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Yeah, I’ve got a recommendation. It’s called a “tent.” Keeps rain and snow off your sleeping bag, doesn’t require a tarp or other sort of floor, and eliminates the need for a bivy bag when you’re ...

Serious campers, hikers and long-distance athletes know that one of the best ways to stay fit and healthy as you move through the wilderness is by getting a good night’s sleep. A bivy sack (“bivy” is ...

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A woman has come up with a novel way of helping rough sleepers survive the winter cold - by making sleeping bags from empty crisp packets. Pen Hutson, from Hastings, East Sussex, began ironing empty ...

From quick overnighters to extended backcountry trips, a minimalist shelter will keep your load light and your set-up double-quick. But which one to choose? We break down the pros and cons ...