#camping gear

Does anyone else think the blackout tent is a non-negotiable for sunny Aussie summers?

Is a diesel heater worth the weight for off-grid caravan life or just overkill?

Would you switch from a gas-guzzling RV to a towable camper van for weekend trips

Hard shell vs soft shell rooftop tent — which is actually better for full-time travel?

Is an expensive down sleeping bag actually worse than a cheap synthetic one in real-world conditions?

Should you ditch your tent forever—or is caravan life just glamping for people who can't handle real nature?

Do you genuinely need a 4x4 for a proper camping trip, or is it just for show?

Are expensive caravans actually worse built than budget ones?

What’s your take on the best camping setup for real comfort off-grid?

Has the £100 tent been replaced by AI weather planning tools?

With AI mapping out the perfect route, are paper camping maps obsolete?

Do you still trust weather apps for wild camping after the recent forecast flops?

Modern RVs are over-engineered junk—is old-school DIY camping the only way to survive off-grid?

Would you ever trust a budget tent for a week-long hike in rough UK weather?

Are you still buying a $1500 tent with rising cost of living hitting your kid’s camping gear?

Are rooftop tents a genuine upgrade or just an Instagram status symbol for pavement campers?

Has the new REI trade-in deal changed how you upgrade your tent?

Are high-end caravans just overpriced marketing fluff, or do they actually deliver on durability and comfort?

Do AI camping apps actually improve your outdoor experience or just complicate it?

Are you still trusting old gear after the latest price hikes hit camping essentials?