Sleeping bag pads are not one of the things you should cut from your list. Backpackers want to reduce their weight, but not even ultralight backpackers want to reduce their comfort. Still, who wants to carry those monstrous old inflatables down the trail? Try some of these lightweight options instead. Make four-ounce sleeping bag pads, and sometimes carry two of…
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The Cobra Tandem Kayak A Review
The Cobra tandem kayak offers unmatched flexibility. It allows you to use it with another person for whatever your adventure is. Tandem has built various kayak models but none of them can compete with the Cobra Tandem kayak. This kayak is one of the best currently on the market, certainly one of the most stable! Whatever the reason is that…
Ready Set Summer Tips For Stress Free Adventures
Filled with sunny days and dispositions, summer is for the lighthearted. For many, it’s the season for camping trips and barbeques. Here are some suggestions that will help take you seamlessly through this traditional vacation-time season. Set yourself up for success and avoid burned skin, blisters and back pain. There’s no better time to pick up a new backpack with…
Lightweight Tents How Light
Why use lightweight and ultralight tents? Because a heavy tent is one of the biggest obstacles to lightweight backpacking. You have to cut the weight of the “big three” (shelter, backpack and sleeping bag) to really go light. How do you choose one, though? Start by asking yourself the following questions: 1. Are you claustrophobic? Some ultralight tent designs are…