So you bought your first tent. Congratulations! No matter how impressive the specs or cutting-edge the materials, your shelter won't do you any good if you don't know how to properly set it up. While ...

Buying your first backpacking setup can be cost prohibitive and overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. This will likely be the first time you are completely in charge of carrying your means to clean ...

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There was a time when the best pop-up tents didn’t turn the heads of experienced campers. Yes, they magically sprung to life when liberated from their packs, making pitching them super fast, as well ...

I get a lot of questions about what kind of gear I use when I’m backpacking, and what I’d recommend to other people. Below is a look inside my backpack. I'll talk more about this gear and tips for ...

Whether for thru-hikers spending 6 months on the trail or beginners spending 6 days on their first solo trip, the best backpacking tents are the cornerstone of outdoor preparedness. The right tent can ...

If you're planning a family camping trip you need a tent that can handle multiple people for multiple days. Here are our top ...

Are you tired of cramming for finals under stuffy, fluorescent lights? Do you yearn for the outdoors? Backpacking can help — all you need is a destination, a backpack and a plan. If trails or ...

If you plan to sleep in the wild after a long day of hiking, you need a tent. A good backpacking tent should be lightweight and small when packed down, since you’ll probably carry it with you all day.