Why is is that so many publishers are only interested in reviewing the latest gear? We get it: New stuff is exciting. And you can sell a lot more gear by encouraging people to upgrade every year. But I think we’re all aware that most of the time, the latest is not always the greatest. Our Editors’ Lists don’t pretend that the newest gear is always the best. They’re a combination of some newer gear, older items that we still think are the best options, and even gear you can’t get any more—sometimes highlighting those items shine a light on what the gear industry is missing. After all, often the best gear is the stuff already in your closet. The cut off to get Issue 9 and the first Editors’ List in a subscription is January 31st. Get onboard at trailsmag.net #trailsmag #gearreview #backpackinggear