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I've now been using the Sea To Summit Big River 50L Waterproof Backpack for nearly three years, and it is still going strong. What started out as a ...

Are hiking poles worth it? After years of using trekking poles on everything from day hikes to long-distance routes, I think they are absolutely worth ...

The Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Nano Tarp Poncho is still one of my favourite pieces of lightweight rain gear. It is ridiculously small, weighs next to ...

In this guide on what to wear hiking in 50F degree weather (10 C / 50 F), I share the system I use to ensure I never get too hot or too cold on the trail. ...

In this Sea To Summit Ember III review, I share my experiences so far with this ultralightweight and warm camping quilt. If you are looking for the ...

In this article, we answer the question, what is silnylon? You will learn how it is made and what makes silnylon an ideal material for outdoor gear, ...

In this Sea To Summit Spark IV down sleeping bag review, I share my recent experiences and thoughts on one of the most lightweight and compact 4 season ...

In this Sea To Summit Ether Light XT Review, I share my honest opinions and experiences after sleeping on the Ether Light XT sleeping pad from Sea to ...

Yes, you can have a small campfire beneath or beside a properly pitched tarp, but there is always some risk of heat damage, sparks, melting fabric, and ...

In this Sea to Summit Aeros Down Pillow Review, we share our experience using a down-filled inflatable camping pillow for the first time and how it ...

In this guide on how to blackout a tent, we share several ways to make your tent blackout or, at the very least, more of a dark room tent. You will learn ...

In this guide on how to sleep in a sleeping bag, we share the tips and tricks to getting a good night's sleep in a sleeping bag. You will learn about the ...

In this guide to the best bushcraft knife, I share the most durable, well-made, and versatile bushcraft knives that can do anything from split firewood to ...

In this short guide to the different types of camping stoves you can use under a tarp, we share our experience with cooking under a tarp shelter and why ...

In this guide to cooking under a tarp, we share the dos and don'ts of cooking food underneath a rain tarp. You will learn the distance that the tarp needs ...

In this guide to the best long sleeve hiking shirt for hot weather, we share the nine most lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking shirts with long ...

Are blackout tents worth it? In this article, we share the pros and cons of darkroom tents and the truth about whether they actually work. You will learn ...