10 Best Camping Gear Innovations of 2013

If you think camping is an old fashioned activity you are wrong. The truth is that the advancements of technology have reached this field as well and more and more gadgets make their way into the life of campers.

Minimal Shoe

Minimal Shoe

The sole of this shoe is made of rubber pods which aren’t connected to each other. These are all attached to the sole of the shoe, making it the lightest outdoor shoe that you have ever seen.

Air Wind Shell

Air Wind Shell

There are two main characteristics that make this jacket unique: it weighs only 1.6 ounces and you can make it small enough to fit your backpacks’ front pocket. Besides this, it can also offer considerable protection against wind.

Speed Climber Pack

Speed Climber Pack

This backpack offers climbers all the features that they need while being light enough not to influence the climbers’ speed. The best thing about it is that it won’t bother the harness. One of the advantages of the backpack is that it comes with pockets on the strap so you will have the items you need at hand.

Rack Art

Rack Art

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While being more than useful for the campers who are never able to fit everything into their car, the product is also known for its design which resembles a piece of art. This way you can be sure that all your belongings will be in safe during the trip.

Cloud Kit

Cloud Kit

Why get only a windshell, when there is also a three piece set, which includes a waterproof jacket, a windshell, and an insulated puffy. These are the items that will keep you warm and dry in extreme weather. All three items put together weigh only 22 ounces.

Zipper-Less Tent

Zipper-Less Tent

If you would like to make sure that pitching the tent will go smoothly, you should give up your tent with zippers and go for this product that keeps every piece in place with the help of magnets. This means that there will be no more frustration and noise caused by the zippers.

Cooling Fabric

Cooling Fabric

This fabric comes with ring shape accents that are supposed to give people cooling effects when they are sweaty. Such fabric has been already used in case of shirts, hats, and arm sleeves. There are two companies using the fabric, Columbia and Mountain Hardwear.

Canned Cheeseburger

Canned Cheeseburger

Although this may sound crazy, people have to admit that they often find themselves craving a cheeseburger while camping. For such emergency situations they could have a canned cheeseburger that is fast and easy to prepare.

Mobile Hotel Rooms

Mobile Hotel Rooms

While some people go camping in order to get closer to nature, others would like to have all the conveniences of a hotel room even in the wilderness. If this is the case, you might want to give a shot to the mobile hotel room which will make sure you are comfortable when being on the road.

Doggie Homes

Doggie Homes

If you have a pet most probably you don’t want to leave them home alone while you are camping. In this case you should think about the inflatable dog house that will keep your dog warm and protected against the elements.