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Five fuzzy insulations get measured head-to-head: Polartec Alpha Direct, Primaloft Evolve, and three Teijin Octa builds. See how structure drives air permeability, MVTR, drying rate and energy, directional R-value, and durability. Results highlight Alpha’s breathability and efficiency, Evolve’s resilience, and Octa’s structured, durable use cases for high-output backcountry l...


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Flying to a trailhead is easy until fuel, stakes, poles, and batteries come into play. This guide compiles verifiable TSA, FAA PackSafe, and airline rules into a practical packing matrix: what’s allowed on aircraft, what must be checked, what belongs in carry-on, and how to handle common edge cases safely.

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Why 72 hours in the backcountry delivers lasting mental reset: attention, stress, sleep, and decision-making—plus 24-hour options.

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Our staff selects their favorite hiking, backpacking, and other backcountry gear that they’ve used over the past year - the next edition of our infamous Staff Picks!

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