These new versions of classic camping supplies work as great as they look

Sexy updates to trusty trekking supplies.

By Grennan Milliken

Posted on Jan 2, 2017 10:14 PM EST

Black Diamond Ion Headlamp
From helping you find that lost s’more to lighting the path for your 2 a.m. pee break, the camper’s headlamp is a crucial piece of your kit. They’re easy to lose though, so don’t spend a ton on one. $24.95 on Amazon Ted Cavanaugh

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Nature is the main event, but the right kit keeps you focused on the show. The tools we use to break free from endless suburban sprawl haven’t changed: tent, clothes, and a pack to haul it all. Why not stay a while?

MSR PocketRocket Canister Stove
Fjallraven Kajka 65-Liter Pack
Oru Bay Kayak
Sea to Summit Trek II Sleeping Bag
Benchmade Griptilian
SnowPeak Trek 1400 Titanium Cookset
Mountain Hardwear Optic Two-Person Tent
Vuarnet 60th Anniversary Glacier Glasses

This article was originally published in the January/February 2017 issue of Popular Science, under the title “Gear for the Long Haul.”