Motorhomes to Rooftop Tents: How to Choose the Best RV (or Camper) for You
Which RV is right for you? Is it an SUV with a rooftop tent or a 40-foot-long motorhome? This guide to truck campers and motorhomes will help you decide.
The Best Backpacking Tents According to Thru-Hikers
To pinpoint the hardiest, sturdiest, and lightest backpacking tents, we gathered sage advice from thru-hikers who’ve tracked the toughest, longest miles with their gear.
Spring Tent Care: How to Waterproof, Patch, Clean, and More
Whether you tore it, trashed it, or put it away wet, we got you. Here are top tips from the experts to revitalize your tent for camping season!
House Bound? Big Agnes Wants You to Camp at Home
Lots of outdoor brands are getting creative on how they can support their communities during coronavirus. Here’s just one way you can get involved.
We Just Tried TNF’s Most ‘Advanced Mountaineering Kit’ Yet
The North Face introduced the Advanced Mountaineering Kit at the Outdoor Retailer show last month, and it blew our minds. We got a first look at this pinnacle equipment package on a ski tour near Aspen, Colorado.
REI Outlet Sale: Save 40% on Big Agnes Copper Spur Tents
The Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 2 mtnGLO Tent, and other tents, are on sale. REI Outlet has a clearance deal on several models and quantities are limited.
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Lightest REI Tents Yet: Flash Air 1 & 2 Out Now
To address the growing demand for ultralight backpacking and bikepacking tents, REI has created its lightest Co-op tents yet: the Flash Air 1 and 2.
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Rooftop Tent for Your Prius (or Smaller): iKamper Launches Skycamp Mini
The new iKamper Skycamp Mini two-person rooftop tent could be a fit for just about any four-wheeled adventuremobile. It offers up the crucial features of both hardshell and softshell rooftop tents: lightweight, compact, and easy to deploy and put away.
Rooftop Tents on Sale: Roofnest Slashes Prices for Black Friday
When an uninvited guest went stomping through my campsite — and the back of my truck — I sure was happy to be in a Roofnest. And now you can save hundreds of dollars on these excellent tents.
First Look: MoonShade Is a Temporary Awning for Your Adventure Rig
The MoonShade Portable Awning is a light and packable awning for overlanding vehicles and more.
Big Agnes Fly Creek HV1 Carbon Review: Testing a Sub-2-Pound Tent
Dyneema composite fabric and carbon poles help attain a one-pound trail weight — but at an extreme cost.
America’s Favorite Tent? ‘Tiny Tent’ Sells Out REI in 3 Weeks
Cats love it, chihuahuas tolerate it, and REI shoppers can’t get enough of it. Tiny Tents’ lone product — the 2.25-square-foot Tiny Tent — might be the co-op’s fastest-selling tent ever. But … why?
Best Stuff Sack Ever: Klymit Maxfield Tent Review
Sturdy, roomy, and a breeze to pack up, the Maxfield two-person launches Klymit into the tent game with gusto!
Taller Than a Bear: Roofnest Sandpiper Rooftop Tent Review
Versatile, comfortable, and fun — the Roofnest Sandpiper ticked the right boxes for a rooftop tent. And, to my surprise, it also proved the perfect sanctuary from a curious bear.
NEMO Dragonfly 2-Person Tent Review: Ultralight, Ultralivable
The NEMO Dragonfly 2P backpacking tent checks all the boxes for two people headed out on the hiking trail.
Our Favorite Tents Are on Sale Now
From ultralight backpacking tents to budget family tents, our favorites are on sale now. Gear up, save big, and get ready to sleep outside.
Best Camping Tents of 2019
We tested the best camping tents from Kelty, NEMO, Mountain Hardwear, Black Diamond, Hilleberg, REI, Moutainsmith, and more for this review.
The North Face Launches ‘Geodome’ Tent in US Market
Strong enough to withstand 60mph winds and spacious enough for four people to stand in it, The North Face Geodome Tent finally hits American shores.
$100 Off NEMO Equipment Hornet 2P: ‘Hell of a Deal’
At just under 2 pounds with a host of great backpacking features, the NEMO Hornet 2P is one of our favorites. And now it’s nearly $100 off.
Backcountry’s Big Memorial Day Sale: Up to 50% Off 100+ Products
Arc’teryx, The North Face, Salomon, and more respectable brands are on sale for Backcountry’s Memorial Day sale. With discounts as deep as 50 percent, this is one sale you won’t want to miss.
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The Lowest-Profile Folding Rooftop Tent: Tepui ‘Low-Pro’ Review
The Low-Pro is only about 7 inches tall on the roof of your car. That’s crazy thin for a folding rooftop tent. We tested the Low-Pro, Tepui’s lightest, lowest-profile rooftop tent, for this review.
MSR Thru-Hiker Mesh House Review: Sub-2-Pound Shelter
MSR squares up with cottage industry brands in a minimalist 10.2-ounce solo bug shelter.
Blast Shield Included: Meet the 100-Pound Luxury Burning Man Tent
The massive, heat-reflecting space tent can stand on its own, or serve as a post-civilization glamping hub, connecting to satellite tents via tunnels.
Crazy Rooftop Tent Weighs Just 55 Pounds, Floats on Rivers
At 55 pounds and less than 6 inches deep when stowed, GentleTent’s inflatable rooftop tent may be the lightest on the market. Oh, and it also floats on water.
First Look: Hyperlite Dirigo 2 Is a Rock-Solid, Featherweight Dyneema Tent
The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dirigo 2 Dyneema Tent is a surprisingly sturdy trekking-pole-lofted triangle tent. We tested the Dirigo, made for space- and weight-savers who want a step up from cowboy camping.
Tepui Rooftop Tent Sale: Save Hundreds on the Hybox
This Tepui may be only 10 percent off. But that’s a savings of almost $300 for a rooftop tent that helps you travel for free.
REI Quarter Dome SL Tent Review: Same Name, Different Beast
REI’s flagship backpacking tent gets a flashy update for 2019. But how does it stack up in the field?
iKamper X-Cover Crowdfunding Deal: $1,000 Off Next 100 RTTs
iKamper unveiled its latest soft-sided, fold-out rooftop tent in August. Now, the X-Cover is on Kickstarter — with a $1,000 discount for the first 100 buyers in line.
Howl of a Deal: Jack Wolfskin Yellowstone 3-Person Tent Half Off
This freestanding, fast-pitch, three-person tent is a steal at $150. That’s 55 percent off the sticker price.
‘Fastest Tent Setup’ Is a Real, Goofy World Record
We didn’t know it was a thing. But now that we do, we’re totally gonna try to beat it.
MSR’s Lightest Freestanding 2-Person Tent Is 50% Off
For just $220, it’s hard not to pull the trigger on the MSR FreeLite 2 — a very light and versatile two-person tent.
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