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Founder's Favorites: George's Camping Gear Picks
July 2, 2024
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Welcome to "Founder's Favorites," where we highlight some of the top camping gear handpicked by George, one of the co-founders of Stacked.camp.
Whether you’re a seasoned camper or just starting out, these items have been tried and tested in the great outdoors, ensuring you’re equipped with the best. Let’s dive into George’s picks and discover why these items should be on your camping checklist.
Shelter: Eureka! Suma Backpacking Tent
Choosing the right tent is crucial for a successful camping trip, and the Eureka! Suma Backpacking Tent is George’s top pick for a dependable and straightforward shelter. Perfect for solo adventurers, this tent combines practicality with durability, making it an excellent choice for both car camping and backpacking.
Lightweight and Easy Setup: Weighing in at just over three pounds, the Eureka! Suma is incredibly light, which is essential for backpackers looking to minimize their load. Its simple design allows for quick and effortless setup, so you can spend more time enjoying your surroundings.
Weather-Ready: The rain-fly provides excellent coverage, ensuring you stay dry even in heavy rain. It also creates a small porch area where you can store your shoes and backpack, keeping them out of the elements and within easy reach.
A reliable daypack is a must for any hiker, and the Gregory Zulu 30 Daypack stands out for its comfort and functionality. This pack is designed to handle a variety of hiking conditions, providing ample storage and convenient features.
Thoughtful Design: The Gregory Zulu 30 is equipped with accessible side pockets, making it easy to grab items without removing the pack. The built-in rain cover ensures your gear stays dry in sudden downpours, and the waist strap zipper pockets are perfect for storing small essentials like snacks or a phone.
Hydration Ready: While there’s a dedicated slot for a hydration system, George prefers the separate interior pocket, which offers versatility for different types of adventures.
Cooking in the wilderness is a breeze with the Eureka! SPRK+ Portable Butane Camping Stove. This stove is designed to make outdoor cooking simple and efficient, allowing you to prepare meals quickly and easily.
Wind Resistant: The stove’s design effectively blocks wind, ensuring your flame remains steady and your food cooks evenly. This feature is particularly useful in windy conditions where other stoves might struggle.
Ease of Use: Perfect for overlanding, the Eureka! SPRK is easy to set up and start cooking on, making it an excellent choice for campers who want a hassle-free cooking experience.
Footwear can make or break your hiking experience, and the Merrell Moab 3 Waterproof Hiking Shoes are George’s go-to for reliable and comfortable trail shoes. These shoes are designed to handle various terrains while keeping your feet comfortable and protected.
Comfort and Breathability: Lightweight and breathable, the Merrell Moab 3 ensures your feet stay cool and comfortable, even during long hikes. The shoes feature mesh openings that allow air to circulate, helping to keep your feet dry.
Quick Drying: While they are labeled as waterproof, these shoes excel at drying quickly, making them perfect for wet conditions. The design allows water to escape and air to flow, speeding up the drying process.
A versatile and durable knife is an essential tool for any camper, and the Morakniv Companion Fixed Blade Outdoor Knife fits the bill perfectly. George recommends this knife for its excellent performance and visibility.
Perfect for Firewood: This knife is great for splitting small logs and kindling, acting like a mini-axe. All you need is another piece of wood to use as a mallet.
Durable and Visible: The stainless steel blade ensures the knife remains sharp and durable, while the bright orange handle makes it easy to find, even in low light or among the underbrush.
Headlamp: BLACK DIAMOND Equipment Spot 400 Lumen LED Headlamp
Lighting is crucial for any camping trip, and the BLACK DIAMOND Spot 400 Lumen LED Headlamp is George’s top choice for reliable illumination. This headlamp is designed to withstand the rigors of outdoor use, providing bright and adjustable light in various conditions.
Robust Design: The headlamp is built to handle drops, smacks, and exposure to water and dirt. Its durable construction ensures it remains functional even in tough conditions.
User-Friendly: With intuitive button mechanics, the headlamp is easy to operate, even with gloves on. It offers dimming capabilities and a red-light mode, allowing you to adjust the brightness and avoid attracting bugs.
First Aid: Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight Watertight Medical First Aid Kit
Safety should always be a priority when venturing outdoors, and the Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight Watertight Medical First Aid Kit provides essential medical supplies in a lightweight and waterproof package. This kit is perfect for hikers and backpackers who need reliable first aid supplies without the extra weight.
Essential Supplies: The kit includes all the essentials for treating common injuries and ailments, ensuring you’re prepared for minor emergencies.
Lightweight and Waterproof: Weighing only a few ounces, this first aid kit won’t weigh you down, and its waterproof design keeps the contents dry and ready for use.
Bonus Item - Sat Phone: SPOT X with Bluetooth 2-Way Satellite Messenger
For those who venture into remote areas, having a reliable means of communication is crucial. The SPOT X with Bluetooth 2-Way Satellite Messenger offers peace of mind with its robust features and reliable performance.
Reliable Communication: The SPOT X allows for two-way messaging, ensuring you can stay in touch even in areas without cell coverage. It’s an essential tool for safety and communication in remote locations.
Durable and Long-Lasting: The device is waterproof and features a long-lasting battery, making it perfect for extended adventures. A subscription is required, but the peace of mind it provides is invaluable.
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