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Hiking Gear Reviews
Heading out onto the trail to test some of the highest quality and most popular hiking boots for women available today.
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Is hiking your jam or a favorite of your furry friend? Our hiking experts have hit miles of trails with friends and canines to test the best hiking gear under the sun. Our trail enthusiasts buy and test every product for a truly unbiased view of everything, from the best hiking boots and top hiking shoes to daypack reviews and our favorite hydration packs. Our final test results can ensure you’re ready for whatever the journey brings.

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If you've been itching to hit the trails, get your paws on one of the top-rated hiking boots from our selection of the...
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Determining the ideal daypack in the market and selecting the best option for you, your requirements, and your budget...
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We're always looking for the best backpacks to fuel our adventures. We tested hundreds of models this year and these...
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10 Best Trail Running Shoes

If you need a pair of trail running shoes, we've spent the last decade preparing for this moment. Take advantage of...
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Best Softshell Jackets

Our review tests the top softshell jackets and lets you know which ones are the best for the activities you regularly...
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Best Sport Sunglasses

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Best Hiking Socks

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Best Windbreakers

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Best Winter Gloves

Determined to find the best winter gloves for your needs, we researched the top 20 before buying and testing 9 of them...
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Best Daypacks for Women

If you're a woman in the market for a daypack, we can help. We considered 80+ different models and chose 11 of the...
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Best Hats for Women

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Best Handheld GPS

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