Designed to be the example of lightweight minimalism, the Kings Canyon UL Quilt from Big Agnes is a fully synthetic warm weather quilt built for those looking for light pack weight and tiny pack size. … More Big Agnes Kings Canyon UL Quilt
Innovation in simplicity. That’s the main concept behind the Proton Blanket from Thermarest. It’s a lightweight, waterproof, breathable, synthetic blanket that can be used around the campfire, outside of the tent, or cinched up into a quilt for sleeping in warmer weather. The blanket is built from high end EraLoft synthetic insulation. It’s a waterproof, … More Thermarest Proton Blanket Review
Ultralight doesn’t always have to result in the sacrifice of comfort. Sometimes, ultralight equipment can both improve comfort and reduce pack weight. The Auriga from Thermarest is one such example. How does it make it happen? The magic here is in the simplicity of it’s design, paired with the elimination of unnecessary materials (material and insulation … More Thermarest Auriga Down Blanket Review
The Sierra Designs Backcountry quilt is designed to add a little bit of extra comfort to the new trend of minimalist quilts that are gaining popularity on the market. Backpacking Quilts are basically quilted blankets, with a foot box sewn into them. Typically, you will only have a small blanket to cover up with, no zippers, … More Sierra Designs Backcountry Quilt Review
The Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed is an evolutionary way to rethink the modern sleeping bag, but can evolution keep you out of the cold? I decided to find out by subjecting the sleeping bag to the challenges of riverside camping, deep inside the gorge of a local hiking favorite in the smoky mountains. The cold, damp, 40 degree … More Sierra Designs Backcountry Bed Review
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