Camping

How to Spot the Perfect Campsite

We are a tribe in constant pursuit of the next real-life screensaver — that lakeside shimmer, a skyline pierced with granite peaks, ready to sponge…

Written by Sponsored Post September 14, 2017

Gearing Up for ‘Gates of the Arctic National Park’

The Alaskan Gates of the Arctic National Park is cold, wild, and unforgiving. This is the gear a group of researchers used to spend a…

Written by Andy Cochrane September 07, 2017

Lean-To Shelter: First Look At ‘High Side’ Tent

Bigger than a bivy, but tighter than a traditional tent, the 2018 ‘High Side’ shelter shoots for the weight-to-space sweet spot.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 23, 2017

Cabela’s Orion: Good Camp Tent, Easy On The Wallet

At less than $100 on sale, Cabela’s designed its Orion tent as an all-around shelter for anyone on a budget.

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2017

Ultralight Titanium Tool Digs Perfect Poo Holes

The forests are full of people, and people are full of poo. Address a gross problem with Vargo’s 1.2-ounce Titanium Dig Dig Tool.

Written by Sean McCoy August 17, 2017

BYOH: Georgia Park A Monument to #HammockLife

BYOH (bring your own hammock) and enjoy a hang in this purpose-built Georgia park.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 16, 2017

Relax Anywhere With ENO Nomad Hammock Stand

With ENO’s Nomad Hammock Stand you don’t need trees, suspended bliss can happen anywhere. Hang a hammock at the beach, in the yard, or even…

Written by Jake Ferguson August 15, 2017

Zipper Free: Sierra Designs Cloud Sleeping Bag Review

Without any zipper to close off the 40-degree, rain-soaked chill outside, I slept comfortably, nestled cocoon-like in Sierra Designs’ cleverly tricked out mummy sleeping bag.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 14, 2017

Behold, The $500 Carbon Fiber Camp Chair

GCI built this $500 carbon fiber chair for glamping, overlanding, and (probably) yachts.

Written by Sean McCoy August 11, 2017

Pick The Right Camping Chair For Overland Or Car Camping

Searching for the perfect seat around the campfire? From classic soccer game sideline camp chairs to luxurious wooden thrones, we give the low-down on the…

Written by Bryon Dorr August 09, 2017

Review: Sleeping Pad With ‘Wings’ For Hammock Campers

Overnight ‘freeze-outs’ deter many from spending the whole night hammock camping. So Klymit decided to make a hammock-specific, insulated sleeping pad.

Written by Jake Ferguson August 04, 2017

Sleep With Your Bike In This Roomy Cycling Tent: Review

The Bicycle Tour Camping Tent from NSR RIding lets you store your bike inside, with plenty of room left over for quality slumber.

Written by Hurl Everstone August 03, 2017

Custom Sleeping Bag: Big Agnes ‘Hazel’ Review

Big Agnes introduces its newest women’s sleeping bag, the Hazel SL 15. It stands apart due to its unique “customizable” fit. We tested it in…

Written by Emily Reed August 03, 2017

Review: NEMO’s First Hammock Holds Your Beer

NEMO’s first hammock, the Cloudview, was created for those that love to lounge and be social. We review it here.

Written by Jake Ferguson August 01, 2017

If You Can’t Tie A Knot, Get This App

With the discovery of Animated Knots by Grog, you should never tie a bad knot again.

Written by Sean McCoy August 01, 2017

REI’s ‘QD Air’ Hammock Tent Put to Test

REI’s Quarter Dome Tent has been popular among campers for years. Now they’ve taken the concept off the ground and created their first hammock tent…

Written by Jake Ferguson July 21, 2017

#Vanlife Essentials: 13 Products To Improve Life On The Road

Want to live the Vanlife in comfort? These 13 items will help make the road less traveled a little more luxurious.

Written by Sponsored Post July 20, 2017

Excerpt: Outdoors Cookbook For Dirtbags To Glampers

Think ‘Nutella Crepes for Peak Baggers Who Can’t Make Crepes’ sounds yummy? Brandon Leonard and Anna Brones offer goofy and practical recipes in the outdoors…

Written by Nate Mitka July 13, 2017

Creative Camping: Where To Sleep When There’s Not A Site

We’ve learned some handy tricks to finding a place to camp in rural or urban areas while biking across the country.

Written by Seth "Cap" Orme July 11, 2017

Mega Size, Warmth, & Comfort: Exped ‘MegaMat’

Designed for car campers, Exped made a sleeping pad you will dream about while fast asleep on it.

Written by Steve Goranson July 04, 2017

‘Ghost Whisperer’ Puffy Inspires Sleeping Bag Of Same Name

Airy down insulation and uber-thin face fabric made the Ghost Whisperer among the most popular of all ‘puffy’ jackets in recent years. For 2018 Mountain…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 03, 2017

Party Tents Zip Together With Mattress Built In Floor

Festivals? Group Camping? ‘Polyslumbering?’ These tents zip together, and sport built-in air mattresses and sleeping pads.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 20, 2017

Camper Inflates in 90 Seconds, No Poles Needed

Compressed air and ‘tubes’ instead of poles pitch the Opus Air Camper quickly.

Written by Nate Mitka June 16, 2017

Camp Like An Aussie: Canvas ‘Swag’ Tent Review

Recently landing into the US camping market, Australia’s popular Swag bivvy takes a different approach to traditional tent setups. We tested the Outback Swags sleep…

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 14, 2017

Cooler Feet, Better Sleep: Kelty Sine Sleeping Bag Review

Zippered vents are the name of the game in the Kelty Sine, a 35 degree down sleeping bag, great for those with sweaty toes.

Written by Nate Mitka June 14, 2017

Camping On Campus: MN University Opens Campground

At the University of Minnesota Duluth, six campsites are available for overnight stays and bonfires under the stars.

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2017

Gear Picked By Eagle Scouts, Delivered Monthly

Pay a subscription, and rope, compasses, multi-tools and other hand-selected, Scouting-themed outdoors necessities ship to your door each month.

Written by Nate Mitka June 09, 2017

Solo Stove Review: Better Bonfire Without the Smoke

Backyard bonfires are awesome. Smoke? Not so much. The Solo Stove Bonfire gives lots of heat, with a whole lot less fumes.

Written by Sean McCoy June 07, 2017

Sleeping Bag Review: Nemo ‘Thermal Gills’ Vent Heat

A built-for-women sleeping bag has innovations to increase comfort, breathability, and water resistance.

Written by Lizzy Scully June 07, 2017

First Look: Zenbivy Sleeping System For ‘Side Sleepers’

The Zenbivy is a new take on the traditional sleeping bag intended to enhance comfort for side sleepers. We put it to the test for…

Written by Sean McCoy June 01, 2017

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