Camping

A Texas-Sized Helping of Land Rover Culture: Destination Defender 2023

Defenders old and new gathered at Destination Defender for a weekend of off-roading and outdoor fun.

Written by Evan Williams November 15, 2023

SlingFin HotBox Review: Finally, a Bivy Tent That Doesn’t Suck!

We found the SlingFin HotBox addressed every issue we’ve had with bivy tents after a month of testing in the Indian Himalayas.

Written by Christian Black November 10, 2023

Soak Up the Season With REI Co-op Staples

This holiday season, REI Co-op has everything you need to give your loved ones the perfect outdoor-inspired gift.

Lightweight Winter Sanctuary: Seek Outside Redcliff Hot Tent Review

This handmade, lightweight, six-person, four-season, tipi, pyramid crossover hot tent from Seek Outside serves as an exceptional backcountry basecamp for winter camping adventures.

Written by Will Brendza November 03, 2023

Goal Zero Skylight Review: Bright, Durable, and Versatile Camp Light

Light up the night around camp or your back yard with the Goal Zero Skylight. This portable camp light is powerful, durable, and versatile.

Written by Nick LeFort October 26, 2023

Use Your Phone to Relieve Bug Bites: ‘Heat It’ Insect Bite Treatment Review

Salves and creams have long been used to treat bug bites. This tiny device plugs into a smartphone, providing instant itch relief with extremely high heat.

Written by Kraig Becker October 26, 2023

Electric Utility Bikes Go Camping: UBCO 2×2 Special Edition Off-Road Review

UBCO e-bikes are popular among ranch hands, hunters, and pizza delivery drivers around the world — but they’re also radical camping and off-road machines.

Written by Will Brendza October 18, 2023

Therm-a-Rest Neo Air XLite NXT Review: A Killer Sleeping Pad Just Got Better (And Quieter)

The Therm-a-Rest Neo Air series has been one of the best sleeping pads on the market for years, and it just got another upgrade.

Written by Xiaoling Keller October 11, 2023

Joolca HOTTAP Review: Elevating Campsite Comfort With Portable Showering

The Joolca HOTTAP has garnered considerable attention for its promise of providing an oasis of cleanliness amid any remote wilderness.

Written by Lisa Morris October 10, 2023

Our Favorite Camp Stove Is Now on Sale for Prime Day

The Camp Chef Everest 2X stove cooks with power and efficiency. And it is on sale now for Prime Day. Don’t miss it!

Written by Andrew Marshall October 10, 2023

Hands-Down Comfort, Plus Elbow Room: NEMO Moonlite Reclining Chair Review

Hunch forward to light a camp stove or lean way back to watch the stars — the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Chair can support you through…

Written by Mary Murphy October 10, 2023

How to Wash a Down Sleeping Bag

Wash your down sleeping bag with these simple instructions.

Written by Sean McCoy October 09, 2023

2023 Tread Overland Summit: Adventure and Rad Gear

There’s no better way to test gear than outdoors. It’s why we attended the 2023 Tread Overland Summit.

Written by Evan Williams October 05, 2023

Synthetic Booties You Can Beat the Crap Out Of: Big Agnes Full Moon Camp Bootie Review

There are lots of booties out there. But these from Big Agnes quickly won me over when it comes to being a comfortable and durable…

Written by Mary Murphy October 04, 2023

Spring Tent Care: How to Clean, Patch, and Waterproof a Tent

Whether you tore it, trashed it, or put it away wet, we’ve got you. Here are top tips from the experts to revitalize your tent…

Written by Adam Ruggiero and Andrew Marshall October 04, 2023

YETI Drops 2 Sizes of Its Fan-Favorite M Series Soft Coolers

With the addition of the Hopper M15 Tote and the M12 Backpack, YETI has expanded its line of Hopper softshell coolers.

Written by Will Brendza October 03, 2023

Columbia Steps Into Overlanding Footwear With Drive-Ready Designs

We had Columbia designer Ryan Bucci walk us through the Landroamer shoe collection — perfect for adventuring by car, truck, or van.

Written by October 02, 2023

It’s Hip to Be Square: Canyon Coolers Outfitter 125 Review

The Outfitter 125 is among the top options for keeping hunters’ hard-earned wild game meat cool and ready for packaging.

Written by Josh Kirchner September 26, 2023

‘Hands-Free’ Headlamp Is Effective yet Complicated: Ledlenser HF8R Review

The Ledlenser HF8R packs digital focusing, an adaptive light beam, and a lot more technology into a headlamp. But what does that mean in the…

Written by Sean McCoy September 25, 2023

REI Makes Major Updates to Iconic Tent: Half Dome ‘Super Light’ 3+ Review

The REI Half Dome 2 Plus has been my favorite camping tent for years. I upgraded to the new Half Dome SL3+ to compare it…

Written by Nathan Lemin September 19, 2023

guzzle H2O Overland Bundle Review: A Portable Water Purification Powerhouse

Guzzle H2O launches a portable three-stage water filter purification companion, promising unparalleled taste and water quality.

Written by Lisa Morris September 19, 2023

The Best Places to Camp on Mount Hood

Mt. Hood National Forest is home to over 2,000 beautiful campsites — here are a few favorites and the info you’ll need to find and…

Written by Ariel Frager September 15, 2023

No More Noseburn: Onus Optics Nose-Shielding Sunglasses Review

Sunglasses are great, but they have a fatal design flaw: they leave your nose totally exposed to direct solar radiation — Onus Optics has designed…

Written by Will Brendza September 11, 2023

A Third the Weight and Half the Price: Grayl x Pathfinder Titanium Camp Stove Review

The tiny 0.9-ounce Grayl x Pathfinder Ti Camp Stove boils water as fast as some of the best-known backpacking stoves out there — but that…

Written by Steven John September 07, 2023

Columbia Charts New Course With Apparel for Overlanding

Campers and overlanders can appreciate apparel built to keep them dry, comfortable, and protected, from starting their engines to snuffing out the campfire.

Written by September 06, 2023

A Featherlight Palace: Hyperlite UltaMid 4 Ultralight Tent Review

The Hyperlite UltaMid 4 Ultralight Tent is an extremely spacious, versatile, and even luxurious ultralight four-season tent with a variety of accessories that make it…

Written by Christian Black September 01, 2023