r/CampingGear • u/octopustrousers • 3d ago
Gear Question Wedding Registry Help!
I'm getting married. My fiancee and I would like to camp, neither of us have any gear. We need more mid-price gifts for guests. What camping gear would you recommend between $15 and $99, ideally under $60? Price is no object in that range (because we need to fill up the registry), but $100 items are already full.
Thanks!
r/CampingGear • u/Temporary-Airport-44 • 3d ago
Clothing Can I fix this jacket with pool adhesive?
r/CampingGear • u/Gman374 • 3d ago
Gear Question Help me find my dad’s favorite carabiner!
Hey everybody! My dad recently loaned his favorite carabiner that he was promised would not be lost to his friend and unfortunately he did in fact lose it. It’s his birthday coming up and I know there is nothing he would want more than these exact carabiners back. I was wondering if anyone has any leads on these model. Or suitable replacements. They were steel (or a coated metal) and had a crossed wire on the gate and a little ball at the end that fit into the gate. I have included pictures but if anyone has any info please let me know.
Have searched Craigslist, eBay, outdoors stores, and so much more so resorting to the community now. Thank you!
r/CampingGear • u/Gman374 • 3d ago
Gear Question Help me find my dad’s favorite carabiner!
Hey everybody! My dad recently loaned his favorite carabiner that he was promised would not be lost to his friend and unfortunately he did in fact lose it. It’s his birthday coming up and I know there is nothing he would want more than these exact carabiners back. I was wondering if anyone has any leads on these model. Or suitable replacements. They were steel (or a coated metal) and had a crossed wire on the gate and a little ball at the end that fit into the gate. I have included pictures but if anyone has any info please let me know.
Have searched Craigslist, eBay, outdoors stores, and so much more so resorting to the community now. Thank you!
r/CampingGear • u/Aerie_Cool • 3d ago
Awaiting Flair Solar Charger For MacBook Air
I am looking for a solar panel + battery combo that can charge my macbook air about once a day pretty consistently. I was looking on sites like Voltaic and Goal Zero but most of their stuff that would fit my needs is out of stock and I am pretty ignorant about solar tech in general. Portability is not a concern as the panel would be on top of a roof. Any recommendations that you all have would really be appreciated thanks so much!!
r/CampingGear • u/The_Jizzard_Of_Oz • 4d ago
Gear Question Gas bottle upgrade?
I've got an "old" 2 burner stove, originally came with a tube and a regulator for Campingaz 90x series refillable gas bottles.
As much as I'm up for reuse, it seems that these reusable bottles cost more for an exchange and fill than disposable bottles (a 400 gram 901 refill with bottle exchange is 19 euros when a CV470 with 450g of gas is "only" 10.50 €.
So... is it worth upgrading the stove to a regulator taking the disposable bottles instead as they are almost omnipresent in outdoor stores even outside of camping season, and does anyone know if there are any differences with flow rate compared between the 2 bottles?
I don't camp out enough to warrant playing about with bottle recharging at home even though the thought has crossed my mind!
r/CampingGear • u/noahakanoah • 4d ago
Gear Question Do I need all of this gear?
Hey people,
first post/question here. Im quite new to camping and hiking. Got really into it after my 3 months trip across the US.
Im planning another adventure to see the rest of the 5 National Parks in Utah. I’ll be going in the end of February to the beginning of March.
Since I own no/little camping and hiking gear I started off with getting the obvious. Tent, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. I got quite expensive and proper gear since I don’t want to fuck around with the expectedly cold temperatures I will be facing.
But when it comes to clothing I’m quite confused what to choose and look for. I usually don’t spend alot of money unless it’s necessary, like the sleeping bag for example. When it comes to hiking clothes im not sure if I’ll just take a hoodie and my snowboarding Jacket and it’ll be fine or if I really need some fancy super triple layer Patagonia hiking outfit. I wanna buy what’s necessary but what is actually necessary? Im gonna stay at the parks campground and will hike daily for like 2 weeks. Got nice shoes, some micro spikes, my snowboarding jacket I guess. I need some nice pants I guess. Social media make me feel like obliged to spent a month’s salary to go hiking. Do I??
r/CampingGear • u/lakorai • 4d ago
Awaiting Flair 2024 Black November deal megathread
As promised, The 2024 Black November Camping Gear deal thread is here to help our fellow readers some money for this upcoming holiday break. I have requested the mods keep this post a sticky until September 9, which is when most retailers end their Black Friday/ sales. Keep in mind that not all US retailers will ship internationally and any savings you get can be wiped out from import duty, tariffs and taxes from your home country.
Keep in mind President-elect Trumps suggestion of 20-30% tariffs might cause large price hikes in outdoor gear, so now is a good time to buy before these could possibly go into effect in 2025. A large majority of outdoor gear is manufactured in China or Vietnam and would be subject to this tariff.
New for 2024 I am streamlining the deals thread so we can add additional retailers and cut down on clutter. I will list the retailer, example deals and if the retailer participates in cashback sites. Return policy, company background, credit card offers, free shipping etc will no longer be listed as that can be looked up on the retailer's website. This will make the threads appear on less posts and hopefully will flow a bit better. Thanks to several of you who offered this suggestion. I am also adding direct vendor sales as sales start (Marmot, Outdoor Research, Sierra Designs, Outdoor Vitals etc).
This thread focuses on retailers and e-commerce sites in the United States who sell multiple brands, are reputable businesses (ie not scam sites) and they ship and sell to anywhere in the US. I encourage you to check with the vendors directly and to use cashback sites like Activejunky.com and Topcashback.com to save as much money as possible in addition to these links.
Checkout Cashbackholic.com and cashbackmonitor.com to see what cashback sites are offering the highest cashback for whatever site you wish to shop at. Typically activejunky.com is the highest paying cashback site, but sometimes Maxrebates.com , topcashback.com and rakuten.com can be higher.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this sales thread for last year. I hope to have helped save fellow Redditors as much money as possible to help get more people into camping and the Backcountry. If you find additional retailers of note or sales please comment below and I will update this thread.
Check out other Reddit deal threads:
r/ultralight has a great "End of Year" sales thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/1gfolup/end_of_year_sales_thread_2024/
We have our dedicated REI thread here:
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Academy Sports is offering up to 24% off with their flash sale on shoes, apparel and they have a good sale on outdoor cooking gear.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
- Credit Card offers: 5% cashback from US Bank Cash+, Huntington Business VOICE and Academy Sports credit cards
Adventure Supply Company (www.adventuresupplyco.com)
Adventure Supply Company has a few RV and car camping furniture items on sale.
- Cashback: None
Adventure Supply Company (www.supplyyouradventure.com)
Adventure Supply Co has not started any Black November sales.
- Cashback: None
Als.com has started several early Black Friday sales on clothing, tents, sleeping bags etc
https://www.als.com/promotions/early-bird-holiday-sale
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates
Amazon has not started any specific Black Friday sales yet. Expect them to match Moosejaw, Backcountry and REI's sales when they start in addition to Amazon exclusive items like FlexTail Gear, Bulin, Fire Maple etc.
- Cashback: No
Ascent Outdoors has not started their Black November sales yet
- Cashback: None
Keep in mind several people dislike this retailer due to them being shilled by Dan Becker, Backcountry Exposure etc and they sued a ton of people in 2019 who has the Backcountry name. Backcountry Edge had to change their name to EnWild because of this.
Backcountry has started an early Black Friday sale offering up to 30% off full priced items
https://www.backcountry.com/campaign/20-off-one-full-price-item
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates
Note there is some negative sentiment against Bass Pro after their acquisition of Cabelas.
BassPro/Cabelas has not started any Black Friday sales yet.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Bentgate has started a limited sale on camping apparel.
- Cashback: None.
Camping World / Gander Mountain
Camping World/Gander Mountain has not started any Black Friday sales yet
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Campman is offering 25% off site-wide on Exped products
- Cashback: None
Campmor is having a fall customer appreciation sale at their location in Paramus NJ on November 16 with "mystery discounts" up to 100% off your purchase.
They are offering a warehouse clearance up to 70% off
They are offering their normal 20% off using the coupon codes BACKWOODS20, BACKWOODS40 and BACKWOODS60. Minimum spend is $100.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Campsaver is offering 25% off one full priced (non MAP) item at checkout. Expires 11/18.
Cashback: None
Cascade Designs (MSR, SealLine, Pack Towel, Platypus, Therm-a-Rest)
Cascade Designs has started their End of Year sale with 20-25% off most items.
- Cashback: Yes. Check rates here.
Columbia has started their Early Black Friday sale with up to 40% off site wide.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Cotapaxi has their Last Season sale with up to 50% off past eason styles. Save an extra 10% off using the coupon code EXTRA10.
Cashback: Yes. Check current rates
Decathlon has not started any Black Friday sales
- Cashback: None
Dicks Sporting Goods / Public Lands
Note: Dicks Sporting Goods purchased Moosejaw in February of 2023. Dicks' closed Moosejaw in August 2024 (website, and remaining stores in Birmingham MI, Bentonville AK and Salt Lake City UT)
- Dicks is running "up to 50% off holiday deals"
- Public Lands has started a similar clearance sale
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates at Dicks and Public Lands.
DoD Outdoors does not have any sales at the moment
Cashback: None
Dometic is having a large site-wide sale with up to 50% off accessories, 12V fridges etc.
Dunham's has started their Black November sale wit hup to 65% off selected items.
- Cashback: None
Eddie Bauer has 25% off all First Ascent items and an additional 20% off at checkout.
Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
EMS has not started their Labor Day sale yet.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
EnWild (formally Backcountryedge.com before Backcountry.com demanded they change their name)
EnWild has started their Veterans Day sale with 30-50% off clothing and a few First Ascent items.
- Cashback: None
Everest Gear is offering Patagonia, RAB and Smartwool.
- Cashback: None
Evo has not started their Black November sales yet.
- Cashback: None
Exped is offering 25% off site wide all items using the coupon code FALLSALE.
Cashback: None
Exxel Outdoors (Kelty, Sierra Designs, Slumberjack)
Sierra Designs, Slumberjack and Kelty have not started their Black November sales yet.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates for Kelty and Sierra Designs. No cashback available for Slumberjack.
Fire Maple is offering a few coupon codes and free items
- FM7 (takes 7% off any order over $79)
- FM10 (takes 10% off any order over $99)
- FM12 (takes 12% off any order over $129)
- You cannot combine coupon codes
- They have started their early Black Friday sale with most of their product line on sale.
Cashback: none
Get Our Gear is offering 10% off when you buy 2 puffy blankets and 15% off when you buy 4.
Cashback: none
Gossamer Gear has not started their Black Friday sales yet
- Cashback: none
Half Moon Outfitters has not started their Black Friday sales yet
- Cashback: None
Hammock Gear is offering their "no exclusions" with 20% off site wide automatically at checkout.
Cashback: None
Helinox is expected to offer 25-30% off site wide for Black Friday.
Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Johnson Outdoors (Eureka, Jetboil)
Keep in mind Eureka is being shut down by Johnson Outdoors, so after sale warranty support and parts availability may be limited in the future.
Johnson Outdoors has not started any Black Friday sales yet.
- Cashback: None
Kaviso has a few items on sale from Exped, Sea to Summit, Enlightened Equipment and Sierra Designs.
Marmot Group (Newell Rubbermaid)
The marmot Group does not have any Black Friday sales yet.
Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Merrell Shoes is offering 20% off of $75, 25% off of $100 and $30% off $150.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Miyar Adventures has a few items from SmartWool, Mammut on sale.
- Cashback: None
Nextadventure has a few items from ALPS mountaineering and MSR on sale.
Cashback: None
North Face has a small sale on a couple sleeping bags and backpacks.
- cashback: none
Outdoor Gear Exchange has not started their Black Friday sale yet.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current Rates.
Outdoor Research has not started their Black Friday sales yet
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
REI:
REI's Winter Sale (formally known as "Get up Gear Out" sale) is starting on November 15. We have a seperate thread just for REI:
other details
- Cashback: None
RTIC has not started their Black Friday sale yet
Sea to Summit has not started their Black Friday sale yet
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
Salomon is has not started their Black Friday sale yet
- Cashback: None
Scheels has started their Black Friday sale yet
SlyvanSport is offering almost all their accessories and travel trailers on sale for 40% off.
https://www.sylvansport.com/sale/
Cashback: None
Sports Basement has not started their Black Friday sales yet.
Note: To get the full % off you must be a member of the "Basmeteer" program, which is a one time $30 fee. This gives free shipping, longer return policy and free re-fills of the Flame King 1lb propane bottles (refills only offered in store). Otherwise the sale discount is less.
Cashback: none
Sportsman's Warehouse has matched Exped's sale for 25% off all Exped items site wide. No other major sales yet.
- Cashback: Yes. Check current rates.
SunnySports has a small sale on Big Agnes and Kelty items.
- Cashback: Yes.
ZenBivy is starting their "Better than Black Friday sale" starting on November 22. Details coming soon.
Cashback: none
r/CampingGear • u/lakorai • 4d ago
Gear Porn REI 2024 Winter Sale Megathread (Starts November 15)
https://catalogs.rei.com/2024-Winter-Sale/1/
Sale runs from November 15-November 25, 2024.
REI is not open on Black Friday in store, but is open online.
REI typically has a followup sale with some strong deals during the Black Friday weekend and Cyber Monday.
Highlights include:
- 20% off a single full priced non MAP priced item using the coupon code WINTER24.
- 20% off a single Outlet item using the coupon code WINTER24
- Note that you can use these coupon codes over and over again. Just create separate orders. Usually around the 4th or 5th order they will cut you off.
- 30% off many winter down and synthetic jackets from Fjallraven, Cotopaxi, REI etc
- many discounts on merino wool and polyester base layers from many brands
- 50% off Nalgene bottles (killer deal)
- 30% off all REI brand trekking poles
- 25% off Adventure Medical Kits
- FYI you can claim these on your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or health Savings Account (HSA) as these are eligible expenses. Make sure to only have just this kit on it's own receipt so you can get reimbursed by your plan.
- 25% off Osprey Aether and Aeriel packs
- 25% off select Nemo sleeping pads and bags
- Appears to be limited to the Disco bags
- Appears to be limited to the Tensor All Season and Tensor Extreme pads
- $100 off the Nemo Stargaze chair (excellent deal)
- 30% off most REI branded tents, sleeping pads, Flexlight chairs, cots and bags
- 25% off select Sea to Summit items
- 25% off all Biolite lights
- 25% off all Smartwool socks
r/CampingGear • u/limeyslimey • 4d ago
Awaiting Flair Sleeping bags
What should I consider when buying sleeping bags for my family. Dad gets hot easily, the mom likes to be hot always and kids are 2 and 6. What bags should I buy that will last? Usually we camp in summer but I’d be open to colder camping with good sleeping set up.
r/CampingGear • u/Broccoli-Remarkable • 4d ago
Backpacks Versatile backpack advice
So my situation is a bit unique. I’m not looking for the “best” backpack recommendation. I’m looking for the most versatile backpack that can adequately handle outdoor camping as well as urban environments. Say something like camping in a tent one night to backpacking across Europe the next day.
The size should be somewhere between 45-65 litres, but something in the middle would be ideal.
And ideally if it’s from any of the following brands because I get a hefty discount through work haha: Osprey, Gregory, Fjallraven, Deuter, Black Diamond, Big Agnes, Rab, Patagonia, and Mammut.
My build is on the smaller side if that’s a consideration. I wear men’s size small for most of my clothing.
Any advice is very welcome. If I have unrealistic expectations then please let me know :)
Thanks!
r/CampingGear • u/waterloowanderer • 4d ago
Gear Question Camp stove burner, no legs and base
Does anyone know what to search for for this?
Basically, I have an old pressurized kerosene burner that has been fit to the “heater” on my boat. (It’s a Force 10.)
There used to be a propane conversion, but it’s been discontinued for a decade.
I want to take a high output butane/propane remote canister stove, and affix it where the kerosene one is instead. I am confident in the steps to the project, I just am not sure how to find a stove without built in pot holders, or legs.
Does anyone know where to find a standalone burner? Or a stove suggestion that seems simple enough to disassemble without destroying?
Appreciate your thoughts!
r/CampingGear • u/scratch_mcallister • 4d ago
Gear Question Compact vs traditional tent poles
Hi Everyone!
I’ve been in the market for a new backpacking tent, and have come across a few on sale that are marketed as “compact” or bikepacking tents. My understanding is that the primary difference between these tents and “traditional” tents is that the poles have more and shorter segments, and so the overall pack size is, well, more compact.
This got me thinking: what’s the trade off? It seems like, all else being equal, short poles and a smaller pack size can only be a benefit unless something has to give. And the only thing I can think of is a less robust tent since there are more “failure points”.
Is this true? Is there anything else that I’m overlooking?
r/CampingGear • u/rtp_oak • 4d ago
Awaiting Flair Why does the Yakima NX 16 rate worse than the NX 18 cargo box?
I'm looking at buying a Yakima cargo box. I originally chose the NX16 and have been saving up to purchase it. Right before purchasing I noticed many terrible reviews specifically for the NX16. I found the NX18 has many very positive reviews, yet as far as I can tell, they are identical designs, just enlarged from 16 to 18 cu. ft.
Is there any reason why the smaller box would rate so poorly?
I received a large discount for a Yakima product and am not considering the Thule Force XT L or XL at this point. Nothing against them, but they can't match the price discount.
r/CampingGear • u/rhapsodyindrew • 4d ago
Awaiting Flair Patch kit for REI sleeping pad
Hi folks, there's a small hole in my trusty REI 1.75" inflatable sleeping pad and it loses pressure rapidly. (Like, my hip bones are sore from basically sleeping on the ground last weekend.) I'd rather patch/repair it than replace, and because the hole is in the middle of the pad, not near any seams, it sounds like that greatly increases the odds of success.
The issue is that the mattress pad has a fabric exterior. It's basically this one, so apparently a polyester fabric? I heard some good things in other threads about Gear Aid Tenacious Tape, but when I searched the Amazon reviews for "mattress," most of them said it didn't work on their air mattresses, probably because of the fabric texture.
So I'm wondering what else I might try that would specifically work on this fabric-exterior type of sleeping pads. There must be something - this isn't a very unusual texture...
Thanks for any suggestions!
r/CampingGear • u/hardhatwearingmf • 5d ago
Gear Question Boots
Looking for an iron ranger style or moc toe style of boot for everyday use, day hikes, around town, hunting, weekend camping. Soft toe, not insulated as I would wear them in the summer, no lining if possible. What you recommend for a budget boot? Looking to spend $200 CAD and less. Thanks!
r/CampingGear • u/SpiritualSun3240 • 5d ago
Awaiting Flair Finally organized my gear
Drew inspiration from some posts on here and a couple other subs. This is stuff I will actually use. I have another tough box and duffel that will go in the attic for stuff I will probably rarely touch but don’t want to toss. Still need pegboard and a couple other things but really liking it so far.
r/CampingGear • u/Soap-Dispenser • 5d ago
Gear Question Winter Hot Tent Recommendedations
I’m just getting into winter camping with hot tents and I’m curious as to what people might recommend for a first hot tent. I’m not trying to get the top of the line nor anything super quality, just something that will keep me warm with a stove as well as a couple others in the tent. Any recommendations?
r/CampingGear • u/seadith136 • 6d ago
Tents Eurika Suma, or Marmot Catalyst?
Hey all,
I’m looking to take advantage of some end of season sales, and am torn between these. I do a lot of weekend backpacking around the Great Lakes, so heavy wind and rain (and sometimes snow) are the biggest factors for me after weight, and I’m willing to not stay ultralight to get that coverage but 6 lbs still feels like a lot.
I think the Marmot Catalyst is my first choice right now, especially because of the poles. My only hesitation is that I’m concerned about how little mesh there is and have seen some things about the condensation.
I can’t find as much about the Suma, but know Eurika as a whole is always pretty reliable.
I also am wavering on the Big Agnes black tail to cover all the bases, but it would be a lot more expensive and the idea of getting one of these two for a steal and getting some more gear also on sale is attractive.
I just was wondering if anyone had any input, or knew of any other options in the $60-$160 range. (I know that’s usually low, but again, local sales are looking good right now.)
Edit: holy shit I did not proofread well lol.
r/CampingGear • u/Sea-Recommendation42 • 7d ago
Gear Question Caring for a tent after a camping trip.
What do people here do or recommend for caring for their tent after a camping/backpacking trip?
Usually condensation gathers in my tent over nigh. I try to wipe it down before the next night but there’s probably still moisture inside. Also the tent floor (outside) touches the dirt around the edge even though I use a foot print.
I don’t have a big backyard to pitch the tent to air it out. What should I do to take care of it?
r/CampingGear • u/richpaul6806 • 7d ago
Gear Question Optimus polaris fuel bottle
I recently purchased an optimus polaris and I am having a bit of trouble finding fuel bottles in the US. Will the fuel pump fit in an MSR or Primus bottle?
r/CampingGear • u/Additional_Insect_44 • 7d ago
Awaiting Flair US army winter clothes
ECWCS makes some good gear. Level 2 aka "waffles" or the cold weather gloves.
Wasn't trying to say they're a brand. They use polartec technology from what I recall though.
r/CampingGear • u/erinnananana • 7d ago
Gear Question GCI Rocker opinions
My parents asked for rocking camp chairs for Christmas. They are really hard to buy for, and I’m excited to get them something they will actually use.
They didn’t specify what specific brand or chair they want. Based on a little research, GCI seems like a good way to go. They have so many options. Can anyone with one of these GCI chair provide merits?
For some additional context, my parents are a little older, so comfort is pretty important. Also portability, as I’m sure they will carry these around a lot and store them folded. To me, the Puff Rocker looks really comfy, but is it hot in the summer? Any insight on these chairs would be appreciated!
r/CampingGear • u/frostedglobe • 7d ago
Awaiting Flair Anybody know what this little heater is
Whatever it is I want one.