gear

We tested MTB hip packs for secure fit, hydration, and easy access on the trail, from slim phone carriers to a five-liter hydration pack.

Tested picks for the best MTB shoes: a grippy flat-pedal default, budget clipless pairs that walk well, and a BOA dial worth the upgrade.

We tested multitools for trail, pocket, and toolbox. Here are the picks worth carrying, from a 21 g keychain knife to a full-size plier tool.

We tested off-road e-bikes for traction, real range, brakes, and fit. Here’s the fat-tire pick we trust on trail and the budget options worth the money.

We brewed on camp stoves and open fires to find the percolator worth packing: honest cup counts, stainless where it matters, and parts that survive.

We tested paddleboarding PFDs for fit, mobility, and flotation. Here are the low-profile vests and belt packs we recommend for SUP.

We tested camping chairs for weight, seat height, and long-sit comfort, from a 2.9-pound backpacking chair to a 400-pound director’s chair.

We tested 12V compressor fridges for car, RV, and camping trips. Our picks cover weekend, family, and tight-space needs, with power and fit advice.

We tested women’s puffer jackets for warmth, fit, and packability. Our top pick handles real winter; the packable pick covers travel and trail days.

We tested puffy blankets for loft, warmth, and how they hold up in the wash — here’s what to buy for a couch, a bed, or a splurge.