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Best Sleeping Bags & Camp Bedding

SoundAsleep Dream Series Air Mattress with ComfortCoil Technology & Internal High Capacity Pump
Overview - The SoundAsleep Dream Series air mattress with ComfortCoil Technology is the most advanced air mattress on the market. Industry Leading Design and Comfort - This air mattress comes with ComfortCoil Technology where 40 top air coils provide added comfort to both single sleepers and couples. ComfortCoil Technology showcases industry leading design with 40 internal air coils for added durability and support. The Dream Series mattress reaches full inflation and firmness in under 4 minutes and can be topped off quickly and easily.
Reviews
"The rep said that the mattresses are made from PVC, a plastic material that naturally stretches, and that stretching was normal during the first couple of uses (evidently SoundAsleep does something during production to minimize this stretching). I followed up with an email letting her know it worked as suggested and within 15 minutes the same rep responded that she was happy to help out. The fact that the rep was so thorough really made me feel good about the purchase. I’ll definitely update this review in the future but I am sold on this product today and would recommend it to friends and family."
"MOTOR: This air mattress with the built-in pump is very user friendly compared to other models I have used over the years. While this may be true, the motor still generates a moderate amount of noise when inflating, comparable, yet slightly quieter than a vacuum. CONSTRUCTION: The manufacturer describes the mattress as standard queen sized, and after using my trusty measuring tape, I found this to be accurate." Standard queen sized sheets fit on the mattress decently well, although after continued use I noticed them starting to fall off. The 19-inch height made it feel like I was sleeping on a traditional box spring bed, rather than an air mattress on the floor. PRICE: The air mattress sells for a little over one hundred dollars which is over $75 cheaper than much lower quality products in the big box stores. I do not understand how Soundasleep is making money on such an excellent product at this price point, but their loss is our gain. WHO COULD USE THIS: Anyone who is tired of going to Target, Sears, Bed Bath or Kmart and spending a lot of money on an inferior product. This air mattress is queen sized so it would likely not work for you if you are space constrained and have a small apartment."
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Intex Comfort Plush Elevated Dura-Beam Airbed with Built-in Electric Pump, Bed Height 22", Queen
The secret is in the Fiber-Tech beam construction, which is comprised of thousands of high-strength polyester fibers that provide enhanced comfort, stability and support. And best of all, the Comfort Plush mattress is remarkably easy to inflate thanks to the built-in, high-powered electric pump, which does its job in a mere 3-1/2 minutes. Airbeds will need to be occasionally re-inflated (topped off) to maintain desired firmness when used for more than a few days as vinyl tends to relax over time.If electrical power is not available then a separately operated pump can be connected to the control valve for inflation: simply turn the control dial to the inflation symbol, insert the air pump nozzle into the valve at the center of the control dial, and inflate the airbed. Waterproof flocked top raised 22 inches from floor with indented sides to keep your fitted sheets from slipping.
Reviews
"One way for filling and the other way for pump all the air out so that it becomes completely flat for easy folding and storage in the supplied pouch. But if firmly to the right (clockwise) for filling, then we found the second night that the mattress did not leak at all and stayed fully inflated until I pumped the air out for storage. At a full inflation, one sleeper did not wake up the other when getting out of bed for a toilet visit during the night. With additional uses, I may well bump the rating up to 5 star if it continues to perform as it seemed to on the two nights we used it."
"We opted to buy an airbed for our spare room after my daughter rated the (new) futon we had in there was extremely uncomfortable to sleep on. The Intex Comfort Plush Elevated Dura-Beam Airbed is PERFECT!"
"I know its hard to make a choice when reading many of the customers reviews on a lot of items on amazon however most of the time i have no idea how 90% of the people get these bad results and rate products at 1 or two stars and i wonder what the hell they are doing to the product to make it faulty."
"Inflating and deflating has been so much easier than two other air mattresses we have owned. My husband who did not want to buy another air mattress again has been convinced that this one is an exception. The mattress look big once inflated, but it's actually just right once you set everything up (sheets and all). One of the mattresses held up pretty good even with a tempurpedic memory foam mattress on top (that weighed pretty heavy) . I'm glad that for the price of the other mattress I was considering, I was able to buy two of these instead. I inflated one of the Intex queen sized mattresses and the lower navy colored one I got from Kmart in 2013 ( it's intext too but the cheaper one reference -https://amzn.com/B000HBILB2 ). It's much higher than the Kmart one and the quality of the mattress is far superior than the one I got from Kmart. Padded mattress protector on, bed sheets, nice fluffy comforter, great pillows, extra soft throw and it makes a huge difference being that you are having your guests sleep on an air mattress. I would have added a matress topper, but I live in an apartment, and this is a temporary situation - I don't have room to keep a mattress topper so I opted for a quilted mattress protector which added some softness on top of the mattress."
"Purchased mattress and a little over 3 months after purchase, mattress popped from the top portion."
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Therm-a-Rest Compressible Travel Pillow for Camping, Backpacking, Airplanes and Road Trips
The Therm-a-Rest Compressible Travel Pillow is available in four sizes: Small measures 12 x 16 x 4 inches expanded, 13 x 4 x 4 inches compressed, and weighs 7 ounces; Medium measures 14 x 18 x 4 inches expanded, 14 x 5 x 6 inches compressed, and weighs 9 ounces; Large measures 16 x 23 x 4 inches expanded, 16 x 7 x 7 inches compressed, and weighs 12 ounces; XL measures 16.5 x 27 x 4 inches expanded, 18 x 7 x 7 inches compressed, and weighs 15 ounces. Ultralight compressible travel pillow with soft foam filling that packs down small for road trips, plane travel, camping, and backpacking.
Reviews
"for a pillow."
"I used to be one of those purists who wouldn't dream of taking a luxury item like a pillow; you stuff clothes under or in your sleeping bag, or if you're feeling decadent, you bring an empty pillow case to stuff. Yeah, getting older or just less puffed up about minimalism...whatever...a pillow is worth the weight, space, and expense. Makes carrying a pack the next day a lot more tolerable. I placed it next my hubby's same size (large) pillow purchased 3 years ago. Then I actually read the tag and washed it, running it through the dryer with a tennis ball like I do my down things."
"When these pillows arrive, they are so small from being vacuum-packed it's hard to believe they become standard sized, but follow the instructions to wash and dry and you will be amazed."
"As a couple of other reviewers have mentioned, the stitching in a couple places looks a bit sketchy (last picture), so I'll probably refrain from machine washing them unless it's a last ditch type of situation. Also, I had to untie and re-tie the compression cord, because it was too tight to allow for easy rolling, and was leading to some fabric stretching and stress on the stitching."
"I have been looking at these exact pillows in my local big box store for quite awhile but just couldn't see spending $40 for the large sized. I go to Canada multiple times a year tho and every time I'm in the woods I always think about how I should have just pulled the trigger and purchased it."
"I just purchased this pillow and my initial impressions are that it is more than adequate to camp with."
"I was able to easily roll the pillows back inside their built-in cases and see no need for a wash/dry cycle before use as they fluffed sufficiently upon unrolling."
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Best Camping Air Mattresses

Intex Comfort Plush Elevated Dura-Beam Airbed with Built-in Electric Pump, Bed Height 22", Queen
The secret is in the Fiber-Tech beam construction, which is comprised of thousands of high-strength polyester fibers that provide enhanced comfort, stability and support. And best of all, the Comfort Plush mattress is remarkably easy to inflate thanks to the built-in, high-powered electric pump, which does its job in a mere 3-1/2 minutes. Airbeds will need to be occasionally re-inflated (topped off) to maintain desired firmness when used for more than a few days as vinyl tends to relax over time.If electrical power is not available then a separately operated pump can be connected to the control valve for inflation: simply turn the control dial to the inflation symbol, insert the air pump nozzle into the valve at the center of the control dial, and inflate the airbed. Waterproof flocked top raised 22 inches from floor with indented sides to keep your fitted sheets from slipping.
Reviews
"One way for filling and the other way for pump all the air out so that it becomes completely flat for easy folding and storage in the supplied pouch. But if firmly to the right (clockwise) for filling, then we found the second night that the mattress did not leak at all and stayed fully inflated until I pumped the air out for storage. At a full inflation, one sleeper did not wake up the other when getting out of bed for a toilet visit during the night. With additional uses, I may well bump the rating up to 5 star if it continues to perform as it seemed to on the two nights we used it."
"We opted to buy an airbed for our spare room after my daughter rated the (new) futon we had in there was extremely uncomfortable to sleep on. The Intex Comfort Plush Elevated Dura-Beam Airbed is PERFECT!"
"Inflating and deflating has been so much easier than two other air mattresses we have owned. My husband who did not want to buy another air mattress again has been convinced that this one is an exception. The mattress look big once inflated, but it's actually just right once you set everything up (sheets and all). One of the mattresses held up pretty good even with a tempurpedic memory foam mattress on top (that weighed pretty heavy) . I'm glad that for the price of the other mattress I was considering, I was able to buy two of these instead. I inflated one of the Intex queen sized mattresses and the lower navy colored one I got from Kmart in 2013 ( it's intext too but the cheaper one reference -https://amzn.com/B000HBILB2 ). It's much higher than the Kmart one and the quality of the mattress is far superior than the one I got from Kmart. Padded mattress protector on, bed sheets, nice fluffy comforter, great pillows, extra soft throw and it makes a huge difference being that you are having your guests sleep on an air mattress. I would have added a matress topper, but I live in an apartment, and this is a temporary situation - I don't have room to keep a mattress topper so I opted for a quilted mattress protector which added some softness on top of the mattress."
"I know its hard to make a choice when reading many of the customers reviews on a lot of items on amazon however most of the time i have no idea how 90% of the people get these bad results and rate products at 1 or two stars and i wonder what the hell they are doing to the product to make it faulty."
"Purchased mattress and a little over 3 months after purchase, mattress popped from the top portion."
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Best Camping Blankets

EKTOS 90% Wool Blanket, Grey, Warm & Heavy 4.4 lbs, Large Washable 66"x90" Size, Perfect for Outdoor Camping, Survival & Emergency Preparedness Use
Product Specs > 90 Percent Wool / 10 Percent Synthetic Fibers. > 4.4 Pounds. > 66 x 90 Inches. > Gray Color. > Overlocked Edges. > Fire Retardant. > Machine Launderable. > Made in India. EXCEPTIONAL WARMTH - Wool has an excellent warmth to weight ratio, is one of the best natural insulators, effectively regulates body tempature and even continues to provide thermal warmth when wet.
Reviews
"For some bizarre reason, Amazon won’t let me post a review. Ah, here we go: The top of Cadillac Mountain is the first place in the USA to be touched by the sun. Thank goodness I had tossed this guy in my wife’s trunk. (you can see it draped over our shoulders) I have used many times for ground pads, picnic blanket, football games even to lay on while under my truck."
"Real nice blanket - large size even covers my king bed (surface - no drape over) as a layer of warmth on very cold nights. This is almost too nice to toss into the trunk of my car and is going to be great for camping or keeping at a cabin."
"great bargain, plus it was also an experiment, maybe some others will do the same, we folded the blanket (twin size) in half, length wise, and i took and old sheet and made a special "pillow-case" to fit the blanket, wool can be itchy, then put it in the pillowcase and secured all sides with large safety pins so it would not fall in on itself."
"It keeps me warm without making me sweat and no itch like I remember those old army blankets being."
"But suppliers charge a fortune for real old school style thin wool army blankets."
"I have experience with used service blankets, Northwest Woolen Mills service blankets and their 80% wool prison blanket sold here on Amazon, and this EKTOS blanket's quality is FAR BELOW any of these U.S. made competitors for about the same price."
"Unable to get the smell out - lots of fuzz whenever washing it, almost caused washer & dryer to stop up."
"They had a strong chemical smell which I tolerated, but after a couple of days my lungs had a burning sensation."
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Best Camping Pillows

Therm-a-Rest Lumbar Pillow
Drawing on our pressure mapping technology, the Lumbar Pillow features die-cut foam down the center to reduce pressure along the spine, while maintaining density on the sides for the lateral support. Enter your model number to make sure this fits.
Reviews
"It even is great lengthwise along the spine because airplane seats have NO back support and push my head & shoulders forward."
"This little pillow greatly increases the comfort of a chair and car seat due additional to the support it supplies."
"I'm pretty tall, and the airplane seats hurt my back."
"Awesome for travel."
"Useful and convenient ... My physical therapist recommended this for used while I was driving."
"Airline seats have absolutely no lumbar support."
"This pillow was a lifesaver for a 9+ hour bus trip I took."
"Great support and inflates fast, but I wish there were a strap to secure it around a chair or my torso, and I wish it came with a band or baggie to keep it rolled up when not in use."
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Best Camping Sleeping Bag Accessories

ChillaX Inflatable Lounger with Carry Bag, Securing Stake and Bottle Opener for Travelling, Camping, Hiking, Pool and Beach Parties
Second step: Open up one compartment (while keeping the other one closed), make sure you inflate it in a STRAIGHT LINE (DO NOT run in a circle) and close the compartment as soon as you have finished. INFLATABLE LOUNGE SACK with CARRY BAG, BOTTLE OPENER and SECURING STAKE: Be the coolest person whether you go to the Beach, Park, Camping, Music Festivals or even Skiing and also enjoy the Most Relaxing Air Lounge. COMPACT and SPECIAL DESIGN: It comes with 3 different stitched pockets (1 for your bottle, 1 for your phone and 1 for your favorite book), a bottle opener for your soda or beer, a securing stake and anchor loop that prevents the blow up mattress from unwanted sliding.
Reviews
"It is made of great materials and is very heavy duty."
"It's very comfortable and unique low harder to fill then I thought and I have not tried to float on it yet but that's the main object is to use it with my boat."
"I tough it was for rough terrain like it says in the description, but I just got my Chillax and went to camping for the weekend and now it has a hole on it and doesn’t stays inflated any more and that’s very sad becouse I was so exited that it was supposed to handle rough terrains."
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Best Camping Sleeping Bags

Double Sleeping Bag For Backpacking, Camping, Or Hiking. Queen Size XL! Cold Weather 2 Person Waterproof Sleeping Bag For Adults Or Teens. Truck, Tent, Or Sleeping Pad, Lightweight -Sleepingo
Our large sleeping bag is rated to 32 degrees Fahrenheit, making it the best sleeping bag for a warm and comfortable sleep even in colder temperatures. THIS SUPER SOFT, HUGE, WARM & COMFY SLEEPING BAG FEATURES A LIFETIME WARRANTY! TOUGH AND DURABLE OUTER SHELL, SOFT SILKY EXTREMELY COMFY INNER LINING! -The outer shell is made of super strong waterproof and camping grade polyester fabric, each square inch of fabric packs a 210 thread count, designed to last a lifetime in the most severe conditions, The inner lining is made of a textile combination of Tetron and Cotton for that awesome cozy feeling.
Reviews
"My daughter has been inquiring about camping and we've promised her that we would when the weather becomes nicer this summer. There is a campground near a family amusement park we frequent that we would love to go to. The sleeping bag itself has zippers on either side so if you need to exit, you can do so without bothering your partner."
"I purchased this sleeping bag because it fits two people and I thought it would be perfect for our double-wide hammock. I am very impressed that this is a lightweight bag but yet feels warm and snuggly."
"It is very well designed with nice features like Velcro to hold the top area closed throughout the night so the zipper will not be able to move on its own."
"Great for hikers or adventure enthusiast I'm waiting for it to get alittle cooler before I go camping."
"We took this bag on a coastal camping trip where the temps plunged down into the 40s both nights. When I slept alone in it, just me and the dog, I did have to put on some extra clothes and a hat to be comfortable."
"Being that I am a bit claustrophobic and generally would hate the sensation of having all my limbs constrained by the size of a normal bag, i feel happy and free in my sleepingo...plus plenty of room for my family of 4 to get cozy...that is, if my kids will let my husband and I get near it!"
"My reasoning for 4 stars is the temp issue mentioned above and because washing it is really annoying— I threw it in the washer after a 10-day camping trip, but that was against the tag’s suggestions."
"will be used on our boat this summer/fall and compact size when rolled is a real plus."
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Best Camping Sleeping Pads

Klymit Static V Lightweight Sleeping Pad
It features the V Chamber design that limits air movement and heat loss while offering a uniquely ergonomic body map optimized for performance and comfort. SLEEP COMFORTABLY ALL NIGHT: Affordable lightweight camping pad with V-chamber design to limit air movement and heat loss for better support and comfort.
Reviews
"I camp in all climates and conditions, i have a poor back, probably in part due to my strenous outdoor activity, i usually sleep in my eagles nest hammock now when backpacking or camping but i also have a tent and cot when im in an area unsutiable for a hammock. The great thing about the static v is even when i am sleepin on my cot and even on the ground my back may be a little stiff but doesnt hurt like it used to when i wake up. Not so with this pad, even if i am cuttin wood and hauling logs i may go to bed with a sore back but i wake up in better condition than when i retired and with a few stretches am ready to have a great day in the forest. I will never buy another pad, unless Klymit can improve the Static V. HIGHLY RECCOMEND. It seems the price has dropped a bit since i purchased this, it was worth the 60$ or 70$ i paid and is an absolute STEAL at 50$. Anyway, this just past summer my pad seemed to have finally developed a slow leak somewhere. If i dont, or can not fix it I can say with honest confidence that i absolutely will be purchasing another Klymit inflatable."
"I picked up this gem of a sleeping pad on an Amazon Lightning Deal for a great price, and I'm very glad I did. Other reviewers have stated that it packs down to roughly the size of a Nalgene bottle, and they are completely correct (see photo). The first pad was self-inflating, much less comfortable, heavier, and packed down to the ridiculous size of a 2-person tent. Overall, the Static V has saved me a ton of space in my pack, and a decent bit of weight, too."
"On a trip in the Grand Canyon last April I put a hole in it and it repaired easily with just plain super glue. The only reason it got a hole in it is because I was cowboy camping with no tent floor and I used some rocks to pin down my ground cloth. One rock by my feet was really sharp and I didn't notice that when setting up, so it was totally my fault that my pad landed on it in the night and developed a leak."
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Best Camping Lights & Lanterns

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness
Removes minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria, 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites, and filters to 0.2 microns; surpasses EPA filter standards.
Reviews
"On top of one of the lower peaks, I drank from the most disgusting looking crevice filled with brown scum (see photo). Get one for your outdoor adventures, and one for your bug-out bag, which everyone should have in case of natural disaster (or apparently civil war, because the world seems to have gone mad)."
"In the past I always carried a General Ecology First Need XL water purifier and refilled nalgene bottles with it. When you're at high altitudes in the mountains this leads to longer "drink breaks" since you can get winded pretty easy while trying to suck up water through the LifeStraw."
"As soon as I got this thing in the mail I went straight to the nastiest, most contaminated thing I could find."
"UPDATE - 4-25-2016. After more than 3-years of numerous weekend and 2-week excursions, my very first LifeStraw would not produce anymore clean filtered water. I really don't know how many liters of water that was used, but I can say this....with the coffee filter attached to this unit it out last my friends LifeStraw more than a year. Now, I use a Portable Siphon Hand Liquid Transfer Pump with this unit."
"So I intentionally got lost in the wilderness with a couple friends with the LifeStraw in my pocket and nothing else. We were going to die of dehydration out in the redwood wilderness, huddled around a useless LifeStraw. So I grab a cup of water and dunk the LifeStraw into it, letting it soak for a few minutes. Frantically I call my friends and tell them how it wasn't a piece of junk and how we were just stupid guys who didn't read the directions."
"Link to video of review: [...]. Link to purchase: [...]. Tested it in 3 locations. 1."
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Best Hiking Backpacks & Bags

Venture Pal Lightweight Packable Durable Travel Hiking Backpack Daypack
Fold the backpack into its own pocket for storage— (no more excess baggage fees), and unfold it when you reach your destination in seconds. This backpack features one main zipped compartment, two zipped front pockets and two side pockets. Two separators in the main compartment are convenient enough to help you further organize things. This Venture Pal Backpack is made with high quality tear and water resistant material, provides extra strength and long-lasting performance with the lightest weight possible. Heavy duty two-way SBS metal zippers across the backpack are convenient to operation on whichever side you prefer. The main compartment provide enough room (35 liters) no matter if it's a day trip or a week long journey. To avoid overweight charge, simply unfold from your checked bags and use it as a carry on for your excess baggage.
Reviews
"It never really got in my way or felt loose other than when I had my body tilted at an angle and it started to slide, but even then it only budged a bit and didn't change my weight too much. The fact that it easily folds up into its own pocket was very useful, as I only took a "personal item" sized bag with me on this trip and it didn't take up much room within. There are a few tears that did develop at the bottom due to the real rough ordeal I put it through, so we'll see how that lifetime warranty is."
"They let me know about the lifetime warranty that comes with the bag and offered to replace it or refund me. I opted for a refund as I still would prefer a higher quality bag rather than get replacements for this one over and over, however if you are looking for a lighter weight light duty bag, this could be a nice mid-range price option. - The bag itself was really light weight. - It folds up to a fairly small size and conveniently zips up into itself for easy packing. - The straps were comfortable and solid and the chest strap was nice when the bag was heavy. - The "water resistant" fabric did help keep the contents dry-ish when it rained or on a boat. CONS. - The material was too thin and by the end of the trip, all be it a month long trip but one trip none the less, it was ripped in several places."
"The outside top zipper pocket held 2 cell phones and backup charger. The outside bottom zipper pocket held two autograph books and pens so my kids could easily get them when they needed them. Inside the outside bottom pocket is another zipper pocket which was great for money and ID."
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Best Camping Tents & Shelters

Sundome 4 Person Tent (Green and Navy color options)
WeatherTec system with patented welded floors and inverted seams to keep you dry. Large windows and a ground vent for superior ventilation. Ground vent and large windows move air up and out. WeatherTec™ system's patented welded floors and inverted seams help keep water out.
Reviews
"Great tent. There are pros and cons... Pros: Carry bag - the tent comes neatly packed in a carry bag, with tent, poles, rain fly, ground stakes, door mat, and instructions. Materials - the tent material seems to be of good quality, and should hold up well when taken care of. Screens - the tent has large screen panels on the "ceiling", which makes for a great view when the rain fly is not on. I will put in one mattress, and leave the other half of the tent for my kids Pack n' Play, and gear. I also purchased some Coleman Seam Sealer, and sealed all the seams inside the tent, and the rain fly. Some of the seams are taped, but it's just good practice to spend the time to do this, no matter what brand/cost/etc tent you have."
"This was my very first time setting up a tent and camping out with 2 kids and 2 dogs in tow, and it took me just 15 minutes to set up the tent. Based on forum advice I got some tent pegs that were easy to drive into the ground so I did not use the ones that come with the tent, so I had a very easy time setting it up. The tent is very well ventilated so it got cold and airy in the tent in the night. The white walls of the tent reflect light well and there are 2 pockets on the side where you can put a flashlight facing upward to illuminate the whole tent. I put the pegs, poles and my extra tarp inside and will find another bag for the tent itself. Now that I've learned that's it's not too hard to set up a tent, I plan to go camping more often with this Coleman Sundome tent. Update 7/9/2015 -. The 4 person tent held up well and has been put up and taken down about 5-6 times already. I also purchased the Coleman 3 person tent, it is about 7 ft by 7 ft inside and just about fits an Intex Queen size air mattress. On a recent camping trip the 3 person tent worked for 2 teenagers and a dog inside the tent. We were both warm and dry in our 4 person and 3 person tent and it was kind of fun to hear the rain beat hard against the tent."
"The ventilation is great with the upper walls screened. Even with the rain cover on you still get great ventilation through large screened openings on the front and back walls of tent. Without the rain guard installed, the upper walls of this tent are screened so you can see the sky and stars."
"Nice tent."
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Best Camping Knives & Tools

Victorinox Swiss Army Classic Sd Pocket Knife, Acadia National Park
These knives will allow you to continue this donation legacy as well as their dream of protecting and nourishing land by providing you an essential tool during your own exploration. Compact enough to fit in your pocket or hook to your key fob, the 2¼" Classic SD is the epitome of a Swiss Army Knife; functional, versatile and always there when you need it. There, he and the cutlers’ union he formed produced the finest steel cutlery, finished with the now-famous proprietary edge preferred globally by professional and home cooks. In 1921, after the death of his mother, Victoria, and with the advent of stainless steel, then known as “inoxydable” and used in the production of his cutlery, Karl changed the name of the company to Victorinox. Cleaning After you’ve used your Swiss Army Knife for all of its various applications, such as cutting open numerous boxes, you may notice that the blades begin to stick together. In support of The National Park Foundation's efforts, Victorinox Swiss Army has developed a unique collection to capture some of the most celebrated national parks and will donate $25,000 to NPF in 2017 to help protect and preserve our national heritage.
Reviews
"I have huge Swiss Army knives that do everything except wash the dishes. I bought this model when on a trip several years ago and I had forgotten my humongous knife at home. I have forgotten to pack it away on several trips and have ended up having it confiscated at airport security."
"I've bought it multiple times due to loss or forgetting it was on my keys when going through airport security."
"These seem to come in handy and convenient to me as this tool fits easily on my key-chain and is easily accessible when needed."
"Great little pocket knife - fantastic quality for the price, love its tiny size (I keep it in my purse 24/7)."
"If you were stranded on a desert island, you'd wish you had a bigger knife, but for most every-day purposes, this is a nice little pocket knife."
"The scissors are made of high quality steel it is the only thing I use to clip my finger nails, I also use it to trim my mustache as well as my eyebrows."
"Oh yea, you can actually find your keys in the dark due to the glowing case on this knife."
"The blade of the knife is very sharp, the nail file works well, and the scissors are perfect for small jobs."
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Best Camping Furniture

Bear Butt Double Parachute Camping Hammock, Orange / Black
Every hammie comes with an attached stuff sack that easily packs and unpacks your hammie The cinch on top holds your hammie in the stuff sack while you aren't using it. Made from our special top quality 75D Nylon Taffeta with a 210 thread count. Comes with nylon end straps for extra strength, two...count it, 2 carabiners and two 10ft long tactical grade ropes. THEE HOMIE HOOKUP: We know what it’s like being a broke college student or just someone looking for the best deal and trying to find quality gear that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. Which is why we offer our amazing gear with a fantastic warranty at a low price to provide you with a worry free shopping experience.
Reviews
"I have done a lot of research on different hammocks, but not only does Bear Butt provide their personal number, they happily answered my paragraph of questions about their product as well! Pros: Small, very lightweight, perfect for day trips/camping. Nice smooth material, better in my opinion than my original ENO. Strong triple stitching, I felt totally safe with two people swinging around in it. Easy to hang/take down, comes with separate durable ropes that make hang up a breeze. The packaging is humorous, I can't wait to show my friends with ENO's :). The hammock is bunched up and connected to the rope in a loop, which makes it harder to flip and easy to spread out to its full potential. Lifetime Warranty! Long story short, my ENO's still for sale XD. Also, I wish it came in more colors, but I don't mind matching. Overall this is the best hammock on the market, my group of friends are all purchasing them to take camping in Yosemite this summer, if you see us out there feel free to join!"
"I'm a big guy (over 6 feet and 245lb), but this was comfortable, and I was surprised I could sleep in it in the diagonal position that they recommend for people who like a "flatter" sleeping position."
"This is the second bear butt hammock I've purchased and I absolutely love them!"
"I just leave it in my car and when I see two trees or poles or things that can hold me up or a combinations of all three; I can't help but to just hang up my hammock. There's been time when two full grown men have fit in this hammock and on more occasions than I would like to admit. The only thing I worried about is that the stitching of the patch on stuff sack is unraveling."
"This hammock honestly makes Eno's look like a waste of time. Compared to the nMe brand, I'd recommend Bear Butt anyway."
"Okay so this is my first hammock, and let me tell you, if I had another I would burn it."
"It was amazing to have this on my recent camping trip and now I am trying to figure out where in my yard (or house?). I may have to plant some trees to hang it, but I WILL make this happen..."
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Best Camping Personal Care Products

Neatmaster Ultrasonic Pest Repellent - Electronic Pest Control Plug In-Pest Repeller for Insect - Mice , Roaches , Bugs , fleas , Mosquitoes , Spiders
There are 3 operation modes , Different light colors show different Functions. 1)Green mode on : For light pest infection (human and pets can’t hear ). 2) Purple mode on : For middle pest infection (human and pets can’t hear ). 3)Red mode on : For severe pest infection (human and pets can hear ) Ps : Don’t light Red light when human and pets are inside the house. Features : 1)Effective all pests: Mice ,rat ,Cockroach, spiders, millipedes, mosquito ,ant, Termite ,Bedbug , Ladybugs , Silverfish, Wasp, Fleas/Ticks, Cicadas ,Cricket ,waterbug, Earwig ,chipmunk, bird , squirrel, tomcat, snake, scorpion, bat, Lizard, bedbug, moth, mole, flea, pigeon, leech, carpenter ant,Clothes Moth,dust mite,Fruit Fly, stink bug,aphids,woodworm,weevil and more. 2)Environmental free : Throw away dangerous CHEMICALS, Traps Poisons, or sprays , poisonous, synthetic chemicals , insecticide , sticky tape , mousetrap ,DEET and more . Mice, rats, spiders, roaches, mosquitoes, ants ,snakes , rats; None are immune to the sound and completely leave after a few short weeks of use.Our insect repellent sound is In-Audible to the human and pet's ear . SAFE, ECO-FRIENDLY AND ECONOMICAL : Throw away the harmful poisons, dangerous chemicals, and traps typically used in households and by insect control technicians.
Reviews
"The red mode for severe has a more constant high pitch sound that is audible as shown in the video attached below."
"we have been dealing with rodents eating our fruits off of our trees in the backyard and flies in the house ."
"Cue the bug guy, bleaching & spraying inside EVERY cabinet, washing EVERY dish & utensil. And honestly living in fear of something my rational mind knows I can crush but, my creeped out self has just never acclimated to living in Florida. My bug guy usually laughs at electronic devices, says my cat is more effective (#BodegaCats). My bug guy might not believe this works but my kitchen does. Time to call bug guy again, ugh."
"Verified Purchase. All the lights works well when I put it up."
"I choosed the red mode , the red mode is the strongest mode ."
"I have been using the repellent for few weeks, it works very well."
"Going to leave it at blue mode for a month and gonna switch to green mode later."
"This set of pest control works well."
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Best Camping Navigation & Electronics

Bluetooth Headphones, Hussar Magicbuds Best Wireless Sports Earphones with Mic, IPX7 Waterproof, HD Sound with Bass, Noise Cancelling, Secure Fit, up to 9 hours working time (2018 version)
Specification: • Bluetooth Specification: V4.1+EDR. • Standbytime: 240 Hours. • Battery: rechargeable Lithium-ion Polymer. • IPX7 Waterproof with Nano coating. • Noise Reduction: CVC 6.0. • Siri: supported. • Frequency response: 20 - 22kHz. • Charge time: about 1.5 hours. • Support profiles: HFP, HSP, AVRCP and A2DP. Package Includes • Hussar Magicbuds Bluetooth Headphones. • S, M, L Ear Tips. • Micro USB Charging Cable. • Zippered Carry Case. • User Manual. • Cord Management Clip. We’ve carefully crafted our 4.1 Bluetooth Headphones to not only be compatible with all the hottest mobile technology—like your iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Windows phone, iPad mini, and Alienware laptop—but we’ve made them super comfortable and secure with ergonomic design so you never have to miss a beat. BLUETOOTH V4.1 and UNIVERSAL CONNECTIVITY: We give you the power of Bluetooth V4.1 technology for seamless syncing to your favorite wireless devices, including iPhone, iPad, Android cell Phones, Windows Phones, and more up to 10 meters 33 feet.
Reviews
"After getting an Amazon gift card for Christmas, I decided not to spend the $200 on a pair of the wireless Beats and instead opted for the Hussar wireless earbuds instead. In addition, the headphones look great on the ear and are very light compared to some other wireless headphones I have tried in the past which is especially useful when I am doing strength training that involves a lot of up and down movements."
"PROs. Over-the-ear hooks: There are a lot of Bluetooth earbuds available on Amazon that sound great, but don’t always stay in your ear while you’re running or working out. I did a quick test by running in place, doing jumping jacks, and doing push-ups, and the earbuds stayed in my ear without an issue. Built-in mic: If you receive an incoming call while using these earbuds, you can answer it thanks to the built-in microphone.Bluetooth 4.1: In additional to improved sound quality, Bluetooth 4.1 also has improved battery life for both your phone and the earbuds (as long as your phone is Bluetooth 4.1 compatible as well). You will still get quality phone calls and music at the same time it will provide the ability for you to be alert for outside sounds that you would hear if you are not wearing a headset."
"These are fantastic."
"I can't say enough good things about these headphones."
"For headphones that quality wise are similar to my wireless powerbeats, strongly recommend."
"I really like these headphones!"
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Best Camping Safety & Survival Equipment

HotHands Insole Foot Warmers - Long Lasting Safe Natural Odorless Air Activated Warmers - Up to 9 Hours of Heat - 16 Pair
HotHands Warmers are single use air-activated heat packs that provide everyday warmth and are ideal for keeping you warm when the temperature gets cold. • Ingredients: Iron Powder, Water, Salt, Activated Charcoal, and Wood Fiber. Trusted - HotHands, the leader in air-activated warmers, has been warming hands, feet, and bodies for over 20 years. It’s a brand trusted all over the world by professional athletes, outdoor sporting enthusiasts, spectators, skiers, outdoor worker and by anyone wanting safe, convenient, concentrated warmth in cold weather conditions. Buy with Confidence - To ensure you receive genuine HotHands products when shopping online, please only purchase from authorized distributors or retailers or an Amazon listing that clearly states the product is sold and shipped directly by Amazon. SAFE, NATURAL LONG-LASTING HEAT - Odorless, Disposable, Single-Use Item, Do Not Apply Directly to The Skin. MULTIPURPOSE WARMERS - Single use air-activated heat packs that provide everyday warmth and are ideal for keeping your body warm when the temperature gets cold.
Reviews
"This is perfect when it is really cold and strong rains are happening during Winter months in the SF Bay Area. Another suggestion, is when food workers whoever work on extreme freezing moments may benefit this product."
"Work great while hunting from a tree stand or duck blind."
"These heated insoles keep my feet comfortable (not hot) against the bone chilling games."
"These are wonderful!"
"I use these all winter!"
"These add extra wamth to my feet."
"Wow!"
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Best Hiking Clothing

Duofold Men's Mid-Weight Wicking Thermal Pant
60% Cotton/40% Polyester.
Reviews
"These make a real difference in keeping my lower body warm."
"got these for my boyfriend and he loved them."
"These are my third pair, and I recommend these for the medium under layer."
"I like them enough that I bought three pairs afterwards.Maybe a bit smaller or tighter than I'd have preferred, but definitely better than OK."
"Tall and thin."
"I ordered based on the sizing chart and I think its a little small for my taste."
"These long johns not only fit well, but they insulate well!"
"I really tried to give this a chance but it just didn't do it for me."
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Best Camping & Hiking Hydration & Filtration Products

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness
The LifeStraw Personal water filtration straw measures 9 x 1 x 1 inches and weighs 0.1 pounds; includes sealed bag for storage in backpack or survival kit. Removes minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria, 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites, and filters to 0.2 microns; surpasses EPA filter standards.
Reviews
"On top of one of the lower peaks, I drank from the most disgusting looking crevice filled with brown scum (see photo). Get one for your outdoor adventures, and one for your bug-out bag, which everyone should have in case of natural disaster (or apparently civil war, because the world seems to have gone mad)."
"In the past I always carried a General Ecology First Need XL water purifier and refilled nalgene bottles with it. When you're at high altitudes in the mountains this leads to longer "drink breaks" since you can get winded pretty easy while trying to suck up water through the LifeStraw."
"As soon as I got this thing in the mail I went straight to the nastiest, most contaminated thing I could find."
"UPDATE - 4-25-2016. After more than 3-years of numerous weekend and 2-week excursions, my very first LifeStraw would not produce anymore clean filtered water. I really don't know how many liters of water that was used, but I can say this....with the coffee filter attached to this unit it out last my friends LifeStraw more than a year. Now, I use a Portable Siphon Hand Liquid Transfer Pump with this unit."
"So I intentionally got lost in the wilderness with a couple friends with the LifeStraw in my pocket and nothing else. We were going to die of dehydration out in the redwood wilderness, huddled around a useless LifeStraw. So I grab a cup of water and dunk the LifeStraw into it, letting it soak for a few minutes. Frantically I call my friends and tell them how it wasn't a piece of junk and how we were just stupid guys who didn't read the directions."
"Link to video of review: [...]. Link to purchase: [...]. Tested it in 3 locations. 1."
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Best Camp Kitchen Equipment

YETI Rambler Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Tumbler with Lid
Rambler Tumbler with Lid. We over-engineered these double-wall insulated tumblers with an 18/8 stainless steel body, which means your drink still keeps its temperature no matter how much of a beating this cup takes.
Reviews
"Does an equally good job keeping things cold. They are quite expensive and I hear there are brands that do just as good a job keeping things hot/cold."
"We have bought a few of these from Academy as gifts and my wife owns one (you can tell who make the BIG bucks in our house). I started looking for a tumbler because the one I was using at work was pretty beat up but I didn’t want to send $30 for one (yes I’m cheap). I did some research and by the time I got my Amazon Yeti I was armed with this information. I tried to label the pics: fake on the left in red, real on the right in green. 4) HEIGHT – The fake one is about 1/8” taller. 5) UNDER – The 2 tumblers have the “Design in in Austin…” sentence but the numbers after “China” are different. There is a difference in weight, I think the real Yetis are a bit heavier (also got this info from a YouTube video). If you are paying anything under $30 and/or if the cup is being shipped directly for China, chances it is a fake. My advice (if you want a real Yeti) buy one directly from Yeti, REI, Academy, Dick’s, Cabela’s, ACE Hardware…. At the end I did spend $30: I bought 3 Ozark Trails (look up Yeti vs Ozark Trail in YouTube) from the local Wally-Mart: two 20oz tumblers and one 30oz tumbler."
"Bigfoot isn't real... and neither is this YETI."
"This is a fake YETI."
"I originally purchased one from REI and noticed that the two I recently ordered from Amazon did not look or feel right."
"The image pictured has a YETI lid."
"The lid has started to crack after 3 weeks."
"Counterfeit items!!!"
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Best Trekking Poles

Foxelli Trekking Poles – Collapsible, Lightweight, Shock-Absorbent, Carbon Fiber Hiking, Walking & Running Sticks with Natural Cork Grips, Quick Locks, 4 Season / All Terrain Accessories and Carry Bag
Foxelli Trekking Poles Meet All Your Hiking Needs, with its Adjustable Quick Lock Technology, Ultra-Light Design and Shock-Absorbent Materials. • Easily and quickly adjust poles’ length to fit adults or children. • Burn 20% more calories while using Foxelli Trekking Poles! MOVE FASTER & FURTHER WITH LESS EFFORT: Made from Shock Absorbent, Ultralight 100% Carbon Fiber Material, which Minimizes the Impact on Joints and Absorbs any Noise. SUPREME COMFORT: Anti-Slip Natural Cork Grips Adjust to the Hand, Absorb Sweat, and Keep Hands Cool and Dry During Long Distance Hikes. ALL TERRAIN, ALL CONDITIONS: From Climbing Ice Mountains to an Easy Urban Walk, Heavy Duty 4 Season Accessories and a Tungsten Carbide Tip Won’t Let You Down.
Reviews
"Strong and easily adjustable."
"These light and highly adjustable hiking poles give the hiker more speed, strength, and balance."
"Just finished my third day of walking with my poles, and I like the experience so much that I have signed up for continuing classes."
"My single concern was that the bottom extensions were rather tight and did not slide easily in and out, but I found if you rotate them slightly, back and forth, as you are adjusting them you can extend or retract them easily enough."
"My husband was impressed with the cork handles, the strength of the poles, and the fact they were better poles than his and cost a lot less."
"The loops are great as they wrap around winter gloves and provide additional support."
"In one case two of the assesseries were disposed of as they were mistaken for packing materials."
"I love my new trekking poles, I like the fact that they are portable and light weight yet offer enough strength for me to feel confident that I can rely on them."
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Best Hiking Footwear & Accessories

Timberland White Ledge Men's Waterproof Boot
Ideal for day hikes and weekend adventures, the Timberland Men's White Ledge Boots are constructed from full-grain waterproof leather and seam-sealed for complete protection from raindrops and water crossings. Waterproof full-grain leather upper for comfort Padded collar and tongue protects ankles Breathable EVA footbed offers comfort Multidirectional lugs provide traction Gusseted tongue relieves lace pressure. Waterproof Leather Keeps Feet Dry The Timberland White Ledge Boots feature a seam-sealed full-grain leather upper that keep your feet dry and protected while hiking in wet or muddy conditions. In 1973, Timberland introduced their first waterproof leather boot, setting new standards for craftsmanship, durability, and protection for the outdoors. Leather.
Reviews
"Great boots!"
"If you hike long distances, and you don't need their water proof protection, I would leave these on only for the short 1-2 miles."
"I also have a brand new pair of these that I ordered in December of 2011, just in case they discontinue making them or the quality goes South, still sitting in their box."
"They look like they will do well in mud because the lugs are deep enough for good traction, but not so deep that they won't be able shed the bulk of it."
"I am totally happy with these boots and can't wait for the first rainy day to test their water tightness."
"I run around Seattle and surrounding suburbs in this in the rain, hiking around neighborhoods, and my feet are always dry."
"Best of all, they seemed old once I arrived home; but warm. Water, a brush and boot polisher and shinner makes them look new again!"
"They even have a waterproof tag on the boot."
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