(Part 2) Best products from r/motocamping
We found 20 comments on r/motocamping discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 203 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. Jetboil Zip Camping Stove Cooking System, Carbon
Powered by FluxRing technology, the Zip's easy-to-use cooking system boils water in just over two minutes with half the fuel consumption of traditional systems.Jetboil's 0.8-liter FluxRing cooking cup with insulating cozy makes boiling water—and keeping it warm—a breeze.The bottom cover doubles ...
22. Eureka Sandstone +45-Degree - Rectangular Sleeping Bag (Regular)
- A +45° rectangle bag with Regular dimensions 76x34 filled with 2lbs 3oz of Eureka! ThermaShield insulation
- The shell fabric is made of 68D polyester taffeta / 75D polyester ripstop with warm to touch 68D Peached polyester lining
- Full length draft tube w/ anti-snag webbing
- Carry weight 3lbs 2oz and comes with 10.5x17.5 stuff sack
- Internal and external pockets
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23. Eureka! Apex 3XT - Tent (sleeps 3)
- Lightweight, compact 3-season, 3-person backpacking tent
- Durable, shock-corded, freestanding fiberglass frame
- 2 side opening door panels and 2 full-coverage vestibules
- Side roof vents for ventilation; 2 storage pockets
- Floor measures 7 feet 6 inches by 6 feet 6 inches; weighs 7 pounds 4 ounces
- Full-coverage fly with two roomy vestibules provide weatherproof storage and dry entry
- 3 over-sized, side-opening D-style doors with Hi/Low venting offer ease of access and ventilation
- Zippered window in doors open for excellent visibility and controlled ventilation
- Freestanding fiberglass frame with clips, and post and grommet assembly makes set up easy
- Gear loft included
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24. Exped Synmat 7 Insulated Sleeping Pad with Integrated Pump, Terracotta, Long Wide
- AWARD-WINNING DESIGN - The all-season, "reference-standard" mat; 2.8 in. of loft delivers regenerative rest in the backcountry; Stable baffle construction with top and bottom laminate insulation maintains heat
- WARM FOR WINTER - The Synmat 7 is insulated with Bluesign Certified, Texped microfiber insulation and is rated to 1.4 degrees F; The perfect choice for year-round camping comfort
- TRAIL READY - Ideal for backpacking, camping, rafting, and hunting trips, the Synmat 7 packs down to 10.6 x 6.1 in. dia. with a weight of 2.4 lbs.
- INTEGRATED PUMP - Save your breath after a long day's trek; Intuitive design ensures swift, moisture-free inflation of the mat; Inflated dimensions of 77.6 x 25.6 in.
- HIGH-QUALITY BUILD & 5-YEAR WARRANTY - Oeko-Tex 100 Certified materials are free from harmful chemicals; Hydrolysis-resistant, Polyester top and bottom with TPU laminate; Honeycomb-embossed top
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25. Eureka Camp Pillow
- Made with comfortable cotton flannel
- Filled with 11oz of Thermashield
- Comes with its own stuff sack
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26. Hawkins HA15L Classic Aluminum Pressure Cooker, 1.5-Liter
Shielded safety valveLong lasting gasketNon-corroding handle bar and lidNew improved pressure regulatorUnbreakable fixed pivot
27. Sena SMH10R Low Profile Motorcycle Bluetooth Headset and Intercom - SMH10R-01
- Bluetooth 3.0 with up to 8 hours of talk time. Charging time: 2.5 hours
- Universal Intercom: Allows allows pairing to another brands of Bluetooth headsets. Operating temperature: -10˚C – 55˚C (14°F – 131°F)
- AudioVideo Remote Control Profile AVRCP technology allows you to play, track forward and track back while listening to music using your Sena 10R
- The Sena 10R features a four-way conference intercom capability. This feature also allows intercom participants to join cell phone conference calls
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28. Coleman DuraRest Single High Airbed, Queen
- 47% more puncture-resistant, 25% stronger and 45% lighter than a standard Coleman airbed of the same size
- DuraRest bonded fabric surface is more durable and soft to the touch
- AirTight system is factory-tested to be leak-free
- Supports up to 600 lbs.; Approximate Inflated Dimensions: 78 x 58 x 8 in.
- Wrap 'N' Roll built-in storage system - just fold, roll and store
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29. Vont 4 Pack LED Camping Lantern, LED Lantern, Suitable for Survival Kits for Hurricane, Emergency Light, Storm, Outages, Outdoor Portable Lanterns, Black, Collapsible, (Batteries Included)
SUPER BRIGHT & LONG LASTING ––– Equipped with 30 crazy bright LEDs, this compact lantern cuts through 360 degrees of darkness on the stormiest, dimmest nights. Easily lights up the entire tent or room. Battery life lasts over 90 hours - that is TWICE longer than competitors.COMPACT & LIGHTWEIG...
30. Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow Poppy Large
Perfect for travelers or campersFoam expands big and packs smallComfortable brushed polyester on the outside with soft urethane foam fill on the insideNew XL size measures a generous 16.5 x 27 inMade in the USA with US and global materials
31. WoundSeal Topical Powder Wound Care First Aid for Cuts, Scrapes and Abrasions Single Use, 4 count (Packaging May Vary)
STOP BLEEDING IN SECONDS from lacerations, abrasions and wounds with Wound Seal Powder. This innovative powder combines with blood to form an instant scab, sealing out dirt and impurities to help accelerate healing.HYDROPHILIC POLYMER and potassium ferrate powder creates a protective scab that becom...
32. KiWAV Motorcycle Silicone Foldable Collapsible Oil Funnel
- A must have handy tool.
- Easy storage.
- Makes oil changing an easy task.
- Made of flexible material, its shape can be easily changed in order to be used in any narrow space.
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33. UST Delta Stormproof Lighter with Lightweight, Rugged Construction, Turbo Flame and Fuel Level Window for Camping, Backpacking, Hiking and Outdoor Survival
Windproof to 80 mphRefillable with butane gas - Burns for over 30 minutes per premium butane fill and has an easy to read fuel gaugePiezo electric ignition good for over 30,000 instant ignitionsWater-resistant O-ring sealedRubberized outside case & oversized fuel windowTwo Year Limited Warranty ! St...
34. SVEUC 2Pack Multi Charging Cable Multi Charger Cable USB Multi Cable 3 in 1 Charging Cable Short 1ft/0.35m Nylon Braided 3-1 Charging Cable for Phones(Silver)
【NOTE】- These cables only have charge function, can't transfer data. Please use 5V/2A-2.4A charger when charging tablet / pad or multiple devices at a time.These cables don't support Quick Charge,only provide normal charging speed.【IP + Micro + Type C simultaneous charging】- 3 in 1 multi cha...
35. North American Rescue Hyfin Vent Chest Seal, 2 Count
Rescue essentials is pleased to introduce the new hyfin vent chest seal Twin pack from North American Rescue, this product sets the standard for the treatment of penetrating injuries to the chestTwo separately packaged vented chest seals are offered in one unique package for treatment of both entry/...
36. IMS 117331BK1 Fuel Tank (No California) 3.0 Gallon Black - Fits: Yamaha WR250R 2008-2019
Fits: Yamaha WR250R 08-10, WR250X 08-10IMS tanks are larger capacity than stock, yet very slim and sleekIMS fuel tanks are designed to enhance the appearance of your motorcycle, yet provide greater riding distance per full tankMade with polyethylene crosslink for extra strength and durabilityPerfect...
37. Dynarex 12 Triangular Bandage 40x40x56, 12 Count
Multi-purpose bandage to compress various injuries; support sprains and/or broken bonesDoubles as an arm slingSoft pliable materialAmple size
38. QuikClot Advanced Clotting Gauze - 3 x 24 in (2 Strips)
- 2 pieces of 3x24 inch QuikClot gauze come in 1 resealable pouch that easily fits in any trauma kit
- Nonallergenic first aid gauze accelerates natural blood clotting and stops bleeding within minutes
- Used by hospitals, EMS/first responders, military, law enforcement, general public & outdoorsman
- Fits perfectly in any first aid kit, suture kit, medical kit, iFAK pouch, EDC pouch & survival kits
- Travel safely with QuikClot in your car first aid kit, camping essentials & backpack emergency kit
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39. North American Rescue 30-0023 C-A-T Combat Application Tourniquet, Rescue Orange
Official Tourniquet of the U.S. ArmyProven to be 100% effective in occluding blood flow in both upper and lower extremities by the U.S. Army's Institute of Surgical ResearchFeaturing NAR's Red Tip Technology with a red elliptical tip to assist user in locating and threading during applicationReinfor...
It just so happened that a lot of Eureka stuff was on sale at the time I was shopping, so I look like something of a fanboy.
Here's a massive brain dump of ideas. I'm just typing everything I can think of that might inspire some ideas.
If you can post any cooking equipment and food you already have it would be easier to help make a plan. I'll share some of the techniques I used in the past and hope that it gives you some ideas that you can tweak to make it work for yourself.
When I knew I'd be camping on a budget I used to take my little pressure cooker. Here's one on Amazon that's very similar. I know I'm talking about spending money to save money so for this trip it might not be worth it but if you're going to be doing this frequently then I think it will be worth it.
It can cook dried beans in under 20 minutes. Something that usually requires hours of soaking and boiling. You can throw in other ingredients after the beans are done or in the beginning if you're not too picky about softness of veggies. I've used it over open flames, which is not recommended by the manufacturers, but you have to be careful not to let the fire get too big. A small hole in the ground with three nine-inch-nails and a small fire of twigs that you feed in to maintain an even amount of heat isn't too hard but it takes patience and attention. Using gas stoves might be required, depending on where you are, so a pressure cooker is going to still help you save on fuel costs but might not be helpful for beans.
You can also try to borrow a food dehydrator and make your own pre-prepared meals that will only require boiling water. Food can be dehydrated in your oven as well. Just set it at the very lowest temperature and use a thermometer to make sure it's not too hot. A lot of ovens don't keep a consistent temp so it's a bit tedious but can be done. Doing it once is what prompted me to buy the pressure cooker and dehydrator eventually.
Another option is to pack tortillas, peanut butter, raisins, sunflower seeds, and just eat that. I've done it for a few days in a row but didn't really price it out. That stuff is all pretty cheap and easy to carry.
Dumpster diving for food is also something I've done in the past but you really need to know where to look. Panera is a good place to dive because they will frequently throw away large amounts of baked goods at once so it's usually all in one bag and not touching anything really nasty. Find a restaurant at the end of the night and ask a cook who's outside smoking if they will set something out for you instead of throwing it away. There's a lot of waste and a lot of cooks feel guilty about doing that so it's not as hard as you might think.
One last thing to mention is that it's not hard to meet people who are willing to feed you. I've had people offer a place to stay, food, showers, and beer. If you know friends and family along the way then you're not going to have a hard time getting food offered. I'm not trying to say you should just beg for everything you need but a lot of times people are going to be interested enough in your adventure that they'll want to help out in some way. I always help travelers when I meet them because a few less tacos for me to hear about and be apart of their experience is worth it.
Look for the advrider camp/hosting threads and see if you can meet some people to stay with and post back here often to say where you are. I always want to meet people who are on long trips and would be willing to cook a meal or host a person for the night if they're not a weirdo.
Do you have an estimate for your costs per day for this trip? I usually plan on $50 a day and when I come close to $40 I start to think of what can be sacrificed in order to stay under budget. I tend to eat less food when I spend all day on a bike so meals might be the first thing I skip on.
Okay.. actual last thought. Eating on $3.50 is possible but is a lot harder while also considering cooking times, food storage, and cleanup. Trying to save money in other categories and not paying for food whenever possible might be the best idea.
I'm three beers in and binge watching Netflix so I know this isn't my best writing. :D Hope it helps, and I'm jealous for your trip. Hit me up if you're around Portland.
Edit: Dude, post details about the rest of your plans. Where are you starting, where are you ending, how are you getting there, where are you planning to sleep, how many miles per day are you aiming for, etc.
please STOP perpetuating that stupid myth about smartphones not being able to route or do tracks when you are out of cell coverage. Iphones and Androids can download maps ahead of time (just like with your stand alone GPS) which allow you to continue to use it when you are well OUTSIDE of cell coverage. I have used my cell phone as a GPS for on and off road for over 3 yrs now without fail (and I didn't spend an extra $600 to do it). Even a decent Garmin GPS will set you back at least $400 (I don't count the 60, 62, 76 and variants because their screens are too damn small to be effective). I also stream music to my Sena SMH10r . There are a plethura of sites that help you to easily set this up. For mostly road use, I recommend a cheap GPS or use your smartphone but if you do moderate off road, I would recommend something with a hardier plug which is what tends to be the problem (I don't mind so much since it's actually a rather easy fix on my Galaxy S4 were it to be damaged).
Tents.... do not buy too cheap on this. I have tried a lot of tents and finally settled on the Ledge Sports Recluse here . It is a three man but really just comfortable enough for two mostly, roomy with a loft and packs really small with poles that are less than a foot long collapsed (easy to fit in panniers and bags).
Personally I would make sure you find something really comfortable to sleep on. I use a blow up mattress and a pump that plugs that goes into my motorcycle to fill it up. Most the pads you see are overpriced/expensive and crap on your back or for side sleepers. If you get a hole that you can't fix, how hard is to find a WalMart or a Target to buy a new one for around 20 to 50 bucks depending on the size you want. I prefer a queen size, great for added weight and so damn comfortable. If my old Coleman Quickbed ever dies, I will be picking up the Coleman Durarest here.
I take my phone, my Nexus 7 with 4G and my small laptop with me everywhere. I have a USB Stick chock full of reading material, music and movies....never get bored and when I want to relax and gaze at the stars, only a power button stands in my way.
Phones can get you into trouble. My buddy called me one night when I was out, this was real late, like around 11 pm. He made a joke about having a soundboard that does bear, wolf or cougar sounds and walking around outside scaring people. I checked the net and found some bear sounds that I downloaded and we joked about it. I went to sleep later after having a number of beers and when I woke up around 2 am to go relieve myself, I carried my phone with me to use as a flashlight. When I was coming back, I passed near this tent of these lesbians and played some Bear sounds. I could hear them freaking a bit and I quickly scammered back into my tent. About half an hour later, a ranger comes by my tent and asks if I have heard any noises. I tell him "you mean...You waking me up". You might ask how I know they were Lesbians and what that has to do with anything but that involves more to tell that I couldn't sum up in a few paragraphs. Suffice is to say that when I am camping, I avoid children, young couples and now, Lesbians.
Good Luck with your endeavors!
Thank you! You are very welcome. :-)
I think it would be very doable to pack it all on your bike with room for a passenger. ;) People sometimes say you don't have to worry about weight so much with a bike doing the work, so cheaper gear is fine. They aren't exactly wrong, but weight, size, and price are all tied together. The main limiting factor is room, which makes the extra $$ for gear worth it. On top of it being good quality. Also while the weight isn't a huge thing, it does add up. My husband's sleeping pad is a decade+ old, and takes up half the room our tent does! My new one is more comfortable, lighter, and at least half the size of his rolled up.
Are the rangers iffy about burners? or just campfires? It just seems odd they wouldn't want even the tiny burner we had with us.
I LOVE our tent! I spent many hours researching tents before picking it, and it has been exactly what we want!
The lantern is an "Ultra Bright LED Lantern" It lives up to it's name and is truly Ultra bright, almost too much. BUT it's $12 bucks, and ridiculously light weight. I think a can of coke/beer is heavier.
Since I had the pics up anyways, I posted more details about our gear too.
The new stuff was the bag, DrySpec D38, and the tent, which is a Marmot Tungsten 3p.
The bag is terrific. I like it is stiff, so it's a bit easier to open it up and see what's in there compared to other drybags. Also, it's got a nice set of attachment points to hook to the bike or hook more bags to it. I really wanted a Kriega but ended up going with this because it was a bit cheaper. I've never used Kriega, but so far I'm not disappointed in my decision.
The tent stows a bit bigger than I'd like, but I knew that when I picked a "3-person" tent and that it included the footprint. Plus the price was great when I got it a few months ago and it's large enough for two people pretty comfortably. Other than that, it is easy to put up and take down and didn't have condensation issues.
The rest is pretty standard camping gear. Sleeping bag is a Kelty Cosmic 20, sleeping pad is a large Therm-A-Rest NeoAir Venture (I like the extra width over the regular), pillow is a Therm-A-Rest. Stove is a MSR Whisperlite International, and I'm not sure what the cookset is.
For the motorcycle stuff I'm rocking an RF1200, a piece of shit Roland Sands Clarion jacket that I hate but got a killer deal on ($99), some Held Rodney gloves that I should probably upgrade to something a bit more protective but I love these gloves too much. I'm wearing some pretty standard steel toe boots from work and I'm need to purchase some over pants for some better crash protection and was leaning towards the Olympia Airglide 4's.
I'll also need another smaller bag, so I'm thinking of picking up the DrySpec D28.
Other than that the bag is going to be filled with clothes, toiletries and a bunch of freeze dried meals.
Last year a buddy and I took a 1300 mile trip around Colorado /r/dualsport ride on a Husqvarna 701 and a Yamaha WR250R. Here's a photo of the gear from last year.
This year we are adding one person (riding a monster, brand new, KTM 1090 Adventure R) to the crew and moving a little farther west to see some of the amazing sites in Utah. I put together a 1500 mile route, and will tack on White Rim Trail (if we can get passes) and wander around in Beef Basin for a bit.
A few of my friends have started using Polar Steps, so I've setup a trip and will try to keep it updated. I also maintain a simple website and will post photos on my flickr account.
Now, on to the fun, because sorting out gear and packing is half the fun of a /r/motocamping trip.
I'm involved in volunteer search and rescue (/r/searchandrescue) so a lot of this gear comes from my callout pack and extended incident command packs. The more experienced riders will notice that I'm lacking any tools, spares, tube slime, etc. I'm fortunate enough to be riding with 2 other riders that are packing all that jazz.
Two mottos:
motorcycle
navigation
photgraphy
medical and hygiene
wearing
sleeping
inclement weather
food
motorcycle
clothing
luggage
misc