
Unless you’re so rich and removed from society that you haven’t been paying attention, you’ll know that there’s a cost-of-living crisis on both sides of the Pond. Undoubtedly, millions of Americans and Europeans are looking to spend a little less on their summer vacation this year. While jetting off to exotic climes may be a bit of a stretch for some at the moment, there’s always the more affordable option of a camping vacation.
This might be good news for manufacturers of camping gear, particularly of the budget variety. However, buying cheap can often mean buying twice when it comes to kit that’s expected to perform in the often harsh conditions of the backcountry.