HIKING & CAMPING

A more considered kit for outside.

Start with what you need to carry. Compare daypack capacity, campsite lighting and camp organization.

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The outdoor guidebook

03 / FIRST PRINCIPLES

Hiking & Camping

Small hiking daypacks: 10, 13 or 18 liters?

Choose enough room for your route, then compare access and fit.

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Compact campsite lanterns: output, power and packing size

The longest runtime is not always the most useful light.

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Camp organization: packing cubes, pouches or a dry bag?

Choose the closure for the job, not just the color.

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Specifications, not field tests. These comparisons do not determine the equipment or safety precautions required for a particular route. Check your destination, conditions and the product instructions.