Tents and sleeping bags

Tents and sleeping bags

Tent with rocks and bushes

How to choose a tent

Use this advice to find the right tent for your camping goals.

Read more

People sitting near their tent and a campfire in the backcountry

How to choose a good tent site

Tips to find prime camping real estate when you set up your tent.

Read more

Person in sleeping bag

How to choose a sleeping bag

Get the scoop on temperature ratings, shapes, down vs. synthetic and more.

Read more

Person blowing up sleeping pad

How to choose a sleeping pad

Find out what to look for in terms of warmth, comfort and packability.

Read more

Spraying a sleeping pad to find the hole

How to store and repair a sleeping pad

It’s a quick fix if your pad springs a leak – learn how to patch it up.

Read more

Person pulling a sleeping bag out of the dryer and taking out tennis balls

How to wash a sleeping bag

Caring for your sleeping bag properly helps it last longer and keep you warm.

Read more

Close-up view of a person repairing a tent pole using a repair sleeve

Tent repair and care

Learn how to pack and store your tent, and do simple repairs for tent poles.

Read more

Related articles

See more articles