Camping

Get Off-Grid: 7 Tips For ‘Boondocking’ Your Camper

To truly appreciate your RV or camping trailer, you’ve got to take it off the grid once in a while. Here’s how to properly ‘boondock’.

Written by Sponsored Post December 08, 2016

Build Your Own (Stylish) Teardrop Trailer

A fresh take on the age-old teardrop that you can build yourself.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 01, 2016

Cyber Monday: Best Outdoor Gear Deals

We dug hard to find the top Cyber Monday deals on outdoors gear on the Internet. These will update through the day.

Written by GJ Staff November 28, 2016

9 Best Men’s Short Sleeping Bags

Nine sleeping bags were put through months of testing and countless nights outside for this review. Here are the best men’s short sleeping bags for…

Written by Jake Ferguson November 23, 2016

Green Is The New Black: Free State Parks On Friday

California’s ‘Green Friday’ initiative offers free passes for nearly half the state’s 208 parks the day after Thanksgiving

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 21, 2016

Sky-High Sleep: Touring Montana Fire Towers

Sleep on a mountain summit where views stretch to the horizon. Montana’s fire towers are a special place to stay, and bike packing lets you…

Written by Steve Graepel November 15, 2016

Did He Survive? PR Stunt Pitted Copywriter Against The Wild

An outdoors newbie roughs it for five days in this video. The results are both hilarious and perplexing.

Written by GJ Staff November 02, 2016

SOL Bivvy Review: Emergency Night’s Sleep

Packing light or preparing for emergencies, these bivvy sacks make a convenient go-anywhere sleeper.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 27, 2016

UGOAT ‘Multi-Trailer’ Is A Bombproof Tow-Behind

This is might be the baddest all-terrain trailer we’ve ever seen.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 17, 2016

Klymit Two-Person Pad: Camp, Snuggle (And Bounce)

In theory, a two-person sleeping pad is a soft spot to snuggle up with your hiking lover. We used the Klymit Double V to put…

Written by Sean McCoy October 14, 2016

Unexpected Gear Of Mountain Pro Andrew Skurka

From Frito-laced chili homemade kits, this is some of the unexpected gear that lightens renowned explorer Andrew Skurka’s pack and keeps him safe and comfortable…

Written by Andrew Skurka October 11, 2016

Secret ‘Getaway’ Houses For Spontaneous Outings

Rent one of these mobile tiny homes near New York or Boston, but don’t fret about planning. You won’t know where your rental is parked…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 11, 2016

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad: Non-Stretch Baffles Mean Comfort

Non-stretch baffles, smaller pack weight, and more loft? The NEMO Tensor sleeping pad we tested had some surprising features.

Written by Steve Graepel October 10, 2016

‘Power Stations’ Give New Form To Outdoors Lighting

GEAR AID, a longtime gear repair brand, recently rebranded and introduced an all-new line of outdoor tools: task lights and power stations.

Written by Sponsored Post October 07, 2016

Duh! Clever Hack For Wind Resistant Matches

Such a simple trick to make matches wind resistant!

Written by GJ Staff October 03, 2016

First Look: REI Upgrades ‘Quarter Dome’ Tent For 2017

The REI Quarter Dome is among the most popular tents sold in the U.S., and for 2017 it’s completely redesigned. We got a first look…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 28, 2016

First Look: Primus Tupike For The Campground Gourmet

If your campsite is regularly filled with the aroma of gourmet cooking, the Primus Tupike can match your knife skills and live up to your…

Written by Sean McCoy September 28, 2016

Winnebago Just Made a Dirtbag Dream Van

Built on the Ford Transit chassis, this week Winnebago unveils a small motorhome made for the ‘van life’ crowd. But its price tag could keep…

Written by GJ Staff September 23, 2016

Review: US-Made Hammock Created From Plastic Bottles

This simple hammock by Yukon Outfitters, the SomniSmart, is made in the USA from recycled plastic bottles.

Written by Adam Nubern September 23, 2016

New To Camping? Rent A ‘Camp Kit’

A new company rents all the gear you need for camping and backpacking. We talked to the founder for a primer.

Written by Paddy O’Connell September 16, 2016

High Tech Sleep: Big Agnes Reboots Q-Core Pad

This year, Big Agnes ups the ante in three holy grails of sleeping pad design: light weight, comfort, and durability.

Written by Sponsored Post September 15, 2016

5 Favorite Free, Beautiful Camp Spots

After a year on the road, a wandering adventurer shares her favorite five dispersed campsites.

Written by Mallory Paige September 12, 2016

First Look: Sierra Designs ‘High Route’ Modular Shelter

Renowned adventurer Andrew Skurka teamed up with Sierra Designs on a lightweight tent for hikers. We put it to a review in the Rocky Mountains.

Written by Sean McCoy September 09, 2016

Camp Gourmet? Meet the ‘Skottle’

Essentially a wok with a gas burner supported by a tripod, the ‘Skottle’ could be your next favorite camp stove.

Written by Mallory Paige September 06, 2016

New York’s Secret Rooftop Camping Club Is On The Move

Urban camping on the roof of a high-rise building? A burgeoning movement is working to motivate city-dwellers to unplug and sleep under the stars.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 02, 2016

First Look: MSR Trailshot Microfilter Gives Fast, Filtered Water Anywhere

Remove giardia, cryptosporidum, and more with a one-hand pump water filter that weighs just five ounces. We put the Trailshot to the test.

Written by Chelsey Magness September 02, 2016

USA-Made Gear: 20 Domestic Stand-Outs

Some of the outdoor world’s best gear is made in America. Here we highlight 20 domestic stand-outs from around the country.

Written by GJ Staff August 24, 2016

Free Days At All National Parks Next Week

Get your boots and backpack ready for free entrance to all national parks next week.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 19, 2016

‘Wearable Sleeping Bag’ Is 30 Outfits In One

Turn your sleeping bag into a dress, or a sweater, or 28 other garments with this head-scratching invention.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 12, 2016

KUIU: Hunting Brand Makes Top-Tier Tents, Packs, Bags

The KUIU Super Down sleeping bag and Storm Start four season tent are designed with backcountry hunters in mind, but the high quality products will…

Written by Sean McCoy August 12, 2016

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