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Hiker Micro Crew Cushion Socks
Midweight merino hiking socks that sit just above a boot collar, with terry cushion underfoot. People pick them for fit, durability and Darn Tough's lifetime guarantee.
Apparel
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PreCip Eco Rain Jacket
An inexpensive, light rain shell with pit zips and a hood that rolls into the collar. People pick it as an affordable, packable jacket for everyday rain and casual hikes.
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Nano Puff Jacket
A light synthetic insulated jacket with 60 g PrimaLoft fill that packs into its own chest pocket. People pick it because it stays warm when damp and works on the trail and around town.
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Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Crew
A midweight, 100% merino wool long-sleeve base layer with a slim fit and flatlock seams. People pick it for warmth on cold mornings and because it can be worn for days without smelling.
Coffee
Pour Over Coffee
Single-serve Vietnamese coffee packets with a built-in paper filter that hooks over your mug. People pick them for real brewed coffee at camp with no press, cone or cleanup, just hot water.
Instant Coffee
Single-serve packets of dark roast instant coffee that mix with hot or cold water. People pick it for a very strong caffeine hit in a flat packet that weighs almost nothing in a pack.
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Ultralight Java Drip
A fold-flat nylon mesh pour-over cone with three clip-on legs that sit on top of your mug. People pick it because it brews real ground coffee for less than half an ounce and about eleven dollars.
First Aid
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Ultralight / Watertight .7 First Aid Kit
A small first-aid kit with a waterproof inner bag inside a water-resistant outer pouch. People pick it for day trips and short overnights where a dry kit matters, like paddling.
Food Storage
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BV500 Journey Bear Canister
A large, clear, hard-sided bear canister with a tool-free screw lid. People pick it for longer trips in bear country, and for parks that require a canister, because it holds a lot of food for its weight.
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Major Bear-Resistant Bag
A soft, bear-resistant food sack made of tightly woven UHMWPE fabric that you tie to a tree instead of hanging or carrying a hard canister. People pick it because it is far lighter and easier to pack than a canister.
Furniture
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Chair One (re) Camp Chair
A low, packable camp chair with a shock-corded aluminum frame and a fabric sling, packing into a 14 x 4.5 x 4.5 in bag. People pick it because it's comfortable for its weight and sets up in a minute.
Hiking
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Trail Trekking Poles
Three-section, adjustable aluminum trekking poles with FlickLock lever locks and EVA foam grips.
Kitchen
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Titanium Long Handle Spoon
A long, light titanium spoon made to reach the bottom of a freeze-dried meal bag or a tall pot. People pick it because it is cheap, nearly unbreakable and keeps their knuckles out of the food.
Lighting
Original Candle Lantern
A small collapsible aluminum lantern that burns one UCO candle behind a glass chimney, with a spring that pushes the candle up as it burns. People pick it for quiet, soft light at camp, a little warmth on cold nights, and light that needs no batteries.
Pack
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Exos 58 Pack
A light framed backpacking pack with a suspended mesh back that keeps air moving between you and the load. People pick it for multi-day trips when they want comfort and good ventilation at under 3 pounds, with the option to strip parts off to save weight.
Safety
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Bear Deterrent Spray
An EPA-registered bear deterrent spray from Counter Assault, sold here as the 8.1 oz canister with a belt holster. People carry it in bear country as a backup they can reach in a hurry.
Shelter
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Copper Spur UL2 Tent
A freestanding two-person backpacking tent that weighs under 3 pounds, with two doors, two vestibules and steep walls for headroom. People pick it because it is light but still roomy and well built.
Sleep
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Cosmic 20 Sleeping Bag
A 550-fill down mummy bag rated to 20°F, sold by Kelty as the Cosmic Down 20. People pick it because it is one of the least expensive real down bags, and it packs smaller than most synthetic bags at the same price.
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NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad
A 3-inch inflatable backpacking pad that weighs about 13 ounces and rolls up to the size of a water bottle. People pick it for a strong mix of warmth, comfort and low weight on trips where every ounce counts.
Stove
Flash Cooking System
An all-in-one canister stove: burner, 1-liter pot and insulated cozy that lock together and pack as one unit. People pick it to boil water for coffee and freeze-dried meals fast, with a push-button start.
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PocketRocket 2 Stove
A tiny burner that screws onto a fuel canister, with fold-out arms to hold your own pot. People pick it because it is very light, easy to use, simmers well and lasts for years.
Tools
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Wave+ Multi-Tool
A full-size, 18-tool Leatherman with pliers, wire cutters, two blades, saw, file and drivers. People pick it as the one tool that handles camp chores, vehicle fixes and gear repairs.
Water
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BeFree AC 1.0L Water Filter Bottle
A 1-liter soft flask with a filter built into the cap: dip it in a stream, screw on the cap and drink or squeeze. People pick it for fast flow, a wide mouth that fills easily and how flat it packs.
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Squeeze Water Filter System
A palm-size hollow-fiber filter that screws onto a soft pouch or a plain water bottle; you squeeze dirty water through it into a bottle or straight into your mouth. People pick it because it is light, fast, cheap to run and works three ways: squeeze, inline on a hydration hose, or as a gravity filter.