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  • Backpacks Reviews: The Best Backpacks by Price

    Shopping for the right backpack can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. With multiple categories of packs with numerous options, picking one that will fit your needs can often be a tall order.  Let’s take a look at seven different categories of packs ranging in size and features and highlight the best reviewed bag in each category. One of…

  • Top 8 Must Visit Campgrounds in Southern California

    There are many things that make Southern California unique ranging from the perfect weather to the abundance of movie stars that reside there. However So Cal also offers a diverse selection of camping options. Whether you prefer camping in the mountain, in the desert, or on the beach, these are some of the best campsites…

  • Flying with Camping Gear? What You Can and Can’t Bring

    If you’re traveling to a camping destination and not driving, one thing you might overlook is how to get all of your gear through airport security. Although some TSA and FAA regulations are common sense, others are more nuanced and can change based on how you plan on packing certain items. In this guide we’ll take a…

  • Day Pack Reviews: The Best Day Packs by Price

    Day Pack Reviews: The Best Day Packs by Price

    Daypacks are easily the most common hiking and camping packs on the market.  Because of that, this class of backpack shows great range from packs built for daily casual use to those made for serious scavengers. Let’s take a look at some of the best reviewed daypacks and discuss where on the spectrum they fall. If…

  • Military/Tactical Pack Reviews: The Best Military/Tactical Packs By Price

    For some outdoor enthusiasts, terms like “military” or “tactical” might sound a bit intimidating or simply unnecessary for their light hiking or camping trips. However what civilians love about these packs are the multiple compartments they offer that allow you to not only carry a lot of gear but also keep it all organized. Let’s take…

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