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  1. outdoor leisure
    The Best Snow Sleds for Kids, According to ExpertsSwap your cafeteria tray for an actual sled to make the most of your next snow day.
    By Latifah Miles
  2. year in review
    This Sling Pack Is the Best Thing I Bought This Year“What sets this pack apart from others is the hidden cross-body strap; I can go from fanny-pack mode to wearing it like a sling on my back.”
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  3. hiking and camping
    The 7 Very Best Camping CotsGet a better night’s rest wherever adventure takes you.
    By Ebony Roberts
  4. toys
    The 11 Best Climbers for Kids and Toddlers, According to Play ExpertsIncluding play couches, climbing structures, and gym sets for indoor and outdoor use and a wide range of ages.
    By Ebony Roberts
  5. hiking and camping
    Everything You Need to Go Bikepacking, Minus the BikeIt’s like backpacking, except on wheels.
    By Katherine Gillespie
  6. sales
    A Waterproof Upgrade to the Iconic Merrell Hiking Shoe Is Up to 40 Percent OffIt’s called the “Mother of All Boots” for a reason.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  7. hiking and camping
    The Very Best TentsAs tested at music festivals and in national parks, backyards, and mountain storms.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  8. outdoor leisure
    The 11 Very Best Car Bike RacksFor mounting on a rooftop, hitch, or trunk and for carrying one or multiple bikes.
    By Graham Averill
  9. hiking and camping
    The Very Best Trekking PolesTechnically, 16 trekking poles.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  10. outdoor leisure
    The 10 Very Best Stand-up PaddleboardsInflatable and solid SUPs for all activities and skill levels.
    By Ebony Roberts
  11. hiking and camping
    The 7 Best Camp Stoves“You can throw it against the wall, run it over with a truck, and then boil water with it.”
    By Sal Vaglica
  12. bath and body
    My Friends Are Frankly Tired of Hearing Me Talk About This Soap in a CanIts foamy spray allows me to wash my hands like I would at a sink, minus the running water.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  13. outdoor leisure
    My Favorite Beach Chair Folds Down to the Size of a Hydro FlaskIt has unseated the trusty Tommy Bahama I’ve used for thousands of sunbathing hours.
    By Dominique Pariso
  14. hiking and camping
    The 7 Best Camping HammocksFor backpacking, car camping, day hikes, or even just going to the park.
    By Miyo McGinn
  15. hiking and camping
    The Very Best Portable Camp ShowersFrom ultralight to large-capacity options for cleaning yourself and your gear outdoors.
    By Miyo McGinn
  16. hiking and camping
    The Very Best Camping LanternsLanterns for every type of camp vibe.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  17. hiking and camping
    The Climbing Gear I Recommend for BeginnersPlease don’t wear socks.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  18. hiking and camping
    I’ve Hiked Everywhere From Patagonia to Nepal — This Is What I PackThese essentials offer peace of mind.
    By Jeremy Rellosa
  19. footcare
    I Am a Tick-Removing Wizard, and This Tiny Crowbar Is My WandThe Tick Tornado helps me pull ticks of all sizes off my own skin as well as my dog’s.
    By Liza Corsillo
  20. hiking and camping
    I’ve Made Everything from Gnocchi to Mapo Tofu In My Camper Van’s KitchenOnly the essentials you need to cook two to three meals a day.
    By Ali Slagle
  21. sports
    The Best Impact Shorts, According to Ski and Snowboard InstructorsThese padded base layers will literally save your butt.
    By Katherine Gillespie
  22. outdoor leisure
    The Best Water Purifiers, According to Survival ExpertsThe most important thing to have in any disaster: lots of safe drinking water.
    By Stacey Dee Woods
  23. hiking and camping
    The Best First Aid Kits, According to Survival ExpertsFor everything from hiking and camping to full-on bugout emergencies.
    By Stacey Dee Woods
  24. Patio Heater
    outdoor leisure
    The Best Propane Heaters on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers“Will attract all the other campers within a 100-foot radius … which is great because they’ll share their whiskey with you.”
    By The Editors
  25. hiking and camping
    Everything You Need to Hike and Camp in Winter, According to ExpertsWith the right gear, heading outdoors in the cold can be magical.
    By Katherine Gillespie
  26. hiking and camping
    The Best Multi-Tools, According to Hikers, Adventurers & People Who Fix ThingsThere are options for backcountry adventures, fishing, biking, and cooking. There’s even something that’s not a Leatherman.
    By Aleta Burchyski and Katherine Gillespie
  27. garden
    I Made Fun of My Husband’s Leaf-Scooping Garden Claws — Until I Tried ThemJust because they look silly doesn’t mean they don’t work great.
    By Sarah Z. Wexler
  28. outdoor leisure
    The Bike Basket That Earned Me Respect From Highland Park’s Cyclist HordesFor something that seems intricate, it’s rather strong. I have put such heavy things as my 15-pound pup inside and the basket has held firm.
    By Ariel Kanter
  29. outdoor leisure
    What Are the Best Water Shoes?A bunch of options for hiking across rivers, swimming through ponds, or just strolling along the surf.
    By Lauren Ro
  30. The Neighborhood
    hiking and camping
    An Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Camping, According to Camping Experts“You’re going to have more fun if you’re prepared.”
    By Lauren Ro
  31. Woman relaxing in pool float tossing beach ball
    outdoor leisure
    The Best Pool Floats on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers“This thing is like taking a Lay-Z-Boy in the water!”
    By The Editors
  32. travel
    The Best Vessels for Carrying Around Drinks (Beyond Flasks)Including a beach bag that doubles as a wine dispenser.
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  33. outdoor leisure
    The Best Lawn Chairs on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers“It’s even better outdoors where I can easily recline and enjoy bird-watching, enjoy a sunset or stargaze.”
    By The Editors
  34. Girls From Ipanema
    suncare
    What’s a Good Dupe for Discontinued Bain de Soleil Orange Gelée?Moisturizing and protective alternatives that deliver the same signature bronze glow and intoxicating scent.
    By Liza Corsillo
  35. this thing’s incredible
    This Billowy Wool Is the Only Thing That’s Ever Stopped My BlistersYou don’t need bandages, gel patches, moleskin, or even special socks. Just a little bit of New Zealand wool.
    By Aleta Burchyski
  36. recommended by experts
    How to Protect Your Trees From Cicadas, According to Gardening Experts“Minor damage can be amplified when you have literally tens of thousands of them.”
    By Karen Iorio Adelson
  37. trust me i should know
    I Can Work From Anywhere With This Workstation on WheelsNo outlet, no problem.
    By Stevie Remsberg
    As told to Jenna Milliner-Waddell
  38. hiking and camping
    I Can Finally Camp Comfortably Thanks to This Sleeping Bag for Side SleepersNo more cold spots or zippers digging into my hips.
    By James Lynch
  39. health
    This $10 Doodad Instantly Makes Bug Bites (and Bee Stings) Less IrritatingI was skeptical, but after using it on three mosquito bites and a bee sting, I promise it’s true.
    By Lauren Ro
  40. sports
    The Paddle Game a Squash Pro Plays Alone, With Kids, on Beaches, and in StreetsThat I, a former professional squash player, can compete with my kid is what makes it so delightful.
    By Ivy Pochoda
  41. outdoor leisure
    How to Prevent (and Treat) Mosquito Bites, According to ExpertsIt’s true: Some people are more susceptible to mosquito bites than others.
    By Lauren Ro and Jenna Milliner-Waddell
  42. toys
    Everything You Need to Throw an Outdoor Party for KidsFun activities to get kids moving, keep kids busy, and help parents mingle.
    By Liza Corsillo
  43. furniture
    The Best Rocking Chairs on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers“We love this chair so much we bought three.”
    By The Editors
  44. hiking and camping
    I’ve Hiked Thousands of Miles with Dozens of Packs, and This Is My Go-ToPopular among seasoned backpackers, the brand remains off the radars of commercial retailers, but I saw it a lot while hiking the Appalachian Trail.
    By Maggie Slepian
  45. hiking and camping
    This Multi-tool Has a Bit for Tightening Screws and a Pipe for Loosening Me UpClip it to the zipper on your pack for a discreet way to make your hikes a little more enjoyable.
    By Aleta Burchyski
  46. outdoor leisure
    15 In-Stock (Actually Nice-Looking) Inflatable PoolsIncluding options for adults, kids, babies, and the whole family — and one that you don’t even need to blow up.
    By Dominique Pariso
  47. Soccer star Pele in action during World Cup competition
    sports
    The Best Soccer Cleats, According to Coaches and PlayersWhether you’re playing indoors or outdoors, on turf or on slop.
    By Alex Ivker
  48. deal of the day
    This Lifesaving Personal Water Filter Is 60 Percent OffBring a LifeStraw on camping trips or pack one in your go bag in case of emergencies.
    By The Editors
  49. outdoor leisure
    The Best Hammock Chairs on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers“We installed it on our screened-in deck and I have completely taken a ‘hands off my swing’ attitude.”
    By The Editors
  50. micro sales
    11 Things on Sale You’ll Actually Want to Buy: From Cosrx to Carhartt WIPIncluding a sherpa layer for her, a moisturizer that “healed” our beauty writer’s blotchy skin, and fun dinnerwear from Anthropologie.
    By The Editors
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