Understanding Sleeping Bag Temperature Ratings (Without the Confusion)
Whether you’re a seasoned pro hiker or a newbie camper, your sleeping bag is your best friend. But how do you know if it’ll keep you warm enough through a chilly Aussie night? Let’s face it—sleeping bag temperature ratings can be a bit tricky. While they’re helpful, they don’t always tell the full story. These ratings come from lab tests that try to measure how warm a bag keeps you, but real-world camping doesn’t happen in a lab. Here’s what you need to know: EN or ISO temperature ratings are the standard way to compare sleeping bags across different brands....
R-Values - What they mean, and why they’re important
Whether you're out in the bush or nestled in a tent for the night, a good sleep setup makes all the difference. While your sleeping bag gets a lot of credit for keeping you warm, your sleeping mat or mattress is doing just as much heavy lifting. This is where R-values come in. R-value stands for “resistance to heat flow”. It's a measurement of how well a material (in this case, your sleeping mat) insulates you from the cold ground. To put it simply, the higher the R-Value number, the warmer your sleeping mat will be. Even in a warm...
Introducing the Turbo BLK Range
The BlackWolf Turbo BLK Tent collection demands attention, showcasing strong bold features with new, innovative engineering. Customers will be able to purchase and enjoy the confidence of BlackWolf's boldest, strongest and most carefully considered Turbo Tent from November 2022.
Turbo X-Lite LF Tent: Pitching and Pack-Down Instructions
PITCHING INSTRUCTIONS Choose a flat site, clear of any sharp sticks or objects. Unclip the strap from around the tent, stand the bundle on its end and unclip the top strap that holds the frame and poles together. Unfold and straighten the lower legs of the frame and they will lock into place. Pull the corners out so the floor is flat, close the front door and peg the corners (please ensure you complete this step prior to pitching). Open the front door and step inside the tent to lift the centre hub and pop the frame into place. Get...
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