiking shoes? In 11 years, we have put 126 pairs of the best hiking shoes through extensive...
10 Best Hiking Shoes of 2024
Are you searching for the best hiking shoes around? We've trail-tested over 330 of the best trail running and hiking...
Best Skate Shoes of 2024
After extensive research on more than 40 popular and high-performing models available today, we bought 6 of the best...Climbing
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 of 2024
Looking for the best climbing chalk to dry out sweaty tips and improve friction? We researched over 30 different...
Best Climbing Harnesses for Women of 2024
Our team of lady rock crushers has tested over 30 of the best climbing harnesses for women since we first started more...Biking
Best Bike Shorts and Bibs of 2024
Yet another season of riding and testing the best bike shorts, and we've added 5 new pairs to our full review of 12...
Best Bike Gear of 2024
We put together our dream team of bike-related products and accessories -- everything we would choose for our perfect...
Best Bike Pumps of 2024
Over the last decade, we've bought and tested 30 of the best bike pumps. The top 11 appear in this review. We tested...Snow Sports
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...
Best Ski Gear of 2024
A successful day on the mountain largely depends on staying warm, dry, and comfortable. Whether you're a beginner...
Best Ski Gloves of 2024
Are you seeking the best ski gloves for your snow adventures? We have tested 74 pairs in the last eleven years. For...Paddling
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...
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...
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 Yoga Mats of 2024
Looking for the perfect yoga mat but don't know where to start? Our yogis have tested over 55 unique yoga mats in the...
Best Exercise Equipment of 2024
No matter where you are in your fitness journey, adding to your personal gym will help you get moving from the comfort...
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
Best Carry On Luggage of 2024
Searching for the best piece of carry on luggage? Since 2013, our travel experts have bought and tested over 50...
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...![the ultimate travel packing list for [year] best travel packing list](https://d1nymbkeomeoqg.cloudfront.net/photos/28/11/402615_346_M2.jpg)
The Ultimate Travel Packing List for 2024
Planning your next getaway and wondering what you need to pack for your travels? Our expert travel gear editors have...Recent Gear Reviews
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Manduka PRO Review
It is hard to find a more durable, stable, and comfortable yoga mat than the Manduka PRO. We talked with teachers who...
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Lululemon The Mat Review
Lululemon The Mat is a "jack of all trades" yoga mat; it offers a well-balanced performance that's versatile for any...
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Lululemon Align High Rise Review
Whether you wake each morning to salute the sun or dress up your favorite yoga pants for a coffee date with friends...
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ColorfulKoala High Waisted Brushed Review
We love to move in the ColorfulKoala High-Waisted Brushed. Following the breath into any pose, these pants are light...
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Core Home Fitness Adjustable Set Review
The Core Home Fitness Adjustable Set earned a place among our favorite dumbbell options and proved to be one of the...
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Titan Fitness Loadable Olympic Handles Review
The Titan Loadable Handles are a special-use dumbbell that we recommend for specific people. If you're looking for...GearLab Learning Center
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