Category: Camp
Chop It Up With The Gerber Bushcraft Axe
Nicolas Lenze 06.15.22 It never fails. Every time I go camping, I bring firewood, but it’s never enough. I don’t think there has been a single tr [...]
Ultralight External Frame Packs – Backpacker
Like oil-burning lanterns and flannel-lined sleeping bags, the external frame backpack was an iconic pi [...]
First trip with homemade rooftop tent was a success! : overlanding
Hey everyone! Y’all seemed to really like my last post about how I was nearly finished with my custom rooftop tent build and many people asked for u [...]
Editor’s Choice: Thermacell EX90 Mosquito Repeller
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The Best Car Camping Tents of 2022
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The Best Shells of 2022
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Water Treatment, Reinvented: Introducing the LifeStraw Peak Series
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Budget vs Deluxe Car Camping Pad
Many of us hit a point in our lives where we don’t want to rough it on a closed-cell foam sleeping mat [...]
We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test
Ever wonder if high-end gear is worth the high-end price? Us too. After all, you can head to big-box st [...]
Water Bottle vs. Bladder: Which Is Better?
Bringing enough water is key for a safe and enjoyable hike. But how to carry it? Usually, hikers split [...]
The Best Tents for Backpacking
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Best Backpacking Backpacks of 2022
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The Best Solar Showers for Camping and Adventuring
Luke Cuenco 04.25.22
I’ll be the first person to admit that I don’t feel quite right unless I get a good shower at least once a day. Although [...]
Four Winter Layers for Guaranteed Warmth
Winter insulation is a broad gear category here at Backpacker, stretching from lightweight, breathable [...]
Big Problem with Dick’s Sporting Goods
Dick’s Sporting Goods is one of the largest, if not the largest, sporting goods stores in America. Unfortunately, not all of us are looking for at [...]
10 Handy Gear Tips We Learned the Hard Way
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The 5 Best Ultralight Backpacks for Hiking Fast and Far
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The 7 Best Backpacking Water Filters
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