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Camping gear guides for tents, sleeping systems, camp kitchens and lighting, compared by weight, weather and group size.
Expert opinions on the newest products
A good beach umbrella needs three things: a canopy that blocks sun reliably, a pole and anchor that hold in real wind.
Choosing a travel trailer awning comes down to three decisions: whether it mounts to the rig permanently or clamps on temporarily.
The right 3-season sleeping bag is the one whose temperature rating matches the coldest night a camper realistically expects, with a little margin.
Buying a sleeping bag for a child is not the same as shrinking an adult purchase. A bag that is too long lets small bodies slide around inside it.
A canvas wall tent is the old-school answer to a simple question: how do you live comfortably in the backcountry for more than a weekend?
Canvas camping tents are a different purchase from a nylon dome. They are heavier, they take longer to pitch.
