Camping gear

344 results
How Snow Peak Challenged Americans to Experience the Outdoors Differently
Less Roughing, More Lounging: How Snow Peak Is Challenging American Outdoor Orthodoxy

While other outfitters emphasize performance in rough settings, the Japanese brand designs gear to bring the comforts of home to the outdoors

Durston X-Dome 1+ Review: A Light, Roomy, Freestanding Tent for Backpacking
The New Ultralight Durston X-Dome 1+ Punches Way Above Its Price Point

A hands-on test of the UL gear brand's new freestanding tent reveals an easy-to-pitch, roomy design with one possible dealbreaker for desert campers

Rumpl Wrap Sack Review: A Cozy, Clever Design for Car Campers
The Rumpl's Wrap Sack Is a Gateway Sleeping Bag for New Campers

The ubiquitous outdoor blanket company's first sleeping bag is designed to keep you comfortable even in changing temperatures. Here's how it works

How Australian Outdoor Brand Zorali Embraces a "Less Is More" Mentality
How Australian Outdoor Brand Zorali Is Growing by Making Less

After establishing a robust line of camping gear and apparel, Zorali is intent on making its products more sustainable instead of adding new designs

Quilt vs Sleeping Bag: A Guide to Finding the Best Backcountry Sleep System
How to Choose Between a Quilt & Sleeping Bag for Your Next Backcountry Trip

Though often made of the same performance materials, small design variations makes sleeping bags and quilts better suited for different conditions

A Travel Guide to Winter Adventure in Quebec's Chic-Choc Mountains
In Quebec's Chic-Choc Mountains, Wild Winter Adventure Awaits

Seeking late-season snowfall, our writer headed to Eastern Canada for a joyous week of snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, and maple syrup tastings.

The 14 Best Independent Outdoor Magazines to Subscribe To
The Best Print Magazines at the Intersection of Outdoors, Creativity & Design

Independent magazines for those dreaming of vast landscapes, pushing boundaries, and a gentler way of being outdoors

What It's Like to Sail to Norway's North Cape, Europe's Northernmost Point
What It's Like to Sailing to Norway's North Cape, the Northernmost Point of Europe

Fjords, whales, empty beaches, endless islands, and stunning hikes, this remote region inside the Arctic Circle is an escape worth planning for

How to Wash a Down Jacket: An Expert Guide to Caring for Down Garments
How to Wash a Down Jacket: A Comprehensive Guide

Step-by-step instructions and pro tips from a professional guide and gear tester to help you maximize the lifespan of your lightweight down items

Where to Buy Used Outdoor Gear: 10 Shops for Secondhand Apparel & Equipment
Snag Deals on Used Outdoor Gear Online and IRL at These 10 Marketplaces

Looking for affordable tents, sleeping bags, hiking boots, and bikes? These online and in-person retailers have you covered with gently used gear

Peru Divide Bikepacking Guide: An Epic Trail of Beauty & Type II Fun
Peru Divide Bikepacking Guide: An Epic Trail of Natural Beauty and Type II Fun

This two-wheeled trip through the Andes will test your climbing capacity, but with adequate preparation, the stunning views will be worth the effort

The Best Outdoor Brands from the U.S. and Canada, According to the Experts
The Best Outdoor Brands for Hikers, Campers, and Climbers

Our gear expert has tested thousands of rain shells, day packs, and base layers over the last few decades. Here are the labels he trusts the most.