Get the Inside Edge on the Outdoors

Backpackers face unique challenges when choosing a sleeping pad to go under their sleeping bag. Like everyone else, they seek comfort and insulation. Unlike car-, horse- and campground-based situations, however, backpackers must balance these factors while…

Afraid your bag won’t keep you warm? Sleeping bags are rated for certain temperatures by their manufacturers. Look around and you will see some are rated for warm weather while others are rated for extreme cold.…

There are a number of important factors to consider when choosing a sleeping bag. Let’s break them down. Insulation Type The insulating material inside the sleeping bag is often called fill. The fill is a very…