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Stansport Orion II 4 Person Dome Tent $49.95 Designed for the sport of backpacking. Shock-corded fiberglass poles. Full length fly with 800mm P.U. coating. Clip pole system, with pin & ring pole attachments. No-see-um mesh screens. Large D shaped doors. Sturdy P.E. floor. Meets CPAI-84 flame retardant specifications. Sleeps: 4 People |
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N Code 80 Custom Left-Hand Turnout $10.00 Black ties and nickel silver rail.Custom N Line Switches are made to be used with the Atlas Under-Table Switch Machine (item #65) or a ground throw. Unlike the other N scale switches which have shortened ties to allow for switch machine attachment, Custom N Line Switches have full-length ties. A double-ended throwbar allows you to place your under-table switch machine on either side of the switch…. |
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Hennessy Explorer Deluxe Asym $161.86 At 9 feet long, the Explorer Deluxe A-sym was designed for anyone over 6 feet tall. Same great features as the Hennessy Expedition hammock. Includes Tree Hugger straps to prevent damage to tree bark. Weight: 2.75 lbs. Weight limit: 300 lbs. Hammock dimensions: 108″ x 48″. Packed size: 6″ x 12″. Snakeskins sold separately…. |
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Rightline Gear 110990 CampRight Pop Up Tent $99.95 Campright Pop – Up Tent. Camping in an INSTANT! Sets up in about one minute’s time, with NO poles to monkey around with! Super-sturdy, lighting-FAST and AFFORDABLE… the perfect back-up, or a great Tent for the kids… they can even set it up themselves! Measures 7’6″ x 6′ x 3’6″h.; 2 windows / 1 door, all with no-see-um mesh and storm covers; Tent fabric is water-resistant with sealed seams, no … |
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Kamp-Rite Oversize Tent Cot $179.00 If you’ve done a fair amount of camping, you know that sleeping on a cot inside a roomy tent is far more comfortable than sleeping on the ground. Now you can combine both luxuries with the oversize Kamp-Rite tent cot, a fully framed and enclosed cot with nylon sides and tie-up no-see-um mesh doors and windows–just like a personal tent. The legs of the cot are suspended a full 11 inches off the gr… |
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Big Agnes Big House 4 Tent: 4-Person 3-Season $299.95 A deluxe car camping or base camp shelter, the Big Agnes Big House 4 Person Tent will keep you and your family dry, protected, and snoozing comfortably. With a floor area of 65 square feet and an interior peak height of 68 inches, this Big Agnes tent is made for 3 seasons of use. A full-coverage fly blocks out the weather while stake out and guy out points keep it stable if the wind kicks up. Sett… |
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What hiking and camping gear should I buy?
Ok here’s the scoop…
I want to get into hiking and camping with my wife. I currently have no gear. What should I buy? I have about $800 to work with. I am planning on camping through 3 seasons, spring, summer, and fall (a little in the winter perhaps). I am going to need a two person tent, his and hers sleeping bags, and his and hers backpacks. I am looking for gear that would take me on 2-4 day hikes. Should go with internal or external backpacks. What’s the difference? Is there a good rain resistant tent within my price range? I’m thinking I would want a mummy type sleeping bag. Again, not sure though. Brand names with reasons for purchasing would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Go to www.cabelas.com and browse around, or better yet request a catalog. It’s the best outdoors outfitter I’ve ever used. First off, since you’re talking about backpacking, you need to think lightweight. Interior/Exterior just has to do with whether the frame is inside or outside the “pack” on a backpack. To decide on which type is better fo you, go to a good sporting goods store in your area and look at them/try them on. Sleeping backs should definately be the “mummy” style bags. They are around $100 each, but are very lightweight and can handle moderately cold weather (sleeping bags will have a rating in degrees to how cold it can get and you can still rely on the sleeping bag). They can also be compacted better than classic sleeping bags. Any brand in Cabela’s would be a good brand, including its own brand. Also buy you and your wife sleeping pads… they are light, compact, and your back is worth it. I like the self-inflating type, but you can also get foam ones. Again any brand in Cabela’s (this goes for all their products) is usually a good brand.
Tents are usually rated by seasons they can be used in (summer, 3-season, or all weather are popular ratings). Definately go for a dome-style tent rather than the boxier tents. Dome style tents are usually more sturdy, deflect water better, and are usually lighter. Also you’ll want one with a good rain cover that goes close to the base of the tent, and a high waterproof rating (in mms)… 1,500mm waterproof ratings are pretty good. Also, pay attention to weight. Aluminum weighs less than fiberglass, but costs more also. A two person tent probably weighs around 15 lbs, and you and your wife can split this weight (she takes tent, you poles) or you can pack it yourself, but weight is the largest factor (besides neccesities) when hiking.
Alright, now that we have the major equipment out of the way, here are some neccessities.
-First Aid Kit and maps or knowledge of area, or GPs
-Flashlight w/extra batteries and lantern would be nice
-Good all-purpose knife/survival knife
-water purification pump AND purification pills… start out with at least 1/2 gallon of water each
-Waterproof matches AND waterproof lighter (just in case)
-Lightweight stove. Sporting good store can recommend good ones for backpacking.
-Food: lightweight, non-perishables, such as top ramen, energy bars, canned food, chocolate. Fatty foods are good to have in the woods since you will be burning a lot of calaries. They say one of the best things you can eat if your lost is butter. You may burn 3,000 or more calaries a day, so don’t try to go on a diet right then. I recommend some type of powder flavoring for water… it doesn’t always taste great when used with purification pills.
-Dish soap, eating utensils and backpacking pots. They usually come in a nice kit that doesn’t take up much space. Look on Cabela’s or at a sporting goods store.
-TOILET PAPER
-Permits. You usually have to get permits to camp in public parks/Forest Service land. You go to the closest Forestry office to pick these up. These are important if for no other reason than if you don’t come back when your family expects you, they know where to start looking.
-Bear spray
-Clothes that can be layered, gloves, beanies, good hiking boots and tennis shoes if you dont mind the extra weight (for camp).
Recommended Supplies:
-Cell phone or handheld CB at least
-Camera (for obvious reasons)
-Rope(hang your food away from camp so predators dont get into it).
-Insect repellant/sunblock
There’s probably more that I am missing, but those are the most important. The most important thing to do when going camping is to tell at least two responsible people you know where you’re going, and give them a timeframe for coming back. Also I recommend you both take a First Aid Course… they are usually free and something could go wrong quickly (although unlikely) in the forests… snake bite, broken leg, heat stroke, hyperthermia, bear attack, drinking bad water (always purify or boil for five minutes… & retrieve from running water source. If impossible to purify, find area where water is “falling”… it’s usually cleanest there).
I’m not trying to scare you away and you guys will probably have a blast, but definately be prepared.
How to Select a Good Camping Tent
Before you head out on your next trip to the great outdoors you will need to check whether you have all the right camping gear to make the occasion a memorable one. Camping is a wonderful experience and one that is enjoyed by people of all ages if you’re properly outfitted and have all camping gear you’ll need.
Whether you are heading into the wilderness or planning to tent camp at an organized camp ground, having the correct equipment will ensure you are ready for any eventuality and situation. A quality tent should be at the top of the list. These are available in a dizzying array of shapes, designs, and sizes. It’s imperative you choose a tent that can accommodate the number of people who will be accompanying you on the trip or have more than one tent depending on the situation and how many people want to sleep under one roof.
Before you start looking for a camping tent, decide how much you’re willing to spend.
Types of Camping Tents:
Camping tents are classified using three ratings: 3 season, 4 season, and all season. The 3 season tent works well except for cold weather conditions, the 4 season tent is designed for extreme cold temperatures, and the all season tent is generally thought of as a family or car tent. Most cabin tents are all season tents.
Besides the seasonal classification, there are also backpacking tents and regular tents.
Backpacking tents are light-weight and are fast and easy to set-up. The largest backpacking tent I would recommend would be a 3 man tent. This would give 2 people plenty of room and not be too heavy to carry in your backpack. Regular tents are used for
car/truck camping where you drive to a campground and don’t have far to set-up your campsite.
What’s the right size of camping tent (not a backpacking tent)?
The size and weight of a tent doesn’t matter, just as long as you’re able to carry it from you car or truck to the campsite and it fits in your vehicle along will all your other camping gear.
Tent capacity is based on the number of people who can sleep in one. For example, a 2 man tent will accommodate 2 people and have very little storage space. A good rule is to buy a camping tent that has a capacity rating of 2 people more than the number who will be using it. This will provide enough space to spread out a little and store your gear, too. If you’re doing family camping, the multi-room tents work great. Multi-room tents come in 2-room styles, where the rooms are separated by an inside tent wall with a zippered door. The 3-room design has the 2 room, plus an added screen room, which is great for storage and for changing clothes, playing games, etc.
Other features to look for are:
A rainfly to keep the rain out
Folded seams and double stitching to help keep rain out
A one piece waterproof tub floor keeps water out
Noseeum meshing to keep insects out
Heavy duty zippers that hold up with frequent use
If it rains while you’re camping or your tent is damp when you strike camp, you’ll want to set-up the tent in your yard to air it out when you get home. This helps prevent mildew and mold.
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