Sleeping pads get used for more than just sleeping. Especially in the middle of seven straight rain days.
Camping as a kid my sleeping pad options were pretty simple. Do I want a black foam pad or a blue foam pad? These days, there are hundreds of different options to choose from, and they all seem to be designed for some very specific task, so getting the right one can actually make a difference. Here are a few things to consider when making your decision: Read More …
Sleeping bags are hard things to improve. Down is down, fabrics can only be made so light until they’re fragile, and zippers weigh what they weigh. Shape has pretty much been dialed to the cleanest possible measurements, and construction hasn’t changed that much over the last decade. Still, some companies still strive to reinvent the wheel. Here are a few sleeping bags that have piqued our interest (yet again). Want more? Check out Backcountry.com’s Sleeping Bag Guide. Read More …