Camping Gear Reviews & Expert Tips
10 Best Camping Mattresses of 2024
10 Best Camping Mattresses of 2024
If you’re looking for ultimate comfort and relaxation under the stars, dive into dreamland with our favorite plush, oversized camping mattresses.
10 Best Coolers of 2024
10 Best Coolers of 2024
Beat the heat with our guide to the top-rated coolers. After putting over 20 models to the test, we’ve handpicked the best for insulation, durability, and price.
10 Best Camping Stoves of 2024
10 Best Camping Stoves of 2024
Be the envy of all campground cooks with one of our top camping stove recommendations. Each of these options has been tested based on power, portability, efficiency, and more.
REI Skyward Tent Review
REI Skyward Tent Review
The REI Skyward is a well-rounded tent with a sweet balance of simplicity, spaciousness, and weather protection. It has near-vertical walls and a luxurious 6 ½-foot. peak height, so you can fully stand up and move freely inside.
10 Best Water Bottles of 2024
10 Best Water Bottles of 2024
Quench your thirst for adventure with our guide to the best water bottles based on versatility, insulation, and weight – without draining your wallet.
Hydro Flask Lightweight Trail Series Wide-mouth Vacuum Water Bottle Review
Hydro Flask Lightweight Trail Series Wide-mouth Vacuum Water Bottle Review
Hydro Flask’s Lightweight Trail Series Vacuum Water Bottles are seriously awesome. These bottles are 25% lighter than…
10 Best Camping Tents of 2024
10 Best Camping Tents of 2024
We’ve thoroughly evaluated the best camping tents on the market to find the most user-friendly shelters for any weather conditions, group size, or budget.
10 Best Camping Chairs of 2024
10 Best Camping Chairs of 2024
S’mores just taste better when enjoyed from a cozy and comfortable camp chair. Check out our campfire-approved picks…
First Look: Therm-a-Rest’s New Valve System
First Look: Therm-a-Rest’s New Valve System
Therm-a-Rest is introducing their new WingLock air valve for 2020 and we were fortunate enough to get to test a first run sample. The new valve system is a great upgrade for the already awesome NeoAir sleeping pad line.
What to Wear Hiking & Backpacking: The Ultralight Packing Guide
What to Wear Hiking & Backpacking: The Ultralight Packing Guide
We use our combined 100 years of backpacking experience to put together this packing guide for lightweight adventures.
Backpacking & Camping Tent Size Guide
Backpacking & Camping Tent Size Guide
Size is one of the most important considerations you’ll make when choosing a backpacking or camping tent.
Do You Really Need a Tent Footprint & How to Choose
Do You Really Need a Tent Footprint & How to Choose
Let’s face it, tents are expensive. You want your tent to last as long as possible, but spending another $40+ on something you…
Zenbivy Light Bed Quilt Review
Zenbivy Light Bed Quilt Review
Love being warm and cozy but hate the feeling of constricting mummy sleeping bags? Zenbivy’s new Light Bed System might be the answer you’re looking for. The Zenbivy Light Bed (you choose your quilt and sheet) offers the temperature regulation and freedom of movement of a quilt, but it stays tucked in and retains heat more like a traditional mummy bag when the temperature drops.
REI Kingdom 6 Tent Review
REI Kingdom 6 Tent Review
REI’s Kingdom Series was created for families and groups whose priority is space, comfort, weather protection, and livability while camping. The Kingdom 6 feels huge and sturdy in camp, but packs down small for your car and storage at home. REI Kingdom Tents are our top all-around luxury choice on our list of the 10 Best Camping Tents.
REI Grand Hut 4 Tent Review
REI Grand Hut 4 Tent Review
REI Co-op designed the affordable, yet high-quality Grand Hut 4 and Grand Hut 6 to make camping comfortable while keeping nasty weather out. The Grand Hut has lots of headroom and will allow you to fully stand up inside, but it also comes in a compact, easy-to-pitch package.
Jetboil Flash Cooking System Review
Jetboil Flash Cooking System Review
Among integrated canister stoves, the Jetboil Flash is one of the most affordable and dependable options. The Flash is a solid budget buy with lots of nice extra features that make it very attractive for backpacking and camping trips. The Jetboil Flash is our top pick for integrated canister stoves on our 10 Best Backpacking Stoves list.