Buying A Better Sleeping Pad
Half of your "good sleep" equation is a comfy pad (the other half is your bag). Look for these 10 essentials when you buy.
Sleeping Bags
Sleeping Bags
Sleeping bags vary in terms of temperature rating, insulation type, weight and other features. Find the perfect bag for your backcountry camping needs with in-depth sleeping bag reviews from Backpacker’s gear experts.
Sleeping bags vary in terms of temperature rating, insulation type, weight and other features. Find the perfect bag for your backcountry camping needs with in-depth sleeping bag reviews from Backpacker’s gear experts.
Sleeping Bag Care: A Lofty Goal
Keep your sleeping bag up to fluff with proper care and handling.
Gear Rx: Sleeping Bags
Has your sleeping bag lost its loft? Zipper off its track? Check to see if your bag is worth repairing or if it's time to buy a new one.
Fixing An Inflatable Sleeping Pad
A few simple precautions will prevent punctures and preserve the foam in your self-inflating pad.
Sizing A Sleeping Pad
Thickness, length, width, and weight options make choosing the right pad more involved than you might think.
Choose The Right Bivy
Finding a bivy that's just your size makes all the difference on colder nights.