TENTS CAMPING

Camping and RVing not only involves traction to a site, pitch a tent or hook and kick back – there are usually scheduled tasks, and means of travel. It seems as though every time we head out, someone brings a new piece of gear that wind up wanting, and it's a struggle to keep running after the trip and buy it. Not only is the cost of a factor – we cannot afford just any new gadgets and gizmos – but there are also considerations of space and weight. Also, I think all we can count the number of elements of collecting dust in the corners of closets and storage spaces.But every once in a while, a piece of equipment is to be truly revolutionary, a top-notch replacement or so useful that they end it's worth the money. Here are some that have earned a permanent place on our excursions:

 

Topeak Harpoon S2 Harpoon Master Blaster Bike PumpNot is only this time the bike pump we bring while we actually bike – is so small, it works fine attached to a bike, or hidden in a backpack – has replaced our plan, so pump. Automatically adjusts to fit Presta or Schrader valves, so there's none of that awkward unscrewing of plugs and pulling off the spongy Interior (and later drop all entrails in the dirt with dirty hands, etc., while you're on the trail), and doesn't stop right on. But the best part is that this little thing rocks on the inflation: not only send a large outbreak of air when pushing in, but even when you pull the handle. So the tire fills in no time and with virtually no effort, then a small child can do it. If you're worried, just switch to low pressure. It also comes with a needle attack to inflate balloons and footballs. buy it here: www.amazon.com, $ 23SteriPEN water purification system

If you've used the old iodine tablets or chlorine to Sterilise water when on a trip long backcountry, it is time to check out this system. Lightweight and economical in the long run, the unit uses ultraviolet light to kill bacteria and viruses in the water. Just stick at the end of the wand pen in water and wait until the light turns off, indicating that the water is clean. The pen claims to be 99.9% effective, which is as good as or better than any other system. Initially, the cost will seem prohibitive and at first I was skeptical about the use of the battery, but now that I've been using it for a year, I sold. Each set of rechargeable batteries is supposed to be good for between 50-75 liters of water, but I've actually gotten closer to about 80 (recently came out with a unit powered by hand, by the way, but I haven't tested). Bonus: Iodine and chlorine make the water taste icky. I have a friend who is so enamored of the SteriPEN, takes the small unit along each week when you train for a marathon. eGear collapsible Lantern float fishing and river rafters, other water bugs will appreciate this waterproof Lantern, but everyone who needs light at night and know that sometimes it rains, you want a small compact unit packs away easilyand it's nice when you can hook the thing about something with a strange angle will love it, too. The hook pulls out the handle, which is brilliant, and the light comes on as soon as it opens, then no fumbling around for a switch in the dark. Is 6 "and 3" around and it requires 3 AA batteries.The roadtripster is the handle of a long-standing ammirareun who travels the country with every means possible, sometimes in a campervan, sometimes car camping or in the backcountry, with children and without.

FAMILY TENTS FOR CAMPING