Lanterns
A practical comparison of propane, white gas and LED camping lanterns covering brightness, run behavior, cold weather performance, safety and the best use cases for car camping versus backpacking.
Backpacking Packs
The Gossamer Gear Loris 25 can handle one or two mild overnights with compact tarp-and-quilt gear. This review covers what fits, how it carries, and when a larger pack makes more sense.
Camp Kitchen
A storage-equipped camping kitchen table makes sense for car campers cooking real meals. This guide compares full kitchen stations and lightweight folding tables by storage, weight, setup speed, and wind protection.
Liners
This Sea to Summit Reactor Extreme liner review tests the +25°F claim in real conditions. The liner adds about 5–7°F of comfort, not the stated 25°F, and works best as a washable layer for your sleeping bag.
Tents
Learn how to keep tent dry in heavy rain using a fly-first double-wall pitch, pre-attached rainfly, and smart tarp setup to avoid wet floors and wind-blown leaks.
Sleeping Pads
A slow sleeping pad leak can be fixed by locating the pinhole with soapy water and sealing it with Seam Grip and Tenacious Tape. Learn the step-by-step repair and testing routine to avoid waking on the ground.
Stoves
Learn how to light a liquid fuel camp stove safely with the correct priming, fueling, and ignition sequence. This guide covers common fueling mistakes to avoid and when a canister stove is the simpler choice.
Backpacking Tents
The Sea to Summit Alto TR1 carries a 1200 mm waterproof rating on its fly and floor, making it a light-rain shelter. Learn how pitch tension, a groundsheet, and ventilation help it handle wet backpacking trips.
Water Treatment
A backpacking water filter removes sediment, bacteria, and protozoa, while a purifier also handles viruses. Match the treatment to your water source, group size, and trip risk before you pack.
First Aid
A camping first aid kit’s printed date doesn’t mean every item inside is bad. Learn which supplies to replace, keep, or use for practice, and how to repack and schedule your next kit review.
Foam Pads
We compare the Therm-a-Rest Z Lite and Nemo Switchback on weight, R-value, comfort, noise, reflectivity, and packed size to help you choose the right closed-cell foam pad.
Backpacking Tents
Learn how to pitch a 3x3 tarp tent for solo or two-person use. This guide covers quarter-point staking, tie-out selection, wind and rain setup, and condensation control.