What is R-Value? Sleeping Pad Ratings Explained Whether you’re backpacking or camping, selecting the proper sleeping pad is essential for a good night’s sleep. Learn about the sleeping pad R-value standard and how it can help you choose the perfect pad for your next trip.
Outdoor Research Women’s Prologue Storm Pants Outdoor Research Women’s Prologue Storm Pants are a lightweight softshell that utilizes waterproof construction to maximize weather protection. Built-in stretch and a standard fit make it an incredibly comfortable alternative to traditional rain pants.
Kahtoola MICROspikes Traction Device Lightweight, functional and convenient, Kahtoola MICROspikes offer versatile traction for everything from casual walking on snowy and icy streets to the performance required for winter trail running or backcountry hiking.
Ultimate Direction All Mountain Vest Pack The Ultimate Direction All Mountain pack is an all-season backpack that offers 30 liters of internal storage, has easy-to-reach harness pockets, and incorporates versatile options for external gear lashing. An included kit enables the pack to comfortably and effectively carry skis.
Tubbs Xplore Women’s Snowshoes Easy-to-use Tubbs Xplore Women’s snowshoes are a great way to start snowshoeing! They are a lightweight, user-friendly answer for the value-conscious user experiencing snowshoeing for the first time.
adidas Outdoor Women’s Xperior Jacket The midweight adidas Outdoor Women’s Xperior Jacket is constructed of cozy softshell fabric that makes it a comfortable everyday midlayer, but it also incorporates venting and an athletic cut that makes it ideal as a cool weather aerobic outerwear piece.
Outdoor Research Women’s Cirque II Pants All-season Outdoor Research Women’s Cirque II Pants offer durability, breathability, weather-resistance, and maneuverability. This versatile combination delivers high performance for winter backpacking, snowshoeing, ski touring, and alpine conditions.
Outdoor Research Men’s Cirque II Pants All-season Outdoor Research Cirque II Pants offer durability, breathability, weather-resistance, and maneuverability. This versatile combination delivers high performance for winter backpacking, snowshoeing, ski touring, and alpine conditions.
Mystery Ranch 2 Day Assault 24 Day Pack The Mystery Ranch 2-Day Assault is an everyday carry pack offering commuter-friendly features and functionality in a highly-durable, utilitarian design. Military-inspired MOLLE straps offer lots of external attachment capability, an adjustable yolk suspension adapts to a range of sizes, and there are storage options for laptops and documents.
MSR Women’s Lightning Ascent Snowshoes MSR Women’s Lightning Ascent snowshoes are built for varied terrains and sustained climbs. The revolutionary 360 Degree Traction Frame lends structure, modularity, and a full perimeter of traction. An innovative binding and crampon system deliver maximum winter performance.
MSR Women’s Revo Ascent Snowshoes MSR Women’s Revo Ascent snowshoes are equipped with maximum traction, lightweight durability, and secure and innovative bindings for challenging conditions and demanding climbs.
Using the Sea to Summit PillowLock Sea to Summit’s PillowLock technology safely secures your Aeros pillow to your sleeping pad for a restful night’s sleep. Gear Specialist Becky demonstrates how to use the adhesive strips included with Sea to Summit pads to set up this useful feature.
How to Use Deuter’s Freerider Pro Ski/Snow Packs Deuter’s Freerider Pro packs offer great flexibility and organization options for winter activities. With carry options for skis, a snowboard, or snowshoes, and tuck-away straps and a removable hipbelt, this pack offers versatility for various cold-weather trips. Gear Specialist Becky walks you through the unique features of these packs.
How to Set Up the Marmot Fortress Tents The Marmot Fortress 3-Season Tents offer all-condition durability for adventurous backpackers can campers. Gear Specialist Troy walks through how to set up these tents for a perfect pitch every time.
How to Use the Fjallraven Kajka Wet and Dry Compartment Fjallraven’s Kajka packs offer a convenient Wet & Dry Compartment that lets you air out wet or damp gear while moving on the trail. Watch Gear Specialist Troy use the handy compartment on a Kajka 85 pack.
How to Adjust the Fjallraven Kajka Backpack Gear Specialist Troy demonstrates how to adjust the suspension system on the Fjallraven Kajka packs for a comfortable fit.
Converting the Fjallraven Kajka Backpack Lid The convertible lid of the Fjallraven Kaijka backpacks can be used as a front chest pack, lumbar pack, or shoulder bag. Gear Specialist Troy walks through how to deploy these options using the Kajka 85 as an example.
MSR Revo Ascent Snowshoes MSR Revo Ascent snowshoes are equipped with maximum traction, lightweight durability, and secure and innovative bindings for challenging conditions and demanding climbs.
MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes MSR Lightning Ascent snowshoes are built for varied terrains and sustained climbs. The revolutionary 360 Degree Traction Frame lends structure, modularity, and a full perimeter of traction. An innovative binding and crampon system deliver maximum winter performance.
How to Adjust the Osprey Volt and Viva Backpacks Get the right fit with the Osprey Volt or Women’s Viva packs. Gear Specialist Troy explains how to adjust these packs for comfortable load hauling all day long.
How to Set Up the NEMO Hornet 2P Tent Set up the NEMO Hornet 2P tent quickly and easily with this helpful video. Gear Specialist Becky walks through the steps to ensure a successful pitch.
How to Use the Mystery Ranch Convertible Daypack Lid Mystery Ranch’s Convertible Daypack Lid provides a supportive suspension even for day hikes from your main camp. Learn how to use the lid as a daypack with Gear Specialist Troy as he walks through the process using the Terraplane as an example.
How to Adjust Deuter’s Kid Comfort Active SL Child Carrier Quickly and easily adjust the Deuter Kid Comfort Active SL Women’s child carrier with this helpful video. In addition to the suspension system adjustment for the wearer, Gear Specialist Becky walks through the steps to secure the safety harness for you little adventurer.
How to Adjust the Granite Gear Blaze 60 Pack The Granite Gear Blaze 60 packs offer backpackers a lot of adjustment options for a perfect fit. Gear Specialist Troy demonstrates how to use those features to comfortably carry your supplies.
How to Set Up the NEMO Dragonfly 2 Person Tent Learn how to pitch the NEMO Dragonfly 2P tent quickly and easily with this helpful video. Gear Specialist Becky walks through the steps to set up this freestanding tent.
How to Set Up the NEMO Dragonfly 1 Person Tent Watch Gear Specialist Becky walk through the pitch for the NEMO Dragonfly 1P tent, which offers a great balance of weight and livability for backpackers. With a centralized hubbed pole and color coding, this freestanding tent is easy to set up.
How to Set Up the MSR Carbon Reflex 3 Tent An ultralight full-coverage shelter for up to three backpackers, the MSR Carbon Reflex 3 tent is a breeze to set up. Watch Gear Specialist Troy walk through the steps to pitch this tent.
How to Set Up the MSR Carbon Reflex 2 Tent Gear Specialist Troy walks through how to set up the MSR Carbon Reflex 2 backpacking tent.
How to Set Up the MSR Carbon Reflex 1 Tent Learn how to quickly and easily pitch the MSR Carbon Reflex 1 backpacking tent. Gear Specialist Troy walks through set up in this helpful video.
Fjallraven Men’s Lada Sweater The iconic and best-selling Fjallraven Men’s Lada Sweater is a lambswool blend sweater with a traditional shawl collar. You can wear this stylish sweater alone on mild days or add it under other layers in colder weather.