What is the best sleeping bag with at least a -20 degree rating?

Posted: March 7th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , | 7 Comments »

I dont want a mummy bag. I want a compact rectangular sleeping bag. No more than 8 pounds. I want it to be a high quality sleeping bag without going over 0. One that will last for 8+ years while being slept in every night. I already know the difference of synthetic and Down bags. No need to explain. Thank You!!!


what kind of truck do I have to have to tow a 5th wheel?

Posted: March 6th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , | 4 Comments »

I want to buy a truck and put a cab cover thing on and wondered if I could use a closed bed truck to tow a 5th wheel or if I have to leave the bed open to connect the 5th wheel. I need a place to store camping gear when it isn’t being used.


What is the best way to spend $900 sight seeing the Northern Territory top End from Matranka to Darwin?

Posted: March 4th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , | 2 Comments »

What is the best way to spend 0 sight seeing the Northern Territory top End from Matranka to Darwin? I have my own camping gear.


Camping Christmas List?

Posted: March 2nd, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , , , | 4 Comments »

I’m asking for my own camping gear this year for Christmas (I usually borrow my parents) I have used their beige Coleman air mattress and it’s a piece of crap (have to reinflate it every night…) I’m looking for a new air mattress as well as a good sleeping bag. Any suggestions? Or any products/companies I should stay away from?


What should I be looking for in for in a white water raft?

Posted: March 1st, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , | 2 Comments »

I am looking for quality white water raft. I want it to hold up to 5 people and camping gear for a week. I am new at looking for qualities in the raft and don’t quite know what to look for.


Where is the best place to stay in Yosemit during January?

Posted: February 27th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , | 5 Comments »

I’m focused on location over ammenities and willing to pay 0 a night. I’m unsure if there is a cabin for rent in a great location or if you can rent camping gear for the night in a cool area in January. Also, how far is Yosemite from San Francisco in terms of driving distance? Thanks!


Why are most motorcycle trailers built on two wheels? What happens to a load based on a one wheeled design?

Posted: February 25th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , , | 4 Comments »

Im thinking of building one to pull behind a 150cc scooter to carry camping gear. I think it would track better as a one wheel design, similar to the old vespa and cushman designs. Any help would be greatly appreciated.


What is the best way to wash a sleeping bag?

Posted: February 23rd, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | 1 Comment »


How much would you guess a 3 horse steel living quarters trailer weighs?

Posted: February 23rd, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment »

A solid steel, 3 horse trailer with living quarters. BIG trailer, probably 30ft long. Horse area around 7×7 or maybe a little bigger.

If any of you have steel trailers and could make a weight guess, I just want to get a ballpark idea.

How much would it weigh empty? How much would you say it would weigh with three horses, loaded water tanks, and camping gear?


Coleman Hooligan 3 Tent Review

Posted: February 21st, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , , , , | 14 Comments »

inside and out tour of my hooligan 3 PLEASE comment and like!


what is a great way to fundraise money for a non-profit youth military program?

Posted: February 20th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , | 4 Comments »

My kids and I are involved in a Young Marine program and we are in serious need to purchase bdu uniforms, camping gear and items to be raffles at an upcomming young marine graduation, and we are in search for donation of items or money. Does anyone know where we could start and/or what we should do? Maybe even how to get Sponsor’s, everyone can check the web site to show that we are lagitimate, just ask to see the website. Thanks…


looking for good semi primitive camping in norcal redwoods, any suggestions?

Posted: February 18th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , | 1 Comment »

looking to spend two nights tent camping somewhere that we won’t see other people (i.e. no pull-up camping next to rv’s) semi experienced campers (with a dog) who are traveling cross country and won’t have much gear.


My camping gear, one can never be to careful, can I? What do you think of it?

Posted: February 16th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments »

X2 Magnesium bars with flints
x2 boxes of matches
1 waterproof container with matches
Around 12 iIlumisticks
Water purification tablets
x3 small knives
Seven tools pocket knife
Multi-tool (Which contains a knife as well)
Dust mask
Small first aid kit (Need to upgrade it)
Wires
Can lids (I know how to make fishing hooks)
Nilon line
Pen and pencils (To write down my sorrows and take notes)
Compass
Magnifying glass "Fire making also can be used to study plants before eating)
Plastic bags (Must update to orange instead of black)
Few random pieces of dry wood (For fire just in case)
Tinder sticks
Bug repellent
Bug bite ointment
Big 12 inch jungle master knife
Small axe (Makes wood gathering easier)
Orange blanket (Orange a bright color.. Itcan be used to keep warm and to signal with for rescue)
Extra pair of socks
9 volts battery
Steel wool
bucks

Things to add:

Coins
Sleeping bag
tent
Fishing gear
Rope
Map

I will admit that the gear is getting quite heavy


Is it dangerous to use an old propane canister?

Posted: February 16th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , | 1 Comment »

I have a full canister and a half of one that I found in a closet with my old hiking gear. They are about 10 years old. (These are the small canisters used for camping and cooking). Are they still safe to use?


what is the highest rear end gear ratio rcomended for 72 chevy truck?

Posted: February 14th, 2011 | Author: | Filed under: Camping Gear | Tags: , , , , , | 6 Comments »

Bought a 72 c/20. I will be using it for camping. I will not be pulling anything and will have it on the highway quite a bit. increasing the rear end gear ratio is more cost effective than purchasing a 5 speed trany. What would be the highest ratio i could go with? I want better top speed and fuel economy for long trips
Thanks