outdoor gear

Coolest New Outdoor Products Of 2020

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 17:41:21 +0000

This year has been all about living indoors. As such, much of our purchases went to making those spaces between your home’s walls more relaxing, more engaging, and more productive. There is, however, no shortage of great outdoor gear that debuted throughout 2020, which kept it interesting for those who spend their recreational time camping, hiking, and adventuring in the wild. Here are some of the coolest outdoor products that 2020 brought our way. Coghlan’s Water Pump Yes, you can […]

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Sleep Eight People Comfortably In The GerTent Four-Season Tent

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:36:41 +0000

We’re big fans of large tents that let you live like a king in the wild. They’re just swell, giving you plenty of both floor space and headroom, making the outdoors feel a whole lot more like home. The GerTent, a new take on the large standing room tent, offers one of the cleanest, sleekest designs we’ve seen. Named after the Mongolian Ger, the tent draws inspiration from the traditional portable dwelling that’s been used by nomadic groups in Central […]

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Stay Clean On The Road With These Portable Showers

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 17:14:54 +0000

There are few things more refreshing after a long day than a warm shower. Feeling the spray of water on your skin just has a way of soothing the stresses and worries that plague you throughout the day. Problem is, a shower isn’t usually a readily available option when you’re spending the day camping. At least, it wasn’t for a long time, until portable camping showers started hitting the market. We’re not quite when portable showers started becoming a thing. […]

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Garmin GPSMap 66i Combines A GPS Navigator And A Satellite Communicator In One

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 17:41:44 +0000

We’re big fans of Garmin’s GPS navigation devices. We’re also big fans of the outfit’s InReach satellite messenger. However, having to carry both on your backcountry adventures, along with your phone and whatever other electronics, does beef up your gear stash a bit. The Garmin GPSMap 66i streamlines that by combining their functions into one. That’s right, it’s a GPS navigator and satellite communicator in one, so you can get your turn-by-turn instructions and perform two-way messaging on the same […]

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Snow Peak’s Kojin Grill Combines A Grill, Smoker, And Oven In A Collapsible Campsite Cooker

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 17:40:59 +0000

No, it’s not the kind of grill a backpacker will take when going for a long hike. For hitting the backcountry on wheels, though, the Snow Peak Kojin Grill offers a versatility you just don’t get with other portable grills in the market. Billed as a “triple threat smoker, grill, and campfield oven,” it’s a collapsible grill that can pack down enough to be useful for car camping, while being so incredibly functional that you won’t mind using it in […]

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With Built-In Heating Elements, This Collapsible Voyager Kettle Can Boil Its Own Water

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 18:27:14 +0000

Collapsible kettles are great for backpacking, as they let you bring a decent-sized container for boiling water at a fraction of the size. Like any cookware, though, you’ll still need a stove to heat water in it, making it just as much work as any traditional kettle. The Voyager Kettle, a new collapsible container, offers something different. A collapsible electric kettle, it contains an integrated heating element that allows you to boil water straight out of the device. Instead of […]

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Off The Grid Much? These Satellite Messengers May Save You One Day

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 17:06:36 +0000

There was a time when only professional adventurers carried satellite communication devices. For some, these things were just far too costly. For others, they were far too complicated to figure out. That has changed drastically in the past year or so, with user-friendly, reasonably-affordable satellite messengers becoming readily available in the market. While they’re not cheap enough that you can pick one up without much forethought, the barrier to entry is low enough that folks who frequently venture off-range of […]

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Best Camping Chairs For Your Outdoor Adventures In 2019

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 17:59:47 +0000

Do you really need a camping chair when exploring the backcountry or hanging out at the beach? No, we’ve spent many days and nights plopped down on the ground with a blanket just fine. If you want a more comfortable time under the skies, though, a good camping chair can make a huge difference. Want to stretch your legs freely while sitting around the fire? A good chair will help with that. Hate feeling the cold ground, small rocks, and […]

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Use The Tracker Packer To Strap Your Satellite Messenger In A More Accessible Spot

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 17:43:12 +0000

Satellite messengers are great, as they let you communicate with people in your group even without any cell service for miles. That’s why, it’s now become a staple for many backcountry explorers who frequently find themselves adventuring in off-the-grid places. While their size makes them ideal for stuffing in a pocket, wouldn’t you rather have them have on your backpack’s strap for even easier access? That’s exactly what the Tracker Packer allows you to do. Made by Giant Loop, it’s […]

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Fire Safe: You Can Slip This Portable Fire Pit Into A Pocket On Your Backpack

Fri, 21 Jun 2019 18:17:42 +0000

Starting a campfire when hanging out with friends at parks, beaches, and campgrounds is great. Problem is, they’re illegal in many places, making it mandatory to bring along a fire pit if you want to gather around a crackling flame. While most fire pits tend to be on the larger side, there are some portable options out there. The Wolf & Grizzly Fire Safe is one of them. A foldable and packable fire pit, it collapses into a pile that […]

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