Camping Equipment For The Great Outdoors

Camping is enjoying a tremendous renaissance. More and more people are getting back to nature, and enjoying breaks under canvas. A lot of this is down to the fabulous choice of camping equipment thats now available things have come a long way since the days of ridge tents and camp fire cooking.

Whether you are backpacking or staying on a campsite, you need to have the right outdoor equipment. This starts with the tent the cheapest holiday accommodation there is, especially if you buy online from us at Outdoor World Direct. Modern tents are affordable and easy to store, so many people invest in a large tunnel tent for the annual holiday, plus a couple of pop-ups for backpacking trips and festivals.
Nothing beats the sound of bacon sizzling first thing in the morning. Calor gas stoves have one or two rings, and are generally foldable. To avoid cooking at ground level, invest in a camp kitchen or the Camping Gaz Duo which has extendable legs. For backpacking, you could look at ultra-light stoves with disposable fuel cassettes. The Trangia has done away with gas canisters entirely, and comes complete with pans.

Youll need somewhere to eat of course; our camping equipment catalogue includes roll-up tables that can easily be carried in a backpack. There is also a similarly lightweight range of comfortable chairs, meaning you can go hiking in style.

With the unpredictability of the British climate its essential you pack waterproofs. However, its important you buy from a camping equipment store to avoid sweatbox rubber clothing or leaky seams. We at Outdoor World Direct sell a range of breathable, packable waterproof clothing for adults and kids, ensuring you keep comfortable and dry whatever the weather.
A good nights sleep is essential to any holiday, and your camping equipment should always include sleeping bags and mattresses. Today, the range of sleeping bags is enormous, and we only select the best. Mummy-style, square, double, extra large and all-season styles are just some of those available. If you dont like the feel of being enclosed, choose one that unzips completely, like a duvet.

Mattresses are equally varied. Inflatable airbeds continue to be popular, and some even have an integral pillow. Bed rolls are the fastest solution, though the foam must be thick to be comfortable. Folding camp beds are another option; the modern ones are light enough to carry on a backpack.

To really enjoy the great outdoors, you must have the correct footwear even if youre only walking to the shower block and back. Brasher are one of the leading names in traditional waterproof boots but you dont have to look like an army major. Merrell outdoor shoes have a lightweight, trainer appeal that will see you through all weathers. Hi Tec, meanwhile, have a variety of styles and offer excellent value for money.

These outlines are just the essentials of any camping equipment list. Most people start with the basics, and then add things as they go. You may find you want to invest in a Porta Potti, or electric hook-up, for example. We at Outdoor World Direct have everything you need right here, at superb prices.