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The Best Men’s Travel Pants of 2025

Jan 15, 2025 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel

(Photo/Steve Graepel) Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Have your flights booked? We’ve got your backside covered with the best men’s travel pants on the market for 2025. From the Andean cloud forests to deep desert canyons, to long backcountry road trips and Parisian markets, these pants have been tested to tackle any adventure and do it all in style.
The Best Base Layers for Men of 2024-2025

Oct 28, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel |Austin Beck-Doss

We tested the best men's base layers of 2024-2025 with options for every budget. Top picks include Patagonia, Smartwool, and more. The best base layers for men are versatile pieces that go from the piste to the cabin with ease; (photo/Steve Graepel)Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn MoreStaying warm this winter starts from the ground up, and we’ve been testing the best base layers for men all season to pad out your closet.
The Best Men's Flannels

Oct 3, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel

Flannel up this fall to hike, operate the tailgate grill, or tame the fall foliage. We've found the best classic wool, cotton, and technical flannel shirts for men. The best flannels are made for hard work, and cuts from Pladra make the grade; (photo/Erika Courtney)Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article.
The Best Men's Flannels of 2024 DNP

Sep 25, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel

Flannel up this fall to hike, operate the tailgate grill, or tame the fall foliage. We've found the best classic wool, cotton, and technical flannel shirts for men. Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn MoreAsk the GearJunkie staff what their favorite season is, and it would undeniably be flannel season — doing fall chores, warming up by the fire, and simply working from home.
The Best Cycling Bibs of 2024

Sep 16, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel |Seiji Ishii |Bennett Shane |Jeremy Benson

The right bib shorts can mean the difference between a ride to remember and an uncomfortable sufferfest. Here, we break down the best men's cycling bibs of 2024. Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn MoreThe right cycling bibs are the foundation of your comfort on the bike. Serving as the critical interface between our bodies and our bike saddles, the best cycling bibs can enhance your comfort, performance, and enjoyment on every ride.
The Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2024

Aug 26, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Chris Carter |Rob Simpson |Steve Graepel

With a focus on comfort, durability, and performance, we’ve found the best men’s hiking pants for any adventure you could drum up. The legs are the body’s primary mode of transportation, and pants are their first line of defense. Finding the best hiking pants for your objective can keep your legs comfortable, warm (or cool), and abrasion-free, keeping your mind on the trail ahead.
DNT (Bullwhip): The Best Carry-On Luggage of 2024

Jul 25, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Miya Tsudome |Chris Carter |Steve Graepel

Let’s face it, traveling can be stressful. But with the right carry-on luggage, transit on planes, trains, and automobiles can be a lot easier. Looking for the best new piece of carry-on luggage for your next trip? We all know there’s nothing worse than toting around a cumbersome piece of luggage, bulging at the seams with the amount of clothes you’ve tried to stuff into it for a weekend getaway.
James Bond Carry-On: Sterling Pacific 40L Cabin Travel Case Review

Jul 25, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel

It's aluminum, made in America, and comes at an eye-wincing price. But you'll travel like a badass toting Sterling Pacific's Cabin Travel Case. Way back in the plane, I was the last to walk out of coach. I landed in Osaka, Japan, running from the rising sun for the last 12 hours. “Now that’s a nice carry-on!” the flight attendant piped. “Expensive!”I chuckled. She wasn’t wrong.
Wool Wardrobe for a Weekend Getaway: Huckberry 'Proof' 72-Hour Travel Kit Review

Jun 12, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Steve Graepel

Lightweight, packable, and stink- and wrinkle-proof, merino wool has long been the ideal choice for traveling. Is this '72-hour' kit all you need? Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn MoreAs the lead travel pant reviewer, I usually travel with a stack of clothes from multiple brands, putting them through their paces, and collecting feedback for the men’s flannel and travel pant roundups. But not this time.
DNT(Bullwhip): The Best Hiking Pants for Men of 2024

Jun 5, 2024 | gearjunkie.com | Chris Carter |Steve Graepel

With a focus on comfort, durability, and performance, we’ve found the best men’s hiking pants for any adventure you could drum up. The legs are the body’s primary mode of transportation, and pants are their first line of defense. Finding the best hiking pants for your objective can keep your legs comfortable, warm (or cool), and abrasion-free, keeping your mind on the trail ahead.