Take a hike, pal

Everything you need to hit the trail. [Rolling cooler; camera; hiking boot] Photo by Titan / Sony / Danner / Reviewed There’s nothing like a hike on a fall morning. Although we’re not quite to [leaf peeping season]( yet, I highly recommend taking a little jaunt in the woods while the leaves are (mostly) green. A little time outside is good for the soul, dear reader. Today, we’re venturing through the best hiking equipment we’ve tested, from boots to water bottles and everything in between. I’ll leave you with a recommendation from one of my best friends who hiked the Appalachian Trail last year: a [set of adjustable hiking poles]( that you can extend while going downhill but retract when you’re trekking up. Sara Beth Bolin Staff Writer, Newsletters Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed's editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. [Rain coat; hiking boot; LifeStraw] Photo by REI / Merrell / LifeStraw / Reviewed Everything you need for a hike Your feet are the most important tool when you hit the trail, so you need to outfit them correctly. According to our reviewers, hiking boots by [Merrell]( and [Danner]( are great options, but if you’d rather go the trail running route, [we’ve tested those]( too. Socks are almost as important as your shoe of choice—[our favorites]( are lightweight and comfortable. Don’t forget to grab [shorts]( or [pants]( as well as a [rain jacket]( in case there’s a shower in the forecast. Now that you’re dressed, let’s talk gear. You’ll need a source of water, and [our favorite water bottle]( or [this LifeStraw filter]( will do the trick. If you want to document your journey, grab a [camera]( that’s great for all skill levels. Pack it all up in a [hiking backpack]( we love, and if you’re staying overnight, take a look at [our camping essentials]( rounded up our favorite [tents]( [lanterns]( [sleeping bags]( and more. More Stories #[Olight flashlight]( Olight’s new flashlight shines bright When you’re in need of a flashlight, you don’t want to worry if it works. Olight’s newest flashlight has great battery life, is easy to carry, and has three-in-one functionality—you can rely on it every time you need it. [READ MORE]( #[Ear with hearing aid]( How do hearing aids work? Hearing aids are game-changers for those with hearing loss or impairment, but how do they actually work? We asked an audiologist for a breakdown of the functionality, build, and types of hearing aids on the market. [READ MORE]( #[Black air fryer]( This air fryer is a multitasking chef’s dream When you’re whipping up a meal, it can be tricky to time everything, especially when you’re working with limited cooking space. This air fryer has two cooking zones that you can sync up to finish at the same time via your smartphone. [READ MORE]( #[Electric toothbrush]( The best electric toothbrushes Want to level up your dental hygiene routine? An electric toothbrush is the way to go. Our favorites have pressure sensors, several brushing modes, and a two-minute timer so you brush long enough every time. [READ MORE]( Shop these deals - We found [tons of beauty deals]( at amazon, like [teeth whitening strips]( and [tiktok's favorite hair tool](. - these [apple deals]( are ready to harvest—shop [airtags]( and [ipads]( for less. - [The best walmart deals]( include a great [slow cooker]( and a [dyson vacuum](. [Placeholder] JOIN THE CARPOOL [Subscribe to our monthly newsletter]( and get expert guidance for every stage of your parenting journey. [Share with a friend]( [Subscribe]( [Visit us on Facebook!]( [Visit us on Instagram!]( [Visit us on Twitter!]( [Visit us on YouTube!]( [Visit us on Pinterest!]( [Reviewed Logomark]Reviewed is part of the USA Today network Reviewed 19 Brookline St Cambridge, MA 02139-4103 Copyright © 2024 Reviewed, All rights reserved. Is this email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser](. [Update your email preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](