Space is always at a precious premium when it comes to adventuring in the outdoors, because the joy of camping definitely does not come from packing and unpacking! Especially important for backpackers, collapsible pieces of gear will do much to ensure you have more space in your bag for food, water, extra clothing, and all the other items that matter so much when you’re relying on what little you have. Here are just a few pieces of collapsible gear you can find at SunnySports.
GSI Outdoors Collapsible Java Drip – $9.75
For many outdoor enthusiasts, if there’s no morning coffee, you might as well call the whole thing off. For efficiency, many people prefer a drip method as it takes up less space and weight capacity in the pack. Get even more efficiency out of your drip coffee maker with the collapsible silicone Java Drip from GSI Outdoors. The flexible cone is large enough to accommodate a #4 filter, providing 10-12 cups of hearty brew for you and your camp mates. The base can be balanced easily on mugs and wide-mouth bottles for no-spill brewing, and the lid doubles as a trivet if your container needs a couple minutes to cool.
Coleman Exponent Lithium Flashlight with Collapsible Lantern – $29.95
A reliable light source is paramount when adventuring in the outdoors, but for the sake of space, many people favor a flashlight over a lantern. Have it both ways with the Exponent lithium flashlight with collapsible lantern from Coleman. With a choice of light settings that includes a 115-lumen output on high, and 5 3mm LED red lights for better night vision, the collapsible lantern attachment gives off a wide range of light, rather than the blaring spotlight of a flashlight. It even has a strobe setting for use in emergency situations. This flashlight weighs less than 6 oz altogether, and makes a great space-saving option for backpackers and hikers alike.
GSI Outdoors Collapsible Fair Share Mug – $11.29
Unless your meal plan consists of nothing more than a campfire and a roasting stick, you’ll likely need a container to eat and drink from. The collapsible Fair Share mug from GSI Outdoors has all angles covered with its soft silicone body that collapses to just 1.7 inches when stored. The clear polypropylene lid screws into the mug, so you can get it from point A to point B without any accidental spills, or inviting the insects of the outdoors into your meal. The folding handle folds flat against the mug when stored, but can also be locked into a straight-out position for use as a scoop, or into a handle position for drinking and holding comfortably. This is a long-lasting piece of gear that will be hardly noticeable in your pack on any camping trip.
