With dual inflation valves, a thick 1.5″ self inflating foam core, a built in pillow and a low $35 price tag, is this affordable car camping sleeping pad a good choice? An Amazon exclusive, the 3.1 lb. sleeping pad is designed to be a plush self inflating, warm sleeping pad for those who aren’t willing … More Freeland Self Inflating Sleeping Pad
Getting into backpacking is hard. Not only is gear expensive, there are infinite choices for all the equipment that you’ll need, and everyone has differing opinions on what is best. I’ve devised my recommendations based on years of experience and years of hands on testing. The products you’ll find in this article are what I consider the … More The Best Backpacking Gear For A Budget
Dpower is a little known company with a lot to prove. Their ambitious backpacking stove sets out to provide a remote canister stove at under 5 ounces for under 30 bucks. Stoves are expensive, so the idea of an affordable alternative is very tempting. But, can a budget stove perform? **update** The manufacturer seems to … More DPower backpacking stove review
The Kelty PDa Sleeping pad is a minimalist, inflatable, uninsulated sleeping pad that serves as part of the Kelty Trail Logic Collection. The pad weighs 14.5 ounces, and specs out at 2″ thick, and 72″ x 20″ at it’s widest length and width. The kit includes the pad itself, carrying pack, and a glue free … More Kelty PDa Sleeping Pad Review
I’m not going to lie. Backpacking can get expensive, especially if you become a bit gear addicted like myself. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be expensive. What happens when you aren’t willing or able to invest in all that fancy ultra light gear? There are alternatives that will get you out, and get you out … More Backpacking on a budget
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