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The best backpacking gear you can't buy anymore in 2026
From a super-versatile, super-light trail shoe to a 5-ounce camp chair that you could stuff in your pocket, these are 8 pieces of gear we wish we could still find in stores.
This bag borrows tech from the outdoor and tactical worlds, but it's still svelte and sleek enough for everyday usage.
We met with 30 brands at the 2026 OMA media show to find the best new camping gear. These 4 products from Exped and RUX are ...
As a Chicagoan staring at fresh overnight snow, I’m skeptical—but the REI Member Days Sale is the only proof I need that warmer days are coming. Us ...
This unique bag might be your perfect suitcase match ...
Comfort, durability and a performance come together in one highly technical backpack built to push the boundaries of ...
It’s overbuilt, overengineered, and overqualified for most hikers. But that’s not a bad thing.
Your backpack either looks good or works hard. but Vessel's PrimeX 2.0 does both, writes Paul Liberatore.
Everyone knows that travel can be inherently stressful. No matter how much you look forward to your destination, whether it’s ...
The new Duffel Box replaces traditional zips with a clever roll-top system and a self-standing design ...
Learn how to stay warm during cold nights on the Manaslu Circuit Trek using modern gear, thermal clothing, and smart tools for high-altitude trekking.
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