by Ross Burley | Mar 18, 2025 | Gear
After spending three frigid nights at -25°C during a February hot tent expedition in Temagami, I can confidently say the new Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT is a genuine game-changer for cold-weather camping. When my regular winter sleeping pad developed a mysterious...
by Elise Burley | Nov 30, 2023 | Gear
Ever woken up from a night in the tent feeling like you slept on a slab of ice? You’re not alone. The right camping mattress or sleeping pad can make all the difference between a night of blissful slumber and one of chilly regret. What is R-value and why does it...
by Elise Burley | Nov 22, 2023 | Winter camping
Sorry to burst your bubble, but you can’t use just any old camping mattress or sleeping pad in cold weather, If you’re planning a winter camping trip, you’re going to need a mattress or pad with an R-value of at least 4, preferably 5. R-value is a...
by Elise Burley | Mar 23, 2023 | Gear
One of the worst parts about camping is that you can’t always guarantee a good night’s sleep. If you already suffer from back pain, the idea of going camping can seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. What the science says about camping mattresses...
