Camping

First Look: Ticla Car Camping Kit

The cush car camping equipment from Ticla was “nothing like we have ever experienced before.” Our contributor Chelsey Magness tests the company’s camping gear on…

Written by Sean McCoy July 16, 2014

First Look: Super Wide, Cushy And Packable Sleeping Pad

The Static V Luxe sleeping pad by Klymit unrolls to remarkable proportions and still packs small enough to ride easily in a backpack. Our editor…

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2014

First Look: Katadyn ‘Gravity Filter’

Why not let gravity do the work as opposed to pumping or other methods of purifying water? We test a new water filter from Katadyn.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 15, 2014

‘Coolest’ Cooler Has Blender, Lots More

Coolers usually do one thing — keep food and drinks cold. Count it as two if you want to use it as a seat, but…

Written by Sean McCoy July 10, 2014

First Look: Yeti Soft-Side Cooler

A just-announced cooler from Yeti is made of the same tough material as whitewater rafts. The zipper is the “toughest kind of zipper in world,”…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 09, 2014

Mission Compressible: Sea To Summit Sleeping Bag Fits In Tiny Spaces

The Sea To Summit Spark sleeping bag is a good option when you need to cram a lot of warmth into a tiny space. Contributor…

Written by Sean McCoy June 30, 2014

First Look: ‘Airbender’ Sleep System Combines Down Bag, Pad

Eddie Bauer pulled out all the stops with the Airbender, a 20-degree sleeping bag with integrated, inflatable sleeping pad. Steve Graepel put this unique and…

Written by Sean McCoy June 27, 2014

Swiss Army Knife 'Camper' Car

The “camper-car in a suitcase” product includes a bed, table, storage, chairs, and other necessities to turn your hatchback into a tiny motorhome.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 17, 2014

Smokey Bear Turns 70 This Year

One of the Ad Council’s greatest successes, Smokey’s message rings clear 70 years later.

Written by Sean McCoy June 13, 2014

'Iron Chef' Winner Takes Backcountry Food To Delicious Level

When an Iron Chef winner decides to make great camp food, the results are “Good To Go.”

Written by Sean McCoy June 13, 2014

Not An App: Multi-Tool Phone Case Cuts Wood, Opens Bottles

The TaskOne G3 iPhone Case packs many of the functions of a traditional multi-tool.

Written by Sean McCoy June 12, 2014

Silicone Dome Turns Headlamp To ‘Lantern’

It works by diffusing LED headlamp light into a “warmer, ambient glow.” You get the even glow effect of a campfire anywhere — even inside…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 11, 2014

10 Facts About Mosquitos

You know they are annoying. But did you know the mosquito is among the most deadly of all animals on Earth? We pulled together 10…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 10, 2014

New Shelter Combines Bivy Sack, Tent

The Colorado-based company 5Owls builds “personal shelters.”

Written by Sean McCoy June 06, 2014

Teen Sleeps Outside 365 Days In A Row

Duluth, Minn., teen nearing one-year date for days spent sleeping outside.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 05, 2014

Axehead Multi-Tool Attaches To Any Stick

A new axehead multi-tool can fit in a pack, chop down a tree and tighten a nut.

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2014

‘HackedPack’ Marries Backpack, Hammock In One Unique Product

New product combines two outdoor favorites into one pack.

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2014

For $20, Solar-Charged Lantern A Great Camp Light

This simple solar powered lantern is bare-bones, lightweight and costs just $20. It’s also one of the coolest little gadgets I’ve used camping in years.

Written by Sean McCoy June 02, 2014

Rooftop Tents Taking Off? More Models Introduced Into Cartop Market

Three rooftop tents give travelers more choices for a new style of camping.

Written by Sean McCoy May 30, 2014

$600K Camper To Gold Glasses… World’s Priciest ‘Outdoors’ Gear

A look at the most expensive and/or ridiculous gear we’ve ever seen.

Written by Sean McCoy May 27, 2014

‘How Mom Inspires Me to Get Out and Live’

Mom taught me to “go out and play” and that “a little dirt won’t hurt you.” Those little lessons changed everything.

Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2014

Car-Top Tent Made By Poler

The “Le Tente” tent is vehicle-top shelter made by Poler.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling May 08, 2014

Video Homage To Dogs In The Outdoors

Adventure dogs: They are our trail mates. Our biking buddies. Our constant companions.

Written by Sean McCoy May 07, 2014

Call Of The Wi-Fi: Canadian Parks To Add Wi-Fi Hotspots

As many as 150 wireless hotspots are coming to Canadian parks.

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2014

First Look: ‘Spoon’ Shape Sleeping Bag Allows Side-Sleeping Comfort

A new kind of sleeping bag from NEMO is put to the test.

Written by Sean McCoy April 28, 2014

Carabiner Has Built-In ‘Hook’

Combine a carabiner and a coat hanger and you might get the Qlipter.

Written by Stephen Regenold April 22, 2014

This Light Powered By Sack Of Rocks

The GravityLight, which comes to market later this year, uses gravity to generate electricity and light, no fuel needed.

Written by Sean McCoy April 21, 2014

Can An Innovative Axe From Finland ‘Revolutionize’ Chopping Wood?

Simple, clever engineering solves a problem that has annoyed firewood-splitters since the invention of the axe. The addition of lever technology to an axe head…

Written by Sean McCoy April 19, 2014

Huff, Puff And Power Your Gizmos: Portable Wind Turbine Made For Outdoors

Portable wind generator adds one more option to the list of off-the-grid power options.

Written by Sean McCoy April 18, 2014

Goal Zero Camp Lantern Provides Light, Built-In Charging Station

This lantern can light up your campsite and power up your phone.

Written by Sean McCoy April 17, 2014

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