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 8 Best 52V Electric Bike Controllers from CSBST, JOCHEN, Aramox and more in October 2026, weighing amperage, voltage range, display…
I compared 8 Best Bike Baskets For Groceries from Bushwhacker, CXWXC, Lunies and more and other brands to find which ones carry…
I compared 7 CO2 inflators for mountain bikes in October 2026, from BriskMore, CXWXC, Ctrepower and more and others. The picks focus…
I compared 8 Best Bikepacking Seat Packs from ROCKBROS, Ortlieb, OFFBONDAGE and more and others to find which ones hold their shape…
I compared 6 best flat pedals for road bikes from ROCKBROS, CXWXC, GEWAGE and more and other brands for October 2026, weighing…
I compared 6 ANT+ heart rate monitors for cycling from CooSpo, POWR LABS, Scosche and more to find straps that pair cleanly…
I compared 6 bike tool kits with cassette tools from Oumers, DURATECH, NCYDMTL and more in October 2026. The Best Bike Tool…
I compared 6 Best Rain Jackets For Hiking from Outdoor Ventures, COOFANDY, Hikevitang and more and more to find shells that handle…
I compared 8 Bluetooth heart rate monitors for cycling from CooSpo, POWR LABS, Scosche and more to find straps that hold a…
I compared 6 best trekking poles for seniors from Hiker Hunger Outfitters, Urban Poling, Cascade Mountain Tech and more to find stable,…
