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Coleman Brazos Review Tested by GearLab

The Big Bay is a mummy-style sleeping bag, starting wide at the shoulders and tapering around the feet. Mummy bags are becoming more popular because they’re lightweight and packable, and they’re easier for your body to heat up and keep warm (a sleeping bag is not inherently warm—your body heat gets trapped inside). However, close-fitting… Continue reading Coleman Brazos Review Tested by GearLab

Coleman Evanston Screened 6 Review Tested by GearLab

Thanks to all of the open mesh and optional window covers, it is extremely well-ventilated with or without the rainfly. Ace welcomes your feedback, comments, and suggestions regarding the Beta Test Program and potential improvements to the Beta Test Program (collectively, “Feedback”). Ace may use such Feedback, without restriction, to improve or modify the Beta… Continue reading Coleman Evanston Screened 6 Review Tested by GearLab

Coleman Evanston Screened 6 Review Tested by GearLab

The Screen House Shelter packs into a reasonably roomy drawstring bag with a strap that makes the canopy tent much easier to transport than tents, like the L.L.Bean, that lack a strap. The size of this tent and the mesh-covered vestibule are great for a family. Four people and furry friends will easily fit with… Continue reading Coleman Evanston Screened 6 Review Tested by GearLab

The 6 Best Canopy Tents of 2023 Tested by GearLab

That said, if you don’t expect to use your tent in rugged environments, this is a solid option for a nice big canopy tent at a bargain price. Coleman dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling Coleman products do not have the right to alter, modify or in any way change the terms and conditions… Continue reading The 6 Best Canopy Tents of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

While the feet of our shorter testers rested comfortably on the ground, Kelty also makes a version that’s several inches taller. Made of durable materials, this chair can stand up to the trials of seating multiple people and even dogs for extended periods. After three straight years of regular use and some severe sun exposure,… Continue reading The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

While the feet of our shorter testers rested comfortably on the ground, Kelty also makes a version that’s several inches taller. Made of durable materials, this chair can stand up to the trials of seating multiple people and even dogs for extended periods. After three straight years of regular use and some severe sun exposure,… Continue reading The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

This is a steel structure with 4 telescopic legs poles that continue into crossed ozark trail chair roof poles which you can see in the picture above, so the weight should not be a surprise. Regarding the capacity, this is officially a 6-person tent, but the area is 90 ft² (8.36 m²) and this implies… Continue reading The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The ALPS Mountaineering King Kong is our favorite camping chair and one of two we deem the most comfortable. The King Kong has consistently been the first chair snagged whenever our test team gathers around a campfire. The slightly padded fabric makes it ideal for long lounging sessions, and the seat itself is exceptionally roomy… Continue reading The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab

The pocket is especially handy for keeping track of your phone or other small items you want to access easily. The legs extend to give the top peak a height of about 8’10” which will be plenty of headroom for anyone underneath. All these contenders dried well on the trail, taking a similar amount of… Continue reading The 7 Best Camping Chairs of 2023 Tested by GearLab