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How To Care For Your Tent: Cleaning, Repair, & Storage Tips
How To Care For Your Tent: Cleaning, Repair, & Storage Tips
A little extra care goes a long way to prolong the lifespan of your tent. In this article, we share our best tips and tricks for properly caring for and storing your tent.
NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 Tent Review
NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 Tent Review
The incredibly spacious NEMO Dagger OSMO 2 is an excellent choice for those wanting a tent that’s comfortable for any type of adventure – it’s light enough for backpacking and roomy enough for frontcountry camping. As always, NEMO has designed a ton of useful features into this tent.
Alvord Desert Camping Tips
Alvord Desert Camping Tips
If you’re looking to really, really get away from it all, take a trip to the Alvord Desert. It’s an otherworldly landscape with nearly unparalleled stargazing and plenty of opportunities for rugged R&R.
MSR Hubba Hubba 2 Tent Review
MSR Hubba Hubba 2 Tent Review
The long-time crowd favorite MSR Hubba Hubba 2 tent has had a makeover, and there’s a lot to love about this newest iteration. Some of the most noticeable changes include a significantly lower weight, an updated color scheme that meshes nicely with natural surroundings, and a reimagined ventilation design.
Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles Review
Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Trekking Poles Review
Black Diamond’s Trail Ergo Cork trekking poles are some of our favorites for hiking on rugged trails where…
NEMO Kunai Tent Review
NEMO Kunai Tent Review
The NEMO Kunai is one of the most versatile 4-season tents on the market with the ability to cover all your needs from backpacking to mountaineering.
50 Great Ways to Use Your REI 20% Off Coupon & Member Reward
50 Great Ways to Use Your REI 20% Off Coupon & Member Reward
It’s Member Rewards time at REI! That means, if you’re an REI member, you’ve just received 10% back on your purchases from last year and two 20% off coupons. In this guide, we’ll let you know the best ways to use your REI Member Rewards.
10 Best Tent Stakes of 2024
10 Best Tent Stakes of 2024
Tent stakes are some of the smallest, but most important items in your outdoor kit. Your tent stakes will secure your shelter…
Gossamer Gear The Two & The DCF Two Tent Review
Gossamer Gear The Two & The DCF Two Tent Review
Gossamer Gear’s The Two and The DCF Two offer an excellent balance of low weight and spacious interior at a great value price. When compared to other ultralight tents, few come close to the generous headroom of The Two thanks to its unique slanted pole structure.
A Quick Guide to Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
A Quick Guide to Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
Long-distance hiking is a beautiful thing, but overcoming the challenges of a thru-hike requires a lot of research, planning and dedication. We put together this guide to help get you started. Below, you’ll find tips about choosing a start date, buying gear, what to expect on the trail, and so much more.
Ultralight Backpacking Basics
Ultralight Backpacking Basics
We love hiking with an ultralight kit because it allows us to spend less time worrying about aches and pains and more time enjoying side trails and the beautiful scenery around us. Whether you’re new to backpacking or you’re a traditional backpacker looking to lighten your load, we’ll break down everything you need to know about getting started with ultralight backpacking.
How To Wash A Rain Jacket and Pants
How To Wash A Rain Jacket and Pants
All rain gear eventually needs some TLC – and maybe more often than you think. This guides walks you through the steps for successfully retreating your gear when…
Teton Crest Trail Backpacking Guide
Teton Crest Trail Backpacking Guide
The Teton Crest Trail is a 40-mile high route that traverses ridges offering spectacular wide-angle views of towering granite peaks, glacier-carved canyons, crystalline lakes and wildflower-pocked meadows. It’s truly one of our nation’s most scenic and iconic trails.
Best Backpacking Power Banks & Portable Chargers of 2024
Best Backpacking Power Banks & Portable Chargers of 2024
Supercharge your backcountry adventures with our guide to the most portable, dependable, and lightweight power banks out there.
Zpacks Plex Solo Tent Review
Zpacks Plex Solo Tent Review
Going as lightweight as possible doesn’t have to mean sacrificing comfort. The spacious Zpacks Plex Solo weighs in at a ridiculously light 14.2 oz., and is one of the most livable one-person tents we’ve ever backpacked with.
Best Backpacking Freeze Dried & Dehydrated Meals of 2024
Best Backpacking Freeze Dried & Dehydrated Meals of 2024
Freeze dried meals aren’t just for astronauts anymore. In fact, they’re some of the most popular meal options for hikers…