Camping

50 Mistakes: Campers Offer Their Best Advice

Mistakes happen when camping. This mega-list addresses 50 common camping mistakes, offering a solution for each.

Written by Staff Post September 30, 2015

Packable ‘Firebox’ Made For Outdoors Cooking

A new camping stove can be used to burn wood, gas, alcohol — and even bake.

Written by Sean McCoy September 29, 2015

Dozing Daredevils: Hammocks Gather Over Mountain Chasm

They sleep and socialize 150 feet high in the Italian Alps.

Written by Staff Post September 28, 2015

10 Methods: Making Coffee in The Great Outdoors

Coffee makes the great outdoors even greater. These 10 ways to brew in the outdoors are easy far from home.

Written by Kyle Nossaman September 28, 2015

LED Light Strand: ‘Luminoodle’ New Kind Of Camp Lantern

A strand of silicone-encased LEDs, this simple product is bright enough to light up a tent or a picnic table for camp cooking at night.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 28, 2015

How To Build ‘Stealthy’ Fire In Hole In Ground

Mix up your campfire with a ‘Dakota fire hole.’

Written by Sean McCoy September 24, 2015

‘Artisanal Firewood’ For $1,000

Smoke & Flame is a Vancouver artisanal firewood company selling bundles of kindling for $1,000.

Written by Staff Post September 22, 2015

Wind-Proof: MSR Camp Stove Upgrade For 2016

A tester reviews the MSR WindBurner stove, which lights easily, stays heated, and quickly boils water even in the wind.

Written by Mattie Schuler September 18, 2015

‘Bed-Like Experience’ For Campsite

The Exped DeepSleep System is five inches thick and has a quilt and top sheet for luxurious sleep in a campsite. We put it to…

Written by Steve Graepel September 16, 2015

The ‘Orange Screw’ Is Ultimate Tent Stake

Sold as the ‘ultimate ground anchor,’ the Orange Screw can hold hundreds of pounds when threaded deep into dirt.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 15, 2015

Just Add Salt: PURE Device Purifies Water Chemically

The PURE Electrolytic Water Purifier from Potable Aqua has an electrically-regulated chamber that converts briny water into a microbe-killing solution.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 08, 2015

Man Carries Grill 4.5 Miles To Propose Marriage

This guy hauled a giant grill into the backcountry to make a romantic dinner. While the effort pulls at the heartstrings, hasn’t he heard of…

Written by Kyle Nossaman September 08, 2015

Family Tent: The Nemo ‘Bungalow’ Review

The Nemo Bungalow stands out as one of the most family-friendly tents around. A family of four puts this car-camping and canoeing tent to the…

Written by Jeremy Kershaw September 06, 2015

Portable: Wood-Burning Camp Stove Packable, Light

The Frontier Plus is a larger, advanced version of a popular model used in aid work worldwide.

Written by Sean McCoy September 06, 2015

Camping Scooter: Concept On Three Wheels

Aimed at the solo traveler, the Bufalino is the minimalist camper’s eco dream.

Written by Steve Graepel September 04, 2015

Tested: ENO’s Lightest Hammock Yet

Weight weenies will rejoice in a much lighter hammock system, but does it sacrifice too much comfort? Find out in this review of the ENO…

Written by Eric Lemke September 02, 2015

The Camper You Can Pull With Your Subaru

At just 1,100 pounds, the Happier Camper can be towed by many small cars, yet still packs a lot into the small trailer.

Written by Sean McCoy September 01, 2015

Hotspots and Blisters: Foot Care Tips for the Trail

We at GearJunkie have lived through the carnage of horrendous foot problems on the trail — blisters, chafing, hot spots, and lost nails.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 31, 2015

MSR Guardian Purifier – Last One You’ll Ever Need

The MSR Guardian is one of the finest water filters made with a price to match. This review puts it to the test in British…

Written by Billy Brown August 28, 2015

Solid Leki Camp Chair: Setup Is A ‘Breeze’

Leki makes some great trekking poles, and next year will enter the camp chair market with the Breeze. We test the Leki Breeze on a…

Written by Chelsey Magness August 28, 2015

Raise A Glass To Adventure — Avex Spirits Giveaway

Raise a glass to adventure! GearJunkie partners with Avex to giveaway drinking glasses from their Spirits Line.

Written by Staff Post August 26, 2015

Selk’bag ‘Wearable Sleeping Bags’ Get An Upgrade

The Selk’bag gets an upgrade so you can really wear it anywhere — if you dare.

Written by Sean McCoy August 25, 2015

Zipper-Free ‘Frontcountry’ Bed Aimed At Car Camping Bliss

This moderately priced sleeping bag aimed at car campers ditches zippers in exchange or a quilted covering and rectangular shape.

Written by Eric Lemke August 24, 2015

Crowdsourcing Site To Fund Your Next Expedition

Building on crowd-funding sites like Kickstarter and Indiegogo, Fortua focuses solely on projects in the outdoors and adventure.

Written by Ryan Wichelns August 24, 2015

Lust-Worthy Teardrop Trailer Made In Portland

Fine woodwork and an aluminum skin come together in a sleek camper you can pull behind a small SUV or truck.

Written by Sean McCoy August 21, 2015

$5 Homemade Repair Kit To Fix Most Anything

Carry duct tape, dental floss and needles in one place with this kit you can make in less than five minutes.

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2015

Purify Water With Sunlight: SOL Hydration Reservoir

The same sunshine that causes a nasty case of sunburn can also be used to purify your water.

Written by Eric Lemke August 19, 2015

Camp-Ready ‘Briefcase’ Grill

The Elevate Grill is a luxury-end portable cooker, a $250 gas grill that melds ample cooking real estate with a packable design.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 18, 2015

Multifunctional Chill: ‘Nipi’ Cooler Charges Gadgets, Keeps Drinks Cold

Keep your drink cool, charge your phone, and light up a picnic table at night… the Nipi Cooler does all this and more.

Written by Sponsored Post August 14, 2015

Shiny ‘Metal’ Fabric Tent Reflects Heat

The Siesta 4 tent is made of a waterproof, lightweight, ultra-reflective fly fabric to block the sun.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 14, 2015

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