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Led by one of the outdoors' biggest retailers, some manufacturers may soon ditch women's and men's sleeping bags for nonbinary ones made to fit a wide variety of bodies
I鈥檒l level with you, dear reader: while I don鈥檛 trust gear reviews that don鈥檛 name at least a few cons, the only con here is the hefty price
Our picks for Outdoor Retailer Gear of the Show flip old ideas on their heads
These bags and pads will keep you warm and promote healthy sleep without weighing down your pack
The comfiest base-camp bedding
The best gear for staying comfortable and climbing on North America鈥檚 tallest mountain
Now is one of the best times of the year to save on camping essentials
Sitka鈥檚 versatile new Aerolite 30 isn鈥檛 just warm when wet, it鈥檒l help dry your other layers, too
Drifting off under the stars has never been this easy
We asked a gear consignment pro how to save money and still sleep well outside
Tim Fish talks about gaining design inspiration from unexpected places
Comfortable, technical, light鈥攕leep systems for every season
The retail giant wants to increase participation and diversity in the outdoors by lowering the cost barrier
If you've done everything in your power to salvage it, and it's still not working like it used to, maybe it's time for something new
The gear and knowledge you need to stay comfortable overnight in the snow
I love it dearly, but it's not something I ever would have spent my own money on
Gently used apparel and a new upcycled line are available at the Boulder storefront
Jenny Jurek, a former Patagonia designer, knows a thing or two about how to modify gear for your little ones without spending a fortune
Rated for arctic conditions, here鈥檚 how it holds up in frigid work environs
You're not going to want to do this at home
Keep your gear compact and safe with these handy haulers
An ideal quilt for summer and fall in the Mountain West
Everything you need to know to sleep comfortably when it's cold out
New two-person sleep systems are lighter, plusher, and more affordable
We cover the necessities, plus a few extras and friendly pointers
Sleep so magnificent, you鈥檒l be turning in early
Step one: don't break it. But if you do...
Our beloved puffy took on a very different look at Milan's Fashion Week
The brand's new Azura and Kyan sleeping bags feature a new fill that's supposedly as lightweight and compressible as down
The leisure-focused gear company is liquidating all assets after seven years in business
The Enlightened Equipment Revelation quilt offers the most customizable鈥攁nd comfortable鈥攏ight of sleep you can get
Our most skeptical tester on the products that changed her mind
10 testers. 20 sleeping bags. 6 months. Here are the results.
From camping equipment and running shoes to apparel and accessories, we get to test it all. Here鈥檚 what鈥檚 on our editors鈥 desks today.
With 700-fill down and a rating to 23 degrees Fahrenheit, this bag is ready for a lifetime of adventures
The UberLite pad and Vesper quilt weigh just 23.8 ounces
Do you really need a bag designed for women? It comes down to your height and sleeping body temperature.
A budget-friendly list of the gear you should鈥攁nd definitely shouldn't鈥攕ave money on
The simple silk cocoon is a key piece of four-season gear
We got our hands on the first in-house gear from the Utah-based e-retailer.
Give your wallet a break for just a slight weight penalty
Sack out in something snug, breathable, and packable
Twenty-two years after its founding, the e-retailer will start making in-house outdoor apparel and gear, as well as collaborating with a few select brands, like Flylow and Black Diamond, on co-branded product
Including how to get that coveted wet-dog smell
Eleven companies making apparel and equipment just the way you like it
We dive deep into the outdoor industry's premium insulation to help you buy鈥攁nd care for鈥攜our next puffy
Enjoying a night in a tent shouldn鈥檛 be a challenge
Here's some key equipment and planning advice from a first-timer who just completed the Appalachian Trail
The simple silk cocoon is a key piece of gear when the temperature starts to drop
Keep an eye out for these companies making some our favorite new gear
Quietly, is the short answer. Or as loud as you want, if you're way out in the middle of nowhere.
Sacks for a comfortable night鈥檚 sleep, wherever you lay your head.
Five affordable options for when you鈥檙e not worried about size and weight
Turn your garage clutter into cash
Patagonia nailed the details on their first sleeping bag, from the bivy-friendly front zipper to the roomy footbox and ethically sourced down.
The wireless Rumpl Puffe- wants to warm up your next camping trip
Filson made a sleeping bag, and we want it
The best, most creative, time-saving ways to fit (and organize) all your gear into a tiny apartment
Your sleeping bag is arguably your most important piece of backcountry gear.
5 tips to simplify the process
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The Bikepacking Essentials of 2015
The rising cost of down is spurring insulation alternatives that will have us all sleeping soundly.
We've come a long way from the days of instant coffee and card games by flashlight.
These products aren't messing around.
Down versus synthetic in a head-to-head test
The pro traveler needs cutting-edge survival gear as he explorers the farthest reaches of the planet. And his favorite place to play might surprise you. (Hint: It鈥檚 in the Midwest.)
Lightweight, durable, and comfy, this gear finds its way into Chris Solomon's pack every time he heads out the front door.
It's a long weekend, perfect for that family wilderness getaway you've been dreaming about.
Two years ago, Filipe Leite turned his ponies south on a journey from Canada to Brazil. Ten thousand miles later, he's almost home after facing drug traffickers, grizzlies, and mad bulls on an epic transcontinental trip.
For the sake of your spine and your sanity, heed these rules
The roomiest, sturdiest, and most stylish hanging nests of the year
These new bags will replace two or more piece of gear in your pack and in your closet
It鈥檚 hard to reimagine the sleeping bag, which is why we鈥檙e so impressed with the new Backcountry Bed.