Latest articles by Jessie Leong
The best 2-person tents: for backpacking and car camping
Our roundup of the best two-person tents available today will help you select the ideal backpacking or car camping shelter for you and your plus one
Black Diamond Pursuit Waist Pack 6L review: surprisingly roomy
The Black Diamond Pursuit Waist Pack 6L is a handy pack ideal for trails, gravel and slopes, but has a bit too much webbing for smaller waists
Patagonia Women’s R1 CrossStrata Hoody review: A rugged fleece that’s perfect for mountain activities
Offering protection from the elements, the Patagonia Women’s R1 CrossStrata Hoody is a technical classic with great eco-credentials
SunGod Ullrs goggles review: unrivalled quality and clarity of vision
Fully customizable, the SunGod Ullrs offer excellent visibility even in flat light
Patagonia Women’s Chambeau Rock Pants review: lightweight trousers with a comfortable waistband
Abrasion resistant and harness compatible, the Patagonia Women’s Chambeau Rock Pants are ideal for warm-weather travel
Montane Women's Terra Stretch Lite Trousers review: lightweight breathable pants that keep you cool and comfortable on the trails
Robust construction and a 4-way stretch fabric mean the Montane Women's Terra Stretch Lite Trousers are an ideal companion on dusty trails
Patagonia Women’s Hampi Rock Pants review: lightweight summer trousers perfect for traveling
With a loose fit and a comfortable elasticated waistband, the Patagonia Women’s Hampi Rock Pants are ideal for everything from climbing to long distance travel
The best women’s ski pants, bibs and salopettes 2025: tested by experts
Our selection of the best women’s ski pants, snow bibs and salopettes for great fun in the snow, tested and rated
The best women’s climbing shoes: for indoor climbing sessions, valley cragging and all-day mountain adventures
Our selection of the best women’s climbing shoes for crag days and gym sessions, whether you’re into bouldering, trad or sport climbing
The best hiking backpacks: from the lightest daypacks to sturdy alpine haulers
We've tested the best hiking backpacks to see you through all your winter climbing, fastpacking, and mountaineering adventures
How to take great photos with a smartphone on your next hike
You don't need a fancy camera when you're out in nature. Here's how to take great photos with a smartphone
The best daypacks: for shorter hikes and casual walks
Our selection of the best daypacks features lightweight backpacks for speedier hikes and walks in the backcountry
Smartwool Women’s Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve review: an all-year-round top
Breathable and fast-wicking, the Smartwool Women’s Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer feels oh-so-soft against the skin and can be worn as a mid layer too
Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20F/-6C Sleeping Bag review: keeping things light for thru-hikers
The ultralight down Therm-a-Rest Hyperion 20F/-6C Sleeping Bag has a great warmth-to-weight ratio and packs down super small
The best camping tents: for superb backcountry adventures
We round up the very best camping tents, shelters that won't let you down on your vacations and backpacking missions
Black Diamond Speed 30 backpack review: simplicity without sacrificing durability
The Black Diamond Speed 30 is a rugged, adaptable lightweight climbing rucksack perfectly suited for alpine ascents and all-year-round use
Alpkit Jaran 3 ultralight backpacking tent review: a lightweight choice for two- or three-person camping trips
Comfortable and roomy, the Alpkit Jaran 3 has two porches and plenty of living space for two or three people, making it versatile enough to use on long backpacking trips
The best women’s down jackets and puffers: stay warm on the trails
We've tested and rated the best women's down jackets for your backcountry adventures
Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Bib review: waterproof pants you can wear all day
Reliable, packable and waterproof, Patagonia Women’s Dual Aspect Bib trousers mean you’re well prepared for big days in the mountains
The best women’s hiking pants: for comfort and protection anywhere
The best women’s hiking pants provide comfort, freedom of movement and protection from the trail and the elements
Patagonia Women’s AlpLight Down Jacket review: a lightweight belay jacket that packs down small
Great for fast and light mountain adventures, or belaying at the crag, the Patagonia Women’s AlpLight Down Jacket is ultralight, highly packable and warm
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid Woman GTX hiking boots review: a versatile mid-option between protection and flexibility
Reliable and lightweight La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid Woman GTX hiking boots are capable of coping with all the elements
Patagonia Women’s Point Peak hiking pants review: high-tech, low-bulk, comfortable and versatile
Softshell pants that don’t restrict your movement, Patagonia Women’s Point Peak hiking pants boast an array of useful pockets
