Posted by Roy Scribner on September 1, 2010 under camping gear | 
Labor Day is upon us and if you have family camping plans, then I am sure that you are looking forward to relaxing at the campsite on the last long weekend of the traditional camping season. Before you go, here are some last-minute items that will help your family have a great experience.
Cutter Citro Guard Citronella Candle
There is no substitute for bug spray, but when you are sitting around the picnic table eating a meal, it is sure nice to keep the mosquitoes from buzzing around your head.
The citronella candles are great for the picnic table because the wide base helps prevent tip-overs. One of these candles will easily last all weekend and they are available at most big-box stores and many local hardware stores.
Note that these are an enhancement to regular mosquito spray and not a replacement. The effectiveness of citronella is limited to a very local area, but that is perfect for campsite meals.
Low-cost LED Lantern
We camped for years without a lantern, but we finally picked one up and now we use it quite a bit for s’mores and card games, after the sun goes down.
While researching this article, I found this LED lantern at one of the big-box stores for only $10. It runs on four AA-size batteries and based on my experience with our LED lantern, it should last the weekend.
One nice use for these low-cost lanterns is trips to the bathroom. Sometimes these facilities are not lighted, and a small lantern is a lot more functional than trying to juggle a flashlight.
AeroBed All-Terrain air mattress
There are a lot of horror stories about cheap air mattresses that seem to sprout leaks at the most inopportune times.
AeroBed seems to be one of the standouts in this category, though. They use a heavier, more puncture-resistant material than the low-cost air mattresses and it really seems to make a difference.
The All-Terrain is available at some big-box stores and includes a rechargeable (make sure you charge it for 12-hours, before your trip!) air pump and a storage bag.
Aqua-Tainer 7-gallon water jug
There is a lot of washing of hands and dishes at the campsite, so having a portable water container is a big plus over running back-and-forth to the water spigot.
Rigid containers, like this one from Reliance, last longer and are easier to use than collapsible containers.
The Aqua-Tainer has an integral pouring spout and a vent, for easy water dispensing.
I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable weekend – be sure to take lots of pictures and I will see you back here, next week!
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Posted by Roy Scribner on August 23, 2010 under camping gear |
There is still a lot of great camping left this year, but with the days getting shorter it is time to take-stock of your outdoor packing list and evaluate what needs to be added, in order to account for the changing season. Here are a few items I ran across, last week, that add a new twist in utility, size and water repellency – important considerations for fall camping.
Seattle Sports H2Duo
H2Duo 2-Piece Water Bottle
Seriously, Roy, another water bottle? I know, I know, but the H2Duo from Seattle Sports really does add a new twist to the water bottle paradigm. The entire upper-half of the bottle unscrews, making the H2Duo infinitely easier to clean, than any other water bottle I have used.
This is a big deal for those of us who sometimes use our water bottles for (ahem) beverages other than water. I also like the idea of being able to unscrew the top and just use the bottom-half like a regular mug. The top, also, doubles as cup – though it looks too small to be of much use, to me.
The 1-liter stainless steel H2Duo is available in several different colors for $19.95.
Kodack Mini Video Camera
New Kokak Mini Video Camera
I am seriously video-challenged, when it comes to recording our outdoor memories. Our video camera is bulky, so if I even bring it on an outdoor excursion, it is relegated to the daypack which means I miss a lot of opportunities.
The new Kodak Mini Video Camera is the size of a credit card and takes full 640×480, 30 fps video, just like my bulky camera. And, at $99.95, it is less than half the cost of my unit.
It also has several smart features that I look for, in my digital products. For one, it is completely waterproof, so I do not have to worry about shooting video in the rain. Also, it uses SD memory cards, just like my digital camera and the netbook that I use for editing, on our trips. The icing on the cake is that the Kodak Mini has a flip-out USB port, so you can charge it and download it without packing an extra cable.
Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket
Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket
A lightweight rain jacket is invaluable in the backcountry – in fact, I had to break mine out during two hikes, this summer. At $119, the Patagonia Torrentshell provides all of the functionality you would expect in a lightweight, breathable, jacket – but at a very reasonable price.
The 13.7 oz. Torrentshell packs away into its own storage pocket, so it is easy to keep with you, wherever you go. It uses Patagonia’s polyurethane breathable barrier with a nylon protective exterior. Because it can breathe, the Torrentshell will be infinitely more comfortable on the trail, than low-end rain jackets.
REI Hobitat 6 Tent
New REI Hobitat 6 Family Tent
The new Hobitat 6 tent ($299), from REI, looks to build on the solid reputation of the Kingdom series, with an additional eight inches of headroom and a larger vestibule (optional: $89). Unchanged are the features that make REI tents standout from the crowd: beefy aluminum poles, two doors and a full-coverage rain fly.
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Posted by Roy Scribner on July 28, 2010 under camping gear |
It’s hard to believe that July is nearing an end and Labor Day is just around the corner, but this is a great time to take a look at how your existing gear is performing – and think about what you might want to pick up, for this fall’s camping trips.
Dog Kennel
A dog exercise pen works great for taking pets camping
Camping with pets always adds an extra twist to the experience, like what to do with them when you are at the campsite. We stumbled across this exercise pen at Petco® and it’s proven to be a great place to stash Oreo, while we are eating or just hanging out around the campfire. We don’t have to constantly untangle her leash and there is still enough room for her to move around.
Sleeping Bags for the Girls
It’s time to buy the kids new school clothes, but this summer we also figured out that it’s time for some new sleeping bags, too. Our 5-year old son will get a hand-me-down (hey Ryan, what do you think about hot pink?), but the girls are outgrowing their bags and it’s time for some larger ones. I’m torn between getting new tween-sized bags, or just getting them adult-sized bags. Hey, they’re growing like weeds!
Rebuild the Ice Chest
Service parts available for our Igloo MaxCold
I’m a bit embarrassed to admit that I didn’t know you could get repair parts for ice chests! At least for Igloo® models you can, and our 10-year old MaxCold® is calling out for some new hinges and other small parts. That’s great news, because the cooler still works great, so I’m happy to save some money by refurbishing this one. This is certainly something to think about, if you are shopping for a new ice chest.
Plates and Bowls
Inexpensive polypropylene dinnerwear works great for camping
Honestly, I don’t even remember where we picked up this polypropylene dinner set of plates and bowls, but they’ve really outperformed any expectations that we had, for such an inexpensive set. They pack easily and they are indestructible. Best of all, we’re not burning through (literally) paper plates, anymore.
What have you discovered (good and bad) about your camping gear, so far this summer?
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Posted by Roy Scribner on June 12, 2010 under camping gear |
I am a big fan of cargo shorts, whether I’m hiking in the mountains or picking up some groceries at the store. One of the best features of cargo shorts is, of course, the cargo pockets. I usually have my camera in one of the pockets and a Leatherman® multitool in the other, and maybe even my 18oz. Kleen Kanteen® if I’m hiking without my hydration pack. I recently picked up several new pair of cargo shorts, at a popular outdoor specialty store, and have noticed some differences between them and my tried-and-true ones.
My new shorts have an integrated nylon belt. I do not have a huge beef with this belt, but it runs through narrow channels around the hips, which preclude me from using a wider belt. My older pair cargo shorts do not have a belt, although they do have regular-sized belt loops.
Another feature I like about my older cargo shorts is the button closure. Buttons may seem “old school” in this day of snaps, but buttons can be sewed back on. When a snap fails, you are pretty much out of luck. And, while I am not having any trouble with the snaps on my new shorts now, I’m worried that in a few years they will not stay snapped, as well as they do now. There is nothing more annoying than a snap-closure that keeps coming undone, particularly if it is underneath your backpack’s hipbelt.
My old cargo shorts have these cool loops on the pocket, making them easier to open with one hand. The Velcro® closure on each end of the pocket is also reinforced with cross-stitching. The new shorts do not have either of these features.
One interesting difference between these cargo shorts is that my old ones are 100% nylon and the new ones are 100% polyester. So far, I have not noticed any difference between the two materials – they both breathe reasonably well, and dry-out very quickly. The nylon shorts are several years old and do not show any signs of snags or abrasion damage, so only time will tell if the polyester shorts hold up as well.
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Posted by Roy Scribner on May 17, 2010 under camping gear |
This weekend I packed-up the family and headed to the 22nd Annual Spring RV Show, in Pleasanton, California. We have friends with truck campers, pop-up tent trailers and camping trailers, but this is the first time we have ever gone to an RV show, in order to get an idea of what is out there and how the different types of RVs compare, for family camping.
Quicksilver™ Tent Trailer
The biggest disappointment at this RV show was the lack of pop-up tent trailers. The lone exception, however, was this cool little tent trailer from Livin’ Lite Recreational Vehicles, in Wakarusa, Indiana. The Quicksilver 10.0, shown here, is only 14 feet long – a tad shorter than a Honda Civic – so it can be stored at home, in your garage.
One of the best features of the Quicksilver is it’s all-aluminum construction. With a gross weight of 1,500 pounds, this little tent trailer can be towed by most family vehicles. At $5,995 it is competitively priced against heavier tent trailers in this class and I was impressed with the big beds and the marine-grade materials inside, which should be easy to clean.
TrailManor™ Folding Trailer
Bridging the gap between tent trailers and full-size camping trailers is the TrailManor line of folding trailers. Many family vehicles, like minivans and small SUVs, are rated to tow 3,500 pounds, which is adequate for a TrailManor.
In its raised position, the TrailManor looks much like a regular camping trailer, with real windows, air conditioning and an awning. The interior ceiling height is 6’ 4” which was just enough to allow me to walk around, without bumping my head. At around $27,000 the TrailManor is a big step up from a tent trailer, but it is a full hard-side camping trailer that you can probably tow with your current family vehicle.
The TrailManor 2720 model, shown here, is laid-out really well for families – with beds on either end and a dinette that converts into a third bed. I was really impressed with the light interior, with maple cabinetry and woodgrain flooring.
Arctic Fox Truck Camper
We have friends in Oregon who are big boaters, so their camper-of-choice is a truck camper, since that allows them to also tow their boat, on their family camping trips. I have not seen the inside of their truck camper, yet, but I’ve always wondered how well these work for families, because they look fairly small.
The model 990, shown here, has a queen bed up front, for mom and dad, along with a dinette that converts into a bed and a fold-down bunk, overhead. There is an amazing amount of functionality, in such a small space, and it did not feel cramped with the five of us, inside. At $28,303 the Arctic Fox is priced similar to many higher-end camping trailers, but if your family camping adventures include boating or offroad vehicles, a truck camper makes a lot of sense.
The RV industry has had a rough couple of years, but it was nice to see some family-oriented products at the show. Certainly the majority of the RVs we looked at were geared towards couples and, of course, a number of them were monstrosities that will never venture far from the Interstate. I did notice a number of RVs with bunk beds for kids, though, which means the manufacturers are starting to address this growing demographic.
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This weekend I packed-up the family and headed to the 22nd Annual Spring RV Show, in Pleasanton, California. We have friends with truck campers, pop-up tent trailers and camping trailers, but this is the first time we have ever gone to an RV show, in order to get an idea of what is out there and how the different types of RVs compare, for family camping.
Quicksilver™ Tent Trailer
The biggest disappointment at this RV show was the lack of pop-up tent trailers. The lone exception, however, was this cool little tent trailer from Livin’ Lite Recreational Vehicles, in Wakarusa, Indiana. The Quicksilver 10.0, shown here, is only 14 feet long – a tad shorter than a Honda Civic – so it can be stored at home, in your garage.
One of the best features of the Quicksilver is it’s all-aluminum construction. With a gross weight of 1,500 pounds, this little tent trailer can be towed by most family vehicles. At $5,995 it is competitively priced against heavier tent trailers in this class and I was impressed with the big beds and the marine-grade materials inside, which should be easy to clean.
TrailManor™ Folding Trailer
Bridging the gap between tent trailers and full-size camping trailers is the TrailManor line of folding trailers. Many family vehicles, like minivans and small SUVs, are rated to tow 3,500 pounds, which is adequate for a TrailManor.
In its raised position, the TrailManor looks much like a regular camping trailer, with real windows, air conditioning and an awning. The interior ceiling height is 6’ 4” which was just enough to allow me to walk around, without bumping my head. At around $27,000 the TrailManor is a big step up from a tent trailer, but it is a full hard-side camping trailer that you can probably tow with your current family vehicle.
The TrailManor 2720 model, shown here, is laid-out really well for families – with beds on either end and a dinette that converts into a third bed. I was really impressed with the light interior, with maple cabinetry and woodgrain flooring.
Arctic Fox Truck Camper
We have friends in Oregon who are big boaters, so their camper-of-choice is a truck camper, since that allows them to also tow their boat, on their family camping trips. I have not seen the inside of their truck camper, yet, but I’ve always wondered how well these work for families, because they look fairly small.
The model 990, shown here, has a queen bed up front, for mom and dad, along with a dinette that converts into a bed and a fold-down bunk, overhead. There is an amazing amount of functionality, in such a small space, and it did not feel cramped with the five of us, inside. At $28,303 the Arctic Fox is priced similar to many higher-end camping trailers, but if your family camping adventures include boating or offroad vehicles, a truck camper makes a lot of sense.
The RV industry has had a rough couple of years, but it was nice to see some family-oriented products at the show. Certainly the majority of the RVs we looked at were geared towards couples and, of course, a number of them were monstrosities that will never venture far from the Interstate. I did notice a number of RVs with bunk beds for kids, though, which means the manufacturers are starting to address this growing demographic.
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Posted by Roy Scribner on May 13, 2010 under camping gear |
I was browsing through the Costco® coupon booklet, this weekend, when I stumbled across this little jewel on the last page. $100 for a 16-foot by 7-foot tent sounds almost too good to be true, but the Coleman® Montana™ is a useable family tent, if price is a major consideration.
Like most cheap tents, the rain fly on the Montana is more for looks than it is for rain protection. Luckily, this is easy to fix with a big tarp, if weather should threaten your family camping trip. The best feature of the Montana is all that room! You can pack all of your gear on one side and still have plenty of room for sleeping bags on the other. The center section is just over 6-feet tall, which is great for entry, exit and getting dressed.
The Montana is still a low-end tent, though. The 11mm fiberglass poles are a lot thinner than you will find on a more expensive tent, of this size. The tent stakes (pins, really) should be replaced by something a bit more substantial, like Coleman’s heavier duty blade-type stakes. You will also want some kind of protection for the bottom of the tent, since it does not come with a footprint. Even with an extra $25 for tent stakes and a tarp, though, the Montana is still a pretty good value for family campers.
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Posted by Roy Scribner on May 5, 2010 under camping gear |
The ice chest is one of the core pieces of camping gear, at least if you are car camping, and they are really useful for other family functions, too, which makes them a good buy even if you don’t camp a lot. Ice chest are also really durable. Ours has weathered over ten years of camping, birthday parties, family cookouts and picnics, along with three moves.
Ice chests come in all shapes and sizes and while it might seem beneficial to go with the largest one you can find, there are advantages to sticking with smaller ones, or even two smaller ones. Ice is heavy – our 70-quart ice chest takes over 25 lbs. of block ice to keep it cold over the weekend. A good rule-of-thumb is that 20 to 30 percent of an ice chest’s capacity should be devoted to ice, and at roughly seven pounds per gallon, that adds up quick.
Another advantage of the smaller ice chests is that they are just easier to fit into your car or SUV. Our 70-quart model is challenging enough, at 30-inches long and 16-inches wide. A 120-quart model from the same manufacturer is a trunk-busting 38-inches long and 18-inches wide (and a few inches taller). Add 40-pounds of ice (20% of 120 quarts is 6 gallons, at 7lbs. each) and it quickly becomes a multi-person operation to get it into and out of the car.
For these reasons, I will focus on high-end (those rated for 5 or 6 day use) ice chests in the 50 to 70 quart capacity range.
Coleman Xtreme® 5
Price: $79.99
Size: 31.5”L x 18.25”W x 16”H
Interior: 24″L x 9.75″W x 12.75”H
Weight: 13.5 lbs.
Capacity: 70 Qts.
www.coleman.com
Engel DeepBlue™ Ice Chest
Price: $279
Size: 29.8”L x 16.75”W x 16.5”H
Interior: 23.5”L x 11”W x 11.5”H
Weight: 28 lbs.
Capacity: 65 Qt.
www.engel-usa.com
Igloo MaxCold® 70
Price: $83.99
Size: 29.5″L x 16.31″W x 15.69″H
Interior: 23.25”L x 11.50”W x 12.75”H
Weight: 11.4 lbs.
Capacity: 70 Qt.
www.igloocoolers.com
Yeti® Coolers Tundra
Price: $329.99
Size: 30.5”L x 17.13”W x 16.25”H
Interior: 24.38”L x 12”W x 12”H
Weight: 27 lbs.
Capacity: 65 Qt.
www.yeticoolers.com
Coleman Xtreme® 5
Price: $54.99
Size: 27.75″L x 14.95″W x 17.25″H
Interior: 20.5″L x 8.75″W x 12.25″H
Weight: 12.9 lbs.
Capacity: 52 Qt.
www.coleman.com
Igloo MaxCold® 50
Price: $65.99
Size: 25.5”L x 15.25”W x 17.38”H
Interior: 18.81”L x 10”W x 11.5”H
Weight: 11.3 lbs.
Capacity: 50 Qt.
www.igloocoolers.com
Coleman Xtreme® 6 Wheeled
Price: $94.99
Size: 31.50″L x 16.13″W x 18.25″H
Interior: 16″L x 8.5″W x 12″H
Weight: 15.3 lbs.
Capacity: 50 Qt.
www.coleman.com
Igloo MaxCold® 60 Roller
Price: $79.99
Size: 28”L x 16.13”W x 17.56”H
Interior: 22”L x 10.25”W x 13.25”H
Weight: 14.8 lbs.
Capacity: 60 Qt.
www.igloocoolers.com
Rubbermaid® Wheeled Cooler
Price: $48
Size: 23.38″L x 15.25″W x 19.00″H
Interior: not specified
Weight: 14.25 lbs.
Capacity: 50 Qt.
www.rubbermaid.com
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The ice chest is one of the core pieces of camping gear, at least if you are car camping, and they are really useful for other family functions, too, which makes them a good buy even if you don’t camp a lot. Ice chest are also really durable. Ours has weathered over ten years of camping, birthday parties, family cookouts and picnics, along with three moves.
Ice chests come in all shapes and sizes and while it might seem beneficial to go with the largest one you can find, there are advantages to sticking with smaller ones, or even two smaller ones. Ice is heavy – our 70-quart ice chest takes over 25 lbs. of block ice to keep it cold over the weekend. A good rule-of-thumb is that 20 to 30 percent of an ice chest’s capacity should be devoted to ice, and at roughly seven pounds per gallon, that adds up quick.
Another advantage of the smaller ice chests is that they are just easier to fit into your car or SUV. Our 70-quart model is challenging enough, at 30-inches long and 16-inches wide. A 120-quart model from the same manufacturer is a trunk-busting 38-inches long and 18-inches wide (and a few inches taller). Add 40-pounds of ice (20% of 120 quarts is 6 gallons, at 7lbs. each) and it quickly becomes a multi-person operation to get it into and out of the car.
For these reasons, I will focus on high-end (those rated for 5 or 6 day use) ice chests in the 50 to 70 quart capacity range.
Coleman Xtreme® 5
Price: $79.99
Size: 31.5”L x 18.25”W x 16”H
Interior: 24″L x 9.75″W x 12.75”H
Weight: 13.5 lbs.
Capacity: 70 Qts.
www.coleman.com
Engel DeepBlue™ Ice Chest
Price: $279
Size: 29.8”L x 16.75”W x 16.5”H
Interior: 23.5”L x 11”W x 11.5”H
Weight: 28 lbs.
Capacity: 65 Qt.
www.engel-usa.com
Igloo MaxCold® 70
Price: $83.99
Size: 29.5″L x 16.31″W x 15.69″H
Interior: 23.25”L x 11.50”W x 12.75”H
Weight: 11.4 lbs.
Capacity: 70 Qt.
www.igloocoolers.com
Yeti® Coolers Tundra
Price: $329.99
Size: 30.5”L x 17.13”W x 16.25”H
Interior: 24.38”L x 12”W x 12”H
Weight: 27 lbs.
Capacity: 65 Qt.
www.yeticoolers.com
Coleman Xtreme® 5
Price: $54.99
Size: 27.75″L x 14.95″W x 17.25″H
Interior: 20.5″L x 8.75″W x 12.25″H
Weight: 12.9 lbs.
Capacity: 52 Qt.
www.coleman.com
Igloo MaxCold® 50
Price: $65.99
Size: 25.5”L x 15.25”W x 17.38”H
Interior: 18.81”L x 10”W x 11.5”H
Weight: 11.3 lbs.
Capacity: 50 Qt.
www.igloocoolers.com
Coleman Xtreme® 6 Wheeled
Price: $94.99
Size: 31.50″L x 16.13″W x 18.25″H
Interior: 16″L x 8.5″W x 12″H
Weight: 15.3 lbs.
Capacity: 50 Qt.
www.coleman.com
Igloo MaxCold® 60 Roller
Price: $79.99
Size: 28”L x 16.13”W x 17.56”H
Interior: 22”L x 10.25”W x 13.25”H
Weight: 14.8 lbs.
Capacity: 60 Qt.
www.igloocoolers.com
Rubbermaid® Wheeled Cooler
Price: $48
Size: 23.38″L x 15.25″W x 19.00″H
Interior: not specified
Weight: 14.25 lbs.
Capacity: 50 Qt.
www.rubbermaid.com
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Posted by Roy Scribner on April 26, 2010 under camping gear |
If you got a few family camping trips under your belt last summer, then you probably have a good start on some core camping gear and are ready to hit the backcountry. Some camping gear cannot really be classified as “essential” but it sure makes your life a lot easier, or safer, around the campsite. Here are five items that we have acquired, over the years, that have become an essential part of our camping gear, even though they don’t show-up on very many camping gear lists.
Weather Radio
You don’t have to live in the tornado belt in order to justify a good weather radio. Thunderstorms and lightening can crop-up at the most inopportune times, like a Saturday afternoon in the backcountry. A weather radio, like those offered by Eton® and Midland®, can warn you of potentially dangerous weather conditions in your area. Models with Specific Area Message Encoding, or S.A.M.E., can be set to only alert you about conditions in specific counties, which reduces false alarms.
Daypack
The first few times you take your family camping, you might find yourself sticking around the campsite and getting familiar with the camping routine. Eventually, however, you and your family are going to want to venture out on the trail and see some sights. A daypack is the best way to carry all of that “stuff” that makes family hikes go smoothly. Snacks, water, camera and hopefully the “10 Essentials” will all fit inside a small daypack.
Topo Maps
Once you start becoming a regular at certain campgrounds, you will probably want to find out more about what there is to see around those favorite sites. Topo maps are the best way to discover waterfalls, compare trails and generally get ideas on places to go around the area. Generic topo maps are available directly from the USGS, or from commercial companies that provide more customized maps. The cost of a map from either source is very reasonable.
Rollup Table
If you are still cooking with your camp stove on the picnic table, it might be time to take a good look at aluminum rollup tables. Rollup tables provide a stable surface for cooking, freeing up valuable room on the picnic table and keep the hot stove away from little hands. Best of all, they roll up to about the size of camp chairs, making them much more portable than folding tables.
Dishpan
One of the most-used pieces of camping gear we own isn’t even made for camping. The Rubbermaid® 15.25 Qt. Dishpan is perfect for washing dishes or clothes, because it is deep enough to hold larger items. The handles are great, too, if you have to carry water back to the campsite.
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