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Staff Pick: Jackson Rockstar 5.0 Whitewater Playboat
November 5, 2026
A Next Adventure staffer's first impressions of the Jackson Rockstar 5.0, a lightweight and highly customizable playboat for surfing river waves and downriver play. ...
Mitchell Sheridan
Spring Camping Gear Checklist for Portland & the Pacific Northwest
A complete spring camping checklist for Portland and the PNW: shelter, sleep system, camp kitchen, rain gear, layers, footwear, and safety essentials for cold, wet,...
Kwame Kilonzo
Hiking With Your Dog: How to Start, Safety Tips, and Gear
How to start hiking with your dog: conditioning and trail manners, the collar, harness, leash, and pack setup we trust, paw care, first aid, heat...
Jamie Oliver
How to Buy a Climbing Harness
How to choose a climbing harness: parts of a harness, matching it to sport, trad or alpine climbing, safety certifications, fit, gear loops and packability....
Ka'elo Lindsey
Tips for Running in Rain, Snow, Cold, and Heat
How to stay safe and comfortable running in Pacific Northwest weather: shoes with grip, visibility, layering, and tips for rain, snow, and summer heat. ...
Jared Links
Climbing Ropes: Which Rope Is Right for You?
How to choose a climbing rope: understand rope type, length, diameter, UIAA specs and dry treatment, then match the rope to outdoor cragging, the gym...
Matt Hanrahan
How to Buy a Sleeping Pad for Camping & Backpacking
Foam, self-inflating, or inflatable? How to choose a sleeping pad by R-value, comfort, size, weight, and durability for camping and backpacking. ...
Video: How to Repair Your Outdoor Gear with Tenacious Tape
Watch how to patch a down jacket, tent, or sleeping pad with Gear Aid Tenacious Tape in a few simple steps. ...
Reuben Schafir
How to Select a Belay Device for Climbing
How to choose a belay device: tube-style vs. assisted braking vs. figure-8, plus rope compatibility, weight, and multipitch considerations. ...
Video: Tips for Trading In Your Used Outdoor Gear
How to prep used outdoor gear for trade-in at Next Adventure: what we look for in footwear, camping gear, apparel, skis, boards and climbing gear....
Gino Traboulsi
How to Choose a Tent: Camping vs. Backpacking, Size, and Seasons
How to choose a tent: car camping vs. backpacking designs, freestanding vs. non-freestanding setups, sizing and vestibules, 3-season vs. 4-season, and the accessories worth adding....
Ben Ferguson
Buying Guide: How to Choose a Sleeping Bag
How to choose a sleeping bag for camping or backpacking: temperature ratings explained, down vs. synthetic fill, shape and sizing, useful features, and care tips....