Staff Picks 26'

8 Bedrock Men's Mountain Clog Synthetic Suede - Obsidian Black Bedrock Men's Mountain Clog Synthetic Suede - Obsidian Black Bedrock Sandals

Bedrock Men's Mountain Clog Synthetic Suede - Obsidian Black Bedrock Men's Mountain Clog Synthetic Suede - Obsidian Black Bedrock Sandals

$160.00

Bedrock Mountain Clog - Synthetic Suede - Obsidian Black Read Sizing and Clog Review The Bedrock Mountain Clog in Obsidian Black Synthetic Suede is an all-terrain clog built for hiking, camping, t...

XS / Virtually Blue Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Jacket Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Jacket | Backpacker Patagonia

Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Jacket Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Jacket | Backpacker Patagonia

from $279.00

Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Jacket The Patagonia Women's Down Sweater Jacket delivers lightweight, packable warmth for hiking, travel, everyday wear, and cold-weather layering. Its streamlined c...

River Rock Turtlebox Ranger Turtlebox Ranger Turtlebox

$250.00

Our most portable model, with party mode Rugged, ultra-portable speaker with premium sound IP-67 waterproof (fresh & saltwater) Engineered for the outdoors: 100% drop, crush, & dust-pro...

S / Den Brown Patagonia Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece Patagonia Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece | Backpacker Patagonia

Patagonia Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece Patagonia Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece | Backpacker Patagonia

$149.00

Patagonia Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece The Patagonia Men's Better Sweater® 1/4-Zip Fleece combines the warmth and textured look of a sweater with the easy care and versatility of fleece. It...

M20 Yeti Hopper Backpack M20 - Pace Purple / Blue Yeti Hopper Backpack M20 - Pace Purple / Blue Yeti Coolers

$325.00

Made for comfort, The YETI Hopper® M20 is a backpack cooler that can carry up to 36 cans of your favorite beverage (or 22 pounds of ice) while keeping your hands free. This cooler’s easy-to-use ...

May Grey / S Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket | Backpacker Patagonia

Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket | Backpacker Patagonia

$239.00

Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket The Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Jacket is a lightweight, packable insulated layer built for hiking, climbing, travel, and everyday wear. Designed to provide exc...

Gray Benchmade - 535GRY-1 Bugout - Gray BENCHMADE KNIFE CO.

Gray Benchmade Bugout - Gray Benchmade Knife Co.

$190.00

535GRY-1 Bugout Swift , collapsible and lightweight as it is sharp. The Bugout will fit into your pocket or pack and you will barely notice it's there. A great companion for setting up camp in the...

8 On Men's Cloud 6 - Thyme / Espresso On Men's Cloud 6 - Thyme / Espresso | Backpacker On

On Men's Cloud 6 - Thyme / Espresso On Men's Cloud 6 - Thyme / Espresso | Backpacker On

$160.00

On Men's Cloud 6 The On Men's Cloud 6 delivers lightweight cushioning and all-day comfort in a versatile everyday shoe built for walking, travel, commuting, and casual wear. Updated geometry impro...

Birch White / SM Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Jacket - Women's Patagonia Inc

Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Jacket - Women's Patagonia Inc

$169.00

This full-zip, 100% recycled polyester fleece jacket combines a sweater-knit aesthetic with the easy care of Better Sweater fleece. It’s dyed with a low-impact process that significantly reduces...

Black / SM Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket - Men's Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket - Men's Patagonia Inc

Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket - Men's Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket - Men's Patagonia Inc

from $279.00

The perfect warmth for just about everything, our classic Down Sweater is lightweight and windproof with a shell made of NetPlus® 100% postconsumer recycled nylon ripstop made from recycled fishing...

Pine Needle Green / XS Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Women's Patagonia Inc

Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Women's Patagonia Inc

$189.00

Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Jacket The Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket delivers dependable waterproof protection for hiking, travel, commuting, and everyday adventures. Built wi...

S / Weathered Stone Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket | Backpacker Patagonia

Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket | Backpacker Patagonia

$239.00

Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket The Patagonia Men's Nano Puff Jacket is a lightweight, highly packable insulated jacket built to deliver dependable warmth in cool, windy, and damp conditions. Its...

Dark Chestnut / S The North Face Women's Hydrenalite Down Hoodie The North Face Women's Hydrenalite Hoodie | Backpacker The North Face

The North Face Women's Hydrenalite Down Hoodie The North Face Women's Hydrenalite Hoodie | Backpacker The North Face

$250.00

The North Face Women's Hydrenalite Down Hoodie Stay warm and comfortable when temperatures drop with The North Face Women's Hydrenalite Down Hoodie. Designed for everyday adventures, winter travel,...

Mountain Shadow / M Stio Men's Pinion Down Hooded Jacket Stio Men's Pinion Down Hooded Jacket | Backpacker Stio

Stio Men's Pinion Down Hooded Jacket Stio Men's Pinion Down Hooded Jacket | Backpacker Stio

$299.00

Stio Men's Pinion Down Hooded Jacket Stay warm without the extra bulk in the Stio Men's Pinion Down Hooded Jacket. Built for mountain adventures, cold-weather travel, and everyday wear, this ligh...

Blue Sage / S Patagonia Women's R1 Air Fleece Zip-Neck Patagonia Women's R1 Air Zip Neck | Backpacker Patagonia

Patagonia Women's R1 Air Fleece Zip-Neck Patagonia Women's R1 Air Zip Neck | Backpacker Patagonia

$145.00

Patagonia Women's R1 Air Fleece Zip-Neck The Patagonia Women's R1 Air Fleece Zip-Neck is a lightweight technical fleece designed for breathable warmth during hiking, climbing, skiing, and other co...

Pelican / SM Patagonia Men's R1 Air Zip Neck in Pelican Patagonia Men's R1 Air Zip Neck in Pelican Patagonia Inc

Old Growth Green / MED Patagonia Men's R1 Air Zip Neck Patagonia Men's R1 Air Zip Neck Patagonia Inc

from $139.00

Stay warm, dry, and active with Patagonia’s R1 Air Zip‑Neck Midlayer: ultra‑lightweight recycled polyester fleece with hollow‑core yarns, quick‑drying, moisture‑wicking, one‑quarter zip vent, ches...

Patagonia Women's Nano Puff Vest Patagonia Women's Nano Puff Vest Patagonia Inc

$199.00

Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Vest The Patagonia Women's Nano Puff® Vest is a lightweight, packable insulated layer designed to deliver reliable warmth for hiking, climbing, travel, and everyday wea...

Dark Walnut / SM Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Men's Patagonia Inc

Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Men's Patagonia Inc

$189.00

Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket The Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket delivers dependable waterproof protection for hiking, travel, commuting, and everyday wet-weather advent...

Ivy / XS FP Movement Women's Scout It Out Fleece Vest FP Movement Women's Scout It Out Vest | Backpacker Free People

FP Movement Women's Scout It Out Fleece Vest FP Movement Women's Scout It Out Vest | Backpacker Free People

$98.00

FP Movement Women's Scout It Out Fleece Vest Stay cozy and adventure-ready with the FP Movement Women's Scout It Out Fleece Vest. Designed for effortless layering and everyday comfort, this women's...

M / Dark Jade Arc'teryx Men's Emblem Fleece Crew Neck Pullover Arc'teryx Men's Emblem Fleece Crew Neck Pullover | Backpacker Arcteryx

Arc'teryx Men's Emblem Fleece Crew Neck Pullover Arc'teryx Men's Emblem Fleece Crew Neck Pullover | Backpacker Arcteryx

$120.00

Arc'teryx Men's Emblem Fleece Crew Neck Pullover The Arc'teryx Men's Emblem Fleece Crew Neck Pullover is a warm, versatile layer designed for everyday wear, quick hikes, drives to the mountain, and...

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