Outdoor Guides

Semi-automatic camping tent set up at a campsite

How to Choose a Camping Tent: A Beginner's Guide

Short answer: Match the tent to how you actually get to the campsite, then size up — capacity labels assume lean, gear-free sleepers. Car camping or backpacking changes which specs...

How to Choose a Camping Tent: A Beginner's Guide

Short answer: Match the tent to how you actually get to the campsite, then size up — capacity labels assume lean, gear-free sleepers. Car camping or backpacking changes which specs...

Trekking poles and a hiking backpack on a mountain trail at sunset

How to Choose Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs

Learn how to choose trekking poles or a hiking staff based on terrain, load, height, shaft material, grip comfort, and trail conditions.

How to Choose Trekking Poles and Hiking Staffs

Learn how to choose trekking poles or a hiking staff based on terrain, load, height, shaft material, grip comfort, and trail conditions.