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Essentially a three-person paddleboard base with a mesh tent upper and nylon fly, the Universe is happy on the ground, in the air, and on the water
Once again, our gear editors head to the industry's largest trade show to scope out the latest, greatest outdoor tools and toys
The Tiger Wall UL was not designed to break records. Instead, it tries to do more with less, while keeping in check its weight and price and remaining very easy to use.
A budget-friendly list of the gear you should鈥攁nd definitely shouldn't鈥攕ave money on
Everything you could possibly want to know about the various car-camping sleep setups out there. Plus, when to just use a freaking tent.
It's smaller and lighter than its predecessor but still ready to handle the toughest high-alpine conditions
Judy Gross started LightHeart Gear out of her house in 2006. Today, her shelters are favorites of thru-hikers across the country.
We got our hands on the first in-house gear from the Utah-based e-retailer.
Thinking about designing your own rig? Here are some tips from a pro.
The ceiling can hold us, so we're throwing tents up there.
Plus five great hammocks tested by an AT thru-hiker
Maximize your under-the-bed storage by choosing gear that packs small without compromising on function
What is it and would it really stand up to bitter storms ravaging an alien planet?聽
Here鈥檚 our comprehensive guide for how to choose the right backcountry shelter
It's four inches thick and weighs nine pounds. Read: It's better than my mattress back home.
Location, location, location! This one-bedroom is close to nothing.
Twenty-two years after its founding, the e-retailer will start making in-house outdoor apparel and gear, as well as collaborating with a few select brands, like Flylow and Black Diamond, on co-branded product
As a former raft guide, I know of what I speak when I say these six tips will prevent you from having to deal with soggy gear, whether you're skiing, backpacking, or biking
Companies making gear from aluminum and steel鈥攅verything from camp stoves to bike frames鈥攚ill be hit hardest by the new tariffs, economists say
At the Outdoor Retailer trade show last month, these seven standout hiking and trail running products caught my eye
Setting up a tent doesn't need to be rocket science, our contributor Bryan Rogala shows us just how easy it is to sleep soundly under the stars.
Setting up camp doesn鈥檛 have to be an intimidating, unpleasant chore
If weight is no issue, this is the ultimate base camp tent.
This teepee-style structure is bomber and brilliant, great for bikepacking or just regular backcountry exploring
Keep an eye out for these companies making some our favorite new gear
Quietly, is the short answer. Or as loud as you want, if you're way out in the middle of nowhere.
With an integrated bike rack and durable build, we love the versatility of this off-road ready tent.
Nemo鈥檚 1.75-pound Hornet Elite 2P is shockingly livable for an ultralight shelter
This conversion adds serious space to the Defender 110
An expedition grade rooftop tent.
Watch to see what our gear editor, Jakob Schiller, loves about this light, easy to use rooftop tent.
An ode to the pieces of gear that have lived on through generations
The Camper is a new hanging tent from Treepod, a company known for making super cool hanging forts for kids.
This tent hangs from a tree and can hold up to 500 pounds
Some house-brand items are just as good as the name-brand stuff we all know and love
For the ultimate in lightweight camping, ditch the tent and grab a tarp
The best, most creative, time-saving ways to fit (and organize) all your gear into a tiny apartment
They now make tiny houses that pop up like tents
The Yakima SkyRise introduces a few important upgrades to the growing rooftop-tent industry
In this video, we highlight our favorite models from the show floor, from Tepui, James Baroud and Yakima.
The 5 pieces of gear we're most excited about from this year鈥檚 event
Part hammock, part tent, 100 percent awesome
The new MSR Carbon Reflex 2 Ultralight Tent weighs in at just over 2lbs, making it one of the lightest, most packable tents in its class.
Everything you need to know before you head out camping this summer
Follow these 10 tips from repair professionals and your shelter should last approximately forever
Think: A Gore-Tex jacket for your favorite hammock
The latest tech innovation in tents doesn鈥檛 reduce weight, it lights them up
Ditch the wood and the nails for this instant tree house
Square footage and height matter. But a new group of companies is advocating for adding another metric to the spec list: volume.
We love stocking stuffers, but the big-ticket hero gifts are the ones we really look forward to. Presenting eight splurges to buy鈥攐r maybe just drool over.聽 (Salemtown Board Co.) Salemtown Board Co. Mimosa Oak Cruiser Close to two hundred bucks might feel like a lot to spend on a skateboard,…
Old-school picks so good they've remained unchanged for decades
We asked Burner veterans for tips. What they suggested will make your stay more pleasant, but no less weird.
Scrutinizing what kind of tent, sleeping bag, and pack you need for a multiday trip can be difficult. Here鈥檚 a comprehensive overview of how to find exactly what you need and assess it with confidence.
Because camping's more fun when it's multi-story and suspended in mid-air
The 7 commandments of shopping for a car-camping shelter
We can't all afford vanlife. But we can rent it.
Pitching the ultimate base camp has never been easier. 鈥擲am Moulton Pitching the ultimate base camp has never been easier. 鈥擲am Moulton (Michael Karsh) Primus FireHole 100 stove There are no fancy features and few moving parts on the FireHole ($150)鈥攁nd that鈥檚…
Choosing the right tent requires finding the perfect balance of price, weight, and space.