The Best of Campist
May 12, 2008 | Cool

For the ultimate in camping fashion and function, the Oregon Scientific Meteo Weather Forecast Watch is a low-profile watch that not only tells the time, but has a built-in stopwatch for keeping track of time gone by, and it also forecasts the weather by measuring barometric pressure trends.

Great for campers on the move, the Multimat Adventure Superlight 25 self-inflating mat offers four seasons of comfortable sleeps.

The Buck X-Tract LED Pocket Tool lets you cut, fix, tinker with easy one-hand access and lock for safety.
The Best of Campist
May 7, 2008 | Cool

The Skullcandy Link Hydro Pack is perfect for the modern camper – it comes complete with speakers for your iPod, and a hands-free speaker and phone link for your cell.

The Cool Shirt Cool Water Shirt uses cool water from an ice-water cooler, and circulates it through piping woven into the shirt, keeping you cool without getting you wet.

The Burton Lil' Buddy audio cooler comes with an internal beverage compartment with a 12-can capacity, a convenient bottle-opener zipper pull, an audio-compatible stereo speaker, amp and auxiliary input.
The Best of Campist
April 30, 2008 | Cool

Touted as the largest, most-portable hammock in the world, the eight ft. wide, 10 ft. long Hammock Bliss Triple Sleeper hammock is designed specially for the tall camper.

If ever you find yourself abandoned, stranded or lost in the wilderness, the Adventure Medical Kits Pocket Survival Pak contains the tools you need to help yourself out of a bind.

Perfect for hunters who want to set up camp quickly, yet remain mobile, the Sportz Camo III Truck Tent allows the outdoor enthusiast to keep hidden anywhere their truck will take them
The Best of Travelizmo
April 28, 2008 | Cool

Ideal for running, hiking and kicking around on the trails, the Scarpa Kailash GTX backpacking shoes will make the road traveled a little easier on those tired old dogs.

The new 2008 Coleman Traipse X45 backpack lets you traipse through the woods without feeling the burden of a heavy load on your back.

The North Face Fission sleeping bag has got it all: very lightweight, very compressible, very comfortable – what more could you ask for?
The Best of Campist
April 23, 2008 | Cool

The new 2008 Big Agnes Skinny Fish 20° sleeping bag is made almost entirely of recycled materials, right down to its drawstring and stuff sack, decreasing environmental impact.

The new 2008 Six Moon Designs Lunar Duo camping tent, while made for two, sleeps three comfortably, thanks to its innovative floor plan of 58 sq. ft.

You never know when you’ll need to dig a hole – whether it’s for a fire pit, or clearing a spot for your tent – so bring along Coghlan's Folding Camp Shovel.
The Best of Campist
April 21, 2008 | Cool

The Swiss Army One-Hand Trekker German Army pocket tool is a new all-in-one must-have for outdoor adventures done right.

Don’t let bugs get to you – get to them first with the Solar Bug Eliminator. The Solar Bug Eliminator will maintain a 1 ½-acre bug-free zone using eight ultraviolet LED bulbs to attract insects.

The 2008 Outwell Idaho Front Extension tent addition adds more living space to your tent, so you can include a sheltered kitchen or dining area, or a spot to lounge or store your gear out of the scorching sun and pouring rain.
The Best of Campist
April 16, 2008 | Cool

Never worry about replacing batteries again with the Freeplay Summit Solar Radio – it offers power via its wall-charger, solar charger or the manual crank.

The 2008 Coleman Northstar X6 camping tent is built to accommodate six campers with plenty of room for gear, so it’s ideal for longer stints in the great outdoors, when comfort really is key.

This revamped version of the original 1984 classic, the TravelChair Easy Rider 589V portable chair is as easy on the eyes at it is on the back-side.
The Best of Campist
April 14, 2008 | Cool
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Keep track of roaming pups in the backcountry with the Hammacher Schlemmer GPS Dog Tracking System.

Touted as “one of the lightest, most bombproof mountaineering tents on the market,” the two-person, four-season MSR Fury camping tent offers durability on the outside and comfort on the inside.

Made for camping kids who want to carry their own weight, the 2008 Osprey Jib 35 backpack’s 13- to 19-inch torso length is perfect for 10 to 14 year olds.
The Best of Campist
April 9, 2008 | Cool

Designed for backpacking, the 2008 Marmot Zonda 2P camping tent is the perfect carry-on for hikers or bikers, thanks to its lightweight and compact design.

Some might call this a sleeping bag, some might call it half a sleeping bag, but campers who are watching their weight (their trail weight) will call the AlpKit PipeDream 200 Sleeping Bag totally awesome!

On your next camping trip, take along the Jetboil Group Cooking System Camping Stove - this 1.5 liter flexible camping stove can simmer, fry, or sauté for one or for groups.
The Best of Campist
April 7, 2008 | Cool

The collapsible Guide Gear Camp Kitchen weighs about 26 pounds, and is made of heavy-gauge steel for durability through many, many meals in the great outdoors.

Ideal for outdoor adventures, and misadventures, the Quake Kare Emergency Thermal Blanket is literally your security blanket in the great outdoors.

Mount the Car-Top-Tent Expedition Series roof top tent to your roof bars or roof rack, and the new-and-improved mounting system allows the option to mount your tent with the opening to the rear, side or even the front of your vehicle.
The Best of Campist
April 2, 2008 | Cool

The Integral Designs Crysallis Bivy Bag is constructed of eVent material, which offers protection from the elements by blocking out moisture, but it's still highly breathable.

Suspend the TreePee camping tent from a tree and let the gentle sway rock you to sleep. And, you'll sleep sounder knowing that you’ll be safe from ground moisture and critters that slither.

Operational from up to 20 ft. away, with the press of a button the Coleman Remote Control Tent Light will light up your night. The tent light attaches to the inside of your tent by a magnet that won’t damage its fabric.
The Best of Campist
March 31, 2008 | Cool

Made specifically for the female form GoLite Adrenaline 40 women’s sleeping bag is a warm-weather sleeping bag that packs down into a compact, 13-by-6-by-6-inch stuff sack and weighs just 19 oz.

The new 2008 MSR Boardroom camping tent is the ultimate backcountry home for large groups and those who like lots of space.

Ideal for the outdoor enthusiast who likes to pack everything and the kitchen sink, the 2008 Arc’Teryx Bora 90 backpack is available in 91-, 95- and 99-liter variations.
The Best of Campist
March 26, 2008 | Cool

The 2008 Big Agnes Emerald Mountain SL1 camping tent weighs 3.lbs. 4 oz., offers a peak height of 37 inches, and 22-sq.-ft. floor area with a 10-sq.-ft. vestibule – the perfect layout for your solo backcountry missions with no wasted space and no extra weight to lug around.

When space is at a premium, the Coleman Exponent Trekking Stool is the must-have in compact, portable furniture.

The single width of the Eureka! Single Swing Hammock affords you the time to kick back and relax, thanks to the spring-loaded rails for quick and easy assembly with no tools required.
The Best of Campist
March 24, 2008 | Cool

The eco-friendly 2008 Klättermusen Mjolner backpack comes in five sizes, and the company donates one per cent of turnover to various environmental projects.

The Kelty Corrie 1 and the Kelty Corrie 2 camping tents are freestanding designs made for three-season use.

A super-light, waterproof, breathable pullover is what you need for spring, summer and fall, and The North Face Triumph Anorak jacket meets the criteria to a T.
The Best of Campist
March 19, 2008 | Cool

The Bozeman Mountain Works Pro 90 camping quilt is a lightweight, 14-oz. bottomless sleeping bag designed for use in wet climates, as an overbag during the winter or a quilt in the summer.

Stay stay warm and stay safely tucked inside the Cocoon Emergency Shelter. In the event of an emergency, the Cocoon is designed to protect you in extreme environments.

The Swiss Spice Salt + Pepper Shaker is the ideal cook’s companion for travel in the outdoors. The medical-quality gasket and ultrasonically sealed seams are designed to protect the contents from the damaging effects of humidity and contamination.




