GOT-TO-HAVE GEAR
[1] Sea to Summit Escapist Tarp Shelter
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Packing down to about the size of a standard Nalgene, this nine- by nine-foot ultra- lightweight tarp clocks in at just 12 ounces—no more than a pet hamster. While it’s perfect for providing a dry shelter on rainy days, this versatile tarp also pairs with a bug tent (sold separately) when set up as an A-frame to create a truly minimalist home away from home for two campers. Eight reinforced tie-out points make set up a breeze.
www.seatosummit.com | $199
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[2] Bush Smarts Bear Star
This palm-sized ninja star is the coolest piece of kit you didn’t know you wanted. A secret weapon against hungry bears, the Bear Star from Bush Smarts provides 50 feet of high-viz cord wrapped around aircraft- grade titanium. We found it increases throwing accuracy and easily provides the momentum needed to get a line over a high branch to keep your stuff away from marauding critters. Never waste time tying rope around a rock again (and again).
www.bushsmarts.com | $85
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[3] Pat’s Backcountry Beverages Carbonator Kit
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Got beer? Not if your multiday paddling trip features portages of any length. Thanks to Pat’s Backcountry Beverages canoeists can drink beer in the woods without getting weighed down. Pat’s portable backcountry brew kit includes beer concentrate and an easy-to-use carbonator—add potable water and you’ll be drinking a glass of your own delicious suds just minutes later. Handcrafted pale lager and dark ale concentrates are available, as well as a variety of traditional soft drink flavors for the kids.
www.patsbcb.com | $49.95 for kit, price for concentrate varies
[4] PlatyPreserve Wine Preservation System
Keep your pinot fresh in the wilderness with this preservation system. If not properly stored, wine can go bad in as little as a few hours. PlatyPreserve keeps your wine spritzer bubbling by eliminating oxygen exposure, possible thanks to its flexible body that allows you to squeeze air out. The collapsible, reusable container is the compact solution for transporting pocket hooch. Holds 800 milliliters.
www.platypushydration.com | $9.95
[5] Kelty Women’s SB 35
This new sleeping bag is perfect for paddlers thanks to its treated down innovation. Kelty says its down dries 33 percent faster, retains 100 percent more warmth when wet and stays dry 10 times longer in moist conditions than the untreated variety. While we didn’t immerse our tester in the lake to confirm these claims, the SB 35’s unique waterproof coating alone, found along the head and foot of the bag, goes a long way in protecting campers from damp tent walls. Comfortable down to 32°F.
www.kelty.com | $249.95
[6] TrekSta Synch Boa
The latest upgrade to the award- winning TrekSta Synch runners features an all-new closure system by Boa Technology. Its lightweight and durable reels use aircraft-grade stainless steel laces so users can dial in tension to provide maximum security and comfort. These technical sneakers were first designed for trail runners who have an eye for shoes that are lightweight and offer stability and breathability—all attributes that will keep your feet happy along the portage trail.
www.trekstausa.com | $160
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