Kelty Cosmic 40 Degree “Price is no object” is a pretty uncommon phrase in backpacking circles and most of us are managing a budget of some sort as we make gear buying decisions. The Cosmic 40 is a great option…
Big Agnes Sidewinder SL 20 Degree If only we all slept soundly on our back, hands folded neatly in front of us, without moving a muscle until the sun rose and it was time to break camp. If only. Few of us…
Eagles Nest Outfitters Ember UnderQuilt There is something truly liberating about climbing into your hammock at the end of a long day of backpacking, but if overnight temperatures dip you could be looking at a long, uncomfortable night unless you are…
Sierra Designs Night Cap 20 Degree The Night Cap 20 takes the “zipperless” design that we love from Sierra Designs’ innovative Backcountry Beds and Nitro bags and makes it available at a price to suit cost-conscious backpackers. Zippers add weight and can…
Sea to Summit Cinder Cd1 Quilt When the weather is warm and you want to travel as fast and light as possible, a quilt makes a great alternative to a sleeping bag, especially when it delivers performance like the Cinder Cd1 Quilt.…
NEMO Puffin Blanket 1 Person It has been fun and refreshing to see a reimagining of traditional blankets over the last couple of years with a new focus on outdoor functionality. The versatile Puffin Blanket is one of our favorites with…
Marmot Idlewild Doublewide 30 Degree Some folks look forward to getting out in the backcountry alone to experience solitude and reset. Others have very different intentions and while they want to get outside, the hope is to spend time away with…
Big Agnes Torchlight Camp 35 Degree Last year Big Agnes unveiled to rave reviews their innovative Torchlight sleeping bags and their built-in temperature modularity for backpackers. That same functionality is just as appealing even if you aren’t stuffing a bag into your…