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Bryan is the founder of The Outdoor Authority and an avid outdoorsman who has backpacked through South America, hiked in the Galapagos, and spent countless nights camping all across the United States.
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7 Best Sleeping Bags For Hammock Camping In 2023

March 21, 2023March 3, 2023 by Bryan Hunter

Get the perfect night’s sleep while hammock camping! Check out our roundup of the best sleeping bags to keep you comfortable, no matter the temperature.

a picture of geese flying. Geese are known for the warm down they produce which is one of the best insulators for camping gear

Down vs Synthetic Insulation (Which Is Best For YOU?)

January 25, 2023January 13, 2023 by Bryan Hunter

Are you debating down vs synthetic? Making the right choice can mean the difference between comfortably enjoying and barely surviving Mother Nature, so you’d better choose wisely. This guide will help you do just that.

11 Warmest Socks To Keep Your Toes Toasty This Winter

February 20, 2023November 30, 2019 by Bryan Hunter

When your feet are comfortable, you’re comfortable. It’s science. Avoid painful foot freeze with our round-up of the warmest socks for men and women.

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14 Best Down Jackets For Sub-Zero to Freezing Temperatures

February 22, 2023February 25, 2019 by Bryan Hunter

Whether you want to stay toasty on cold winter commutes or survive sub-zero backpacking trips, the best down jacket for you is on this list.

The Complete Osprey Farpoint 40 Review for the best travel backpack

Osprey Farpoint 40 Review: The Best Travel Backpack on the Market

February 7, 2023November 16, 2018 by Bryan Hunter

This in-depth (and honest!) Osprey Farpoint 40 review explains why this travel backpack is our pick for best value travel backpack.

types of sleeping bags

13 Types of Sleeping Bags: The Most Complete Guide on the Internet

March 21, 2023October 16, 2018 by Bryan Hunter

Whether it’s shape or temperature rating or insulation, there are many different types of sleeping bags. We review the 13 you need to know.

best cold weather sleeping bags for sub zero temps

9 Best Cold Weather Sleeping Bags (Sub-Zero & Extreme Cold)

March 21, 2023October 10, 2018 by Bryan Hunter

When temps are freezing to sub-zero your survival depends on staying warm. Check out our list of the best cold weather sleeping bags for extreme cold.

Truck Bed Camping: How-To, Tips, & Essential Gear

March 21, 2023October 8, 2018 by Bryan Hunter

Truck bed camping isn’t as luxurious as the RV life but affords more safety, security, and flexibility than regular ol’ camping.

survival tent

Best Survival Tent: 7 Best Tents for EVERY Situation

February 7, 2023August 18, 2018 by Bryan Hunter

The best survival tent will save you from bone-chilling cold and unrelenting rain. It’s a necessary part of your camping or hiking arsenal.

backpacking with a dog

The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking With Dogs

February 21, 2023July 27, 2018 by Bryan Hunter

Dog owners know the joy of sharing life experiences with their canine friends. If you’ve never gone backpacking with dogs, then this is the guide for you.

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