Every product was carefully curated by an Esquire editor. We may earn a commission from these links. Here’s how we test products and why you should trust us. But what you really need now is a tarp. If ...

Rain beat down all night and fierce gusts swept through camp, but under the tarp with fire burning strong, Tony weathers the storm — cooking by firelight, testing gear, and letting the rain’s rhythm ...

A simple tarp is one of the most versatile items you can carry into the backcountry. It can be used as a ground or table cloth, a barrier from the sun and wind, a backpack, or in a pinch, as a ...

I got my start in the outdoor writing world as an annoyingly eager intern at the now-defunct Paddler Magazine (may it rest in peace) a little over ten years ago. The mag was based out of Kirkland, ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Whether you’re going camping or headed to a festival, a ...

Nothing kills a good weekend in the woods like a torrential downpour. And nothing makes that worse than being wet for the rest of the weekend. (Courtesy: Raj Tatavarthy via Pexels) Even the most ...

I tested five ponchos to see how they compare with waterproofness, comfort and durability, and found one that’s easy to wear and actually kept me dry.

After a freezing climb and hours of wind and rain, Tony and Bernie finally build shelter, gather firewood, and prepare for ...

CAMPING is a popular holiday option, but Britons are not sticking to summer for their outdoors adventures. With the new season comes new camping challenges, and campers have some tips to help when ...

THERE’S NOTHING QUITE like the sound of rain on the roof, unless you have a leaky roof. And the roof is a chunk of leaky blue plastic. After years of making fun of rainy day blue-tarp campers it was ...