From the snowy peaks of Kilimanjaro to the lush rainforests of Peru, we've seen all sorts of ups and downs on the trail, and while no two adventures are the same, one thing is for sure - the right gear makes ALL the difference in the great outdoors!
Our WHOApproved Gear Guide is here to help you get the most out of your adventures. It's chock-full of must-have products and features our favorite brands who are doing it right. Everything you'll see here has been thoughtfully and thoroughly trail tested by our WHOAlums and GALs to get the coveted official WHOA Adventure Seal of Approval!
It’s important to note that this Gear Guide is an ever-growing, community built collection of great gear for you, by you! Our main goal is to create a diverse catalog of reccos that reflect the diversity and values of our entire WHOA community - all shapes, sizes and styles! If there’s something you love that you think we should add to the Gear Guide shoot us an email here with the deets!
OUR #1 WHOA PRO TIP
THE BEST gear FOR YOUR ADVENTURES IS
ALSO THE BEST FOR THE
ENVIRONMENT
(and your
wallet too!)
THE BEST gear FOR YOUR ADVENTURES IS ALSO THE BEST FOR THE ENVIRONMENT (and your wallet too!)
We believe it's important to spend money to support companies that make good quality products and uphold strong ethics and values, and the brands we feature here do just that! It's always worth it in the long run to put in the research it takes to find good quality gear that fits you right, and can be by your side for decades, through whatever type of adventures you find your self on!
Many of the brands in our guide make it a priority to make products that are socially and environmentally responsible: Osprey will repair items for life. Patagonia created a website called Worn Wear to resell used Patagonia clothing as a means of reducing waste. Stasher bags are a reusable, plastic-free way to store your snacks and organize your things. You’ll be inspired by the innovative ways these brands are stepping up to be sustainable and socially responsible!
Sharing experiences and advice with others who have done something similar before makes all the difference. Lucky for you, that’s what the WHOA community is all about and we’re here for you!
USING THIS GUIDE
- How to get the most out of our WHOApproved Gear Guide -
Keep in mind that specific models and styles are updated and discontinued regularly. Make sure you read WHY these items are so beloved to get a good idea of the types of things to look for and think about when you’re choosing the gear that’s right for you and your type of adventuring! Even if the exact item, or model is no longer available, these are the brands that we think are doing it right and you should be able to find something comparable online or at your favorite local outdoor retailer.
We only feature products that we genuinely love to have on the trails, and brands we respect because of their quality and their values! That said, some of the links are affiliate links, and if you go through them to make a purchase WHOA will earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Happy Shopping!