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Thicker mats... better naps?  Ben and Lauren roll out the facts on sleeping mat thickness, challenging the assumption that more centimeters means more comfort. Our gear gurus weigh up pack size versus plushness, solo sleep versus shared slumber, and how insulation value varies. Kick back for a concise breakdown of what really matters when choosing your next camping mattress, where the perfect night's sleep may not require the thickest mat in the tent. Shortcuts: 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - Is a Thicker Mat More Comfortable? 03:36 - Pack Size 03:56 - Soft Vs Firm 04:32 - Sleeping Solo Vs With ..read more

 From marketplace newcomer to must-have gear maker...  Ben and Lauren sit down with co-founder of Quest Outdoors, Chris, to unpack the brand's meteoric three-year rise from industry outsiders to outdoor living experts. Be it the meaning behind the name, navigating business from across the ocean, or the meticulous product development process - our gear gurus establish what sets Quest apart, including the highs, lows, and laughs of the Air Sofa!  Tune in for a candid conversation about camping kit expectations, industry evolution, and how Quest plans to keep pitching above their w ..read more

For links to everything mentioned in this episode, check out our show notes: https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-weird-and-wonderful-camping-gear-2/ Remember when things got weird in Episode 57...? There was talk of portable beer kegs for al fresco frothies, canned sandwiches, and even luminous loo roll - the camping gear on the cusp of clever and the tackle that barely tickles normal. There's more where that came from! Be it a barbecue from a galaxy far, far away, torches on your shoes, or full-body bug suits - Ben and Lauren find another 24 products, 52 minutes, 2 microphones, and a w ..read more

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So the pegs won't peg, the storm won't settle, and you're all wheel, no drive? From flyaway tents and flooded campsites, to painful neighbours and malfunctions in the middle of nowhere - Ben and Lauren unpack how to handle camping catastrophes with a productive, spring-back attitude. Be it battening down the hatches or packing up early, our gear gurus share their hard-won wisdom on making the call between riding out the storm or hitting the road. Shortcuts: 00:00 - Intro  01:20 - When Camping Goes Wrong  02:02 - Covering the Basics  03:10 - The Right Mindset  03:56 - Lauren ..read more

For links to everything mentioned in this episode, check out our show notes: https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-new-season-new-gear-winter/ In this episode, Lauren lifts a rooftop tent with one hand and spins it on her forefinger like a basketball. ...OK, that's not entirely true. But now that we have your attention - this week on the Snowys Camping Show, Ben and Lauren crack into the ~cool~ new gear fresh to the Snowys floor this winter! From ultralightweight roof top tents and steadfast tent pegs to new and improved sleeping bags and hiking gear redefined, tune in for the gear that's go ..read more

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From first-time investments to upgrading the essentials… what’s worth watching in 2025? Starting fresh doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. In this episode, Ben and Lauren kick off the year with a showcase of 2025’s most promising gear innovations.  From TOAKS’ ultralight cooking solutions, to MPOWERD’s innovative lighting system, and Dometic’s latest fridge technology to surprising new players in the roof top tent game – tune in as our gear gurus unpack what’s worth watching in the world of outdoor gear. Shortcuts: 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - Lauren's Fan Moment! 02:48 - New Brands 03 ..read more

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