gear

We hung, ran and recharged battery camping fans through the night to find the ones that last until morning, hang from a tent loop and still charge a phone at dawn.

Eight packable first aid kits compared for camping and hiking, from a waterproof hard-shell mini to a 400-piece basecamp bag.

We tested camping cots and picked the ones worth sleeping on: a suspended top pick, a budget cot that folds open, and a 4.8-pound packer.

Which camping cutting boards hold up to real use vs. marketing hype? Find the best board for car camping, backpacking, or BBQ prep.

We tested stovetop pots, French presses, and folding drippers to find the camping coffee makers that brew well with no outlet in sight.

Which camping cookware sets actually hold up over multiple trips – from ultralight titanium to family stainless steel options.

We tested hard, wheeled, and backpack coolers for camping. These are the ones that hold ice through a weekend, and the ones to skip.

We tested eight folding camp chairs with footrests, from a ten-pound packable lounger to an oversized padded chair, and picked the ones worth owning.

We tested portable camp chairs for campfires, sidelines and backpacking, and picked the ones worth carrying, from a rocker to a one-pound seat.

We tested camp coffee makers on stoves, fires and windy mornings, and picked the kits that brew a good cup with the least fuss and washing up.