hiking is one of the easiest ways to get outdoors for people of all experience levels and simply put any time spent on the trail has a way of soothing the soul if you're an avid hiker who heads into the great outdoors frequently spending money on quality hiking gear.

That's going to last you a while is worth a bit of extra money but finding the best hiking gear is not an easy task which makes upgrading your equipment a real challenge today we'll be taking a look at some of the best hiking gear and gadgets for maximizing comfort minimizing trail.

Weight and increasing smiles along the way we guarantee that even the most experienced outdoorsmen will find something on this list that enhances their adventure seeking the katadyn hiker pro is a high performance lightweight water.

Filter built for quick and efficient use in the backcountry lightweight is your demand but pumping performance is also a must it includes quick release fittings for a direct attachment to your hydration pack the hiker pro is easy to use in any water source whether it's a lake river or stream.

Simply place the pre-filter in the water source and pump to provide safe drinking water right into your hydration tube the hiker pro uses high technology pleated glass fiber filtration the filter protector is easily cleaned for longer life and faster water flow the built-in carbon core reduces.

Chemicals and makes water taste like it should the hiker pro is ultra compact and lightweight at only 11 ounces and is the best choice for an ultra light backpacking water filter it filters at high capacity and is easy to use and performs in a variety of field conditions.

In a new transparent color it's performance you can see the men's firebrand 2 low leather brings unbeatable comfort versatility and protection to conquer your favorite trails this slightly lower volume fitting shoe is narrow in the heel to eliminate slippage.

Reducing the chance for blisters a wider forefoot and toe box provides ample room for your toes this all leather low features waterproof treated nubuck and a rubber toe cap for added protection our proprietary o-fit insole is made up of three different densities of eva foam low density eva pods medium density eva.

Throughout high density eda sculpted arch and heel cup all provide cushioning and support with the goal of placing the foot in the neutral position our sawtooth midsole features dual density eva to be versatile flexible and supportive the cushioning.

Underfoot is great for hard surfaces but certainly capable of multi-day backpacking trips the sawtooth outsole's deep lugs shed mud offer intense traction and maintain trail stability sidewall lugs grip off-camber trails while conserving weight tackle the trails ahead with the.

Dominating performance of the men's firebrand 2 low leather the summer moon was designed to develop to be one of the lightest weight and most affordable dome tents in the marketplace with a weight of 3 pounds seven ounces the summer moon is considerably lighter weight than most other dome tents with a.

Weight of four and a half to five pounds that's a one to one and a half pound savings in weight the summer moon is a fully freestanding dome tent that offers ample interior space for two or three people we added pre-bends to the lower pole sections to create more interior space.

It's fast and easy to set up because of its two equal length poles simply install the pole tips in the corner grommets attach the clips to the pole and the tent is set up the summer moon features a large d-door that makes getting into and out of the tent easy.

It also includes the night glow accessory that illuminates the interior of your tent using the headlamp you're already carrying the tent body of the summer moon is made up of a combination of lightweight breathable mesh on the front and top of the tent and.

Waterproof polyester fabric along the sides and back of the tent the fly on the summer moon features a unique shape designed to reduce weight at the front of the tent the fly creates a large full coverage vestibule perfect for storing your gear on the rear of the tent.

The fly overlaps the waterproof wall fabric of the tent and is staked out with the attached guy line creating a large rear vent that helps to manage the condensation the summer moon is available in both a two person and three person size with a straightforward and approachable.

Design the rook runs series offers an osprey quality carry with ventilation and just the right features that no backpacker would second guess both the men's rook and the women's wren come in two volumes 65 and 50 liters now let's take a look at some of the features of these packs.

The rook wren's airspeed 3d tension mesh back panel provides extreme ventilation a new intuitive adjustable harness provides up to four inches of adjustability to ensure the perfect fit a fixed top lid with zippered pocket for easy access to small gear dual upper and lower side compression straps.

A zippered sleeping bag compartment with a floating divider removable sleeping pad straps dual mesh side pockets zippered hip belt pockets an included removable rain cover for sudden downpours an internal hydration sleeve and top lid and daylight compatible cord loop.

Attachment points so whether it's your first time hitting the trails or you're a seasoned veteran any backpacker can appreciate the osprey quality and comfort the rokerand provides hey guys today we're talking about the jetboil mighty mo this little guy is an incredibly lightweight and simple stove.

With an incredible price to match i'm going to show you what makes it so cool the mighty mo is jetboil's latest addition to the moe family of stoves which are all about incredible simmer control and cooking performance no matter how far into the backcountry you get.

The mighty mo is the lightest weight and most compact of the bunch and weighs in at just 3.3 ounces here's what makes this little guy so cool though yes it's tiny but it's actually got a 10 000 btu burner in there and to give you some perspective most two burner car camping stoves.

Have two 10 000 btu burners so they're packing a lot of power into this little package it'll boil one liter of water in just three minutes and one of these hundred gram fuel canisters will let you boil 12 liters of water that's a lot of power but the more important thing is you get jetboil's.

Incredible regulator valve technology most stoves go from closed to wide open with just one turn of the valve but jetboil has engineered all their stoves so you actually get four full turns of the valve spindle that means incremental fuel flow adjustment and a consistent heat output from a light simmer all the way to a rolling.

Boil beyond that the mighty mode gives you a lot of options in terms of what cookware you use so you can just as easily use a frying pan or a pot and you're not limited to just one thing so with the mighty mode you get incredibly powerful stove in a.

Ridiculously lightweight and compact package the 250 lumen american-made access headlamp from princeton tech offers four fully dimmable easy to control light modes no matter what you're heading out to do get dialed into the light you need with the axis.

Princeton tech started with the reward winning sync headlamp keeping the stable single arm bracket design and easy to use dial interface the hybrid axis expands on those features to give you more control more power and more fuel options a large easy to find push button on the side of the axis moves you through four.

Base modes red that keeps you from blinding your buddies doesn't attract bugs and retains night vision flood for up close tasks spot for long distance and a dual beam for the best of both worlds a single tap gives you red a double tap spot.

And a press and hold brings you to flood the dial allows you to dim and brighten each mode as you fine tune the axis until you have the precise level of light you need move from flood to a dual beam flood and spot and back to flood seamlessly with the twist of a dial.

Both the button and dial are located on the side of the axis providing a platform ready for ambidextrous use the single arm bracket design makes for easy rotation in a full range of motion and stability when you decide on just the right angle the axis comes in both alkaline and.

Rechargeable versions the alkaline axis comes with three aaa batteries that are easy to change out by popping open the battery door on the side the rechargeable axis has a built-in lithium ion battery with a micro usb port also accessible through the battery compartment on the side of the light.

A red charging indication light will blink while your axis charges every axis headlamp comes with a five-year warranty this is astrolite our ultra light sleeping pad series designed to be an accessibly priced yet all-around stellar backpacking pad available in multiple size.

And insulation configurations astrolite offers superb comfort and value all in a small pack size for a premium luxury feel astro light starts with our silky soft 20d polyester and our new zero profile multifunctional valve for micro adjustability and quick deflation yet a simple.

Lateral baffle design allows astro light to provide three and a half inches of lightweight comfort and a small pack size all at an accessible price point a large pillow baffle at the head gives a couple extra inches of height to bolster your camp pillow and ensure it doesn't slide off in the night.

Our super plush polyester is made from threads that are treated with a pressurized air process that softens fibers before they are woven into fabric ensuring a cozy and quiet sleeping experience included with astrolite is vortex our efficient new pump sac that minimizes moisture entering the pad.

And enables rapid easy inflation saving your lungs after a long day on the trail astro lite regular measures 72 inches long and 20 inches wide and long wide extends to 76 by 25 inches with weights of 14 and 17 ounces respectively both sizes come with insulated versions.

Equipped with a cozy layer of primaloft for quiet warm sleep down to 15 degrees fahrenheit for just a few extra ounces for those looking for a lightweight comfortable and reliable value and a pad for every adventure astrolite is the perfect solution hey guys i want to talk to you today.

About the venati pro waterproof jacket for men by salomon if you're looking for a lightweight waterproof jacket the bennati pro is for you this will keep all the elements at bay while keeping you dry and comfortable if you have a big race coming up that has a required gear list.

This meets all the waterproof specifications that you need let's take a look at some of the technology within the binati pro the first is going to be motion fit motion fit is really the cut and design of this jacket making it specific for trail running next let's look at the smart hood.

The smart hood fits close to your head and moves with you what this does is prevent blocking your vision as you're running down the trail next we have the waterproof center zipper this easily moves down or up you'll notice when it's down however that you also get the smart vent this easily gives plenty of.

Breathability to your core when you're trying to dump moisture or heat next we're going to take a look at the waterproof pocket the waterproof pocket is a perfect spot to store all your valuables cell phones wallet keys additionally the jacket packs into itself in this waterproof pocket.

What you find here is something that packs down really easily into the size of your hand next we're going to look at the 360 reflectivity story you're going to notice a reflective hit here but also down by the hip and on the back and sleeve as well one of the most unique features of the.

Vest are going to be the large billows in the back unlike most jackets on the market this jacket is designed to go over your running hydration vest this does two things this keeps you moving down the trail but also protects all the gear that you're carrying with you.

The binotti pro waterproof jacket comes in a variety of sizes and colors all the way from extra small to double extra large if you're in the market for a lightweight waterproof minimalist jacket that meets all your race requirements check out the bennati pro by solomon.

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