Camping

World’s Best Bucket? YETI Adds Muscle to the Pail

How many uses can a bucket bring? This video displays a wealth of scenarios, some classic, some new for the ever-useful YETI LoadOut Bucket.

Written by Sponsored Post November 29, 2017

No Ice Needed: Put a Refrigerator in Your Car

The Dometic CFX35W adds WiFi and a mobile app interface to an already popular line of 12-volt fridges.

Written by Christophe Noel November 27, 2017

Sweet Suite! Unique Tent Design Gives Strong Results

Pre-bent poles give this semi-freestanding Sierra Designs tent more space without the extra weight.

Written by Abby Taylor November 21, 2017

First Look: REI’s ‘Iconic’ Half Dome Tents Get 2018 Facelift

REI will roll out a new line of its flagship tents in 2018. We spent a few nights in Great Smoky Mountains National Park camped…

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 07, 2017

Meet the World’s Lightest Hammock

Weighing a scant 4 ounces, the 8-foot Daylite hammock packs down smaller than your phone.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 01, 2017

Rechargeable ‘Smokeless’ Fire: BioLite FirePit First Look

Crank up the dial to get a campfire raging in just minutes. Or, turn it down to keep a mellow fire nearly smokeless. BioLite brings…

Written by GJ Staff October 17, 2017

Sleep on the Lake: Floating Tent Pitches on the Water

Who needs a waterbed when you can inflate a whole tent right on the water’s surface?

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 12, 2017

REI Launches Discount Used Gear Online

One person’s worn out old gear is another camper’s treasure.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 10, 2017

Hammock Camping: Kammok Koala Underquilt Review

The Koala underquilt is a popular choice for hammock campers. The new synthetic version is as nice as its feathered cousin at fraction of the price.

Written by Jake Ferguson October 06, 2017

Like Fall Colors? Check Out this ‘Foliage Map’ for Campers

This website helps you find campsites based on price, terrain, and the best autumn foliage. Think of it as pumpkin spice for your campsite.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 06, 2017

Bad Water: How to Treat H2O in the Outdoors

Contaminated water can cause many illnesses. Here are some pointers to avoid waterborne bacteria, protozoa, and viruses that can make you sick.

Written by Steve Graepel October 02, 2017

Hitch-Mountable: ‘Rooftop’ Tents, Down To Earth

Coming soon, the Hitch n’ Pitch moves the rooftop tent off the roof, and onto a trailer hitch. It even gives the ability to leave…

Written by Sean McCoy September 27, 2017

Camp Baby! Tips and Gear to Take Your Newborn Outdoors

Getting outdoors with a baby can seem daunting. Our contributor (a new mom) offers tips and advice to get tiny ones outdoors all year.

Written by Chelsey Magness September 25, 2017

Trending Gear from ‘The Outpost’

This month, in the redwoods of Northern California, we got a peek at the industries hottest new gear at The Outpost.

Written by GJ Staff September 25, 2017

All-Mesh Treepod Offers Airy New Way to Hang

Treepods made waves among hammock campers two years ago with its hanging sleep capsules. Now, it’s letting in a breeze.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 21, 2017

‘Smokeless’ Fire Pit Cooks Food, Charges Phone

No smoke, floating flames, and a grate to cook your meal: Meet the BioLite FirePit.

Written by Sean McCoy September 19, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Falling Branches

When setting up camp, don’t forget to look up! Falling branches can hit campsites. Their old-school nickname — widowmaker — came about for a very…

Written by Steve Graepel September 15, 2017

Review: A Serious Sleeping Bag For Kid Backpackers

The Feathered Friends Flicker Nano sleeping bag gives kids a high-end option on a level similar to top down adult offerings.

Written by Steve Graepel September 14, 2017

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

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