Camping Gear Reviews & Expert Tips

REI Skyward 4 Tent Review

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REI Skyward 4 Tent Review

Last Updated: September 25, 2024

This a well-rounded tent with a sweet balance of simplicity, spaciousness, and weather protection. You can stand up and move freely inside.

Katadyn BeFree Water Filter Review

Katadyn BeFree Water Filter Review

Last Updated: September 25, 2024

This microfilter has an incredible flow rate, and it can be cleaned in the field. Because you can drink straight from the top like a sports bottle, you will spend less time squeezing or pumping and more time enjoying the trail.

Kelty Wireless 6 Tent Review

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Kelty Wireless 6 Tent Review

Published: September 25, 2024

This tent is a feature-packed, six-person tent with a spacious interior and strong build, all at a surprisingly low price.

The North Face Wawona 6 Tent Review

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The North Face Wawona 6 Tent Review

Published: September 25, 2024

If you’re looking for a true basecamp tent with an almost impossibly large vestibule, top-quality fabric and poles, cavernous interior space akin to a New York City apartment, tons of pockets in convenient locations, and a design that will hold up to the elements despite its impressive ceiling height, look no further.

Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent Review

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Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent Review

Published: September 25, 2024

This tent is a fantastic crossover that hits all the right notes. It’s perfectly sized and has a familiar yet refreshing design.

Solo Stove Lite Review

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Solo Stove Lite Review

Last Updated: September 19, 2024

This wood-burning stove is easy to use, nearly smoke-free, and doesn’t scar the ground. Most of all, it’s fun!

Jetboil MiniMo Review

Last Updated: September 18, 2024

This model is one of our favorites for backcountry gourmets and makes our list of the best backpacking stoves.

MSR WindBurner Stove Review

MSR WindBurner Stove Review

Last Updated: September 18, 2024

This stove system is among the highest quality and best-performing integrated stove systems on the market. We love its exceptional performance in windy weather, its speedy boil times, and great fuel efficiency.

REI Magma 30 Trail Quilt Review

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REI Magma 30 Trail Quilt Review

Last Updated: August 13, 2024

This quilt has an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, packs down small, and is priced fairly for its quality.

Western Mountaineering Ultralite 20 Review

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Western Mountaineering Ultralite 20 Review

Published: August 13, 2024

This is one of the highest-quality down bags we tested. It has an awesome warmth-to-weight ratio and a plush feel that’ll have you sleeping like a baby.

Sea To Summit Spark 15 Review

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Sea To Summit Spark 15 Review

Published: July 26, 2024

If you’re a backpacker looking for one of the lightest and warmest sleeping bags out there, this is a top contender.

Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20 Review

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Kelty Cosmic Ultra 20 Review

Published: July 25, 2024

This bag excels with its 800-fill-power insulation and thicker 20-denier nylon shell, which offers a level of durability that most backpacking bags can only dream of.

Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Review

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Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Review

Published: July 25, 2024

Despite being lighter and more affordably priced compared to many winter bags, it has an outstanding warmth-to-weight ratio, and features like the no-snag zipper, included compression sack, and ethically sourced down are just the cherry on top.

NEMO Disco 15 Endless Promise Review

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NEMO Disco 15 Endless Promise Review

Published: July 25, 2024

Whether car camping or backpacking, you’ll sleep like a baby with this extra roomy sleeping bag.

Zpacks Classic 20 Sleeping Bag Review

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Zpacks Classic 20 Sleeping Bag Review

Last Updated: July 24, 2024

The Classic is one of our top choices thanks to its ultralight construction and an industry-leading warmth-to-weight ratio.

REI Magma 15 Sleeping Bag Review

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REI Magma 15 Sleeping Bag Review

Last Updated: July 24, 2024

This sleeping bag is ultra comfy, warm, and much easier on your wallet than others with similar specs.