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How to Get in a Kayak From a Dock
Getting out on the water should be a relaxing experience, but for many beginners, the hardest part happens before you even start
August 26, 2026
How to Use Toe Warmers
Heading outdoors in freezing temperatures feels incredibly refreshing until you lose feeling in your extremities. Cold feet can ruin a fantastic winter
August 25, 2026
How To Store Sleeping Bags
Getting back from a thrilling camping trip leaves you with great memories and a massive pile of gear to put away. Taking
August 24, 2026
How to Choose a Backpack
Getting ready for a big outdoor adventure is incredibly exciting, but the gear selection process can quickly feel overwhelming for beginners. One
August 23, 2026
How To Plan A Sustainable Hiking Trip
Nature offers a perfect escape from our daily routines, but our outdoor adventures often leave an unintended mark on the environment. As
August 22, 2026
How to Hang Kayak in Garage
Bringing home a new boat is an exciting moment for any outdoor enthusiast. However, figuring out where to put it can quickly
August 21, 2026
From The Blog Tents
How to Seam Seal a Tent
Waking up in the middle of the night to a puddle of water inside your sleeping area ruins the entire camping experience.
June 7, 2026
How to Repair a Tent Zipper
Picture this: you finally arrive at your campsite, set up your gear, and crawl inside your cozy shelter, only to realize your
June 6, 2026
How to Insulate a Tent for Winter Camping
Winter camping offers stunning snowy landscapes and a peaceful escape from crowded summer trails. However, the biting cold can quickly turn a
June 5, 2026
How to Make a Tarp Tent
Camping brings us closer to nature, but carrying heavy gear can quickly exhaust even the most enthusiastic hikers. If you want to
June 4, 2026
How to Keep Tent Cool in Summer
Planning a camping trip during the warmer months brings excitement, but sweltering nights can quickly ruin the fun. When the sun beats
June 3, 2026
How to Set Up a Tent
Planning your very first camping trip is an exciting milestone. You have your sleeping bag, your favorite trail snacks, and a beautiful
June 2, 2026
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Trail-tested essentials
Camping Gear
Best Backpacks for 2026
From ultralight daypacks to multi-day haulers, we tested 18 bags on real trails.
Camping Gear
Top Tents for Every Season
Three-season, four-season, or bivy — find the shelter that matches your adventure style.
Paddlesports
Kayak & Canoe Buying Guide
Still water, whitewater, or coastal touring — we break down what matters before you buy.
Cycling
Mountain Bike Essentials
Helmets, gloves, hydration, and the tools you’ll actually need when the trail gets rough.
From The Blog Backpacks
How to Choose a Backpack
Getting ready for a big outdoor adventure is incredibly exciting, but the gear selection process can quickly feel overwhelming for beginners. One
August 23, 2026
How to Store Backpacks
Bringing your trusted pack home after a long trip marks the end of a great adventure. You likely feel exhausted, and tossing
August 20, 2026
How To Wash Patagonia Backpack
Your reliable outdoor gear goes through a lot, taking on dirt, sweat, and unpredictable weather on every adventure. Eventually, you will notice
August 19, 2026
How To Clean Fjallraven Backpack
Investing in high-quality outdoor gear means taking proper care of it so it lasts for years of adventure. If you just returned
August 17, 2026
How to Clean Tumi Backpack
Your premium bag deserves exceptional care after accompanying you on countless commutes, flights, and daily adventures. Dirt, coffee spills, and general wear
August 15, 2026
How To Use Backpack With USB Charging Port
Picture this: you are navigating a beautiful forest trail, capturing memories on your smartphone, when a low-battery warning suddenly flashes across the
August 10, 2026
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Caleb Merritt
Gear Writer & Backpacking Specialist
Caleb Merritt holds a B.S. in Environmental Science from James Madison University and spent three years as a wilderness educator in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley before becoming a full-time gear writer.