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Backpacker Magazine Editors' Choice Award Winners
Backpacker Magazine has announced their Editors' Choice 2008 awards. Get the best prices on the award-winning products from this year and previous years, and then head for the Great Outdoors!
Doggy Bag
Our friend's dog spent so much time camping as a puppy that she thought you always got zipped up with your owner to go to sleep. Once she hit 50 pounds, though, even the over-sized sleeping bag wasn't enough. Coleman, who wants to make sure everyone can get outdoors, has the answer with the fleece-lined sleeping bag for four-legged campers. The extra bonus is that, while dog beds generally aren't funny, a dog in... more
Vasque Boots for Your Adventures
We liked the first pair of Vasque boots we bought so much that we ordered another pair as soon as the first was delivered and inspected. This was partially driven by a killer sale, but these boots have endured desert, mountain, river, and ocean excursions. They're now ten years old and the only time they've failed us is the unfortunate day we packed only the left-foot boots of our identical pairs. Human failure aside,... more
Coleman Retro Rechargeable Battery Powered Lantern Family Size
A friend of ours lost power on four separate storm-driven occasions over the past 12 months, and most were multi-day outages. That's a lot of time to sit in the dark listening to your groceries defrost and/or spoil. She was saved by her camping gear, which provided light in the form of the Coleman Retro Battery-Powered Lantern. It beat candles or having to carry a flashlight everywhere. And, of course, it's useful to have... more
The North Face Elkhorn 0 Degree Sleeping Bag
Even if you're not attending this years Burning Man event, you can still take the advice found in its official 2009 Survival Guide. Because, let's face it, being unprepared is no fun, regardless of where you are. That's especially true when you're trying to get your full eight hours and find your sleeping bag just isn't warm enough. Mummy up with the North Face Elkhorn 0 Degree Sleeping Bag and you won't have to... more
Vermont American Tool Company SmartWool Hiking Sock
Sore feet and blisters can ruin any hiking or walking excursion, which is why it's so important to have the right footwear, and that includes socks. This Vermont American Tool Company SmartWool Hiking Sock uses merino wool to keep your feet dry and comfortable. The sock is very durable and will not shrink or itch. It can be worn all year long to keep your feet in good shape no matter what outdoor activity... more
Swiss Army Trekker Knife
We're a sucker for a good pocketknife, especially one with lots of handy tools and gadgets. This Swiss Army Trekker Knife has all the essentials without any bulk. It offers a serrated locking blade, Philips-head screwdriver, can and bottle openers, and even a small wood saw. It measures 3 ¾ inches, so it's small enough to fit into a purse or pocket. It's the perfect gift for the avid outdoorsman and outdoorswoman, or anyone... more
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 Tent (2008)
If you only go camping once a year, a basic tent from Target's probably all you need. But if you're a Serious Outdoors Type and camp a lot, you night want to check out the Big Agnes Copper Spur UL 3-person tent. Backpacker magazine says "you simply won't find anything else this light, roomy, and weatherproof." The 3-season tent sleeps 3 people comfortably, protects you from heavy wind and rain, and comes with the... more
GoLite Adrenaline Sleeping Bags (2008)
GoLite's Adrenaline sleeping bags have a trimmer mummy shape that ensures a close fit, warmth efficiency, and core temperature regulation. Available in men's and women's sizes, the lightweight bags are made with premium 800-fill goose down and are waterproof at the head and feet to protect against condensation. Choose bags rated to 0, 20, or 40 degrees. Backpacker says: "These sacks are warm like the Grand Canyon is big: You gotta experience it to... more
Gregory Baltoro 70 Backpack (2008)
You can pack up to 45 pounds of stuff into the Gregory Baltoro 70 backpack, and still have easy access of all of it, thanks to openings in the top, front, and bottom of the pack. More importantly, the pack's harness and suspension system are designed for superior comfort, with a padded waistbelt whose sides pivot independently to match your hips as they move. Says Backpacker, "it makes 50 pounds feel downright feathery."
GSI Outdoor Ultralight Dualist Cooking System (2008)
With the Dualist cooking system, everything you need for cooking for 2 people fits inside one pot, and the whole thing weighs just over a pound. The set includes 2 insulated cups, 2 bowls, 2 Sip-It tops, a 1.8-liter pot with a lid that has small holes for straining pasta, and a carrying sack that doubles as a sink or water-hauling container. Backpacker says: "The nine-piece cookset simply disappears into itself." The Soloist... more
