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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Whether you’re circling around a campfire in a campground or claiming your spot on the lawn for a concert, you need a reliable comfy seat to plop down in and relax. Not all camping chairs are created equal though, so we compared the most popular and top-rated chairs on the market and made this list to help you find the perfect portable chair for your needs. If you’re looking for a chair that’s light enough to haul into the backcountry, check out our Best Backpacking Chairs list to see our favorite minimalist seats under 2 lbs.
What’s Most Important To You In A Camping Chair?
PRICE - You don’t have to break the bank to get a great camping chair, but we find that spending a little more is often well worth the cost for the increase in comfort, durability, and convenience. We recommend chairs at a variety of price points below to make it easy to find a great option that fits your budget.
WEIGHT/PACKED SIZE - While weight and packability isn’t as important for camping chairs as it is for a backpacking chair, it’s still a good idea to consider things like storage and portability. If you’ve got the space in your car and you won’t be carrying your camping chair very far, comfort is king. If you’re tight on space or need to be more mobile for festivals and trips to the beach, choose a portable chair that’s easy to shoulder without weighing you down.
HEIGHT - Low chairs are great for musical events, movies in the park, and trips to the beach because they’re more portable and they don’t block the view of those behind you. Chairs with higher seats are easier to get in and out of (especially for those with bad knees) and are usually more comfortable for extended use.
COMFORT - The whole purpose of packing a camping chair is to get you up off the ground so you can sit comfortably. But not everyone’s idea of comfort is exactly the same. For some, firm support is critical. For others, having a headrest and being able to recline is key.
DURABILITY/WEIGHT CAPACITY - If you want a chair that will last for many seasons, or you need a chair with a higher weight capacity, we recommend one of the stout options below. Sturdy chairs are often a bit heavier and bulkier, so they aren’t quite as easy to carry, but this tradeoff is well worth it in the way of comfort and value.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Bike trailers for kids come in different styles and are designed for different purposes – there isn’t one best bike trailer for kids, but rather bike trailers that are best for different uses and budgets.
Some trailers perform like a dream on the road, while others excel off-road or on bumpy terrain. Some are dedicated bike trailers, while others can also be used as bike trailer strollers and bike trailer joggers. Some are better suited for older kids, while others are ideal for tiny passengers. And what about bringing along the baby? We’ve narrowed down the best options below so you don’t have to do the research!
As with all things, you really get what you pay for with bike trailers. High-end and mid-range trailers have the most comfort features (like suspension or reclining seats) and also have the ability to convert to strollers, joggers, and ski strollers. Basic and budget trailers have fewer comfort features and usually are not compatible with jogger, stroller, and ski conversion kits.
Why trust us? Over the last 10 years, we’ve personally tested out every major trailer brand on the market.  From Thule and Burley to WIKE, Schwinn, Instep and Hamax, we have ridden, run and walked with almost different child bike trailers to help you find the best.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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It’s always exciting to break away from the hustle and bustle of life and escape to the wilderness to relax. However, if you’re out backpacking or RVing, you might need to have more than just a portable power bank to give you the energy you need to keep you and your devices running. Having a portable solar panel gives you the freedom to travel without needing to divert to find a power source to recharge everything. Whether it’s your stove, lights, or electronics that need power, portable solar panels will have you covered.
It’s important though to make sure you have a solar panel that fits your travel style. There is no “one size fits all” option when it comes to the best portable solar panels. Check out our guide so you know what to look for before purchasing your new solar panel kit.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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What if he was wrong or there was a different way that we never got the opportunity to explore? Why worry about grinding if the whole beans taste much better?
So, the question is: can you brew coffee beans without grinding them?
Yes, you can! In reality, the grinders don’t do much to improve the taste or flavor of coffee. They simply crush the roasted pods into smaller particles to help them brew quickly when added to water.
In fact, the best grinders are the ones that do the least damage to the flavor of the beans during the grinding process. Talking about damage, they usually happen in two ways:
First, grinding the beans in a coffee grinder degrades the flavor through oxidation. I will discuss this in detail later in the article. Second, a cheap grinder gives particles of different sizes that affect the extraction process.
What Happens When Coffee Beans Are Not Ground Properly?
Improper grinding results in particles of inconsistent sizes that extract at different rates. For example, the finer particles extra faster while the bigger ones may take time. By the time the bigger ones extract completely, the smaller particles will turn bitter due to over-extraction.
If you stop the brewing process quickly, this will result in under extraction and your coffee will have a weak flavor. Failing to get that right flavor from your coffee beans is not due to the ingredients but the process itself.
The richest and most flavorful cups of coffee are made when the beans are ground in an expensive grinder that delivers homogenous particles without depleting the flavor.
Sadly, even the most high-end grinders are not absolutely perfect. So, why use them in the first place? The biggest reason behind grinding beans is perhaps to quicken the brewing process and not make it wait for too long to get a cup of coffee.
Until now, I thought whole beans may never extract in the water and even if they did, the process might take an entire day. To my surprise, I was so wrong!
I tried extracting whole coffee beans without grinding them and voila! I managed to create a rich and delicious cup of Java in just one hour. If you would like to try it out too, find the recipe below:
Recipe To Brew Coffee Beans Without Grinding Them
Ingredients and equipment required: Whole Arabica coffee beans, a sauce container (pot), a mason jar, and water heated to boiling temperature.
Fill the mason jar with whole coffee beans to the 3 oz level. Refer to the markings on the side of the jar for accurate measurement.
Now add one cup of hot water. You can see that the coffee beans will start floating slightly above the water level.
Put the mason jar inside the sauce container and fill the container with hot water to the same level as the water level on the jar.
Now place the container on the stove and let it simmer with 50% heat for one hour. You can increase or decrease the temperature if necessary.
After one hour, remove the mason jar from the container using towel and tongs. Pour out the brewed coffee and leave the coffee beans (that are now darker than before) behind.
Relax and enjoy a cup of aromatic freshly brewed coffee.
When Can You Brew Coffee Beans Without Grinding Them?
There are certain situations when brewing whole coffee beans, without a coffee maker, instead of grinding them can be extremely useful.
Think about the camping trips or a power failure where coffee beans are available but a grinder is not. Wouldn’t it be great to make coffee without grinding them and surprising your friends with an amazing drink?
Another scenario is if you live in a dorm or hostel and your budget does not permit you to get a grinder. If instant coffee does not satisfy your cravings, try making coffee using whole beans instead.
Brewing whole coffee beans can also save the rate of depletion and degradation that takes place after grinding beans. Below, I have mentioned three factors that contribute to the degradation of beans after grinding. You can use whole beans to prevent degradation altogether.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Cooking foods in the outdoors is very important. It is also important that the cookware is easy to clean. People do not want to waste a lot of energy cleaning cookware or tableware while in the outdoors. I went everywhere online and found several amazing family camping cookware sets. These items below are a few of the best that I am aware of that can help people cook foods while in the outdoors. I know that these are some of the best because of the amount of positive customer reviews.
How To Choose A Family Camping Cookware Set
Types Of Camping Cookware SetsTableware
A lot of backpacking tableware can be used as a cookware as well. This is to shed backpack weight, and free up more room. These are often made out of some form of metal like titanium or stainless steel. Getting a tableware or cookware that is multipurpose is ideal for backpacking.
Backpacking Cookware
Backpacking cookware are often lightweight and compact. People have to think about the amount of weight that they are going to carry and the amount of space they have in their backpacks. Backpacking cookware are designed to be carried for lots of miles. They are meant to be light so that they do not require a lot of energy in order to be carried.
Car Camping Cookware
Car camping cookware are very large and bulky. These cookware are very similar to the cookware you will find at your own home. Car camping cookware are more durable though and they are also lighter than home cooking equipment.
Kettles / Water Boiler
There are many different kinds of kettles for camping. There are kettles that are meant for tea and boiling water. Then there are coffee makers like percolators, French press, espresso makers and so on. These cookware are important to a lot of people who love camping and love to have their morning coffee.
Mess Kits
Mess kits are multipurpose, all in one set of cookware and tableware. Most mess kits are meant to be used for cooking and for eating foods. Mess kits will often have everything you need to cook and enjoy your food for one day. These are often lightweight, compact and ideal for backpacking.
Choosing The Camping Cookware Set MaterialHard-Anodized Aluminum
This material is very cheap and inexpensive. This is a very common material found in a lot of backpacking mess kits. The cookware made out of hard anodized aluminum will often have a Teflon non-stick coating. This will make the item easy to clean and easy to cook with. This type of material is durable but not scratch resistant.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel is one of the best material for cookware. A lot of my cookware at home are made out of this material. This is scratch resistant, heats up easily, beautiful or aesthetically pleasing, rust resistant and corrosion resistant. This is also very safe and non-toxic. One of the best materials to use for a camping cookware.
Titanium
Titanium is also a very good material for a camping cookware. This material is very popular for backpackers. This is very durable and heats up easily. It has a lot of the benefits of stainless steel while being lighter in weight. Titanium is somewhat expensive though so expect to pay for a little bit more for a cookware made out of this material.
Cast Iron
Cast iron is very heavy and not a good material for backpacking. However, for cooking, this is one of the best materials to use. There are a lot of cookware that are made out of cast iron. You can bring cast iron cookware for car camping purposes. This material is just too heavy to be used for backpacking.
Health Concerns That People Should Think AboutTeflon Non-Stick Coatings
Teflon is a non-stick coating that is often found in a lot of cookware. This makes the cookware easy to cook with and easy to clean because the food particles do not stick on the surface of the cookware. Teflon had a bad reputation though because it was found out that PFOA was very toxic to the body. Most cookware now that are coated with Teflon do not have PFOA in them.
Ceramic Non-Stick Coatings
Ceramic is safer and more expensive than Teflon. A lot of people prefer to use ceramic non-stick coating because it does not have a bad reputation. However, not a lot of cookware have ceramic nonstick coatings on them. So your choices maybe limited.
BPA Free
BPA has been known to make people sick and that this is very toxic to the body. So if you are going to get tableware that are made out of plastic, make sure that it does not have any BPA. Most item descriptions will often tell the customer that the item is BPA-free.
Camping Features To Think AboutDurable
The durability of the item is very important. Cookware meant for the outdoors does not always mean that they are going to be more durable. Cookware for the outdoors will often mean that the item is going to be lightweight and compact. So sometimes durability gets sacrificed so that the item does not have enough weight. It is important that you do your research and make sure that the item that you are getting is durable.
Easy To Clean
The item or items have to be easy to clean. We are often very tired after a camping trip. The last thing we want to do is spend an hour cleaning cookware, portable stoves, grills, grates and so on. We want to relax. So it is important that our cookware and most of our camping gear to be very easy to clean. This way we do will have more time relaxing after a camping trip.
Conducts Heat Easily
Since you might use a gas stove or gas grill for a camping trip, it is important that the item conducts heat very well. If the cookware conducts heat very well then you will have more control over the flame and be able to cook the recipes better. It saves a lot of gas as well. You do not have to use a lot of gas to boil water or cook recipes.
Portable
Make sure that the item is very portable. This means that the cookware is compact and lightweight. You really do not want to bring anything heavy while camping outdoors. It will give you lots of problems and headaches. It will be very hard for you to pack, unpack, transport and carry the item. It is the same for cookware. It is just better if the item is portable.
Price
If you want high quality items, then you have to pay a little bit more. However, if you are not planning on going camping for a lot of time then you do not need anything high quality. Something inexpensive and budget friendly will do the trick since you are not going to use the cookware often. If you love to cook though, you should get a high quality set of item. It is just better and more fun that way.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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You don’t keep your work shoes on after a hard day on the job, so why should you keep your hiking shoes on after a long day on the trail? You don’t have to, and that’s why you’re here! You’re joining an elite class of campground chillers who don’t take sore feet for an answer.
Sure, we do a lot of hiking to test gear. But this time... This time we did a lot of sitting around fires, laying in hammocks, and just being plain lazy to narrow down this list of the best camp shoes on the market.
WHAT’S MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU IN  A CAMP SHOE?
COMFORT AND FIT - The whole point of wearing camp shoes is to be comfy, so we won’t spend a lot of time here convincing you of what you already know. For maximum comfort, we always look for shoes that are breathable and have a relaxed fit.
PRICE - Can you really put a price on comfort? We don’t think so, but a good pair of camp shoes doesn’t need to clean out your wallet.
WEIGHT - All the camp shoes we picked for this list are worth their weight in gold, but some are lighter than others.
VERSATILITY -  Many of our favorite camp shoes can also work for hiking and crossing water (check out our Best Hiking Sandals for Men and Women lists to see more about our favorite hiking picks). If you’re on a tight budget or weight is a big concern for you, go with one of these more versatile shoes that can pull double-duty.
SUPPORT - If your joints sound like a bowl of Rice Krispies at the end of the day, you may benefit from a supportive recovery shoe. These shoes are specifically designed to absorb impact when you walk and can help ease aches. On the other hand, some folks find that minimal shoes that allow their feet to move naturally are more effective at relieving muscle and joint fatigue.
DURABILITY - In theory, you’re here to find a pair of shoes to lounge in. But if you lounge just as hard as you work, check out our top picks for durability.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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A steamy cup of java on a crisp, quiet morning is just about the perfect start to any day in the wilderness. A warm meal at the end of a long day on the trail is pretty tough to beat as well. Backpacking stoves can enhance your wilderness adventures in a way that few other tools can.
We channeled our inner gourmet chef, researched, and tested dozens of backpacking stoves to help cut through the clutter and share our favorite backpacking stoves available today.
What’s Most Important to You in a Stove?
STOVE TYPE - Canister stoves are the most common and convenient type of stove, and they’re the easiest to use. Liquid fuel stoves are the most efficient for trips at high altitude or below freezing temperatures. Wood stoves are nice because you don’t have to lug fuel around, but they don’t work for trips above treeline or in most desert environments. Solid fuel stoves and alcohol stoves are generally pretty budget-friendly and they’re ultralight, but you can’t control the flame, they yield slow boil times, and they’re not great in wind.
PRICE - Some stoves are cheap and easy to make yourself, and others may cost more than a hundred dollars. We recommend stoves at a variety of price points below, but it usually makes sense to spend a little more for a stove you plan to use for many years if you plan to backpack a lot.
WEIGHT - Big liquid fuel power-burners used for snow melting can weigh close to a pound and ultralight gram-saver stoves can weigh under an ounce. We tend to prefer ultralight canister stoves for most of our 3-season backpacking trips, but we do bring heavier integrated stove systems for shorter trips and liquid fuel stoves for winter trips.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Intense, outdoor work in chilly, wet conditions is difficult for your feet. Standard work or snow boots are incredible, yet they simply don’t offer the full bundle of security you need. For a definitive open-air solace and wellbeing at work, you need the best winter work boots.
At the point when you need throughout the day assurance from the components, insulated work boots are a fundamental piece of your chilly climate gear.
It’s difficult to accept that your general-obligation work boots will be adequate all year, yet appropriate protection requires layers. Warm socks can help; however, the additional security of insulated work boots gives you the needed edge for long days exposed, ice, and the day off.
Tough, outdoor work in cold, wet conditions is no picnic for your feet. Standard work or snow boots are high, but they just don’t offer the full package of protection you need. For the ultimate outdoor comfort and safety on the job, you need the best winter work boots.
If your jobs require you to walk on ice / icy surface the whole day, here are amazing shoes for walking on ice that is designed for walking in wintertime.
Read our latest guide about Best Cold Weather Work Boots
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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As a hunter, you know that cold feet can ruin your hunting trip. Frozen feet can turn a fun day of hunting into a miserable experience that you just want to end. With warm feet, you can stay focused on your fun-filled gaming experience and increase your odds of a successful hunt.
The bottom line here is, having the right hunting gear can certainly make all the difference while out in the woods. If you are fond of hunting in cold weather, investing in the best cold weather hunting boots would certainly be in your best interest.
With the infinite variety of hunting boots in the market, pinpointing the perfect boots to serve your needs is a challenge. As always, though, it all boils down to the type of terrain you intend to hunt. Will you be wading through swampy areas or perhaps, hiking through deep snow?
Well, regardless of where you plan to hunt, we have you covered. We’ve compiled a list of the warmest hunting boots this year. But before diving in; let’s have a look at why you need special boots for cold weather.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Here you have our list of best 10-person camping tents suitable for families and groups, most of them with very affordable prices and some with exceptional designs, designed for summer camping or for all seasons.
The list includes the following types:
Extended dome tents.
There is the double-layer type with a full-coverage rain fly.
Many of the tents are typical summer camping cabin-type tents. More about cabin tents you can read in my separate text.
There are true 3-season tents.
There are also examples of true winter tents.
Some of the tents are freestanding and others are not. But all of them are very tall tents and I would not use any without staking them to the ground.
Several tents in the list are instant-type, very suitable for groups and families on cross-country tours. About instant cabin tents, you can read more here.
Are they really for 10 people?
The answer is yes and no. There is no doubt that all of them can accommodate the prescribed number of 10 users sleeping in the floor. But only a few of them have extra space for gear, so I would downgrade them all (even the largest ones in the group) for some 3 – 6 people.
Camping trips with your friends and family are unforgettable experiences. For many people, it’s a great opportunity to spend time together, bond, and stay close to nature. And what’s better than camping outdoors? The answer is simple: camping outdoors with a large group of people. And for that, you’ll need either an extra-roomy shelter or a great deal of patience!
If patience is not something you have an endless supply of, never fear! In this guide, we’ll introduce you to ten awesome tents that will help ensure your family camping trips are comfortable, safe, and as fun as can be.
Now, picking the right tent is a challenging task on its own. With so many brands, models, and types available on the market, choosing the one tent to rule them all is no easy feat. However, our guide should help you understand the most important criteria in deciding upon the best model for your needs.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Our outdoor experts have tested the best four-season tents over the last 11 years. This 2021 update features 13 of the market's most tried and true, popular models, tested by our team, which is comprised of a number of members, including international guides, weekend warriors, and recreational expeditionists. We've tested across the globe, with each tent in all seasons, enduring conditions of sandy deserts, windswept ridges, frigid lows, and hot highs. After field testing, we meticulously assessed key features and note which tents are best for particular niche conditions. All of this research is done to help you find your perfect shelter, no matter your budget.
With the last leaves off the trees and snowflakes falling, planning for winter adventures has officially begun! And if we’re going to make all these hikes, climbs, and ski treks a reality, we’re going to need a good shelter. Winter weather demands a burly tent, one that is designed to withstand high winds and overnight snowfall. We’ve found the best tents for your cold season and mountaineering trips.
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bestoutdoorgears · 4 years ago
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Our guide to selecting the best 4-person tent to give you blissful nights under the stars, whether you're in a campsite, at a festival or in the mountains.
We’ve rounded up the best 4-person tents of all shapes and sizes to suit any outdoor adventure – and to fit most budgets. Whether you’re off into the wilderness, heading to a festival with friends or planning the perfect family camping holiday, you'll find your ideal home-from-home here.
It should go without saying that the best tents give you excellent protection from wind and rain. Just like the very best waterproof jackets, the tents we’ve featured keep you bone dry and warm in even the most challenging conditions.
As well as this, the best 4-person tents do more than just providing shelter for up to four adults. Their features, size and weight can vary massively. From light, portable, backpacking tents to huge multi-bedroom family options, different models suit different ambitions.
You’ll find a full guide to how to buy the best 4-person tent for you at the bottom of our round-up, as there's a wealth of choice here. Multiple tent designs, such as spacious dome tents, luxurious car camping shelters and tunnel tents, are available.
Every tent featured is top of its class; your choice will come down to what you want to use it for and how much you want to spend.
Camping with the family? The Marmot Limelight 4, with its two vestibules and a fast and stress-free set-up, is perfect for a week’s holiday. Alternatively, if you’re heading for the hills, you’re going to need a compact, packable option, as even the best hiking backpacks have limited capacity. A super-lightweight, one-bedroom tent, such as the MSR Zoic, won’t compromise your experience. If you’re bagging Munros in the Scottish Highlands or if you’re taking on America’s best thru-hikes, it just might be the tent for you.
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There are a lot of things to love about this family tent. The first being the incredibly easy setup. This tent is designed for a 60-second setup. That is pretty impressive in our eyes.
We have some tall people in our family, so it is nice to have a tent that is roomy with a 6 ft. 7 in. center height. This helps you from feeling cramped when you stand up.
The family tent is designed for 10 people which is great, especially if your kids are bringing friends with them, which adds to the adventure. It is big enough that you can fit 4 queen-sized air bed mattresses.
Another great feature of this tent is the room divider. This great for privacy when you are getting changed, want to separate the boys from the girls, or for the adults to have a space of their own.
The tent is constructed well to hold up against rainy weather, which is great because no one likes to have wet gear and bedding when you camping.
Do you like to sleep in beyond the sunrise when you are camping? This tent has a darkroom technology that keeps it dark to help you sleep in longer. Additionally, it blocks 90% of the sunlight on inside which also helps reduce the heat in the tent compared to most standard tents.
The last great feature of this tent, which helped it to win our vote is the hinged door design, which makes access in and out easy, especially for kids.
This family tent is not the cheapest option, which may be a factor for some, but no need to worry, as we have included several other good options in our review.
While group camping is one of the most awesome outdoor activities out there, its outcome will depend on your preparation. And the best 6 person camping tent remains one of the most important prerequisite when you consider venturing out in a family or group of friends of six or so.
Without one, you will be left vulnerable to the harsh outdoor elements including bad weather and insects making your camping uncomfortable and less memorable. Worse still, this could potentially threaten your health several days or weeks after your expedition making you hate any future camping trips.
We give you a chance to get the best experience during your camping or backpacking by giving you the most impartial 6 person tents review. But wait! Who needs a 6 person tent?
Well, with an interior space of between 150-180 square feet, six person tents are ideal for fairly large families. Again, friends of about 6 people who want to spend fun nights together during camping will find these tents incredible. Five people will find these tents amazingly large while fairly larger 6 person tents will provide ample sleeping space for up to 8 people, though with limited space to move around.
Before we came up with the below list, our team of experts considered several aspects including tent durability, buyers' reviews, design, type, size, sturdiness, weight among other essential factors. Now, let us get to our countdown!
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If car camping is a feasible—and responsible—way to get yourself and your loved ones outdoors right now, you’ll need a comfortable place to sleep. After researching more than 50 tents, talking to tent designers and tent-pole manufacturers, and sleeping in a total of 25 tents on six weekend camping trips, we think the Kelty Grand Mesa 4 is the best car-camping tent available now for two people, and the Eureka Copper Canyon LX 6 is the best choice for most families.
Some of my favorite memories with my kids, as well as with my parents and grandparents took place while we were camping. I love the sense of outdoor adventure, and the joy my children experienced. They thought it was great to go camping, and as a result, it made me seem like a pretty cool dad to them. The sense of excitement was so obvious, and the wide smiles. Of course, as you prepare for your family camping trip, and you are going to need a tent. We looked at the best family tents and reviewed 7 excellent choices that keep you and your family satisfied. Any of the tents listed below would make a solid choice as a family tent. When camping with your whole family getting a camping mattress for couples may be a good idea. They are very comfortable and fit well in this style of tent. To determine which is the best family tent for you, you will need to consider factors such as style (dome or cabin), the total number of people, budget, and if the additional screen-room is important for you.
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Even a cheeky leak that dribbles into your camping tent is an annoyance. You’ll end up with a damp end of a sleeping bag or stepping on it with your socks, giving you damp feet for the day. Any water inside a tent is just a big no-no. So how do we avoid getting water in our tents?  There are a few little tricks of the trade but the main one is owning a waterproof tent.
All tents come with a waterproof rating, also referred to as a water column or index that is measured in millimeters. It’s a hydrostatic head measurement that tells you how many millimeters of water it takes to penetrate the fabric. Generally speaking anything with a rating of 1500mm and above will provide you with ample protection but obviously the higher the rating the better.
We have rounded up some of the best waterproof tents with a 1500mm rating or above and stripped them down in this review. We look at everything from practicality and portability to durability, weatherproofing, and more. Keep on reading to find the best waterproof tent for camping.
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When the trees are bare and the wind turns icy cold, it’s time for a more than serious jacket. Finding the warmest winter coat that will keep you toasty, even when temperatures dip way below zero is a difficult task. However, that shouldn’t stop you from braving the great outdoors, even if it’s just to have dinner at a quaint restaurant around the corner or a quick clearing of the latest snow on the drive!
That is why we’ve rounded up great winter coats that will not only keep you warm in extreme cold, they’re also stylish and relatively affordable.
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Fed up getting lost in the woods or looking for a way to record your rides? Here is Bike Perfect's round-up of the best MTB GPS computers.
The best MTB GPS computers have come a long way since the original ‘Cyclometer’ invented by Curtis H Veeder, an analog device that counted how many times a wheel rotated, and converted that into distance using a formula.
Now, compact handlebar-mounted devices feature GPS chips, Bluetooth, ANT+, WiFi and a host of other metrics ranging from speed, distance, and power to training stress score, 'beers earned' and Strava Live Segments.
When you're shopping for a new MTB GPS computer it can be challenging to navigate the vast spec sheets that come along with even the most basic units, so in the list below we’ll help you to wade through the tech jargon and help to find and buy the best GPS computer for mountain biking.
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