Cooking outdoors requires the right heat source and the correct cookware. In this guide, you’ll learn how to choose the best camping cookware for your trip (6 factors). I also include cooking tips, accessories, and safety gear. Best Camping Cookware for Hikers and Campers: Buyers Guide You’re about to go on a hiking adventure. So, [...]
So you’re going camping and need to avoid eating raw meat and drinking cold coffee? Lol, perfect! In this guide to the best camping stoves, you’ll learn about six factors to consider when buying a camp stove, the pros and cons of tabletop, and freestanding stoves. We also share our picks for the best camp [...]
You’re excited about your upcoming camping trip and hoping for sunny skies. But what if it rains? Don’t worry, in this post, you’ll learn how to waterproof a tent, plus we’ve included 6 tips and tons of tricks that will keep you dry. How to Waterproof a Tent: 6 Tips [Plus Tons of Tricks] to [...]
If you love camping and being dry, then you’re in the right place. In this post, you’ll learn how to choose the best tarp for your needs, our picks for the best camping tarps, plus how to set up and care for them. Campers Guide to the Best Camping Tarps Your tarp is your first [...]
Poorly staked tents are one of the most common camping fails. It will take the fun out of your trip in just one windstorm. In this post, you’ll learn how to stake a tent with beginner and pro tips. More reading: Guide to Setting Up a Tent in the Rain How to Stake a Tent [...]
As technology improves and prices come down, binoculars are increasingly popular for hikers and birders. Learn about the best compact binoculars in this post. Before you head out on your hike, you need to decide on which binocular model you’ll choose. I include a guide (with videos) that explains the basic factors to consider when sorting [...]
Underwear. Everyone wears them – nothing embarrassing here. In this guide, you’ll learn about the best underwear for hiking, including the top 5 features (buyers guide) and the best hiking underwear for men and women. Best Underwear for Hiking: Guide to the Unmentionables Are you tired of the coming back from a hiking trip chaffed? [...]
Winter camping presents an amazing opportunity for adventure. In this post, you’ll learn how to choose the most important piece of gear: your tent. You’ll find the best winter camping tents – and a guide to choosing the right one for you. Our choices include lightweight, insulated and even one ready to install a wood [...]
Camping in a tent is fine. But hammock camping is faster and easier. In this post, I share the 12 best camping hammocks for beginners. These are easy to setup, solidly made, and a reasonable price. The three best picks are highlighted right at the top of the post. Campers rejoice! Ultimate Guide to Camping [...]
Biting bugs will take the fun out of any outdoor adventure. In this post, you’ll learn about the best electronic bug repellents and killers – including battery and corded options. These are great for camping and backyard living – killing or repelling mosquitoes, black flies, gnats and more. Have young children? Here are the best [...]
Welcome to GudGear!
Hi! We’re Bryan and Dena and we LOVE to be outdoors. We’re travel bloggers and amateur photographers.
Join us as we share the best tips and resources for your next outdoor adventure!
Outdoor skills: Learn about navigation skills, tick facts, hammock camping, bear avoidance, and how to manage water while hiking.
Winter camping: Love to be outdoors in subzero weather? Here are some winter camping, and hiking tips. We also covered how to build the best winter campfire, insulate your tent, go winter hammock camping. Our huge buyers guide to winter camping tents will help you choose the best tent for your trip. No matter what tent you choose, you’ll need a tent heater this winter.
And not to be overlooked, here’s how to make coffee while camping.
