Best Camping Gear Reviews is going to start profiling camping gear stores that sell some of the best camping equipment that we review. Tonight’s article is going to talk about one of the biggest camping gear stores, REI.
REI has been providing some of the best customer service and outdoor gear since the opened. They carry everything from Kelty camping tents, Garmin GPS devices, and Coleman lanterns. Not only does REI carry the best camping gear, but they also carry climbing gear, cycling gear, fitness gear, paddling gear, clothing, and much more.
REI has stores in 28 states and continues to grow everyday!
REI has won several awards over the last few years, including best camping products, cheap camping gear products, and great customer service awards. Don’t spend more money than you have to, buy your next camping gear at REI!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Discount camping gear
Best Camping Gear Reviews gets asked a lot about how to find discount camping gear or used camping gear. While both types of camp gear are similar because they are less than the more expensive camping gear, they are different topics. In today’s Best Camping Gear Reviews article, we are going to discuss ways that you can find discount camping gear.
We all know how expensive camping gear can be. Take a look at the Kelty camping tents. While they are one of the best camping tents, they are also on the high side of the price range. With our three secret tips on how to find discount camping gear, you might be able to find a cheap Kelty tent!
Best Camping Gear Reviews 3 tips to finding discount camping gear:
1) Check your local advertisements for camping gear specials. In today’s economy most businesses are hurting for sales. The camping gear stores are no different. I look in the Sunday advertisements and always find great deals on camping gear. The other day, I found Coleman coolers for 30% off! That’s a great discount camping gear price.
2) Look in the “bargain basement” at your local camping gear stores. A lot of times you can find last years camping gear or outdoor clothing at a huge discounted price. Is there really a big difference between last years Sierra Designs sleeping bags and this years? Probably not.
3) Shop on line. There are a lot of good camping gear stores that strictly sell on line. This keeps their overhead costs down and keeps their prices cheaper. A lot of times you might have to pay a small shipping fee, but you avoid the sales tax most of the time. Don’t worry about returns because almost every reputable online camping gear store accepts returns without problems.
We hope that these 3 tips on how to find discount camping gear is helpful to you!
We all know how expensive camping gear can be. Take a look at the Kelty camping tents. While they are one of the best camping tents, they are also on the high side of the price range. With our three secret tips on how to find discount camping gear, you might be able to find a cheap Kelty tent!
Best Camping Gear Reviews 3 tips to finding discount camping gear:
1) Check your local advertisements for camping gear specials. In today’s economy most businesses are hurting for sales. The camping gear stores are no different. I look in the Sunday advertisements and always find great deals on camping gear. The other day, I found Coleman coolers for 30% off! That’s a great discount camping gear price.
2) Look in the “bargain basement” at your local camping gear stores. A lot of times you can find last years camping gear or outdoor clothing at a huge discounted price. Is there really a big difference between last years Sierra Designs sleeping bags and this years? Probably not.
3) Shop on line. There are a lot of good camping gear stores that strictly sell on line. This keeps their overhead costs down and keeps their prices cheaper. A lot of times you might have to pay a small shipping fee, but you avoid the sales tax most of the time. Don’t worry about returns because almost every reputable online camping gear store accepts returns without problems.
We hope that these 3 tips on how to find discount camping gear is helpful to you!
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Big Agnes Salt Creek camping tent
Best Camping Gear Reviews loves Big Agnes camping tents. Big Agnes makes some of the best camping tents that are sold at camping gear stores. In today’s Best Camping Gear Reviews article, we are going to discuss the Big Agnes Salt Creek camping tent.
The Big Agnes Salt Creek tent is a three season, free standing tent. It is very light and designed as a backpacking tent. The Salt Creek tent features a lightweight pole system with the poles being made of a durable aluminum. In addition the Salt Creek tent has one side door, 2 mesh floor pockets, vestibule door, and is made out of recycled material!
The Big Agnes Salt Creek tent is designed for two people and has about 36 sq ft of living space. It weighs just over 6 pounds and is very compact. This makes it very easy to pack among the rest of your camping gear.
The Big Agnes Salt Creek tent costs about $349.95.
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The Big Agnes Salt Creek tent is a three season, free standing tent. It is very light and designed as a backpacking tent. The Salt Creek tent features a lightweight pole system with the poles being made of a durable aluminum. In addition the Salt Creek tent has one side door, 2 mesh floor pockets, vestibule door, and is made out of recycled material!
The Big Agnes Salt Creek tent is designed for two people and has about 36 sq ft of living space. It weighs just over 6 pounds and is very compact. This makes it very easy to pack among the rest of your camping gear.
The Big Agnes Salt Creek tent costs about $349.95.
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Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Bibler Tents- Bibler Bombshelter
Bibler tents is one of the leading manufactures of camping tents and camping gear accessories. In this Best Camping Gear Reviews article we are going to discuss one of Bibler tents most popular camping tent, the Bombshelter.
The Bibler Bombshelter is designed with the latest state of the art design that makes it stormproof. This tent is extremely durable because of the configuration of the poles. The poles intersect seven times creating a sturdy tent. The tent material is made of ToddTex which is a waterproof, windproof, and breathable material.
In all Bibler tent reviews they are rated very good. The Bombshelter tent is no different. This is a very good tent for those that are hiking a tent in and possibly will encounter harsh conditions. The Bibler Bombshelter can be purchased at all major camping gear stores such as REI.
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The Bibler Bombshelter is designed with the latest state of the art design that makes it stormproof. This tent is extremely durable because of the configuration of the poles. The poles intersect seven times creating a sturdy tent. The tent material is made of ToddTex which is a waterproof, windproof, and breathable material.
In all Bibler tent reviews they are rated very good. The Bombshelter tent is no different. This is a very good tent for those that are hiking a tent in and possibly will encounter harsh conditions. The Bibler Bombshelter can be purchased at all major camping gear stores such as REI.
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Sunday, April 26, 2009
Best Camping Flashlight
Best Camping Flashlight- There are so many flashlights out there that claim to be the best flashlight, but which one truly is? Best Camping Gear Reviews has teamed up with our sister site, Police Equipment Reviews to try and answer that question. We brought our police equipment site into this blog because who uses flashlights more than police officers? They destroy their flashlights so if one can withstand the daily use by a police officer, then it can sure hold up as camping gear!
Streamlight flashlights are one of the best police flashlights. They make some really cool rechargeable and LED flashlights that come in a variety of sizes. With regards to camping, it would be a good idea to get a Streamlight flashlight similar to the Streamlight UltraStinger. This is a great flashlight that has a super bright light. The only downfall to this flashlight is that it can only last for about 2 hours of continuous run time.
With that in mind, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to pick up either a MagLite flashlight or Coleman flashlight as a backup. These are very cheap flashlights that operate with batteries. While their light power might not be as good as a Streamlight flashlight, you have the insurance of a battery operated flashlight. If it runs out simply put in new batteries.
As we said before, there are many flashlights that will work well as part of your camping gear. Just remember that you pay for what you get. So if you find a dirt cheap rechargeable flashlight it probably won’t be that good.
The Streamlight flashlights and MagLite flashlights can found at all police equipment stores and some camping gear stores. The Coleman flashlights can be found at most major sporting good stores and camping gear stores.
Streamlight flashlights are one of the best police flashlights. They make some really cool rechargeable and LED flashlights that come in a variety of sizes. With regards to camping, it would be a good idea to get a Streamlight flashlight similar to the Streamlight UltraStinger. This is a great flashlight that has a super bright light. The only downfall to this flashlight is that it can only last for about 2 hours of continuous run time.
With that in mind, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to pick up either a MagLite flashlight or Coleman flashlight as a backup. These are very cheap flashlights that operate with batteries. While their light power might not be as good as a Streamlight flashlight, you have the insurance of a battery operated flashlight. If it runs out simply put in new batteries.
As we said before, there are many flashlights that will work well as part of your camping gear. Just remember that you pay for what you get. So if you find a dirt cheap rechargeable flashlight it probably won’t be that good.
The Streamlight flashlights and MagLite flashlights can found at all police equipment stores and some camping gear stores. The Coleman flashlights can be found at most major sporting good stores and camping gear stores.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Kelty Gunnison 3.1 camping tent
Kelty Gunnison 3.1 tent- As Best Camping Gear Reviews has already stated in previous blogs, Kelty camping tents are some of the best camping tents around. They make many designs and styles to fit your needs as part of your camping equipment. One of the most popular Kelty camping tents is the Gunnison 3.1 tent.
The Kelty Gunnison 3.1 camping tent was rated in 2008 as one of the best buys for backpackers. The Gunnison 3.1 tent has been redesigned to feature new freestanding construction that includes color coded parts and two easy to set up poles. The Kelty Gunnison 3.1 tent has plenty of room for 3 people. Inside there is about 48 square feet of room. The tent also features four mesh windows, two doors, and two vestibules.
The Kelty Gunnison 3.1 camping tent costs about $229.95 and can be found at most major camping gear stores.
The Kelty Gunnison 3.1 camping tent was rated in 2008 as one of the best buys for backpackers. The Gunnison 3.1 tent has been redesigned to feature new freestanding construction that includes color coded parts and two easy to set up poles. The Kelty Gunnison 3.1 tent has plenty of room for 3 people. Inside there is about 48 square feet of room. The tent also features four mesh windows, two doors, and two vestibules.
The Kelty Gunnison 3.1 camping tent costs about $229.95 and can be found at most major camping gear stores.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Hunting Knives, Camping Knives, Buck Knives
One of the most important pieces of camping gear is the knife. While a knife may not be on the top your essential camping equipment list, it should be. Best Camping Gear Reviews has provided you with three reasons why you should carry a good knife and three of the best knives in our opinion.
Why should you carry a knife while camping?
1) Protection- Some of the most beautiful campgrounds are in the backcountries. If you are out taking a hike and wonder upon a wild animal or snake, you are able to use the knife to protect you. We all of seen the survival shows on television and the hosts always have a good knife.
2) Cutting- Whether it is cutting food or cutting up branches to keep you warm, a knife is the easiest thing to cut with.
3) Digging- You never know when you are going to have to dig a small area so having a sharp pointed knife will make the digging easier.
What knife manufacturers are the best to carry while camping?
1) Kershaw knives- Kershaw knives are very good. Not only do a lot of campers own these, but Police Officers use them as a part of their police equipment. Kershaw knives are inexpensive and get the job done.
2) Buck Knives- Perhaps one of the best known knives manufactures is Buck Knives. Buck Knives has been making hunting knives, pocket knives, camping knives for quite some time. They build a very high quality knife that is meant to last a long time.
3) Benchmade Knives- Benchmade knives are very good. There are both straight and folding knives made by Benchmade.
There are many options when it comes to knives. Some campers like to have a straight knife while some like a folding knife. It is all up to you but Best Camping Gear Reviews highly recommends that you buy yourself a good knife to put in with your camping gear.
A good knife can be found at your local camping gear stores or police equipment stores.
Why should you carry a knife while camping?
1) Protection- Some of the most beautiful campgrounds are in the backcountries. If you are out taking a hike and wonder upon a wild animal or snake, you are able to use the knife to protect you. We all of seen the survival shows on television and the hosts always have a good knife.
2) Cutting- Whether it is cutting food or cutting up branches to keep you warm, a knife is the easiest thing to cut with.
3) Digging- You never know when you are going to have to dig a small area so having a sharp pointed knife will make the digging easier.
What knife manufacturers are the best to carry while camping?
1) Kershaw knives- Kershaw knives are very good. Not only do a lot of campers own these, but Police Officers use them as a part of their police equipment. Kershaw knives are inexpensive and get the job done.
2) Buck Knives- Perhaps one of the best known knives manufactures is Buck Knives. Buck Knives has been making hunting knives, pocket knives, camping knives for quite some time. They build a very high quality knife that is meant to last a long time.
3) Benchmade Knives- Benchmade knives are very good. There are both straight and folding knives made by Benchmade.
There are many options when it comes to knives. Some campers like to have a straight knife while some like a folding knife. It is all up to you but Best Camping Gear Reviews highly recommends that you buy yourself a good knife to put in with your camping gear.
A good knife can be found at your local camping gear stores or police equipment stores.
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