Sleeping Pads
How to Choose Sleeping Pad R-Value for Backpacking
Learn how to match sleeping pad R-value to your coldest expected night, compare foam, air, and self-inflating pads, and layer for extra warmth.
Sleeping Pads
Pads, mattresses, cots, and pillows.
Sleeping Pads
Light Tour R7.5 vs Therm-a-Rest XTherm: Budget Winter Pad
The Light Tour R7.5 delivers a 7.5 R-value at a budget price, but the Therm-a-Rest XTherm offers proven durability and a lifetime warranty. Compare specs, setup, and durability risks to choose the right winter pad for your trips.
Backpacking Sleeping Bags
Are Rectangular Sleeping Bags Good for Backpacking: Worth It?
Rectangular sleeping bags can work for backpacking on mild routes and for side sleepers, but they usually weigh more and pack larger than mummy bags at the same warmth rating. This guide compares packed size, warmth, and legroom to help you decide.
Sleeping Pads
Are Foam Sleeping Pads Good for Winter Camping? R-Value Guide
Are foam sleeping pads good for winter camping? Most closed-cell foam pads top out around R-value 2, so they are too cold alone on frozen ground. Learn when foam fails and how to stack or upgrade for winter.
Cots
Is a Folding Camping Cot Worth It for Car Camping?
A folding camping cot can be worth it for car campers who want a flat, elevated sleep surface and have cargo room. Learn when it wins over pads and air mattresses, what to check before buying, and how to avoid common problems.
Blankets
Best Lightweight Camping Blankets for Backpacking: Warm & Dry
Find packable, water-resistant camping blankets under two pounds for backpacking, plus tips on insulation, layering, and care.