Sleeping Pad Guide
This sleeping pad guide helps you choose the best pad for you. Learn about different types of sleeping pads, R-Value and insulation, and how to patch a pad.
Sleeping Bags and Backpacking Quilt Guide
The guide goes deep on camping sleeping bags, backpacking sleeping bags, and backpacking quilts. Learn about temperature rating, insulation, features, and more.
Car Camping Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect car camping gift? We’ve got you covered. Sit back, relax, and peruse our curated selection of camping gifts any camper will love.
Backpackers Guide to Synthetic Insulated Jackets
Ultimate guide to synthetic insulated jackets, the other puffy. Cheaper, more breathable, and better when wet than down, these jackets are pretty awesome.
Water Filter and Water Purifier Guide
Want to ease a worried mind? Get a water filter or water purifier. Learn why backpacking water treatment systems are critical, and what system works for you.
Rain Jacket Guide for Backpacking, Hiking, and Camping
Everything you ever wanted to know about rain jackets – laminates, membranes, layers, DWR, waterproofess, and fancy features – explained. With a bit of humor, too.
Backpackers Guide to Headlamps
A fully featured Guide to Headlamps. What are lumens, how long does a headlamp battery last, and is a waterproof headlamp possible all answered here.
The Best Outdoor Gear Stores for Backpacking and Hiking
Don’t know where to get your gear? Our epic guide to the best outdoor gear stores covers every important retailer on the web. Get the gear, here.
Backpackers Guide to Down Jackets
This Guide asks the hard questions: What are down feathers, really? What’s hydrophobic down? Are lightweight down jackets packable down jackets?