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Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 Tent - Gear Review
Big Agnes makes some of our favorite camping gear, for all kinds of reasons. From their tents to their sleeping bags, they just don't miss the details. Incredibly well thought-out and purposefully built, their gear will stand the test of time and perform as well as just about anything on the market. They hit another home run with the Copper Spur UL3 . This …
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Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 Tent - Gear Review
If I have learned anything over the last few years covering outdoor gear, it is that innovation and a drive to be the "best" is at the forefront of every brands priority list. It is an incredibly competitive industry, and if you are not innovating you are being left behind. The crew over at Big Agnes redesigned their Ultra-Light series of tents, the Copp…
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Bear Creek 200 Tent by Paha Que' - Gear Review
Paha Que' touts this as their first 2-person backpacking tent providing protection in all types of weather. The featherlight design is one of the lightest tents I have ever had my hands on; at about 5 pounds it is barely noticeable. Unboxing: The tent comes in a carrying bag which, upon opening, was encased in a heavy plastic bag. Inside these bags are…
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Nemo Equipment's Losi 3 Tent - Gear Review
What makes for a good tent? For me, there are a ton of factors to consider. Weight, durability, space and ease of set-up. Every time I look into tents I am amazed at the range of designs and prices. There are so many things to consider when picking a tent. Versatility is key. Functionality is not optional. Nemo makes one of the most well thought out tent pac…
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Kelty Salida 2 Tent - Gear Review
I don't know about you, but I have been itching to get out and sleep under the stars. As the ice melts and the lakes open back up, opportunities to sneak away are getting more and more enticing. This time of year the weather likes to try and fool you, so having a reliable place to escape is paramount. My first choice in spring shelters is the 2-pole 2-person t…
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Holiday Gift Idea #22 - Truck Tents from Rightline Gear
For many of us the closest we can get to the back woods for a camping excursion is an area state park or camp ground. So, odds are you are never that far from your vehicle. If you are camping within sight of your pick up then Rightline Gear has a tent you absolutely have to check out. Forget sleeping with a rock in your back, or waking up in a puddle, truck campin…
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Holiday Gift Idea #19 - Sierra Designs Vapor Light 2 Tent
Camping in canoe country brings it's share of unique challenges. Just getting your gear to your destination can be the biggest challenge. The term Ultra Light keeps getting more and more true, with tents and sleeping bags weighting fractions of the lightest bags from just a few years ago. Sierra Designs is a pro at trimming ounces from your shelter or sleep sy…
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GoLite Eden 2 Tent - A 2 person camping fortress
I have a fondness for the simple, especially in my gear. The more complex, the more moving parts, the more likely something will go wrong. When I took a first look at the Eden 2 from GoLite , it looked anything but simple. Unlike the tents I have used in the past this was not a free-standing set-up. It took me and a buddy about 15 minutes to get the poles, which had…
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Great BWCA Tent
Eureka Timberline 4XT Price $229.90 Available at eurekatent.com One of the best tents to use in the BWCA or anywhere for that matter is the Eureka Timberline 4XT tent. It is a classic A frame tent that is easy to set up and great for wilderness camping. This tent is ideal for two adults giving you plenty of room to sleep, to play cards, or to just hang out wh…
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REI Half Dome 2 HC
When shopping for a new tent, it is easy to get overwhelmed. There is a wide array of brands, sizes, shapes, structure systems and features that makes tent selection one of the most personal of all your gear choices. I wanted a dual purpose tent, one I can use for just myself with a little room to spare, and I can also use it when I want to take my son. Being that w…
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