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Brooks Cascadia 18 Review

The Brooks Cascadia 18 are trail-trusted shoes with improved cushion and grip.

The Outdoor Vitals StormLoft Down Top Quilt is a solid choice for price, warmth and versatility.

The synthetic insulation Space Cowboy sleeping bag from Therm-a-Rest is a good choice for cowboy camping under the stars in warm weather.

The Jetboil Stash is a good choice for ultralight backpacking trips when all you do is boil water for coffee or dried meals.

The Merrell Moab Speed 2 provide all-day comfort on the trail, with a grip that won’t quit.

The updated Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50 backpack rides comfortably while holding enough gear for an extended backcountry trip.

Jack Wolfskin’s Highest Peak 3L Jacket is a solid three-season raincoat that doesn’t skimp on features.

The Titan woodburning stove from Solo Stove is a good choice for meals in heavily forested backcountry.

The Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20 sleeping bag combines a nearly unbeatable light weight with extra warm 900 fill down.

The Deckers X Lab Enduro Max Mid GTX combine the high ankle support of boots with the low weight and flexibility of trail runners.