Garrett Vance is the senior outdoor gear and tech editor at Nations Trails. Based in Bellingham, Washington, between the North Cascades and the coast, he covers hiking footwear, backpacks, trekking poles, rain shells and layers, cycling and snow sports gear, and outdoor electronics such as GPS watches and headlamps. He compares products on fit, weight, materials, and battery life so readers can pick gear that suits their own trips.
I compared 7 best bike tool kits with bottom bracket tool from MUQZI, Mimoke, DURATECH and more to see which ones actually…
I compared 8 Best Affordable Snowboard Bindings from System, Nidecker, Union and more to find bindings that hold up on groomers and…
I compared the Best Binoculars For Hiking for October 2026, weighing magnification, weight, and eye relief across occer, Vortex, Adasion and more.…
I compared 6 best Gore Tex jackets from GOREWEAR, Arc'teryx, Rab for October 2026, weighing shell fabric, hood design, pit zips, and…
I compared 6 bike repair stands for garage and shop use, from CXWXC, CHEPARK, VEVOR and more and others, to find stable…
I compared 6 best ski helmets with Bluetooth from Wildhorn Outfitters, Sena, LIVALL and more to find which ones keep audio clear…
I compared 8 best baby carriers for hiking from Luvdbaby, ClevrPlus, besrey and more and beyond to find which frames, harnesses, and…
I compared 6 bikepacking tents from Naturehike, Big Agnes, MSR and more to find shelters that pack onto handlebars and frame bags.…
I compared 6 men's ski bibs from Arctix, GEMYSE, Tearom this October to find which ones handle wet snow and long lift…
I compared 6 GPS hiking watches from Garmin, Tiwain, baoinse and more to find the ones that hold a satellite lock on…
