Learn how Triangular Core Matrix provides lightweight warmth and stability for camping and backpacking adventures without using down or synthetic fill that is heavy and delicate.
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The warmth of your pad is crucial to resting better, so should you look at a R-value or a degree rating when selecting your pad? We dive into the science of protection from the cold, hard ground.
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January 5, 2023
In the world of thru-hiking, the lightweight, ultra-reliable and indestructible closed-cell camping sleeping pad is hard to beat. We caught up with three thru-hikers that swear by the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite SOL and Z Seat to learn more about their…
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Perhaps you’re thinking about getting into some winter camping. Maybe you’re looking to venture out later in the fall—or earlier in the spring—and happen to be a cold sleeper. The question will eventually arise: What do I need, a 3-season…
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When you set out to build a sleep system, don’t overlook the importance of a camping pillow. It may get overshadowed by the bigger-ticket items of a pad, sleeping bag or quilt, but the right pillow can be a small…
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Andy Cochrane |
December 6, 2022
Get the right camping gear for every season with these tips.
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The perfect sleeping bag or camping quilt won’t stay perfect without the proper care. Here are a few tips for how to take care of sleeping bags or camp quilts so you can keep your fluffy companion in tip-top shape…
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Outdoor-loving people can be hard to buy gifts for. For one there are so many choices when it comes to different kinds of gear. On top of that, outdoor adventurers have the propensity to be “gearheads.” That is to say,…
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For those of you that might not be familiar with quilts, we’re here to put your fears to rest by going through 5 myths about camping and backpacking with a quilt.
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Why choose between a lighter, smaller pack or a warmer sleeping bag? Keith Erps explains why backpacking with a quilt might be your new go-to sleep system.
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Year after year the Compressible Pillow is rated as one of the best camping pillows available. Its simple and portable design consistently delivers at-home comfort to camps near and far. What’s more, it does so while being sustainable. We’re proud…
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Chris Pickering |
May 26, 2022
Pros and cons of common gear dichotomies like tents vs. tarps, air mattress vs. closed cell foam, cooking stoves vs. cold soaking, and suspension framed packs vs. going frameless.
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