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Lightweight backpacks. Are they worth the money? When it comes to backpacking, the weight of the backpack itself can make a huge difference to the overall weight that you're carrying. It's kinda obvious. However is that weight loss good value for money? This article is broken down into weight, price and should you I buy a lightweight backpack first, or should I buy lightweight equipment first? We'll be looking at some popular models of backpacks, their weight and of course their price. Naturally, I would always add the caveat that comfort of each pack is a very subjective opinion. For...

Tent or hammock and tarp? Oh. This old chestnut. But before we go any further, let me be clear. This is not a one-sided poorly strung together argument about how great hammock camping is. Having done both, I believe that I might just be able to help answer this question. However. What scenario are we looking at? Family camping, car camping, or backpacking? Both have their pros and cons. Both have advantages and disadvantages. And both are equally valid methods of spending a night outdoors. So why choose one over the other? Family camping tents can be things of pure luxury. A...

Which backpacking stove is best? This article breaks down the decision into priorities that narrows the choice down to what's important to you.

I've already eluded to this in my previous post. Why Hammock? About why. I feel that now would be a good time to consider the pros & cons of different camping sleeping systems and which is best. Air Mattress. Many people don't like these because they think that they'll deflate overnight. However, it has to be said the quality of these have improved dramatically. Some have air chambers to support you better. Some are twin sided so that if you move in the night, it'll have less effect on your companion next to you. Some come with inbuilt electric or manual...