Camping
Spending the evening under the open sky (or below the roof of your tent) is one of the greatest joys of any outdoorsman. But you don’t have to be rugged to camp in comfort and enjoy time away from home. For all the best gear and advice on camping, The Manual has you covered.
How to sharpen a knife for camping: The ultimate guide
The last thing you want on your camping trip is for your knife to be blunt. Here's everything you need to know about sharpening a camping knife.
Layering outdoor clothing: Expert tips from a U.S. Special Operations Forces survival pro
Survival expert John Barklow was handpicked by the U.S. military to develop this field-tested, eight-piece system to help you survive almost any situation.
Essential camping gear: The best power banks for your trip
Losing charge on your device could mean that you no longer have access to maps or other important resources, so it's important to pack a great power bank.
The Grand Canyon might be raising campground prices for the first time in 20 years
The National Park Service hasn't raised fees for over 20 years, but as the Grand Canyon has increased in popularity, and so have the operational costs. Here's what that might mean.
5 camping rules everyone should know to become a great campground neighbor
Camping is more than just setting up a tent and spending time in nature. By learning unspoken rules of camping, you contribute to a positive outdoor culture.
AirPot is an ultra-portable inflatable toilet for doing “the doo” on the go
It's the size of a coconut and weighs a little over a pound, making it the perfect portable bathroom solution for vanlifers, overlanders, and car campers alike.
Insulating your tent for winter camping isn’t as hard as you think
In this article, we'll explore the various ways that heat can sneak away from your tent, as well as how to insulate a tent for winter camping.
Winter camping gear essentials: What to bring for the ultimate cold-weather trip
It can be difficult to figure out what to pack for a winter camping trip, but fortunately we've put together a great list to get you started.
Brabus’ first motorhome is a luxurious jet-black monolith fit for a supervillain
The 40-foot-long monolith features a massive 320-square-foot interior outfitted with smart TVs, heated bathroom floors, an oversized bedroom, and Starlink.
Camping in the rain? Here’s how to stay dry and comfortable
Getting into the great outdoors means exposure to the elements. Follow our top tips to avoid getting soaked when camping in the rain.
Seeing bear poop on the trail? Here’s what you should do
Here is everything you need to know about bear poop and what it means if you come across it in the middle of the woods.
This easy trick tells you which merino wool base layer is right for your activity
Among the essential pieces of gear for staying warm is a merino wool base layer, and one crucial factor to consider when choosing a base layer is its weight.
Your ultimate guide to delicious winter camping meals
Winter camping meals require a bit more preparation, but it’s worth it for the crisp, beautiful experience of camping during the most magical time of year.
Explore responsibly: Tips for leaving no trace in nature
Learn how to apply leave no trace principles to your next outdoor adventure. And the see you (responsibly) on the trail.
Fall camping made easy: How to ensure a great adventure
Keep your fall camping trips enjoyable and prepare for long nights outside with these camping tips.
The all-new Moonlander X is both and neither a truck camper and pickup hardshell
A "floating" bed/couch design leaves the entire truck bed available for gear storage, making this one of the year's best truck camper setups.
Backcountry Puffy Blanket is cozy enough for home, rugged enough for overlanding
It's lighter, more compressible, more affordable, and every bit as warm as down, even when wet. Meet your new outdoor adventure blanket.
Finally: Official details on the next-gen, Cybertruck-inspired CyberTrailer
With built-in Starlink, onboard water harvesting and recycling, and the potential for unlimited solar power, this could be a dream RV for digital nomads.
This tiny travel trailer transforms into a spacious, multi-room overlanding rig
Despite its teardrop silhouette, the Duo X off-road camper pops, slides, raises, and expands into a multi-room rig with all the comforts of home.
Dethleffs’ first-ever AWD camper bus is rugged, tricked-out, and trail-ready
The first all-wheel-drive RV from Germany's Dethleffs features a rugged, go-anywhere design with the company's typical spacious, luxurious interior.
Winter camping: Your life could depend on these life-saving tips
Keeping comfortable and toasty warm while camping in winter is not about packing more. It's about packing smarter. Here are some simple tips to help.
We tested Shine’s ultra-portable wind turbine, and you may want to rethink solar-powered outdoor gear
Shine's portable, 40-watt wind turbine is a compact, renewable energy generator that relies on wind to spin a turbine to produce electricity.
Haul your car camping gear smarter and faster with the Orion powered smart wagon
Hong Kong-based Litefar is leveling-up the old-school wagon design with a clever, AI-powered smart wagon capable of hauling up to 180 pounds.
This clever trailer is an all-in-one gear hauler and high-rise micro-camper
Built for maximum versatility, Hiker Trailers' Gear Loft is part gear hauler, part micro-camper, so you can tow all your favorite adventure gear to camp.
The all-new Caravan MyRoom isn’t the campervan you might expect from Nissan
Nissan turned its one-of-a-kind campervan concept into one of the most unique campervan models we've ever seen.
Spot X is a 2-way satellite messenger with Bluetooth — It’s 15% off for Prime Big Deal Days
The Spot X is a 2-way satellite messenger that uses GPS and Bluetooth to keep you in touch even out in the remote wilderness.
3 of the best camping meals for your next outdoor adventure
With just a bit of planning, you can fuel your adventures with delicious meals that are easy to prep, pack, cook.
Mercedes-Benz’s next-gen, factory-built electric camper vans are coming soon
The next generation of vanlife-worthy campervans will no doubt be electric, and Mercedes-Benz wants it to happen by 2026.
The best camping deals for Prime Big Deal Days to keep you warm and dry
These camping deals for Prime Big Deal Days are also excellent for RV life, outdoor adventures, or mixing it up in your backyard if you don't want to travel.
Hiker Trailers’ new ‘cube’ camper is the year’s most affordable teardrop trailer
The Highway Lite is stripped down to little more than a teardrop trailer "skeleton" to keep it lightweight, ultra-affordable, and completely customizable.
Uncharted Supply Co. X Yeti’s Overlander is the perfect offroad vehicle prep kit
The Overlander is an all-in-one vehicle preparedness kit that packs everything you need and nothing you don't into a single, "wildproof" gear box.
This wooden teardrop travel trailer is bike-towable, but there’s a catch
The unique, 150-pound bike-friendly i:woody features a few design elements that set it apart from almost every other teardrop travel trailer on the market.
Lots of REI outdoor gear is 50% or more off today — Tents, tools, packs, more
This REI outdoor gear sale on clearance and markdown items is insane. Discounts start at 50% off and go even higher than that. Don't miss out.
The best gear for tricking out your first ultra-luxe glamping setup
From portable outdoor living room sets to camp-friendly fridge/freezers to glamp-ready dinnerware—this is the best glamping gear worth buying in 2024.
The TentBox GO might be the lightest and easiest-to-setup rooftop tent on the market
With a featherweight design and dead-simple installation/setup, the TentBox GO might be the best entry-level rooftop tent available today.
The Bowlus Endless Highways 95th anniversary edition celebrates the past and the future
Bowlus releases of the Endless Highways 95th Anniversary Edition, celebrating nearly a century of innovation in the recreational vehicle industry.
The Tiffin GH1: A rugged and luxe yet surprisingly affordable off-grid camper van
Luxe RV maker Tiffin has thrown its hat into the camper van ring with the all-new GH1 — a rig that's rugged, cleverly designed, and surprisingly affordable.
The best portable grills: Our top picks for tailgating like a pro this season
Whether you're tailgating, car camping, or just hanging out in the backyard, these portable grills will serve all your alfresco cooking needs.
Airstream’s newest travel trailer offers same iconic look in a more towable body
The new Airstream Trade Wind 23FB features a versatile layout and four times more power potential than any other Airstream in a compact, easy-tow design.
