Been camping and hiking for around years, always with a two person tent, as I'm with others. I'd like to check out a single person tent, since I don't have anyone to go bikepacking with, and bikepacking would also benefit from a tent that packs down smaller. However, I'll be doing this only once or twice a year and don't want to spend tons on a tent. I noticed Walmart has a $60 single person tent, but there's pretty little info on this and no reviews I can find. Has anyone tried it? Is it complete garbage? I feel dumb asking about a super cheap walmart tent here, but I wonder if there's a chance that it's decent enough for my limited use, and might be a steal for the price.

Edit: figured I'd order and test it out. Worst case, I realize quickly that it's garbage and I return it. I'll report back :)

I bought a MSR Dragonfly and just tried in the garden. Wow, that thing is loud. I don't want to wake up the whole camping for my morning coffee. I found that there are burner caps which make the noise much less, but the DragonTamer is quite expensive especially when it has to be sent to the Netherlands.

Are there cheaper alternatives and better even, are there diy solutions? In two days I leave, so it would be great is I can aquire or make something before. If I can order it locally it will be here on time and if there is a diy solution I have time to get the materials and make it.

Hi all! I’m looking for a 65L pack, I got fitted at a store and they said Aura 65 S women’s was the best because it runs slightly smaller than the other models. I found a second hand one for maybe 100$ less but it’s from 2017… in your experience, have the changes they have made over the years significantly improving the pack? It’s not a big discount plus far away so I don’t know if I would be making the wrong choice trying to save on that, for the long run.

hello,

I'm planning a camping trip to the Pyrenees, on the east side.

is it allowed/possible/safe to go on a two to three days hike and pitch the tent near the trail?

Online I saw that free camping is allowed only if the tent is up exclusively during the night, but I'll have to proofread that information.

Also, if you have hike recommendations I would appreciate it a lot

we are in Toulouse and finished our hiking tour in the Pyrenees. Now we have a full unused cartridge of gas (Primus power gas 100g) and can't transport it by plane (departure tomorrow). Our last and worst plan is to burn the gas with the stove and throw the can in trashcan. Has anyone a good tip?

Hi all! I'm currently in the process of choosing a backpack and where I live I can only see Osprey backpacks. I'm looking at Rook, Kestrel and Atmos. Don't worry, I've read all about it so I won't ask which is better LOL.

My question is - very many people recommend Atmos, it is the most expensive and, as I get it, is the flagship of the Osprey backpacks. But when I try it on, I prefer Rook, which is 2 times cheaper! What am I doing wrong? Of course, I listen to my feelings, but I cannot ignore the opinions of thousands of people. And they claim that Atmos is the best for your back.

Maybe I'm stupid and don't know how to properly adjust a backpack to fit myself, or maybe I have some kind of unique back?

Sorry for my English and thanks in advance for any opinions.

This is a question for those living/camping in the United States, primarily in national forests or on BLM land. How often do you see other campers or rangers?

I’ve personally never been dispersed camping, and I’m wondering how different it is compared to camping at a traditional campground - which I usually find too crowded depending on the time of year.

Also, while I’m sure this varies depending on the layout of the forest’s campground, but are you allowed to mark a site as being used with trail ribbon? I’d assume this would be fine, granted you adhere to the usual 14 day limit.

I am an avid designer and am currently creating a rainjacket does anyone have any experience with the material "otter tex " as an alternative to goretex

Hey y’all, new camper this will be my first trip as an adult! First time planning, budgeting, etc. and it’s very overwhelming!! Need some help so figured I’d turn here - advice on all things accommodations, hiking routes, itineraries, packing tips, etc. We’ll be flying into the Rockies airport, shuttling via bus to Estes Park that we’ll be staying in for 5 days.we are going late October and I’ve read that the weather is unpredictable and to pack for four seasons, and that the shuttles around the park might be shut down depending on the severity of the weather/snow. Any idea how that would impact our trip, would we still be able to hike? Could I get to the park from the airport still? We are thinking to stay in a hostel, but don’t know if we can hike and stay in different hostels as we hike along a route, or if we have to stay in one and hike around that area. Is 5 days too long to stay in a hostel and only have that area to hike around? Then, we are going by bus (hopefully the shuttles are running eek) south to red rocks to see a concert actually. Where should we stay around there? We would really only have one night and one morning there so it would have to be close to the concert venue with hikes with preferably good views. Thanks in advance, I look forward to reading what y’all have to say!! 🫶

Hi. So this is my first time camping. I found some recs on this forum about the Mormont catalyst tent and I am buying it.

I am not sure what to look for in a sleeping bag and when do I need a pad. Do you have recommendations for any particular brands or bags please.

Thank you.

I would prefer quality and durability over cost. But I don’t want something super expensive.

Hello I’ve been using a 30$ sleeping pad and now it started leaking a little bit with me having to inflate it again during the night. I would like to avoid this.

I’ve heard a lot of good things about Trekology UL80 and prices at around 50$ it sounds like a good buy, with a weight of ~550g it’s also super lightweight with an R value of 1.7. However I don’t know their warranty policies, especially as I’m buying off amazon.

Now I have also been looking at Big Agnes Divide Insulated and Big Agnes Rapide SI Insulated, they are however a bit pricier coming in at 160$ for the divide and 200$ for the rapide sl.

I’m very confused what I should buy, I’m a student so I don’t have a ton of money, and I can’t decide whether I should get the cheaper one and go with that for a year or two and see if I need more R value/durability or whether I should just go for the more expensive and just cry once.

What’s your 10 cents?

Now, the only hiking I can think of is in Bic National Park (Quebec) as it's the only one I know of (i obviously know there are more, but not sure where).

On the website, the trail list indicates to be sure when low tide is, as for obvious reasons, that is the only time you can hike it. Now, I've driven on the road near this park, it's literally steps away from the shoreline. In that region, you can see the shore while driving along the road. At low tide, the little islands in the middle are easily accesible, you see boats on the ground, etc.

Now, when the tide increases, it doesn't just happen in the snap of the fingers, you see the water slowly coming back, worse case scenario, you can haul ass back to the shore ... but was curious, if anyone has ever got trapped by a tide while hiking

This isn't Bay of Fundy 50 feet high tide. No one is being swept to sea

I've had this bag for almost 15 years, and I hold its sentimental value as it's been to many countries and hikes with me. The inside is very sticky, and has been ruining the things I put in there. I've started using a bag liner, but after my most recent trip, I need to accept its lived its life. Do you have any DIY or upcycling ideas I can use to repurpose it as something else?

I'm from the UK and like to hike and wildcamp. I've been borrowing tents from friend's in the past but this wont cut it anymore and need to buy my own. I generally hike in the North UK like Scotland where conditions can be wet and windy. Also as I often do multiday hikes, saving a bit of weight would be ideal (<3kg/6.6lb). I'm looking for a tent that would fit me and my partner comfortably (50inches wide or more as we have wide pads and big backpacks), and can handle some wet conditions and is not over $400/£300.

Does anyone have any recommendations?

Squad, what’s up. I want to bring my babes on hikes but I’m unsure about the osprey poco or poco plus. Has anyone used them for small children? (Ages 2&3).

Hey fellow hikers! I'm considering tackling 7 peaks loop starting in San Jacinto in late August and would love some advice from those who've done it during this time of year. I know it's in a desert area and can get pretty hot, but I'm wondering if the elevation makes it more manageable?

A few questions: -Has anyone here done this hike in late August? How was your experience?

-What kind of temperatures should I expect at different elevations?

-How much water would you recommend carrying? Any specific gear or clothing recommendations for the conditions?

I'm planning to bring plenty of water and layer my clothing, but I want to make sure I'm not underestimating the challenge. Any tips or insights would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi, time is running out so sorry for the post that you probably get once a day, I’m also going to x post 😬.

I’m headed to glacier and we want to upgrade. I’m looking for two backpacks possibly with hydration compatibility. We have been doing a decent amount out hiking with our children. They will be coming with us on this trip. We will be carrying most of the supplies. So far I have been looking at packs in the 22-25L range. I was hoping to get something that has an actual strap/support system in the waist area instead of the single flat strap. I see people using 28l bags for day trips, I’m not sure how big the two of us should go. My kids will probably be down for a max of 4 miles at this point but we won’t be doing any overnights probably ever, just car camping. I have read about all the different conditions and wild temperature changes in glacier so we will need space for optional clothing. What size should I get? I’d like something that’s more versatile than a some kind of 70L bag as most of our trips won’t be that extreme. Any recommendations or experiences shared will be greatly appreciated

What shoes/sandals do you find you use most frequently? I had Chacos but recently sold them as the toe loop always cut off my circulation but now I no longer have a good shoe option for small hikes along creeks. I’m looking to invest in some good footwear options to cover all the basics and also for upcoming travel to Kenya, something that looks nice and can withstand different conditions but is supportive.

Right now I have teva flipflops for every day use, birkenstocks for casual outings, and lowa hiking boots.

Hello! I'm going hiking with friends in Tbilisi at the beginning of September. If someone has already explored a place nearby, can you advise what to wear during this period? Perhaps you can also recommend small walking routes for 2-3 hours :)

Hi!

I am looking for a new pair of water repellent hiking pants for a trip to Italy this autumn. I already tried a few outdoor shops, but I had no luck. Before I order online, I was hoping to narrow down some promising options first. I live in Belgium.

I'm 5'11 with a 34/36 inseam, depending on the brand. I'm not tall and lanky, but tall with a larger frame, muscular legs and a butt.

I have a 75cm/29inch waist and 114cm/44inch hips. Mostly because of my butt, my hips aren't that wide. This means the crotch area in pants is often too short, and I need high-waisted pants to avoid exposing my butt crack when sitting down. I absolutely hate wearing belts, which is unfortunate, given my situation.

I usually wear 32" in jeans and 42 in EU sizes / 14 in UK / 10 in US. With hourglass fits, I can size down. With regular fits, I often have to take in the waist just a tad.

Taking in the waist is not that much of an issue, but with hiking pants, I have to go up 2 sizes to get my butt in comfortably and then the rest of the fit just looks super weird, with a waist that's comically big and nowhere near salvageable, and too much space for my legs.

I searched the sub and found some threads for either tall or curvy fits, but I need both. My budget is about 150 euros. But willing to go up for an absolutely perfect pair of pants.

Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

Going on a trip down the coast (Hwy 101) to northern cali and was wondering if anyone knows of any good private camping spots in the area? Anywhere from Crescent city down to Trinidad. Whether it’s on a river, creek, ocean, lake, anything. We just don’t like campgrounds with reservations and such.

So I was drying out my tent in my basement and and my cat peed on it. So now I have dried out tent with cat pee on it. Any ideas? I figure I’ll just soak it? Any thoughts?

So I'm a new camper. I've been looking for a spot to camp that is secluded. After some digging I found that the term is called dispersed camping. It seems that in my area, Rhode Island, New England, it is difficult or not allowed? I find it strange that I can't take my tent and find a spot in the middle of some woods somewhere and just hang out for a week.

Is this really the case? I don't want to have to pay someone and be around a bunch of other campers. What are my options?

Does anyone else have any issues with the Osprey Manta 34 pack with the airspeed frame? I’ve had it for about a year and it started squeaking recently, in a very constant and hard to ignore way. I’ve tried adjusting the fit, but the sounds persist. Anyone have any solutions? Thanks.

A friend and me want to do a 5-day hike in the Küre Mountains in the north of Turkey. It is a brown bear country.

Do you know how much we have to care about the bears? Do we have to hang bear bags? Do we need a bear sprey?

We are both from Germany and have no experiences in bear countrys. So we also have no "ultraglide bear line" etc...