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Backpacking
September 8, 2026
Sleeping pads: How they fail, and how to pick the right one for you
Matthew Renda
July 16, 2026
The five best sleeping pad brands under $100
Matthew Renda
June 11, 2026
America’s best backpacking routes: California
Matthew Renda
May 21, 2026
Outdoor gear prices in 2026: What the latest earnings tell us about hiking and backpacking costs
Matthew Renda
May 7, 2026
How gear reviewers missed the best backpacking tent
Matthew Renda
April 30, 2026
Best sleeping pads: Spring 2026 guide
Matthew Renda
April 22, 2026
Sleeping pads: What drives the price tag?
Matthew Renda
April 15, 2026
America’s best backpacking routes: Mountain West
Matthew Renda
March 26, 2026
Sleeping bag materials guide, part 2: Insulation
Gear Analytica Staff
March 18, 2026
Sleeping bag materials guide, part 1: Fabrics
Gear Analytica Staff
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