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7 Hiking Tech Things You Should Take With You

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Essential technology and gear that enhance safety, navigation, communication, and hydration on hiking trails while documenting adventures through modern devices and tracking fitness progress.

Portable Power Rechargers Portable Power Rechargers
Experience the power of Goal Zero by improving your lifestyle with our portable power stations, solar generators, solar panels, power banks, and ho...
goalzero.com
Hiking GPS | Handheld GPS for Hikers | Garmin Hiking GPS | Handheld GPS for Hikers | Garmin
Go farther than ever before when finding adventure with hiking and handheld GPS devices from Garmin.
www.garmin.com
Best Satellite Communicators Best Satellite Communicators
If you need to communicate from beyond cell signal, we've tested the products and services and report back on equipment from Motorola, Garmin, SPOT...
www.outdoorgearlab.com
The Best GPS Watches of 2026 The Best GPS Watches of 2026
We purchased and tested the 18 best GPS watches from Apple, Garmin, Coros, Suunto, and more to help you find the perfect watch for training and adv...
www.outdoorgearlab.com
The Best Portable Power Stations of 2025 The Best Portable Power Stations of 2025
A good portable power station will keep you off the plug for days or even weeks at a time. We've tested the latest, including Anker, Goal Zero, and...
gearjunkie.com

GPS Devices & Navigation

The Best Hiking GPS of 2026 | Nail the Trail The Best Hiking GPS of 2026 | Nail the Trail
Here are the best hiking GPS devices of 2026. These handheld hiking GPS devices are designed to offer maximum performance and functionality.
Nail the Trail
The Best Handheld GPS The Best Handheld GPS
Getting lost is the last thing you need on any outing. A handheld GPS unit can help you find your way even in remote areas with no cell service. ...
GearLab
Hiking GPS | Handheld GPS for Hikers | Garmin Hiking GPS | Handheld GPS for Hikers | Garmin
Go farther than ever before when finding adventure with hiking and handheld GPS devices from Garmin.
www.garmin.com
Best Satellite Communicators Best Satellite Communicators
If you need to communicate from beyond cell signal, we've tested the products and services and report back on equipment from Motorola, Garmin, SPOT...
www.outdoorgearlab.com
Switchback Travel | Best Satellite Messengers of 2026 Switchback Travel | Best Satellite Messengers of 2026
For emergency use or simply keeping in touch while in the backcountry, we break down the top satellite messengers on the market
switchbacktravel.com

Portable Power Banks & Solar Chargers

Portable Power Rechargers Portable Power Rechargers
Experience the power of Goal Zero by improving your lifestyle with our portable power stations, solar generators, solar panels, power banks, and ho...
goalzero.com
Portable Power: Power Banks & Power Stations | Goal Zero Portable Power: Power Banks & Power Stations | Goal Zero
From family camping trips to the most rugged expeditions, our line of portable power banks and small power stations keeps your gear charged and rea...
goalzero.com
Backpacking & Hiking Solar Chargers and Power Banks | Goal Zero Backpacking & Hiking Solar Chargers and Power Banks | Goal Zero
Explore lightweight solar chargers and power banks for backpacking and hiking. Hang a panel off your pack and collect power from the sun on the move.
goalzero.com
The Best Power Stations of 2026 The Best Power Stations of 2026
We put the top 8 power stations to a head-to-head test, including Jackery, Anker, EcoFlow, Goal Zero Yeti, and more, to find the best
www.outdoorgearlab.com
The Best Power Banks of 2025 The Best Power Banks of 2025
We tested power banks from Nestout, Skullcandy, BioLite, Goal Zero, and more to help you find the best model for your budget and needs.
gearjunkie.com
The Best Portable Power Stations of 2025, Tested and Reviewed The Best Portable Power Stations of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
Find the best portable power stations for your backcountry and frontcountry plans, based on extensive, hands-on testing.
www.outdoorlife.com
I review outdoor gear for a living — these are the 6 portable power banks I'd spend my money on I review outdoor gear for a living — these are the 6 portable power banks I'd spend my money on
Top picks to keep your devices powered up while you hike, camp, or go fully off-grid.
www.tomsguide.com

Headlamps & Lighting

Headlamps & Rechargeable Headlamps | Black Diamond Headlamps & Rechargeable Headlamps | Black Diamond
Shop headlamps from Black Diamond. Our battery powered and rechargeable headlamps are designed for running, climbing, and more.
blackdiamondequipment.com
The best headlamps: tested and rated for hiking, camping and running The best headlamps: tested and rated for hiking, camping and running
The best headlamps illuminate your campsite nights, predawn summit raids and backcountry expeditions
www.rei.com
Headlamps - Petzl USA | Sport Headlamps - Petzl USA | Sport
Petzl USA. At Petzl, we’ve been innovating hands-free lighting for over 50 years, providing our customers with headlamps that deliver the highest p...
www.petzl.com
The Best Headlamps of 2025 The Best Headlamps of 2025
We tested the best headlamps of 2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include BioLite, Black Diamond, and more!
gearjunkie.com
Switchback Travel | Best Headlamps Switchback Travel | Best Headlamps
From the trail and camp to the crag, a bright headlamp is an endlessly useful piece of gear that you should never leave home without
switchbacktravel.com
The Best Headlamps of 2026 - The Big Outside The Best Headlamps of 2026 - The Big Outside
Outdoors blogger Michael Lanza from The Big Outside picks the best headlamps for hiking, backpacking, climbing, running, and ski touring.
thebigoutside.com
7 Best Headlamps of 2026 (Tested and Reviewed) 7 Best Headlamps of 2026 (Tested and Reviewed)
We spent 400+ nights testing the best headlamps for brightness, battery life, comfort, and ease of use for backpacking, hiking, running, climbing, ...
www.treelinereview.com

Action Cameras & Photography Gear

The 5 Best Cameras For Hiking And Backpacking of 2026 The 5 Best Cameras For Hiking And Backpacking of 2026
The Fujifilm X-T5 is the best camera for hiking that we've tested. It has a sturdy, weather-sealed body, with a relatively portable design and plen...
RTINGS.com
Switchback Travel | Best Cameras for Hiking and Backpacking of 2026 Switchback Travel | Best Cameras for Hiking and Backpacking of 2026
You can do better than an iPhone when capturing life on the trail
Switchback Travel
The Best Action Cameras of 2025 Compared: DJI Osmo Action 6, Insta360 Ace Pro 2, GoPro HERO13 The Best Action Cameras of 2025 Compared: DJI Osmo Action 6, Insta360 Ace Pro 2, GoPro HERO13
Compare the DJI Osmo Action 6 Pro, Insta360 Ace Pro 2, and GoPro HERO13 — the top action cameras this year.
www.redsharknews.com
The best action camera for 2025: we tested the top cameras for adventures from GoPro, Insta360, DJI and more The best action camera for 2025: we tested the top cameras for adventures from GoPro, Insta360, DJI and more
The best action cameras for recording your escapades
www.techradar.com
The best action cameras for 2026 The best action cameras for 2026
These are the best action cameras you can get right now, including the top models from GoPro, DJI, Insta360 and more.
www.engadget.com

Emergency Communication & Safety Devices

inReach® Satellite Communicators | Messengers | Garmin inReach® Satellite Communicators | Messengers | Garmin
Stay safe off-the-grid with inReach® satellite communicators. Features include two-way text messaging (satellite subscription required), SOS trigge...
www.garmin.com
Safety: What is a PLB and should you invest in one? - HikeWest Safety: What is a PLB and should you invest in one? - HikeWest
Although hiking offers incredible opportunities to explore nature, it also involves risks, particularly if you enjoy hiking in more remote location...
HikeWest
inReach® Satellite Communicators | Messengers | Garmin inReach® Satellite Communicators | Messengers | Garmin
Stay safe off-the-grid with inReach® satellite communicators. Features include two-way text messaging (satellite subscription required), SOS trigge...
www.garmin.com
Switchback Travel | Best Satellite Messengers of 2026 Switchback Travel | Best Satellite Messengers of 2026
For emergency use or simply keeping in touch while in the backcountry, we break down the top satellite messengers on the market
switchbacktravel.com
Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review (Including Real-Life SOS) - The Trek Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review (Including Real-Life SOS) - The Trek
Our reviewer tested the Garmin inReach Mini 2 on a five-week Colorado Trail thru-hike, including a real-life SOS call.
thetrek.co
How I Use My Garmin inReach Mini Satellite Communicator | AdventureTaco How I Use My Garmin inReach Mini Satellite Communicator | AdventureTaco
A few years ago, I wrote a post about how I got started adventuring out into the middle of nowhere all by myself. I went into a bunch of details ab...
adventuretaco.com

Fitness Trackers & Smartwatches

The Best GPS Watches of 2026 The Best GPS Watches of 2026
We purchased and tested the 18 best GPS watches from Apple, Garmin, Coros, Suunto, and more to help you find the perfect watch for training and adv...
www.outdoorgearlab.com
The Best Fitness Watches of 2026 The Best Fitness Watches of 2026
We tested the best fitness watches of 2026 with options for every budget. Our top picks include Garmin, COROS, Fitbit, and more!
gearjunkie.com
We've tested every running watch on the market — these are the best ones We've tested every running watch on the market — these are the best ones
From Garmin to Apple, Coros to Polar, these are the best GPS watches for runners
www.runnersworld.com
6 Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026 (Field-Tested) 6 Best Hiking and Backpacking Watches of 2026 (Field-Tested)
We tested the latest GPS and ABC hiking watches for battery life, mapping, accuracy, and durability to find the best models for day hikes, backpack...
www.treelinereview.com
Best GPS Running Watches of 2026 Best GPS Running Watches of 2026
iRunFar reviews the best GPS watches for running from Garmin, Coros, Suunto, Amazfit, Apple, and Polar.
www.irunfar.com
GPS Watch Battle 2026: Garmin vs Suunto vs Coros - Tested 🏆 GPS Watch Battle 2026: Garmin vs Suunto vs Coros - Tested 🏆
Garmin vs Suunto vs Coros best GPS watch comparison. 8-month Michigan winter testing reveals which watch wins for battery life, accuracy & value.
www.outdoortechlab.com
The 11 Best Garmin Watch Alternatives for Top-Tier Stat Tracking The 11 Best Garmin Watch Alternatives for Top-Tier Stat Tracking
Capable alternatives from Coros, Suunto, Polar and more
www.menshealth.com

Water Purification Technology

Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026 Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026
We tested 25 backpacking water filters and treatment systems from Platypus, Sawyer, Katadyn, LifeStraw, and others to find the best option for your...
www.outdoorgearlab.com
The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026 The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026
One thing you need to stay safe in the backcountry is access to clean water. Here are the best backpacking water filters of 2026.
gearjunkie.com
12 Best Backpacking Water Filters [2025] 12 Best Backpacking Water Filters [2025]
What is the best backpacking water filter for 2025. Ultralight and lightweight water filters for thru hiking, backpacking and travel now.
bikehikesafari.com
The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025 The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025
For this review, we pumped hundreds of liters of dirty water through the best backpacking water filters to find the most reliable one.
www.outdoorlife.com
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026, Tested & Reviewed | CleverHiker Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2026, Tested & Reviewed | CleverHiker
We trail-tested dozens of water filters in harsh conditions across hundreds of miles to bring you this list of the best backpacking water filters o...
www.cleverhiker.com
10 Best Backpacking Water Filters and Purifiers of 2025 10 Best Backpacking Water Filters and Purifiers of 2025
Clean drinking water is essential when you head into the backcountry. An effective, reliable water filter or purifier ensures that you have it. We ...
www.treelinereview.com