Quality, Budget-Conscious Hiking Gear Kit
Our recommendations for hiking gear that's high-quality, budget-conscious, and built to last.
We believe great gear shouldn't come with a great price tag, but it also shouldn't fall apart on your second hike. This kit rounds up our picks for budget-conscious hikers who still want equipment built to last. A little more upfront gets you a lot more value on the trail. Gear built to go the distance, one trail at a time.
Mountain Safety Research (MSR)
DynaLock™ Trail Backcountry Poles ($89.95)
Two-section aluminum construction for snowshoers, hikers and skiers who demand simplicity and maximum durability.
Gregory
Nano 16 ($69.95)
Pack a bit more for your every day with the Nano 16 daypack. This simple top-loading pack with a stylish outdoor design is ideal for all your trail and travel needs.
Platypus
QuickDraw™ Filter ($39.95)
An ultralight, easy-to-use water filter built for hikers who want fast, reliable filtration without adding bulk to their pack. It screws right onto Platypus soft bottles and reservoirs, making it simple to fill up and filter water straight from the trail.
PackTowl
Personal Towel (Ranges from $16.95 - $54.95)
Top-selling microfiber camp and travel towel. Made of 50% recycled fabric.
CEP
Hiking Light Cushion Mid Cut Compression Socks ($28)
These compression socks pair merino breathability with targeted cushioning for blister-free comfort when hiking long trails.
UAG X DRYOUT
Phone Recovery Pouch made with DRYOUT® Active Moisture-Removal Technology™ ($34.95)
Moisture is everywhere, and it doesn't take a full dunk to put your phone at risk. From humid environments to unexpected spills, Phone Recovery Pouch gives you an immediate response when moisture strikes. Slip your phone inside and integrated DRYOUT® Active Moisture-Removal Technology™ gets to work, pulling moisture away and locking it into its super-absorbent core. Once the phone is dry, the pouch resets with sunlight, direct heat, or forced airflow. Infinitely reusable and always ready, it's the recovery system you'll want within reach at a moment's notice.
