Camping

The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2025

We tested and reviewed the best sleeping pads for backpacking in 2025. Whether you need an ultralight mat or more insulation, we’ve got it.

Written by Chris Carter December 22, 2025

Warmth Meets Wiggle Room: REI Co-op Siesta Hooded 20 Sleeping Bag Review

With room to sprawl, the Siesta Hooded Sleeping Bag packs on plenty of space, without the price tag to match.

Written by Meghan LaHatte December 17, 2025

YETI Roadie 24 Review: YETI Makes a Great Cooler Even Better

We put the YETI Roadie 24 2.0 to the test with real ice, real sun, and real road trips. Here’s how this premium cooler held…

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort December 05, 2025

Dometic Recon Cooler Review: Smart Design With Real-World Usability

The Dometic Recon Hardside 41L cooler delivers sleek design, smart features, and easy usability for everyday adventures.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort December 05, 2025

BOTE Kula 5 Magnepod Review: The Cooler That’s Cooler Than You’d Expect

We tested the Bote Kula 5 cooler for ice retention, portability, and design to see if this $299 bucket cooler lives up to the hype.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort December 04, 2025

The Best Coolers of 2025-2026

We tested the best hard coolers of 2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include Dometic, YETI, RovR, and more!

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort and Miya Tsudome December 02, 2025

Is the ‘World’s Lightest Rooftop Tent’ Just a Ground Tent for Your Roof?

Groenberg’s new WEEKEND tent is ultralight and ultra-affordable.

Written by Mary Andino November 24, 2025

Say the Word, Kill the Lights: COAST ‘EAL35R’ Voice-Controlled Lantern Review

Beyond novelty, COAST’s EAL35R offers loads of convenience at a great price. It’s a stellar lantern, with just a little room to improve.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 18, 2025

The Best 4-Season Tents of 2025

Our experts tested the best 4-season tents of 2025 for every budget and use case. Top picks include Mountain Hardwear, MSR, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Nick Belcaster November 17, 2025

The Best Camping Tents of 2025

We make finding the right camping tent easier for you by bringing you the best camping tents of 2025. Check out our top picks from…

Written by Nick Belcaster and Ryan Baker November 17, 2025

Patio-Sized Vestibule With Stand-Up Ceiling Height: Big Agnes Bunk House Review

The Bunk House 4 is a roomy car camping option for a family on the go.

Written by Aubrey Byron November 07, 2025

Backpacking Stove Is Best of Both Worlds: MSR Switch Review

The MSR Switch Stove System is an integrated ultralight backpacking stove that can cook with an included pot, or any container that’s safe to cook…

Written by Nick LeFort November 06, 2025

Where Most Tents Fail, This Tarp Hunkers Down: SlingFin Cinder Cone Review

From Patagonia to Alaska, the SlingFin Cinder Cone proved itself to be the best version of the mid-style tarp I’ve used so far.

Written by Nick Belcaster November 04, 2025

The Best Gifts for Camping: Gear for the Ultimate Camp Setup

Shopping for the holidays can be overwhelming. So, here’s a guide of our favorite gift ideas for the camper or backpacker in your life, to…

Written by Will Brendza and M.T. Elliott October 31, 2025

Feathered Friends Swallow UL 20 Sleeping Bag Review: Arctic-Proven, Premium Sleeping Bag Choice

The Feathered Friends Swallow UL 20 is a premium sleeping bag from a brand that knows high-quality down.

Written by Nick Belcaster October 28, 2025

The Best Pocket Knives of 2025

We reviewed the best pocket knives of 2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include Benchmade, Knafs, CIVIVI, and more.

Written by Nick LeFort, Morgan Nowels and Sean McCoy October 16, 2025

Coleman Cascade 18 Camp Stove Review: A Classic Cookset Gets a Minimalist Makeover

What happens when Coleman scales back the cooking platform it’s most well-known for? You wind up reconsidering how much you can do on a single…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl October 16, 2025

EXPED Launches New Line of Affordable, ‘Do-It-All’ Sleeping Bags

The Terra line of sleeping bags from EXPED is meant to be a do-it-all bag for backpackers and car campers, with the extra appeal of…

Written by Mary Andino October 15, 2025

The Best Camping Hatchets of 2025

From survival, craft, and self-sufficiency standpoints, there is no better place to start simplifying than by purchasing a camping hatchet.

Written by John Beye and Nick LeFort October 14, 2025

The Ultimate Camp Recliner Just Got Better: NEMO Stargaze EVO-X Camp Chair Review

The Stargaze EVO-X is not so much a camping chair, but rather a wilderness throne, suitable for day and night outdoor luxe relaxation.

Written by Karuna Eberl October 13, 2025

Kelty Wayback 20 Sleeping Bag Review: A Flannel Throwback for the Most Cushy Camps

Kelty’s new synthetic camping bag throws back to a flannel-lined age where comfort was king, offering some of the best nights’ sleep I’ve had beneath…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl October 13, 2025

The Perfect Backseat Bivy Pad: LUNO AIR Pro Vehicle Mattress Review

The LUNO AIR Pro Vehicle Mattress makes sleeping in your trailhead-mobile a dream. It’s an updated design that’s comfortable, easy to use, and splits in…

Written by Ian Atkinson October 10, 2025

Igloo Recool Review: A $10 Biodegradable Cooler Worth Trusting

The Igloo Recool is a $10 biodegradable cooler made from molded pulp. It’s surprisingly tough, keeps drinks cold, and offers an eco-friendly alternative to styrofoam.

Written by Heather Balogh Rochfort October 06, 2025

Bear Attacks, Kills Man at Popular Arkansas Campground

Authorities located a deceased man with extensive injuries consistent with a bear attack at Sam’s Throne Campground.

Written by Mary Andino October 06, 2025

YETI’s $1,000 Fire Pit Leads ‘Hot’ New Category

It was only a matter of time before they YETI’d the campfire.

Written by Sean McCoy October 03, 2025

The Best Camping Lanterns of 2025

Whether heading into the backcountry or lighting up the night while car camping, we’ve found the best camping lanterns for every use and budget. Check…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Nick Belcaster October 02, 2025

The Best Headlamps of 2025

We tested the best headlamps of 2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include BioLite, Black Diamond, and more!

Written by Nicole Qualtieri and Sean McCoy October 01, 2025

Comfy, Packable, Goose Down Sleeping Pad: Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 Review

Insulated with goose down, shaped for comfort, and designed to easily pack away, the Rab Hypersphere Ultra 7.5 is an ideal sleeping pad for backpackers…

Written by Mary Andino September 25, 2025