Hiking Gear
Great Divide Trail Gear: Favorite Pieces From 36 Days and 1,100 km
Seven ultralight pieces that held up over 1,100 km in the Canadian Rockies, from a 450 g Dyneema shelter to a frameless pack and a blister free footwear system.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 500 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Backpacking Gear
Great Divide Trail Gear: Standout Pieces From a 1,100 km Thru-Hike
Seven lightweight backpacking pieces that held up over 36 days and 1,100 km on the Great Divide Trail, with the strengths and trade-offs worth knowing before you buy.
Hiking Backpacks
Gregory Baltoro Pro 85L Review: A Load Carrier for the Trips That Need One
A detailed look at the Gregory Baltoro Pro 85L, a burly 85 litre expedition pack built around carrying very heavy loads comfortably.
Camping Gear
GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Pro 2-Burner Stove Review: Full-Size Cooking in a Slim Package
A full-size two-burner camp stove that folds down to roughly an inch and a half thick, with 22,000 BTU combined, independent burner controls, and a genuinely low simmer.
Outdoor Jackets
Haglöfs L.I.M Mimic Barrier Hood Review: Light, Breathable, Built to Move
A close look at the Haglöfs L.I.M Mimic Barrier Hood, a 282 g windproof and breathable synthetic layer that works alone in mild weather and as part of a winter system.
Outdoor Gear
Haglöfs LIM Zenith Range Review: Four Pieces Built to Work Together
A practical look at the Haglöfs LIM Zenith layering system, from the Gore-Tex Stretch Mountain Pro Jacket to the LIM Pro Trousers, and how the pieces fit together.
Down Jackets
Haglöfs Spitz Down Jacket Review: A Stretchy Down Layer Built for Movement
A stretchy 800 fill power down jacket designed for mountaineering and climbing, with hydrophobic down, a durable pre-baffled build, and a feature set made for active use.
Outdoor Jackets
Haglöfs Spitz Jacket Review: A Gore-Tex Pro Shell for Hard Mountain Weather
A close look at the Haglöfs Spitz Jacket, a 510g Gore-Tex Pro climbing shell that pairs two membrane types, a helmet-ready hood, and independent pit zips.
Hammock Camping
Hammock Gear Wanderlust Review: An All-in-One Hammock Camping Kit
A complete hammock camping kit built around a netted hammock, a Dyneema tarp, and matched 20-degree insulation, plus the adjustment trade-offs worth knowing before you buy.
Hammock Camping
Hammock Gear Wanderlux Hammock System Review: An All-in-One Kit for New Hammock Campers
A complete hammock camping kit with a netted hammock, Dyneema tarp, and matched 20-degree insulation. Strong on warmth and simplicity, with a suspension that limits fine tuning.
Backpacking Gear
Hammock vs Tent for Backpacking: Three Gear Options Compared
A hammock, a tent, and the sleeping pad that ties the two paths together: how setup, gear storage, warmth, and comfort compare over long backpacking miles.
Camping Shelters
Hammock vs Tent for Backpacking: An Ultralight Shelter Guide
How hammock and tent shelters compare on setup effort, sleep comfort, campsite selection, weather, weight, and cost, with the ultralight picks that illustrate each trade-off.
Hydration Gear
Hardside Hydration Kit Review: A 48 oz Nalgene Bottle With a 40-Inch Hose
A 48 oz wide-mouth Nalgene bottle paired with a 40-inch insulated hose and bite valve, built for hands-free drinking on the trail.
Camp Lighting
Haven Ridge Light Review: A 3.3-Ounce USB String Light for Camp and Van Life
A packable USB string light that doubles as a lantern, with touch dimming, sliding carabiners, and a very low weight.
Hammock Tents
Haven Spectre Hammock Tent Review: Flat Sleeping at a Backpacking Weight
A closer look at the Haven Spectre hammock tent, a lighter take on the Haven XL with flat sleeping, a tapered pad, and two lightweight rainfly options.
Camping Hammocks
Haven Spectre Review: A Lighter Hammock Tent That Still Sleeps Flat
The Haven Spectre cuts more than three pounds from the Haven XL while keeping the flat sleeping position, the wide XL footprint, and the True Level pad.
Camping Shelters
Haven Tent Review: A Lay-Flat Hammock Tent Built Around Better Sleep
A close look at the Haven Tent, a lay-flat floating hammock shelter that uses an insulated sleeping pad as its structural core, plus the trade-offs to weigh before buying.
Outdoor Clothing
Helikon-Tex Pilgrim Anorak Review: A Tough, Breathable Cold-Weather Layer
A long-term look at the Helikon-Tex Pilgrim Anorak, covering its Dura Canvas build, mesh ventilation, fit notes, and the buyers it suits best.
Camping Tarps
Helicon Tex Super Tarp Review: Is This $65 Summer Tarp Worth It?
A lightweight 10 by 10 foot square tarp with 19 reinforced tie-off points, taped seams and two storage bags. Here is where the value sits and what to check before buying.
Outdoor Gear
Helikon-Tex Super Tarp and AquaQuest Guide Tarp: Two Lightweight Tarp Options Compared
A close look at a $65 square rip-stop tarp and a lighter nylon alternative, with the tie-out, stitching, and pricing details worth knowing before you buy.
Insulated Jackets
Helicon Tex Wolfhound Jacket Review: Lightweight Warmth for Moderately Cold Days
A practical look at the Helicon Tex Wolfhound jacket, covering its warmth, comfort, pocket layout, sizing quirks, delicate shell fabric, and how to buy it at a fair price.
Outdoor Gear
Helikon-Tech Numbat and Small Numbat: Which Chest Rig Fits Your Kit?
A side-by-side look at the original Helikon-Tech Numbat and the new small Numbat, covering size, organization, carry options and price.
Outdoor Apparel
Helikon-Tex Alpha Tactical Jacket Review: A Grid Fleece With Real Trade-Offs
A close look at the Helikon-Tex Alpha Tactical Jacket, a 100 percent polyester grid fleece with five pockets, mesh lining, and a $58 retail price.
Outdoor Gear
Helikon-Tex MK2 Foxtrot Belt Pouch Review: Compact Storage, Demanding Harness
A close look at the Helikon-Tex MK2 Foxtrot Belt Pouch, covering its solid construction, comfortable waist fit, abrasive H-harness, and awkward water bottle access.
Chest Rigs
Helikon-Tex Numbat vs Hill People Gear Kit Bag: A Chest Rig Comparison
A long-term look at the Helikon-Tex Numbat chest rig and how it compares with the Hill People Gear Kit Bag on price, organization, comfort, and durability.
Tactical Fleece Jackets
Helikon-Tex Patriot Fleece Jacket Review: Features, Fit, and Value
A close look at the Helikon-Tex Patriot fleece jacket, covering its heavier materials, YKK zippers, pit zips, adjustable hood and cuffs, and the finishing details to check before you buy.
Outerwear
Helikon-Tex Windrunner Review: An Ultralight Wind Layer With Clear Trade-Offs
A close look at the Helikon-Tex Windrunner, an eight-ounce nylon anorak that packs down small, breathes well, and resists wind without fully blocking it.
Backpacking Chairs
Helinox Chair Zero Review: Is a One-Pound Backpacking Chair Worth It?
A long-term look at the Helinox Chair Zero, a one-pound backpacking chair that packs down small, sits well after long days on trail, and costs more than heavier budget options.
Camping Hammocks
Hennessy Hammock Ultralight Backpacker Asym Zip Review: A Complete 2 lb 8 oz Shelter System
A practical look at the Hennessy Hammock Ultralight Backpacker Asym Zip, covering its 2 lb 8 oz packed weight, five-minute pitch, flat asymmetric lay, and the short tree straps and compact fly buyers should plan around.
Camping Hammocks
Hennessy Ultralight Backpacker Asym Zip Hammock Review: A Light, Fast, All-in-One Shelter
A complete ultralight hammock kit that pitches in about five minutes, packs down small, and sleeps flat. Here is what to know before buying.