Lawson isn’t your low-key hammock. No. It’s for hanging in the trees for days with protection from bugs. It’s a sufficiently warm, rainfly-equipped, ready-for-anything backcountry battle hammock. And Lawson Hammock is hooking GearJunkie readers up with an exclusive deal of 25 percent off. Use code GJ25OFF at checkout.
This knife has more than just me nerding out here at GearJunkie. A chef-focused cut makes this a really cool option for the debonair camp chef. It’s not only pretty, but it’s also got a really solid makeup, with S35VN steel.
I just get stoked to see great starter gear for backpackers coming up in these mega sales. This little ALPS Mountaineering Koda 2 Tent will fit you and your chosen sleeping buddy, with ample space in the vestibules for extra gear. At 5 pounds, it’s not the lightest tent for a trek into the hills — but it’ll do. And it’s a nice little three-season for warmer weather.
I used the SPOT Gen3 for 5 years in the Montana backcountry, and this little box helped me feel seriously safe for my solo trips into the hills. And it gave my family really solid peace of mind. The sale SPOT has going on expands beyond this piece, but I like its simplicity. The sale covers the device and activation fees. Now’s the time to buy.
This fast-action auto knife is a slick little number for an EDC. With a foldout length of 8 inches, it has a wide range of use case scenarios. And it can still slip into a pocket or clip onto your pants with no problem. Blade HQ has a few options available at the moment, but they’re selling out. Check ’em all out.
She ain’t cheap, but she’s cheaper than she normally is. And by a lot. Summer is the perfect time to stock up on coats, and this one is a solid option for your kit. It’s a shell that can adapt to seasonal needs, and the GORE-TEX fabric ensures you’ll stay dry in a billion different conditions. It’s also helmet-compatible for you climbers, skiers, and bikers.
Mystery Ranch makes dang good packs. And this little bugger is the perfect thing for quick day hikes. It weighs just a pound and can stuff into your car kit for a grab ‘n go option when the trails just keep calling. No animal-style double-doubles come with this thing, though. Bummer. Find this and more as part of Huckberry’s big summer sale.
This is a helluva starter bag for summer camping at a killer price point. And it’s got five stars. It weighs under 3 pounds, making it a great late-summer backpacking option — as long as you’re not going too far up in elevation. The synthetic-blend fill uses three different fibers for warmth, and it’s a high-loft bag, ensuring a comfortable feel.
Y’all. Sorels. For. $50. These are insulated down to -40 degrees F. And they’re freakin’ suave. Sizes are a bit limited, but there are still quite a few left. And dudes, if the ladies see you wearing these sick boots, you’re getting points for both fashion and function. And this is a brand that lasts. I wore my first pair of Sorels for 5 years in Montana without any problems. Get these. Now.
Flashback to swimming with whale sharks in the Sea of Cortez: I jump in. My goggles fall off, I lose a fin, and I’m face to face with a whale shark. He dives under me. I nearly pee in the ocean. In this moment, I decide to get my own snorkel travel kit for these tropical excursions. And here it is for just $30. Save yourself the trouble, learn from my mistake, and get your own kit for future ocean fun.
You read it right. Smith shades for 51 percent off. These are fun, with the pop of color. And they boast the same UV-busting Smith technology in the full-price sunnies. Plus, they’re cute!
Nicole Qualtieri has been writing about hunting, fishing, and the outdoors for 8 years.
From 2014-2017, Nicole worked for ZPZ Productions. There, she partnered with multiple hunting outlets and personalities on social media and e-commerce, including MeatEater, Randy Newberg, and Remi Warren. She also managed online communications for Backcountry Hunters & Anglers for nearly two years, and she spent six years prior in Corporate sales. Additionally, she served a year as an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer in Bridgewater, MA, coordinating volunteers for a therapeutic recreational facility.
Based in Montana, Nicole is an avid hunter and angler. She’s a lifelong horsewoman and animal lover, and she’s recently ventured into the world of bird dogs with her young Boykin Spaniel, Bob.