What’s on your ‘good night’s sleep’ kit list? Hooded sleeping bag? Silicone ear plugs? Snuggles the Bear? (Just me?) A quality sleeping pad is going to be right up there at the top too, and for ...

Having a decent sleeping pad is critical for enjoying a good night’s sleep outdoors. The best sleeping pads — combined with a cozy sleeping bag and camping pillow — can even be as comfortable as your ...

A warm and comfortable sleeping bag tops the list of must-have gear for any camper, whether you’re sleeping near your car at a local state park or snoozing deep in the backcountry. Simply put, you ...

A sleeping pad is a core component of your backpacking / camping sleep system. When paired with the right sleeping bag, your sleeping pad will make for a comfortable night of sleep with protection ...

Wes Siler is your guide to leading a more exciting life in the great outdoors. As Outside’s outdoor lifestyle columnist, he writes about the intersections of science, news, politics, gear, vehicles ...