SimpleReal camp cookware debuts as the first collapsible stainless steel cookware ever made. The sturdy, toxin-free one-liter pot compresses down to just 3cm thickness, making it a very packable option for backpacking and fast-light strike missions. A simple latch system holds it open and secure while in use, with silicone gaskets that make it 100% leakproof. A funded Kickstarter.
For campfires, grills, smokers, and more, RocketFire lights the fire in seconds. That’s what a propane torch will do. This one screws onto a standard MAPP or propane can and features a trigger ignition handle and a 20-inch wand for safety. The rocket-tip of the wand blasts an adjustable 25K BTU flame that will get you lit and burning with no delay. A funded Kickstarter.
Designed for all-weather warmth, the Culla Blanket from Crua is constructed using indestructible Graphene nanomaterial for adventure-worthy toughness. It features pockets for hands & feet & snaps into a sleeping bag or connects with other Culla blankets. Available in a variety of colors. Measures 55” X 79.” A funded Kickstarter.
The MFSS or Multi-Fuel Survival Stove is a compact & ultralight titanium backpacking stove that burns biomass like wood, twigs, & pinecones, cardboard, as well as denatured alcohol; 91%+ isopropyl, or even Everclear. as well as solid fuel tabs like Hexamine & PDW’s own Ti-Line Alcohol Burner Core fuel. Designed to fit & nest in most 500ML backpacking pots it’s a self-contained cook kit that weighs just 4.3 ounces.
The outdoor innovators at Snow Peak are experts in backcountry comfort and their new Living Lodge is a spacious hybrid that can serve as tent, group dining area, rainy day base camp, kitchen and more. The design features large mesh side windows for ventilation and wide triangular doors at the ends. All of it battens down to be fully weatherproof for shelter & comfort whether you’re glamping or deep in the wilderness. Available in 2 sizes.
For all those beaches, parks & places that don’t allow wood-burning campfires, the Ignik FireCan is a portable propane-powered fire pit that gives you a legal, low-emission alternative; that cozy campfire feel without a visit from the ranger. Made of heavy-duty steel, the collapsible “can” carries like an ammo box & features fold-out legs, 360º mesh to manage sparks & a quick-adapter to your fuel tank. Available Fall 2021.
Alpha Motor Company is an electric auto upstart with a long road ahead in its quest to build a market-ready ride. Nonetheless, the California-based design shop has been turning out some pretty radical renderings. The latest comes in the form of the AMC x Heimplanet Cloudbreak tent camper. Designed with the German inflatable tent maker, it is a fully enclosed shelter built for the AMC Wolf pickup. If & when the Wolf hits the streets, this tent will be a sweet upgrade.
The compact & lightweight BTR Camping stool from Hillsound weighs just 14-ounces but gives you a comfy 17” tall camp seat that’s much better than a rock. It’ll support up to 240 pounds and deploys in seconds flat with secure PhantomLock technology that secures the legs, so you can just pop it open & chill.
With a hardshell roof and dual opening wings, the TEDPop Double is a rugged rooftop tent with room to sleep 4. Instead of opening like a clamshell, this one pops straight up on gas-strut lifts while the dual side panels drop down to complete the simple process. The soft-sided tent is made of heavy duty canvas & features 360º windows.
The Ignik Gas Growler eliminates those small green propane cans we use around camp, replacing the single-use, landfill-bound cans with a much cleaner option: a portable, reusable, refillable propane tank that gives as much gas as 5 of those little green guys. It complies with DOT specifications to allow for safe transport in your car, SUV, RV, or boat and includes a four-foot hose that’s compatible with any heater or stove that accommodates the single-use green propane bottles.
Constructed of durable yet lightweight stainless steel and made in Kansas, the Pyro Camp Fire is a portable fire pit that’s designed for versatility. Large enough to burn 16” firewood, it features a removable mesh lid & ash catcher plus an optional grill kit—which in addition to a vented steel grill, includes tongs, spatula & a cutting board, to make the Pyro a true camping multitasker.
The Basecamp from Utah’s Uncharted Supply Co. is a complete survival kit for 4 based around Yeti’s virtually indestructible GoBox. It’s got everything your family of four could need: from first aid & PPE to shelter, tools, lights, and more. Perfect for home, RV, and post-apocalypse adventures.
Primus products were in the packs of Sir Edmund Hillary & Tenzing Norgay when they first summited Mount Everest. More than 60 years later, the brand is still a top choice of serious adventurers. Their Essential Trail Kit is a compact all-in-one cook set for 1-2 people. Weighing in at just over a pound with both stove & pot/pan combo, the stove outputs 8600 BTUs using standard gas canisters and the pot/pan measures a 4.6 X 5.7 inches.
When it comes to racks & carrying cargo, Thule is tops. For their latest creation, they teamed up with rooftop tent innovators Tepui. The Thule Tepui Foothill RTT gives you the comfort of a 2-person all-weather rooftop sleeper tent yet only takes up half of your roofrack. At just 27” wide when closed, it leaves room for your bike or even a kayak. Mounts to factory roof rails & weighs just 110 pounds for use on vehicles of all sizes. Available February 2021.
Japanese outdoor brand Snow Peak & Rumpl, the Portland-based maker of technical blankets have teamed up to create a special fire-resistant camp blanket. Constructed of Snow Peak’s own recycled FR ripstop with fire-resistant aramid, the Takibi blanket also features 100% post-consumer recycled NanoLoft insulation. Dimensions: 50” X 70”.
Level up your mobile coffee game with this pocketable, adventure-ready grinder. Designed to give you the freshest ground coffee absolutely anywhere you go, the Java grinder from VSSL is a durable, smartly designed unit. It features adjustable grind to perfectly match your brewing system & a clip & flip design for convenient carry. A funded Kickstarter.
Developed in Japan for optimal performance & portability, the Takibi Fire & Grill from SnowPeak features a packable, modular design for convenient, cozy gatherings, campfires & cooking just about anywhere. Constructed of stainless steel, the 5-piece system includes a Baseplate, the Pack & Carry fireplace, a grill net, & grill bridge. It all snaps together simply & breaks down to pack flat in the included carrying case. Weight: 31lbs.
The simplicity and smarts of Heimplanet’s inflatable-framed tents sparked a whole new outdoor category. And their original design, the Cave tent, is now available in a limited-edition Black Cairo Camo colorway. The lightweight 2-person dome sets up fast with no poles, plus features a waterproof Ripstop Polyester rainfly and a breathable Ripstop Nylon inner tent with lots of storage. The vestibule stores smaller things like your pack & shoes & keeps them out of the elements. A gear loft in the ceiling keeps things organized & off the floor.
The compact Double Tent Cot from Kamp-Rite gets you & your tent-mate up off the ground away from things like snakes, puddles, and half-buried boulders you’d rather not sleep on. The exterior is made of weather-resistant heavy duty 210D nylon and includes a rain fly. It sets-up and breaks down in seconds with a versatile design that allows you to transform the tent into a lounge, a chair, and a flat cot as well.
The Campster Chair from SitPack is a full-height go anywhere chair, designed to fold-down to the size of a water bottle for streamlined packing & portability. With its lightweight (2lb.) telescoping aluminum design, it pops up instantly to give you a 17” tall full-height seat. The seat is made of ripstop nylon and features a high backrest with mesh ventilation. Holds up to 300 pounds. A funded Indiegogo.
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