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Woman in outdoor gear pouring hot water from camp stove to brew coffee with pour-over cone
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Gear Lab: The Ultimate Backpacking Gear Checklist for 2024
Long story short, you've got options, and we're here to help you find the ones that best fit your flavor of adventure.
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May 6, 2024
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Sawyer Micro Squeeze water filter with accessories including pouch, syringe, straw, and cleaning tools.
Reviews
Gear Lab: Sawyer Squeeze Review
Sawyer Micro Squeeze Review
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March 28, 2024
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Various water filtration and purification devices including Sawyer and Katadyn products on a wooden table.
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Gear Lab: The 5 Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2024
We tested backpacking water filters and treatment systems to find the best option for your adventures.
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March 26, 2024
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Woman outdoors pouring hot water from a stove into a coffee pour-over cone set on a metal cup.
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Gear Lab: Best Backpacking Gear of 2023
We've taken the time to list all of our favorite backpacking gear in one place. This dream list has options for any type of trail treader.
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November 20, 2023
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Close-up of a mosquito with black and white legs on human skin.
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Gear Lab: Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2023
We tested backpacking water filters and treatment systems from Platypus, Sawyer, Katadyn, LifeStraw, and others to find the best option...
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October 30, 2023
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Various insect repellent bottles and sprays arranged on green grass under a blue sky.
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GearLab: The 5 Best Insect Repellents for Kids
We tested the top repellents from Off, Cutter, Sawyer, and more to find the best at beating bugs
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May 17, 2023
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Woman outdoors pouring hot water from a camp stove into a coffee pour-over cone.
Tips & Guides
OutdoorGearLab: Best Backpacking Gear of 2023
Best Backpacking Gear of 2023
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March 31, 2023
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Woman in green jacket and beanie pouring hot water from a stove into a coffee filter outdoors.
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Gear Lab: Best Backpacking Gear of 2022
We've taken the time to list all of our favorite backpacking gear in one place. This dream list has options for any type of trail treader.
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August 4, 2022
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Close-up of a mosquito perched on human skin, showing details of its legs and body.
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Gear Lab: Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2022
We tested backpacking water filters and treatment systems from Platypus, Sawyer, Katadyn, LifeStraw, and others to find the best option for your...
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May 31, 2022
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Man outdoors filters water using a portable Sawyer filter into a blue bottle in a mountainous landscape.
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GearLab: Best Backpacking Water Filter of 2021
Best Backpacking Water Filter of 2021
Gear Lab
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September 16, 2021
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Sawyer black portable water filter with squeeze pouch, syringe, and cleaning accessories.
Reviews
Editor's Choice: Sawyer Micro Squeeze Review from Outdoor Gear Lab
Sawyer Micro Squeeze Review
Gear Lab
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September 16, 2021
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Sawyer Mini water filter with squeeze pouch, cleaning plunger, and straw for outdoor use.
Reviews
Best Backpacking Water Filters and Treatment of 2018
An unrivaled price-to-weight ratio in our extensive review, the Sawyer Mini takes the cake for our Best Buy award.
Gear Lab
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September 16, 2021
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Woman drinking water outdoors using Sawyer water filter attached to blue hydration pack.
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Sawyer MINI earns 2014 Best Buy in Filter Review by OutdoorGearLab
"An adaptable, lightweight, and compact water filter, the Sawyer Mini is a useful personal water treatment system that is very inexpensive."
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September 16, 2021
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Backpacker with a large backpack and walking stick overlooking a mountain range with snow patches.
Tips & Guides
OutdoorGearLab: Dream Backpacking Gear List
Dream Backpacking Gear List
Gear Lab
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September 16, 2021
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Man sitting on grass in mountains using a portable water filter to fill a bottle.
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OutdoorGearLab: Best Backpacking Water Filter of 2020
Best Backpacking Water Filter of 2020
Gear Lab
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September 16, 2021
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Man sitting on grass in mountains filtering water with Sawyer squeeze filter into blue bottle.
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Gear Lab: The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2020
The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2020
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September 16, 2021
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