Hiking gear reviews and buyer's guides. Best backpacks, trekking poles, sleeping systems and trail footwear — tested on real multi-day routes.
The best gear for the Everest Base Camp Trek in 2026: a 35–65 L pack, a -15 °C sleeping bag, layered insulation and boots for 130 km up to 5,550 m.
Read articleWe analysed 1278 pieces of backpacking gear across 18 categories. Here is the lightest option, the average weight and the spread in each — the real numbers for 2026.
Read articleThe best backpacks for multi-day Alpine trekking in 2026, from ultralight 50 L hut packs to supportive 65 L loads for routes like the Walker's Haute Route.
Read articleThe best gear for hiking in Greece in 2026 handles heat, sun and rocky descents: a ventilated pack, UPF sun layers and grippy footwear.
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