Camping

Today’s Bargains: 5 Steals Under $50

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Chaco, Carhartt, Hydro Flask, and more to save…

Written by Mary Murphy April 10, 2020

Survival Gear: 10 Items to Survive

The right gear in your backpack can literally save your life. But what survival gear should you bring?

Written by Stephen Regenold & Mallory Paige April 01, 2020

A Griller’s Call to Arms During Weird, Scary Times

We’ve given up unprecedented freedoms to protect each other from coronavirus. But one thing COVID-19 hasn’t shut down, at least not yet, is the backyard…

Written by Sean McCoy March 31, 2020

Pro Tips for Staying Warm While Winter Camping

Cold-weather camping takes specialized skills. We traveled to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in winter with local expert Dave Freeman to learn how he camps…

Written by Andy Cochrane March 30, 2020

Save 30% on a Camp Chef Camping Stove at REI

Get a deal on the Camp Chef Everest 2X High-Pressure Camping Stove. It’s just $91. These briefcase-style camping stoves are ideal for car camping, crag…

Written by Sponsored Post March 27, 2020

How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.

Written by Berne Broudy March 27, 2020

Off-Grid Life for One Year: Mesmerizing Video

Take a relaxing break in the wilderness while watching the chronicles of a year of self-reliant life off the grid.

Written by Mallory Paige March 25, 2020

House Bound? Big Agnes Wants You to Camp at Home

Lots of outdoor brands are getting creative on how they can support their communities during coronavirus. Here’s just one way you can get involved.

Written by Mary Murphy March 23, 2020

How to Spend Your REI Dividend: Gear Up During the Co-op Sale

The REI Co-op Sale has started online. Let us help you find the best gear to spend your REI dividend on. Be sure to use…

Written by Sponsored Post March 20, 2020

Grab a Seat: Our Favorite Camping Chair Is on Sale

We gave the REI’s Camp X Chair rave reviews last year, and now it’s marked down 25%. It’s one of our favorites deals among REI Co-op’s…

Written by Sponsored Post March 20, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Ledlenser Portable Backcountry Lights Giveaway

This week, five lucky winners will receive one of Ledlenser’s stellar backcountry lights!

Written by Sponsored Post March 13, 2020

We Just Tried TNF’s Most ‘Advanced Mountaineering Kit’ Yet

The North Face introduced the Advanced Mountaineering Kit at the Outdoor Retailer show last month, and it blew our minds. We got a first look…

Written by Sean McCoy March 13, 2020

This Is the Most Compact Camper Trailer We’ve Seen Yet

This compact travel trailer is only about 3 feet long, but it expands to sleep two adults in a 7-foot camper light enough to tow…

Written by Sean McCoy March 12, 2020

A Greener Igloo: Bio-Plastic, New Foam From Cooler Giant

New materials, better foam, and ‘plastic’ coolers that can biodegrade represent a new eco-ethos at the massive cooler brand.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 09, 2020

Save 44% on Our Favorite Sleeping Pad for Backpacking

Save $88 on our favorite sleeping pad for backpacking during the latest REI end-of-season sale. Get the Sea to Summit Comfort Plus Insulated Sleeping Pad…

Written by Sponsored Post March 05, 2020

Char the Meat, Not the Earth: Tiny ‘Trailblazer’ Fire Pit Review

Build a small fire pit for heating or grilling in less time than it takes to cook a brat — and all while leaving no…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 02, 2020

REI Outlet Sale: Save 40% on Big Agnes Copper Spur Tents

The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 2 mtnGLO Tent, and other tents, are on sale. REI Outlet has a clearance deal on several models…

Written by Sponsored Post February 28, 2020

Lightest REI Tents Yet: Flash Air 1 & 2 Out Now

To address the growing demand for ultralight backpacking and bikepacking tents, REI has created its lightest Co-op tents yet: the Flash Air 1 and 2.

Written by Sponsored Post February 28, 2020

Yvon Chouinard Wanted a Wood Stove, So Patagonia Built One

Consumers know Patagonia mostly for high-tech apparel and softgoods. But its latest product announcement is decidedly old-school and named simply the Patagonia Wood Burning Stove.

Written by Sean McCoy February 26, 2020

EDC Slingshot, Modernized Yurt, and More: Emerging Gear

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy February 20, 2020

5 Ways to Lighten Your Pack for Backpacking

With thru-hikes like the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail gaining popularity, hikers are constantly looking to shed weight from their packs. But you…

Written by Sponsored Post February 19, 2020

Save 40%: The North Face Gear Is on Sale Now

Check out our three favorite deals from The North Face sale at Backcountry. Save up to 40% on jackets, footwear, shorts, and more outdoor gear…

Written by Mallory Paige February 19, 2020

More Comfortable Lumens: BioLite HeadLamp 200 Review

BioLite gave up some lumens with its new headlamp, the HeadLamp 200, in exchange for a lighting source so light and comfortable you’ll forget you’re…

Written by Sean McCoy February 18, 2020

How to Camp in Winter: Polar Explorer Eric Larsen’s Tips to Stay Warm

Take it from someone who’s made a living traversing both poles by bike, ski, boot, and dogsled: Being cold sucks. Here’s how extreme explorer Eric…

Written by Will Brendza February 18, 2020

Save 50% on Our Favorite Camp Rocking Chair

This camp chair rocks. It’s light, comfortable, and 50% off right now.

Written by Mallory Paige February 17, 2020

‘Stealth’ Camping: How to Live in a U-Haul Van

This Canada-based YouTuber is taking camping to a whole new — and very different — level. Want to know how to live in a van?…

Written by Mary Murphy February 05, 2020

Outdoor Retailer First Look: 2021 Winter Camp Gear and More

The Outdoor Retailer Snow Show launches this week, and we’ll be on hand to check out the cutting-edge equipment coming next year. This camp gear,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 27, 2020

Save 50%: Best Deals at REI Winter Clearance Sale

REI’s Winter Clearance offers some of the best deals of the year. Save up to 50% on winter boots, tents, jackets, and more.

Written by Sponsored Post January 13, 2020

A Headlamp Made of Wood: Eukarya Origin Review

Headlamps are a necessity for any nighttime outdoor pursuit. And this one from Eukarya not only provides light but also sustainability and style.

Written by Mary Murphy January 09, 2020

How to Spend Your Gift Card: Cheap Outdoor Gear for Yourself

If you’re like most outdoors-lovers, odds are you landed a gift card or two to shop for yourself this year. So if you didn’t get…

Written by Paddy O'Connell January 07, 2020

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