High Gear’s Smart Lite Lantern is a lightweight and durable lantern that operates via crank or usb. With no batteries, it really keeps down on the weight and still lasts 4 hours on high with a full charge. At $35, it’s an easy decision to add this one to your gear arsenal.  Check out more at HighGear.com!

Camelbak’s most known for their hydration systems, but you’ll want to take notice of their new backpacks. They aren’t cutting any corners here. This pack is a versatile 35L pack that comes with their 3L Antidote reservoir and Quick Link System. The price is very reasonable. Bottom line, this is a great pack for day hikes and multi-day trips alike. Check out more at camelbak.com.

Oh hell no, another water bottle. My friends, our love of water bottles can not be stopped. This time we’re taking a look at Camelbak’s Groove Insulated Bottle. Check it out, keep your stuff cold, and live a better life.  Go to Camelbak.com for even more info on this bottle.

Performance headwear is often overlooked, but not by Headsweats. With hats made of various performance fabrics and fleeces, these hats, caps and beanies are made for the outdoors. Tracy took a look at a couple of their models and is here to report back! They have options for all seasons, and you’ll want to consider them for your next outdoor adventure for sure!  Check out headsweats.com for more info.

Hilleberg is known by gear heads for producing about the finest backpacking tents on the market. It really doesn’t get much better. We were fortunate to get our hands on their Kaitum 2 model and took it for a spin on a recent backpacking trip. The tent packs a ton of features, and a ton of space, in a very lightweight setup. Check this one out for sure, and stop by hilleberg.com for more!

Gear Aid is giving away some great prizes right now over on their facebook page, at http://www.facebook.com/GearAidOutdoor?sk=app_121121694568521.  Up to 50 winners will take home some sweet gear, and 1 grand prize winner will get a really great prize.  Check out the video for more info, and head over to http://www.facebook.com/GearAidOutdoor?sk=app_121121694568521.

Footbalance has a truly unique approach to foot comfort and health, custom insoles molded to your feet. These aren’t your run of the mill, out of the box insoles. With footbalance custom footbeds, you get an insole that is exactly right for your foot. After months of use, we can vouch for these bad boys.  Check out the review, and stop by footbalance.com for more!

Spring will be here before we know it, and you’ll need a pair of sandals for bummin’ around the campsite. Hi-Tec’s new Sierra Canyon thong sandals are about as comfortable as they come. And while being super comfortable, the Vibram soles also make them sturdy enough that you might even want to take them on a short hike. Check out the review, and be sure to stop by hi-tec.com for more info on these baller sandals.

Thermos is a brand you might have heard of. But you might not know about their newer Stainless King vacuum insulated bottle. This hog holds 40 oz, is constructed of stainless steel, and can keep stuff hot or cold for freaking ever. Check out the review fo shiggidy, and stop by Thermos.com for more info.

The Supreme Griddle Pan is one big son of a gun. Take this out on a family car camping trip and you’ll be able to cook just about everything, right over your fire. Check it out, and stop by samsclub.com & search for “Supreme Griddle” to pick one up.