Quality, Budget-Conscious Camping Gear Kit
Our recommendations for camping gear that's high-quality, budget-conscious, and built to last.
We believe great gear shouldn't come with a great price tag, but it also shouldn't fall apart on your second trip. This kit rounds up our picks for budget-conscious campers who still want equipment built to last. A little more upfront gets you a lot more value in the great outdoors. Gear that's ready for every campsite, every season, every adventure.
Astral Designs
PFD Sandal M's (OG: $95 Sale: $42)
The PFD Sandal™ combines the secure and adjustable fit of Astral’s award-winning life jackets with the Balanced Geometry™ and legendary G Rubber™ grip of our world renowned Loyak™ water shoes. A purpose-built Thwart Pad provides comfort while wedging under raft thwarts, and allows the PFD Sandal™ to be cinched tight to run, jump, swim and climb in and around the river.
Gregory
Nano 16 ($69.95)
Pack a bit more for your every day with the Nano 16 daypack. This simple top-loading pack with a stylish outdoor design is ideal for all your trail and travel needs.
Crazy Creek
The Chair ($44.95)
A lightweight, portable, and affordable outdoor seat. This value-focused, occasional-use version of the iconic Original Chair, features integrated side adjustment straps, a water-resistant 600D polyester shell, closed-cell foam padding, and flat-bar fiberglass support stays.
Mountain Safety Research (MSR)
Elixir 1-Person Backpacking Tent ($289.95)
Ideal for newer backpackers and those who want a versatile, durable shelter, the Elixir 1 is easy to set up and super spacious.
Mountain Safety Research (MSR)
PocketRocket® 2 Stove ($49.95)
An ultralight, fast-boiling canister stove.
Therm-a-Rest
Z Lite™ SOL Sleeping Pad (From $49.95 to $59.95)
Lightest, most compact closed-cell foam pad with boosted warmth.
Therm-a-Rest
Boost 650™ 32F/0C Sleeping Bag (From $259.95 to $359.95)
Ultra-comfy warmer weather backpacking sleeping bag with adjustable shape and warmth. Each size (Small, Regular, Long) is also available in a Wide size, so you get the a bag that's the perfect fit for you
Yakima
RoadShower (OG: $499 Sale: $399.20)
Sandy feet, dirty paws, and mud slung bikes. The RoadShower is your trusty sidekick for the convenience of pressurized water in the middle of nowhere. Its dependable attachment to your vehicle or trailer allows you to roam freely. And, while you’re out having fun, the sun heats up the water in the tank. Check the thermometer and you can enjoy a hot sun powered shower, or blast off mac-n-cheese from campsite dishes.
Yakima
OverNOut 270 LG (OG: $999.00 Sale price: $599.00)
From epic expeditions in the middle of nowhere to the local trail, make your basecamp more comfortable with major protection from the elements; 270 degrees more to be exact. But this isn’t a geometry class, this is about taking it easy. Rain or shine, we got you covered.
