gear

We tested camping pillows for side sleepers: the loft, fill, and packed weight that matter, with picks for backpacking, car camping, and tight budgets.

We boiled, poured, and packed five camp kettles to find the best for fire, group size, and pack weight.

We tested camping lanterns for brightness, runtime, and pack size. Here’s what to buy for tent light, family camps, and blackouts.

We tested camping pillows for packed size, comfort and durability. Here’s our pick for camping and backpacking, plus budget and ultralight alternatives.

We compared the leading camping hammocks to find the roomiest, lightest and best-value picks for lounging, backpacking and buggy nights under the trees.

We tested headlamps for camp chores, night hikes and tent reading. Here is what to buy at every budget, and the one we pack first.

We tested propane camping heaters for tents, RVs, and cold camps. Here’s the one to buy first, and the bigger fan-assisted model for large spaces.

We tested camping foods you can make with boiling water or no cooking at all, and picked the ramen, oatmeal, bars and protein worth the pack space.

We tested stainless, titanium and insulated French presses for camp coffee. Here’s which keeps it hot, packs light and brews without grit.

What we pack for a weekend: a filter that makes any stream drinkable, lanterns that light a tent, and the tools that earn their weight.