Category: Camping (Page 3 of 3)

Eureka Apex 2XT – Top Quality, Economical Tent For Two

In my opinion, the best two person tent available for the combination of features it offers, as well as price and portability, is the Eureka Apex 2XT.

If you are looking for light weight, affordability, easy portability, and quality tenting, you’ve found it in the Apex. It’s a small tent, but it’s made with the hallmark of Eureka quality and it’s available at prices that won’t break your bank. (Eureka makes other quality camping, climbing, and hiking equipment you can find at a variety of online merchants.)

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JakPak, Waterproof Jacket, Tent, and Sleeping Bag

When I first saw the Jakpak I thought it was an interesting idea; a tent, Jacket and sleeping bag all in one, what a great idea. I contacted the company, and was able to receive a sample.  I received the Jakpak in late spring and had the summer and fall to test it out. I was able to take it up hiking and camping and see how it worked. On a rainy summer day in the Wasatch Mountains, it kept me dry and comfortable. The sleeping bag and tent part of the system was easy to use after doing it a couple times. The integrated suspenders really helped to keep the bag on at night. This is a great choice for anyone who is going hiking in the summer or warmer parts of fall and spring. Having an all in one waterproof jacket and sleeping system is a great way to save on space and weight.

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Gerber LMF II ASEK – Review

GERBER LMF II ASEK

Recently, I was in the market for a new survival knife. I am a life-long Gerber fan and I was heart-broken a few months back when my Gerber of 12 years finally gave out. That knife took more beating and battering than I can describe. As is the case with so many knives, it was my own poor decision that finally did it in.  I pried.  My trusty knife’s blade finally gave and it snapped off about a quarter inch from the tip.

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Sierra Designs Cochise 30 Sleeping Bag

I was excited when I received this bag in the mail and couldn’t wait to get out and test it. Testing bags can be an interesting experience, especially if you are going to be camping when it might be colder than the rating of the bag. Lucky for me this trip was in August and I knew that the temperature was not going to get below 30 degrees. The first night went great. The bag is very comfortable because of the Flex technology.  This technology lets the bag stretch and flex, which in turn allows you to move around more freely in the bag while maintaining the bags thermal efficiency. If mummy bags are a little too tight for you usually, this is a bag that you should try. Another great feature on this bag is the sleeping Pad Locks. These are straps that hold your pad under you for a goodnights rest.

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