Gear guides, how-tos and recipes for campers and hikers.https://www.theweekendnomad.com/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-camping-lanterns/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-camping-lanterns/How to choose a camping lantern, with five popular models compared by brightness, power source and weight.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-daypacks-for-hiking/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-daypacks-for-hiking/How to choose a hiking daypack, with four popular packs compared by size, fit and features.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-headlamps-for-camping-and-hiking/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-headlamps-for-camping-and-hiking/How to choose a headlamp, with five popular models compared by brightness, battery type and weight.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-sleeping-pads-for-camping-and-backpacking/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-sleeping-pads-for-camping-and-backpacking/How to choose a sleeping pad, with five well-known pads compared by warmth, weight and comfort.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-trekking-poles-for-hiking/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-trekking-poles-for-hiking/How to choose trekking poles: folding or telescoping, cork or foam, carbon or aluminium, with four popular models.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-water-filters-for-hiking-and-camping/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-water-filters-for-hiking-and-camping/Filter or purifier? How to choose a backcountry water treatment system, with five popular options compared.Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/portable-refrigerator-buyer-s-guide/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/portable-refrigerator-buyer-s-guide/If you are preparing your offroad vehicle to go to remote places, a freezer is one of the most expensive and important pieces of equipment you will buy.…Thu, 05 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/choosing-a-portable-camping-hammock/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/choosing-a-portable-camping-hammock/Camping hammocks are a great alternative to sleeping in a tent. We'll show you what features to look out for when choosing the best camping hammock.Sat, 01 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/4-ways-to-make-camping-coffee/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/4-ways-to-make-camping-coffee/Let's face it, at the end of a long day hiking, a steaming cup of coffee can do wonders to lift the spirits. But with the space and weight considerations…Fri, 28 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/top-5-things-to-consider-when-choosing-binoculars/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/top-5-things-to-consider-when-choosing-binoculars/Finding the right binoculars for your needs can be tricky. Our buyer's guide walk you choosing the best binoculars for various outdoor activities.Fri, 28 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-hiking-boots-buyers-guide/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/best-hiking-boots-buyers-guide/The good old hiking boot has evolved over the past few years. Our buyer's guide highlights the features to look out for.Thu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/how-to-choose-the-best-camping-stove/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/how-to-choose-the-best-camping-stove/Cooking over a campfire is something special, but sometimes it’s just not practical. There might be a fire ban or you might just be hungry and don’t want…Thu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/lightweight-easy-pitch-backpacking-tents/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/lightweight-easy-pitch-backpacking-tents/We review the 8 best lightweight, easy pitch tents in this 2018 buyer's guide. All the features you should consider when buying a lightweight tent.Thu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/weird-and-wonderful-camping-gear/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/weird-and-wonderful-camping-gear/We have compiled a list of some weird and wonderful camping gear. From clever gadgets to unique camping gifts. Some might even be must have gear.Thu, 27 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/how-to-choose-the-best-sleeping-bag-for-camping-or-backpacking/https://www.theweekendnomad.com/buyers-guides/how-to-choose-the-best-sleeping-bag-for-camping-or-backpacking/We explain the features to look for when shopping for a camping or backpacking sleeping bag from temperature ratings, insulation types to shapes and size.Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT