camping tents Made for the motorcycle traveler, the Nomad Ténéré Expedition Camping Tent will shelter both you and your bike. A two-person, three-season tent, the Ténéré is easy to set up and take down. Using just three poles, this Nomad camping tent is made from coated ripstop nylon with a polyester floor, and comes with 30 square feet of interior room. It only weighs 13 lbs. when packed and is perfect for motorcycle rallies and solo camping trips. Get one for $399. Nomad. Via Uncrate
camping tents Kelty has been building reliable backpacks since 1952, and this coming spring will be no different with the release of a couple of fresh, new designs boasting “a blend of new materials, innovative ventilation, and unique suspension systems” with Kelty’s AeroFly technology. At 2 lbs. 7 oz., the 1,650-cu.-in. Kelty Radii 27 backpack (pictured right) will boast Kelty’s AeroFly suspension system to keep you cool via its ventilated waist belt, shoulder straps and mesh back panel. The Radii 27 backpack will comfortably support loads weighing up to 30 pounds – perfect for your overnight backcountry excursions. The Radii 27 backpack will retail for $120. The 2,500-cu.-in. Kelty Locus 40 backpack (pictured right) features a light frame, AeroFly suspension system and mesh back panel for ventilation, and an adjustable torso length. The Locus 40 backpack is top-loading for easy access, and is hydration-system-compatible. At 3 lbs. 5 oz., the Locus 40 backpack is available in men’s and women’s styles for a price of $150. Kelty via The Gear JunkieYour email address will not be published.
camping tents GPS reliability is on your wrist, thanks to the Garmin Forerunner 205. A fitness tracker that takes your training to the next level, the Forerunner 205 offers advanced tracking and training programs accurately follow your progress. Easy-to-use right out of the box, this Garmin watch’s GPS calculates speed, distance and pace information. Outfitted with a SiRFstar receiver, it provides rapid first fix and is sensitive enough to acquire signals in urban canyons and under dense foliage. Other features include Virtual Partner features, pace alarm, Garmin Connect community, water-resistant construction and time/distance alarm alerts. Pick one up for $149.95. Garmin.
camping tents Stomp some serious trail with Columbia Sportswear’s Daska Pass Omni-Tech Hiking Boots. Designed for serious hikers, the Daska Pass boots are ideal for backpacking trips and longer treks. Made with waterproof and abrasion-resistant nubuck upper, gusseted tongue and scratch toe cap, these Columbia Sportswear hiking boots keep feet dry, secure, and comfortable. In the rugged of terrain, the lugged pattern of the Vibram rubber sole grip loose and uneven surfaces and the Contour Comfort footbed helps to circulate air through the insole. Other features include durable hooks and D-rings, removable contoured triple-density EVA footbed and poured PU midsole with metal shank. Pick up a pair for $150. Columbia Sportswear.
camping tents The Liberty Mountain Psyclone Tent Pegs are as easy to use as one, two… well, there’s no need for three because it works in just two steps! To use the Psyclone tent pegs, all you do is twist to insert and plant. You don’t even need a hammer, making them that much easier to install. And when its time to leave the campground, these Liberty Mountain tent pegs are just as easy to remove, just twist them in the opposite direction. And, with their patented thread design, the Psyclone Tent Pegs work in almost any type of soil condition, even sand and snow. These tent pegs sell for $1.20 each. Liberty Mountain. Via Gadget Grid
camping tents The new 2008 Big Agnes Copper Spur Ultralight 3 camping tents are touted as the “lightest backpacking tents yet,” and are garnering some attention thanks to their awesome interior space to weight ratio. With a trail weight of 4 lbs. 3 oz., the Copper Spur Ultralight 3 camping tent features a 44-sq.-ft. floor area with 18 sq. ft. of vestibule space, and a 44-inch peak, so while this tent packs down to a compact 7 by 22 inches, it offers lots of room for you, two friends and all your gear. Made of a new, lighter nylon and polyester mesh material, the Copper Spur Ultralight 3 tent also uses super-light DAC Featherlight NSL poles and x-peg stakes to further lighten its load. Aside from the weight factor, the Copper Spur Ultralight 3 camping tent offers a quick set up, easy access via two entrances, and ventilates well. Buy the Copper Spur Ultralight 3 camping tent for $499.95. Big Agnes.Your email address will not be published.
camping tents With enough room for your entire camping crew, the Big Agnes Pine Island 4 Camping Tent offers superior shelter in the outdoors. A three season, free standing, camping/base camp shelter, the Pine Island 4 is easy to set up, thanks to its lightweight 7000 series aluminum poles with press fit connectors. Made from lightweight polyester mesh and durable nylon rip-stop, this Big Agnes camping tent keeps you dry on the bottom too, as its floor is made with durable polyester with 1500mm waterproof polyurethane coating. Other features include a double door and vestibules with D-shaped doors, 15 superlight aluminum stakes, reflective guyline and interior mesh pockets. Pick one up for $339.95. Big Agnes.
camping tents Handy and eco-friendly, the Areobed Pakmat Air Mattress won’t take up much room in your backpack because it’s packed away in its own pump! Made of phthalate-free polyester material, the Pakmat stores inside its own pump and always ensures you never leave the pump behind. Easy to inflate, this Areobed air mattress pumps up in about 60 seconds using a simple pumping motion. Another bonus of being stored in the pump is that it is protected from punctures while inside and it stores right every time. Pick one up for $99.99. Aerobed. Via Oh Gizmo!
camping tents Perfect of the campground, the beach or poolside, the Eton Soulra Solar-Powered Sound System will provide the music for your outdoor pursuits. A solar-powered sound system that doubles as a charging dock and an entertainment system, the Soulra is encased in a rugged, rubberized aluminum body that is splash-proof. Equipped with a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack that is solar powered, this Eton sound system will charge your iPod or iPhone and keeps it running while playing your favorite tunes. Other features include a battery charge indicator, audio line input, AC power input, AC adapter and remote control. Rock out for $200. Eton.
camping tents From warm to cool, and windy to rainy, The North Face Evolution Triclimate Jacket is the gear to go with to cure your seasonal weather woes. The Evolution Triclimate Jacket is a great all-around all-weather jacket, boasting a three-in-one component that can withstand everything short of extreme conditions. The Evolution Triclimate Jacket is waterproof, seam sealed, and boasts a durable and breathable HyVent outer shell. Beneath the shell, the jacket features warm, removable tri-climate fleece. The jacket’s design also includes a fully adjustable hood with single-hand cinch cords that store in collar; outer and inner chest pockets and hand pockets; adjustable Velcro cuffs with elastic; and a bound hem with a cinch cord. The Evolution Triclimate Jacket retails for $178.95. The North Face.Your email address will not be published.