Brands
The brands behind the picks.
Every gear maker ranked somewhere in our guides — 224 of them, from the big names to the cottage outfits. Tap one to go straight to its own site.
Packs & vests
Multi-day packs, daypacks, fastpacking packs and running vests.
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Hiking sandals
Strappy trail sandals, from repairable workhorses to minimalist huaraches.
Trail running shoes
Trail runners, from cushioned long-haul shoes to technical mountain grip.
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Socks
Merino and synthetic hiking socks, from lifetime-guaranteed crews to toe socks.
Insoles and laces
Aftermarket insoles and replacement laces for hiking boots, from firm arch supports to aramid laces.
Rain shells
Waterproof hiking shells, from 2.5-layer packables to 3-layer GORE-TEX.
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Insulated jackets
Down and synthetic puffies, from active insulation to winter belay parkas.
Base layers
Next-to-skin merino and synthetic tops, from 150 gsm summer weight to 250 gsm.
Sun hoodies
UPF-rated long-sleeve hooded shirts, from bamboo viscose to featherweight nylon.
Sun hats
Brimmed sun hats and caped caps, from 2.5-ounce packables to the Tilley.
Sunglasses
Polarized trail pairs, wraparound sport frames and glacier glasses.
Hiking umbrellas
Reflective trekking umbrellas for desert sun and warm rain.
Hiking pants
Stretch-woven and softshell trail pants, from waxable G-1000 to budget nylon.
Running shorts
Lined, linerless and compression shorts for trail running, from budget to premium.
Trekking poles
Budget aluminum through ultralight carbon Z-poles.
Shelters & camp
Budget two-person tents and one-person backpacking shelters.
Hammocks
Gathered-end camping hammocks, lay-flat hammock tents and complete hang systems.
Sleeping bags, quilts & pads
Down and synthetic bags and quilts, inflatable and closed-cell foam pads, camp pillows and sleeping bag liners.
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Headlamps & lighting
Headlamps, be-seen safety lights and camp lanterns.
Water treatment
Squeeze, gravity and pump filters, plus purification tablets and drops.
Hydration reservoirs
Water bladders that ride in a pack, from ultralight screw-cap bags to insulated winter ones.
Water bottles
Hard plastic, insulated steel and everyday bottles carried on the trail.
Watches & navigation
GPS watches for hiking and long days out, and the compasses that back them up.
Satellite messengers & beacons
Two-way satellite communicators and the 406 MHz emergency beacons that need no subscription. Garmin sits under watches above, since the inReach line shares that shelf.
Stoves & camp kitchen
Canister-top burners, integrated cook systems, liquid-fuel stoves and the pots that go on them.
Tools, repair & power
The small trail hardware: multitools, repair tape, trowels, power banks and charging.
Bear safety
Hard-sided canisters and bear spray.
Winter traction & snowshoes
Microspikes and ice cleats for packed snow, and snowshoes for the days nobody has packed it.
Camp chairs & seating
Packable chairs and sit pads, from one-pound pole frames to frameless carbon-stay seats.
First aid
Hiking and backpacking first aid kits, from a day kit under four ounces to one for a whole group.
Sunscreen & lip balm
Sunscreen sticks and SPF lip balm small enough to reapply on the trail.
Insect repellent
Bug spray for skin and permethrin for clothing, against ticks and mosquitoes on the trail.
Binoculars
Pocket and compact binoculars light enough to carry on a hike.
Trail fuel & small comforts
Trail meals, snacks, electrolyte mixes, hand warmers and neck gaiters: the small things a hiker goes through.
Cold-weather accessories
Beanies, neck gaiters, balaclavas and liner gloves: the small winter layers that keep hands, head and face warm.