Affiliate Disclosure
How We Make Money
TrailTestedGear is a participant in several affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites.
Amazon Associates
The Amazon logo and Amazon Associate links are a major part of our affiliate partnerships. We use Amazon's affiliate links when you're likely to make purchases on the Amazon platform.
Other Partners
We work with other outdoor gear retailers and affiliate networks to find you competitive pricing while earning referral fees.
Our Approach to Affiliate Links
Our commitment to honest reviews remains unchanged. Here's what you can expect from our affiliate approach:
1. No Free Gear
None of our reviewers receive complimentary gear in exchange for reviews. We buy everything we test with our own money, just like you would.
2. No Paid Content
We never accept money in exchange for positive coverage. Our testing process isn't influenced by brand relationships or financial incentives.
3. No Product Influence
Brands don't know we're testing their gear, and we don't share findings until they're published on the site. Testing stays independent and honest.
4. Value First
We only recommend products that offer real value to our readers. If there's a better gear option without affiliate links, we'll guide you there.
Full Disclosure
When you make a purchase through our Amazon links or other affiliate links, we may receive a small commission. This doesn't cost you anything — you pay the same price, we just get a small cut as compensation for our product knowledge and review process.
These commissions help us maintain the site, conduct more testing, and expand our gear evaluations. They don't influence our review scores or recommendation patterns.
We'll tell you when a product underperforms, when it's overpriced compared to alternatives, and when there are better options available, regardless of affiliate relationships.
If you'd like to know which specific testing was funded through affiliate programs for full transparency, let us know. We'll openly share how we're able to continue real-world testing through these programs.
Our Commitment
We're committed to providing honest, unbiased content that helps you make the best decisions for your camping needs:
- Real-world testing
- No paid reviews
- No brand bias
- No affiliate-driven scores
- Just honest, field-tested recommendations
Learn About Us or get in touch with any questions about our affiliate relationships.