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Hydration Bladders

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Water Bladders or Hydration Reservoirs have been around for years, and most people would have heard of Camelbak who were one of the pioneers of the technology which has been adopted by a wide range of sports people, professionals, and military personnel alike. Water bladders are a convenient and easy way to stay hydrated when performing sports activities such as hiking and running where time is often of the essence. With water or other liquids readily available with the simple bite action on the bite valve. With a huge range of capacities carrying a water bladder means you are less likely to run out of water, or alternatively it gives you a greater scope for water consumption and conservation between stops. Carrying a water bladder in a backpack makes it easier and more comfortable to carry a greater volume of water versus using 500ml bottles. You can carry a single 3L water bladder inside your backpack instead of trying to carry and store 6x 500ml plastic bottles. What to look f
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Hiking Tents

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A Hiking Tent is a niche item. A Hiking Tent needs to be compact enough to fit inside a backpack, light enough to be carried for hours or days on end and easily assembled, and disassembled. In addition to these features, a Hiking Tent must be robust, as repairs along the trail are not always possible. For that reason, Hiking Tents can often be classed as a specialty item, with certain brands being considered the best or better than other brands. Brands such as Nemo or Marmot thrive in the world of outdoor backpacking or hiking, and their products are a clear-cut reflection of this and are often classed as Premium Products. At the upper end of the price range with Nemo and Marmot, you really do get what you pay for. With both companies offering a lifetime warranty (against manufacturing defects) they have a strong belief in the structure, design, and manufacture of their hiking tents. However, if hiking is not going to be your every-weekend adventure and you are heading out on a hik
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Duffel Bags

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The humble duffel bag is the ultimate gear hauler. Duffel bags come in all kinds of shapes and sizes and can be made of various materials. Some are round and cylindrical, and others are more rectangular. Regardless they can all store and transport oodles of stuff. The traditional duffel bag it was typically carried by two grab handles and carried by your side or using the shoulder strap, slung over one’s shoulder. But more often now, duffel bags can be found with backpack straps, making duffels even more versatile. Duffel bags can be used as overnight bags, gym bags, gear storage or even travel bags. Why travel with a duffel bag? There are plenty of reasons to use a duffel bag as a travel bag, the primary being space, and lots of it. A duffel bag usually consists of one single spacious vestibule that can be packed and stuffed to the brim, the exterior is durable and free of unnecessary bells and whistles. Are Duffel Bags easy to Pack? The answer is undoubtably yes! With th
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Children's Sleeping Bags

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 A Children’s Sleeping Bag or Junior Sleeping bag is one that features the same technical specifications as an adult sleeping bag, just smaller. A children’s sleeping bag provides the best sleeping conditions for a child, with the sleeping bag being a better fit for a small person. Most people assume that it’s better to buy a full-sized adult sleeping bag for their kids and just let them “grow into it”. While in warmer climates and in theory that sounds cost effective and a good idea for sleepovers, unfortunately when camping and especially cooler climates that’s not the case. What is the best size for a children’s sleeping bag? Just like an adult, the size of the sleeping bag in direct comparison with the user determines how well it performs. When sleeping comfortably and being warm is the goal when camping the same can be said for children and their sleeping bags. A small person should have a small sleeping bag. Because it’s the air pocket around the person that keeps them warm
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Hiking Sleeping Bags

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Like most things when it comes to hiking, a sleeping bag needs to be small, compact, but comfortable and ultimately warm. It seems like a lot to ask, but with ongoing technological advances, you can most certainly have your cake and eat it too! What are the different types of Hiking Sleeping Bags? Just like camping sleeping bags, hiking sleeping bags come in all shapes, sizes and temperature ratings and can be filled with natural fibres such as down or have a synthetic fill. Rectangular Sleeping Bags: Rectangular sleeping bags are the most traditional shape; they tend to be seen as room and have space to roll over or stretch out. Mummy Sleeping Bags: These shaped sleeping bags are shaped exactly as they sound, like a mummy of Egypt. They are wider at the shoulders and taper down to the feet and all tend to have hoods. They are snug but do offer limited movement if you are a restless sleeper. How do I choose a hiking sleeping bag? The first step is to choose what activity y
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Sleeping Mats

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What’s the best sleeping mat for me? Sleeping mats come in an almost endless range of size, shapes, colours, features and benefits and can range from less than $10 to well over $400. Deciding what is going to be the best sleeping mat for you can be a difficult process and there a several things that you should take into consideration before making a purchase. One of the most important features is of course comfort, and when it comes to comfort there are many variables that influence the level of comfort a mat can provide. Some of these variables you need to consider is the climate and terrain where you are most likely to be using your sleeping mat which in turn effects the insulation and padding features needed for a great night’s rest. For example, if you plan on sleeping directly on the ground in an alpine climate, then a sleeping pad with insulation properties is a must to avoid getting a chill from underneath. Another thing to think about is noise, yes that is right noise. D
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Sleeping Bags

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A sleeping bag is something that most people have used or owned in their lifetime, whether it was used for a school camp or if you and your family are long time, seasoned campers. But not all sleeping bags are created equal and not all sleeping bags can be used year round or are suitable for every single trip you undertake. What is the purpose of a sleeping bag? The purpose of a sleeping bag is to keep the user warm by trapping body heat. The comfort ratings developed for sleeping bags are developed for the average person. The purpose of a sleeping bag is to keep the user warm by trapping body heat. The comfort ratings developed for sleeping bags which are used by most manufacturers are developed for the average person using EN/ISO (EN 13537) standards developed in 2002 and is still the only international rating system set by a standardised laboratory test. Is there a sleeping bag that can be used for everything? Season, weather, and location all play a vital role in the quality of y
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