New Gear Selector: 3-person Backpacking Tent Selector
Now posted in the Gear Menu: 3-person Backpacking Tent Selector Check it out now!
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2022-02-20
New Feature: Gear Selector
Give this new feature a try with the first Gear Selector: 2-person Backpacking Tent Gear Selector Let's take a tour... What's the big deal? Give it a try! Slide the…
2022-02-16
Gear Selection: Best 2 Person Backpacking Tent 2022
REI.com alone has 47 options for 2-person backpacking tents from 16 brands. When I add in other brands and other stores, I took data on 93 tents from 31 manufacturers.…
2022-02-06
Gear Selection: What tents do I need for my family of backpackers?
If you have the budget and storage space, you can amass quite a collection of tents best suited for each trip you plan. You can customize for weight, durability, sleeping…
2022-01-23
Gear Fail and Service Rave: Jetboil Flash Ignitor
Over the past few trips, I've noticed my Jetboil Flash has not been igniting well with the integral piezo igniter. At first, it just took an extra press, but soon…
2022-01-23
Rave: NEMO Equipment Warranty Repair
My wife and son went on their first overnight backpacking trip without their trusty guide (that's me). They brought along my NEMO Dagger 2P tent, as it's my choice for…
2022-01-23
The Big 3: Backpacking Gear for Kids
The Big Three for Kids: pack, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. These are often described as the most important gear decisions to keep weight low. And other than clothing, these…
2022-01-21
Gear Selection: Best Foam Sleeping Pad for Kids 2017
In a previous post, we talked about the choice of foam or inflatable pads. Since I concluded foam was the way to go, let's get into the details. Here are…
2022-01-21
Gear Selection: Foam vs Inflatable Sleeping Pad
Sleeping Pads come in 2 main categories: foam or inflatable. This choice is very individual, based on comfort, sleep style, cost, weight, packed size, and risk aversion, among other factors.…
2022-01-21
How much weight can my child carry on a backpacking trip?
The Rule For adults, the popular rule of thumb is to stay below 25% of body weight in a fully loaded pack. If you carry more than that, shorter and flatter…
2022-01-21