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Nick Belcaster

Hailing from the hemlocks and hanging mosses of Washington State, Senior Editor Nick Belcaster is an adventure journalist following threads of stories across the West. Cruelly stolen from the alpine swales of rural Wisconsin at a young age, Nick made do ascending the snows and granite of the North Cascades while completing a journalism degree. A long stint on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2018 codified a life bent on sleeping on minor slopes and picking devil’s club out of his shoes.

The Best Camping Mattresses and Sleeping Pads of 2023

From packable sleeping pads to ultracomfortable air beds, we tested and found the best camping mattresses and sleeping pads to fit every adventure and budget.

Written by Mallory Paige & Nick Belcaster

The Best Camping Sleeping Bags of 2023

From versatile camping bags to wallet-friendly picks, we’ve found the best sleeping bags for every use and budget.

Written by Kylie Mohr & Adam Ruggiero

The Best Daypacks of 2023

We tested the best daypacks of 2023 with options for every budget. Top picks include Osprey, Cotopaxi, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy & Nick Belcaster

The Best Camping Hatchets of 2023

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

The Best Thermoses of 2023

If you want your favorite liquids to stay hot all day, check out our roundup of the best thermoses of 2022-2033. Get ready to warm…

Written by Meg Carney & Nick Belcaster

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