The Camping Addict

posted by Simon on Mar 31

Dutch Oven

With the Lodge Logic Pre-Seasoned Tri-Leg Dutch Oven you can suspend the pot over a fire with the use of a tripod or set it right in the hot coals after the fire has died downt. Three legs on the base enable you to set the pot down on a level surface without charring it. The special ultrahigh temperature curing process at the foundry gives these ovens a blackened patina finish.

Try inverting the lids for use as makeshift griddles! These Dutch ovens are pre-seasoned and ready to use. Available in a 2-quart (8″ dia., 2-7/8″ depth), 4-quart (10″ dia., 3-1/2″ depth, 15 lbs.), 6-quart (12″ dia., 3-3/4″ depth, 20 lbs.) or 8-quart (12″ dia., 5″ depth, 23 lbs.). Prices range from $39.99 to $69.99 depending on size.

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posted by Simon on Mar 31

Outdoor Research Exped DownMat

If you are looking for a sleeping mat that can handle all four seasons, especially the dead of winter, then consider the award-winning Outdoor Research Exped DownMat 9 and 9 Deluxe. The 31⁄2″-thick mats come with down insulation that effectively stops the frozen ground from getting to you.

They are lightweight and compressible and roll up to a pack-friendly size which is definitely a huge plus when repacking to get back out on the trail. Both mats come with an integrated pump for quicker inflation/deflation time. The Down Mat 9 retails for $160.00 and the 9 Deluxe mat for $180.00.

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posted by Simon on Mar 31

Ultimate Survival Kit

Here are all the survival tools you need in a crushproof and watertight case. The kit includes BlastMatch™ fire starter which is a one-handed tool that generates intensely hot sparks with minimal effort. This fire starting system holds up for thousands of strikes. The sparks that it gives out are three times hotter than a standard match.

This advanced design features a spring-loaded rotating spark bar. The WetFire pack of two tinder cubes burns over 1,300 degrees and is the best fire starting material available. Also included are the StarFlash® Ultra scratch-resistant signaling mirror; the SaberCut saw with bi-directional teeth and a freezeproof JetScream™ high-decible whistle all bundled inside a 6-1/2″L x 3-3/8″W x 1-5/8″D hard carry case. $69.99. Available at Cabelas.

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posted by Simon on Mar 30

Tour Recycled Lumbar Pack

Mountainsmith introduces the Tour Recycled, an eco-friendly redesign of Mountainsmith’s classic Tour lumbar pack. It is loaded with the same great features found on the original Tour lumbar pack except the Tour Recycled utilizes an innovative fabric made entirely of 100% recycled plastic beverage bottles. Sporting 488 cubic inches of carrying capacity and a waistbelt that has a wide wrap-around style that incorporates Mountainsmith’s patented Delta Compression System to transfer weight into the lumbar region for an evenly distributed load.

It is lined with an elastic mesh fabric and features three separate compartments and two additional storage pockets for organizational options. The adjustable mesh side pockets feature a bungee closure and can hold 32 oz. water bottles. A bungee attachment on the front of the allows you to pack a lightweight jacket, sweatshirt or additional gear. Available in your choice of color options. Retails for around $69.95

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posted by Simon on Mar 30

Taylor’s Beach Campground, outside of Detroit, is family owned and operated by the Taylor family for over 50 years offers and offers affordable family camping with seasonal, monthly, weekly and overnight campsite rentals. It’s a nifty place for your family and friends to have fun and enjoy time together. RV rentals available for just $79 per day or $299 per week.

If “roughing it” is more your style then check out this deal: if you camp 2 or more nights, Sunday through Thursday you will receive the 3rd night free.Holidays excluded. New customers only. Not valid with any other offer. Only one discount per customer and offer valid through 2009. There are tons of new and improved activites and entertainment for families like the new swim area, indoor/outdoor movie screen, lovely wooded hiking trails, just to mention a few. They are located in Howell, Michigan on Cook Lake.

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posted by Simon on Mar 30

Roadman Campers

Roadman Campers are lightweight motorcycle campers which are designed to be towed by a small or large motorcycle or even small car. The 38 inch wide trailer body corresponds with the standard width of most handlebars. These motorcycle campers are a great way for bikers to travel or camp. The lightweight design (225 lbs) makes it simple and safe to be used with almost any size cycle.

There is 15 cubic ft of storage space inside the camper and additional carrying space is available on the luggage rack for all your camping gear and other essentials. This camper is configured to be used as a camper or a trailer and includes: trailer, tent & storage bag, tent hardware & storage bag, bed platform (mattress not included), and awning ropes & stakes. Retails for $3,195.00

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posted by Simon on Mar 29

Porta Chef

The compact Porta-Chef provides quick-fire cooking power and is a self-igniting cooker that puts out 7,000 BTUs of instant heat. The Porta-Chef makes a handy spare burner at backyard barbecues, but is also the ideal camping item measuring just 13.3″ x 11.2″ x 3.4″ and weighing 4.4 lbs.

It comes with two-step flame control, cast aluminum burner head, safety device and built-in wind screen with pot supports as well as black baked enamel finish. Accepts most 8-oz. butane cylinders (sold seperately). Included is a plastic carrying case. Retails for around $39.99- stove only.

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posted by Simon on Mar 29

Quick Clamp Canopy

The Quick Clamp Canopy is ideal for those times a stand-alone pop-up shelters are just not practical. It can turn most surfaces into a mounting point for this easy-up canopy. The omni-directional mounting system makes for easy attachment to numerous surfaces. It fits tables up to 10-ft. long to provide up to 70 sq. ft. of shelter from sun and even light rain.

The vertical adjustment reaches 9 ft., so even the tallest users will have no trouble walking around. The polyester fabric cover has been UV treated and is both water and mildew resistant. The high-impact, injection-molded connectors will hold up for years of use. This set includes all mounting hardware plus a tough nylon carry bag and step-by-step instructions. Retails for around $119.00

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posted by Simon on Mar 29

Trekker Cyprus

The space in this 144 sq. ft. Trekker Cyprus tent makes it the perfect choice for family camping outings. It can sleep up to eight people in the interior complete with a sewn-in room divider. The 1,000mm waterproof-rated rain fly is seam-taped to keep the elements out and attaches rapidly with the SR buckle system. Ventilation is made available with the mesh side and rear windows. The walls are fabricated from tough, durable 800mm waterproof-rated 185T polyester taffeta.

Set up is fast and easy with the pin and ring system, 8.5mm fiberglass crossing pole and 12.5mm and 22mm steel upright poles with plastic elbows. The 6-ft. x 10- ft. screened entrance space is great for storage or lounging. There are extra guy lines for added security in high winds and inclement weather. The tent comes complete with a 600-denier polyester carry bag with handle and padded carry strap. Retails for around $249.99

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posted by Simon on Mar 28

Cocoon SeaCell travelsheets

These versatile Cocoon SeaCell travelsheets are great as a warm weather sleeping bag or used as a rectangular sleeping bag liner. It is compact and lightweight making it ideal to bring to hotels, youth hostels, boats, planes, trains, or anywhere else you travel.

SeaCell is an exceptional fiber made of cellulose and seaweed that is good for your skin and health as it contains seaweed and antimicrobially effective silver. This new fabric developed by COCOON mixes the well-known advantages of silk (50%) and cotton (35%) with the skin-friendly, antibacterial and fungicidal functions of SeaCell (10%) and SeaCell Active (5%). This unique travel sheet retails for around $75.00.

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