Tag: backpacking

We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test

It puffs up about half an inch, so kind of good. The bag is machine-washable and the lightweight design fits easily in both the washer and dryer. If they wanted to skimp on fabric, it should have been used on the outside and bottom of the bag! Not on the interior where comfort is the… Continue reading We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test

We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test

It’s compact, and keeps you warm and comfortable throughout the night. It has ClimaTech fiber for added warmth, comfort, and durability. I bought the zero degree bag and nearly froze to death. Day one, night one…the zipper tore and cord in hood broke. Day 2 …it was closer to 6 degree and I froze…I had… Continue reading We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test

Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

I’ll be totally honest, I was not expecting this cooler to be as nice as it was. It’s easy to get caught up in brand perception and often times very difficult to break away from what you think you know about a brand. I used the word “think” intentionally, because what I thought I knew… Continue reading Good Design: The Ozark Trail 1-Person Backpacking Tent

Review: Ozark Trail 45 liter, Backpacking Backpack

I avoid freeze dried meals because of their saltiness, expense, and packaging. I prefer using powdered soup mixes, instant potatoes, and Knorr side dishes as a base with my own dehydrated vegetables and meat added. I purchase dried chicken from Mountain House and add it to most meals. We loaded the bag up with everything we… Continue reading Review: Ozark Trail 45 liter, Backpacking Backpack

Ultralight Backpacking Gear

The newest addition to Vittoria’s lineup of trail dominators is here. Joining the esteemed ranks of Mazza, Martello and Mota, Mostro assumes the mantle of the “M,” offering gravity mountain bikers … Like all other larger batteries, it’s recommended that you throw the battery on the charger every 4-6 weeks so that you don’t allow… Continue reading Ultralight Backpacking Gear

Review: Ozark Trail 45 liter, Backpacking Backpack

My friend chose to not put up his rain fly betting on the perfect weather to continue while enjoying the stars at night. During those five minutes of rain, he was a little more stressed as the risk of a wet sleeping bag had not been completely mitigated and he rushed back to the campground.… Continue reading Review: Ozark Trail 45 liter, Backpacking Backpack

We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test

I think the expensive bags are just marketing and overengineering, unless you are going to the arctic. You can buy an expensive bag if you think it will make you more hardcore, but I will gladly tell everyone ozark trail chair how hardcore you are if you pay me to do so. I don’t mind… Continue reading We Put Walmart’s Low-Cost Backpacking Gear to the Test

Ozark Trail Backpacking Backpack with Padded Laptop Sleeve Gray 20 L Delivery or Pickup Near Me

Try out unlimited access with 7 days of Outside+ for free. Because it’s basically a single compartment stuff bag, I did have to make sure the items inside were distributed properly. I have used the hydration compartment for items like my iPad. I wrap my bladder with a small bath towel (or you could get… Continue reading Ozark Trail Backpacking Backpack with Padded Laptop Sleeve Gray 20 L Delivery or Pickup Near Me

Ozark Trail 20 Liter Backpacking Backpack, with Padded Laptop Sleeve,

My friend chose to not put up his rain fly betting on the perfect weather to continue while enjoying the stars at night. During those five minutes of rain, he was a little more stressed as the risk of a wet sleeping bag had not been completely mitigated and he rushed back to the campground.… Continue reading Ozark Trail 20 Liter Backpacking Backpack, with Padded Laptop Sleeve,