Tag Archives: camping gear

Zero gravity loungers have been around for a while now. They’re meant to distribute your weight evenly, ensuring maximum relaxation, and they’re effective. The fully reclined position reduces stress on your heart and increases blood circulation. Their design hasn’t changed ...

Best Multi-Tools For Camping Few camping tools are as useful as the trusty multi-tool. Whether you need a screwdriver, a can opener, a knife, or a pair of pliers. These reliable tools provide a variety of functions, so you can ...

We love testing out new gear on 50 Campfires Field Trips. It is, in fact, one of the main reasons we head out on the road in the first place. Every year outdoor gear companies innovate in exciting ways, and ...

Duct tape isn’t the only way to fix camping gear. Don’t get me wrong, I love duct tape. It works well for many things, but these days there are so many great products that work better for specific scenarios. The ...

The annual Summer Outdoor Retailers Show is the largest gathering of outdoor gear and apparel manufacturers anywhere. It’s where the manufacturers unveil new products to the outlets that will sell them … and to the media. 50 Campfires always attends ...

Welcome to the GEARBOX! Every month we showcase the gear that rolls through the 50 Campfires headquarters – and there’s a LOT of it. We pick our favorites and tell you what we like, and who we think needs it. Catch ...

Did you, or do you, play Tetris? Could there be any better training for packing the back of your SUV for a family camping trip? No matter whether you’re a couple headed for a long weekend or a family on ...

Star gazing, hiking on the Appalachian Trail, white-knuckle drive up Mount Washington, camp cooking, shopping spree at L.L. Bean, hunting down the world’s best s’mores, sunrise watching, hiking, hiking and more hiking. When you schedule a week this jam-packed full ...

Setting Up Camp For Rain Ever notice among your friends or co-workers the campers exhibit certain traits that make them standout? One sure sign he or she is headed on a camping adventure in the weekend ahead is the increasing ...

The Coast Polysteel 600R is the newest member to the brand’s nearly indestructible line of waterproof flashlights. It’s the first one to provide more than just light. The Polysteel 600R comes with a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack that can ...