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The 7 Best Slippers of 2026: Staff Picks
Find the perfect pair of camp slides, mountaineering booties, travel kicks and house slippers among our staff's favorites.
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The 5 Best Hammocks of 2025: Staff Picks
Our staff chooses the 5 best hammocks for everyday use, camping and backpacking, plus the best hammock accessories at REI.
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The 6 Best Camping Tents of 2025: Tested
Home is where you pitch it. And, thankfully, home is pretty comfortable with these 6 field-tested tents for car camping.
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The 7 Best Snowshoes of 2025: Staff Picks
Hit the trails this winter with our favorite snowshoes for flats, steeps and everything in between. We also have our top picks for kids.
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The 6 Best Hiking Sandals of 2025: Tested
Our testers choose the 6 best sandals at REI for water crossings, kayaking, ultralight trips, urban hiking and more.
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The Best Skis: Tested
Find the perfect pair of skis in this guide, whether you’re just starting out or eating black diamonds for breakfast.
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The Best Hiking Gear for Dogs of 2024: Staff Picks
Check out our favorite hiking gear for dogs, including leashes, harnesses, packs, booties, trailer and more.