Kelty – Fresh Air Junkie

KELTY FOXHOLE 3 TENT

April 14, 2012August 9, 2016Shandman Comment

Having two entrances and two vestibules add comfort and convenience value to this Kelty Apex Series Foxhole 3 tent. With three people using the tent, having two doors facilitates easy access in and out of the tent. And the vestibules offer enough room to accommodate the gear for three people. When lodging just one or two people, the Foxhole 3 takes claustrophobia right out of the equation. [...]

Kelty Pawnee Backpack

January 22, 2012April 23, 2012Shandman 1

The Pawnee is the largest of the new packs to join Kelty’s 2009 Trail Series backpacks. With 3300 cubic inches of storage space (2700 cubic inches in the women’s version) this top loading pack devours gear. [...]

Kelty Foraker-15 Down Sleeping Bag Review

February 11, 2011August 9, 2016Shandman 1

We reviewed the Kelty Foraker -15 in size Long and couldn’t be happier with how it worked out in a variety of cold to super cold temperatures. The lowest temperature we experienced was in the range of -5°, and it was clear this bag was good for much lower temperatures. [...]

Selecting A Sleeping Bag

January 13, 2011August 9, 2016Shandman 7

Tips on how to select down-filled sleeping bags for your summer camping and backpacking and outdoor excursions. [...]

Arrow Rock 30 Down Sleeping Bag

October 16, 2010August 9, 2016Shandman 1

High alpine environments in the spring and fall, with winter hikes in the high desert, are ideal applications of the new Sierra Designs Arrow Rock 30 down sleeping bag. The roominess of the Flex technology and warmth can be counted on trip after trip. [...]

KELTY PAWNEE 3300 BACKPACK REVIEW

February 19, 2010August 9, 2016Shandman 1

Kelty’s Pawnee 3300 backpack features three storage areas: one main central compartment, one front pocket, and a top loading compartment. There is an internal sleeve in the main compartment which allows a hydration bladder (sold separately) to be stored within. The Pawnee comes in two colors: Nite Sky (dark blue and gray) and Russet (red/orange and gray). [...]

Kelty Apex Four-Season Tents

August 25, 2009August 19, 2009Shandman Comment

Kelty’s new Apex series tents are lightweight, yet strong enough to handle all weather conditions. [...]

2010 Kelty Lakota Backpack

July 27, 2009August 4, 2009Shandman Comment

Kelty Lakota is a versatile 4000 cubic inch pack sized just right for a long weekend in the backcountry. A single Lightbeam™ II internal aluminum stay evenly distributes weight and adds support, allowing heavier loads to be carried in comfort. [...]