Camping and Backpacking GEAR thread

only twice, but for 2-3 days at a time. i thought about sealing the bottom. but then i could cut a new top for free with plywood in the garage. just keep in mind the stove will be at crotch level, snd within reach of lil kids. and it got pretty wet with dew, still no swelling.

 

i dont put hot things on it either. always use a pad under hot pans.

 

I use the 5' folding camp tables, which you can get at Costco and other stores. Sturdy, pretty darn heat resistant (use a trivot for really hot pans), and washes easily. Leave it out in the rain and don't worry about it. Heavier, but packs flat and can be laid down in the bed or stood on end. About $35.

 

theres also the folding table thats half solid plastic and half steel mesh. had a few on clearance at wally world..just too big for my pop up tho.

 

The lifetime brand ones?

 

Can you please link me

 

same table, availability might differ based on location?
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Lifetime-4-Fold-In-Half-Cooking-Table/49408130

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-4-Fold-in-Half-Grilling-Camp-Table/20463044


Lifetime also used to make a tailgate table that was a 4ft plastic with a folding mesh end piece.
https://www.wayfair.com/Lifetime-Ta...veZ1wCY0iTNIMXX-ECpaQGZ1JP3sQmCBoCWkYQAvD_BwE

 

Yes sir, that's the one. I just had visions of every time I put something on there it would fall thru the mesh..lol. I got that kinda luck, hence the screenname.

 

Yes

 

I always used a Therma-Rest pad. Do to illness my wife needed to get up off of the ground. A few years ago i bought this cot at Cabela's http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabe...rowse.cmd?categoryId=734095080&CQ_search=cots

I don't know how large a person you are but the size of the cot fits us well. You may need a larger model.

It was on sale and I had a discount coupon so it came to $50. They have the same model without the side organizer for around $50. They always have sales and coupons. We use the Trerma-Rest pad on to and it insulates from the cold air.

Benefit is that there is room under it for storage and helps keep things organized in the tent.
Can sit on it.
Easy set up and take down.

Packed it does take up more room.
Kinda heavy.

If you are staying in one spot for awhile they are great. If your traveling and moving to a new location the Therma_Rest pads or an air mattress is the better choice as far as I'm concerned.

 

I picked up their XL cot for $99 yesterday. A bit pricey, but it will be comfy for extended stays and like you mention, there's space under the cot for my gear. I have 2 thermarest sleeping pads, but they are pretty narrow. I'm looking into wider options like the Exped MegaMat.

 

I have had the XL cot for a wile. it's great. I used it for about 5 months straight when I remolded the house.

 

Camp pillows are like golf clubs & mattresses...ask 20 people, get 20 different opinions/answers.

So, I'm doing a remote fly-fishing trip in Alaska in August and need a good camping pillow (compressible).

I welcome any & all opinions/feedback.

 

I like the Sea to Summit Aeros Pillow

https://www.rei.com/product/866771/...MIxtHl2dCg1QIVkmV-Ch30pQNNEAQYAiABEgI0CvD_BwE

 

I roll up my catharts.

 

Not really gear related, bit sorta. Has anyone ever made coffee by using an egg instead of a filter? From what I read, the egg causes a chemical reaction to pull the bitterness out of the coffee and boost the caffeine (not really sure how caffeine can be boosted). It also holds the ground together so you can pour a clean cup of coffee.

https://www.eater.com/coffee-tea/2016/11/29/13769856/egg-coffee-scandinavian

My pour-over method is pretty simple with minimal cleanup (just throw the filter and grounds away), and produces a great cup of coffee when you use quality coffee grounds.

 

mmmmmm cuben fiber. Its like crack

 

Nah, they were acquired and its now Dyneema like the ropes, so more like heroin

 

Looking to buy a enflatable mattress for fo DCLB any suggestion is appreciated. And a mattress for a tent. I looked at Airbedz but I'm not totally sold.