We have some [very obviously] self-produced videos on how to use the gear we offer for rent or sale. These videos can also be found on various product listing pages, educational articles, and/or category descriptions, but we've compiled them all here in one place for convenience. Keep in mind some of the gear featured in our videos may have been supplanted by a more current version or a different model, but the underlying concepts should be relevant. Our video host won't win any Oscars, but grab some Smores, sit back, and learn a thing or two about camping and backpacking with our rental gear! Or you can check them all out on our YouTube Channel.
ABOUT TENTS
How to setup our rental car-camping tent models
Learn about used tents and other used camping gear
How to setup our rental backpacking tents
ABOUT BACKPACKS
A comparison between models; focus on out most frequently rented medium capacity pack
Learn about the women's backpacks we rent
Learn about high-capacity backpacks we rent
Learn about lightweight backpacks we rent and sell
ABOUT FOOD AND COOKING
A comparison of our cooking gear rental options - pots and pans
Show-and-tell about the rental two-burner propane stove for car camping
Show-and-tell about the backpacking stoves we rent
About renting bear-proof canisters for backpacking
Type of food to bring on a backpacking trip
ABOUT HYDRATION AND WATER FILTERING
How to use the backcountry water filters we rent
About chemical water treatment options
Options for carrying water in the backcountry
ABOUT SLEEPING GEAR
An overview and comparison of our rental sleeping bags
Learn about renting a two-person sleeping bag
The difference between down and synthetic sleeping bags
ABOUT LIGHTING
Hands-free head lamps for backpacking
Battery lanterns for car camping
ABOUT BACKCOUNTRY NAVIGATION AND COMMUNICATION
Show-and-tell for our handheld GPS units
Show-and-tell for the SPOT personal rescue and communication satellite device
How to setup the SPOT Messenger online profile before you leave on your trip
Renting the SPOT for use in races and team events
Show-and-tell for the DeLorme InReach satellite device
How to setup the DeLorme InReach online profile before you leave on your trip
ABOUT KAYAKS
2018 Hobie Kayaks
Compare a Riot Kayak model to a Hobie model
Select the best kayak cart
OTHER VIDEOS
How to use Tyvek material in the wilderness
Compare sizes of gear for shipping or transport - how much space is the gear going to take?
Rent the comfortable, very lightweight backpacking chair
Find the best hiking shoe and fit
Learn about the maps we offer at our store