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Mantis 2 Tent Review
This simple-setup, two-person tent offers a lot of bang for your buck: oodles of venting, multiple interior pockets, twin doors/vestibules and a mesh gear loft. Slim-packing and only 2.8 kilograms, it’s backpack- or kayak-ready. (And I love supporting Canadian companies.)
T-100 Sleeping Bag Review
At a thrifty $80, the Hotcore T-100 sleeping bag punches well above its price weight. The quality of design and manufacturing is impressive from this Canadian company. The insulation is siliconized Trueloft microfibre and you get a double layer of it around the core area, between the neck and belt line. Unlike down sleeping bags, the T-100 is not afraid of wet environments. I think it is ideally suited for the shoulder-season boating and kayaking. The bag is rated to 0°C, weighs 1.2 kg and comes with a compression sack.
Hotcore Sleeping Bag Review & Tips to Stay Warm Winter Camping
Last weekend I tried out the well-priced, Canadian-brand Hotcore R-300 sleeping bag. It’s spacious, rectangular, breathable and insulted with Siliconized TrueLoft microfibre (meaning it’s still provides warm if it gets wet). It also only costs a mere $125.
Wingman Tarp Review
Tarps make campsites better-like this three-metre-area, seam-taped, waterproof-coated, 75D polyester unit from Canadian company Hotcore. It comes ready to hoist with six high-viz guy-lines and two grommets, and at just 600 grams it’s good for car-camping or backcountry excursions.
Genesis Sleeping Bag Review
One of Hotcore Products newest models, the Genesis mummy bag is rated to a perfect-for-fall -7 degrees Celsius and offers a two-way zipper for ventilation on those toastier September nights. The cozy brushed polyester lining makes snoozing easy and the shoulder drawcord helps to snuggle-in when the temps drop. But the standout feature from this Canadian company is value-for the price, it would be difficult if not impossible, to get a warmer bag.
This lightweight tent is a great buy at a great price offering room and versatility all while only taking a small space in your pack.
Wingman Tarp Review
“The Hotcore Wingman Tarp is another great product from the Canadian company. It comes in two sizes and is already seam sealed and comes with pre-attached guylines right out of the bag.”
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Discovery 3 Tent Review
“Hotcore Outdoor Products has a Discovery line of tents which offer 3, 4 or 6-person options for your next family adventure.”
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T-100 Sleeping Bag Review
“We tried out their T-100 lightweight Tapered Sleeping Bag this Spring and Summer and have been very impressed!”
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Mantis 3 Tent Review
“Hotcore Products took the wraps off their new line of tents this year, offering 2 and 3 person tents for hiking, backpacking, camping and 3, 4 and 6 person tents for families.”
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Genesis Sleeping Bag Review
“Hotcore expanded their options this year to get you outdoors more often and with the Hotcore Genesis 3-season sleeping bag, you no longer have an excuse not to enjoy the shoulder seasons.”
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FUSION Sleeping Bag Review
GENESIS Sleeping Bag Review
T-200 Sleeping Bag Review
MANTIS 2 & 3 Tents Review
SLEEPING BAG LINER REVIEW
The Kona backpacks deliver exceptional quality at a comfortable price point. We’ve been extensively using the packs for day trips, winter camping adventures and multi-day backpacking trips. The Kona feels comfortable, even when packed to the brim with some of the extras you probably should have left at home. With ample pouches, straps, zippers and more, you have a versatile backpack that should meet the needs of most every hiker.