gear

Find honest budget backpacking sleeping bags under $100: lightweight, packable, and warm at the comfort rating you need for 3-season trips.

We compared full-size wildlife binoculars for reach, field of view, eye relief, and all-day weight to find the best default and the right alternative.

Four camping blankets we tested for wet ground, cold nights, and backpacking weight — and which one to grab for your kind of trip.

Balms, tapes, moleskin and hydrocolloid pads we recommend for stopping hot spots from turning into blisters on the trail.

We tested folding bikes and e-bikes to find the picks worth buying: a trunk-friendly folder, a 450-lb fat-tire e-bike, and a budget 26-inch commuter.

The best bikes for men that survive trails and commutes without constant adjustments or premature failures.

We tested full-size and compact binoculars for birding, hunting, and hiking. Here’s what earns a place in your pack, from pocket pairs to premium glass.

We tested folding tripod and wall-mount workstands to find the most stable, space-saving picks for home bike repairs.

We tested folding multi-tools and workshop kits to find the best bike tool kit for trailside repairs, tight-access fixes, and home maintenance.

We tested eight kid bike trailers to find the ones worth towing: a sturdy two-child default, a premium trailer-stroller, and smart budget picks.