Sleeping Gear

Hunting Shooting Camping Supplies is your one stop shop to buy all the sleeping equipment that you will need for your camping trip. We sell air mattresses and pads, air pumps, pillows, cots, hammocks, and sleeping bags for the whole family. With our sleeping gear for camping trips, you will have everything you need to stay comfortable and warm when camping.

The average campers might say to themselves, "Why should I go out and spend the extra money buying a new sleeping bag and pillow for camping when I already have blankets and a pillow?" Well, the truth is that there are many different types of sleeping bags and pillows that are specially designed for use outdoors. These take advantage of innovative technologies that will provide you with maximum comfort when sleeping outdoors or in a tent.

For example, sleeping bags are designed to withstand certain minimum temperatures. The four most common categories of sleeping bag ratings are shown below.

• Summer Season: These sleeping bags have comfort ratings of +35˚ and higher.
• 3-Season Bag: This category of sleeping bags is rated for temperatures in between +10˚ to +35˚.
• Cold Weather: These sleeping bags have comfort ratings between -10˚ and +10˚.
• Winter / Extreme: Sleeping bags in this category have comfort rating from -10˚ and lower.

It is recommended that you purchase a sleeping bag which is rated for a slightly lower temperature than you actually plan to be in for the most comfort when sleeping. For example, if you plan to be camping where temperatures may reach around freezing, rather than buying a sleeping bag rated for 35˚, you should pick the sleeping bag rated for 20˚.

Another factor that has an effect on the comfort of your sleeping bag is the shape of the bag. Hunting Shooting Camping Supplies carries both mummy sleeping bags and rectangular sleeping bags. A mummy shaped sleeping bag is made to fit closer to your body like a cocoon. These sleeping bags often also have a hood which can be pulled tight for added warmth. However, some people prefer a rectangular sleeping bag. These traditional shaped bags allow for easier movement and less restraint.

Sleeping bags can be made of several different types of material including down and synthetic materials. Down sleeping bags and blankets are often chosen by backpackers because they can be easily compressed and are lighter to carry. Synthetic insulators work well in damp climates because they will retain their warmth even when wet. In addition, synthetic sleeping bags and blankets dry quickly. Therefore, each material has its own ups and downs, but the choice is ultimately up to the camper to decide.

Another factor, which will influence your comfort level when sleeping outdoors, is your choice of sleeping pad. A sleeping mattress or pad not only provides comfort from the hard ground, but also acts as an additional layer of insulation beneath your sleeping bag.

Backpackers often prefer a foam mattress pad for camping because this can be easily rolled up and carried. However, if space and weight are not an issue to you, we have a number of inflatable air sleeping pads to choose from. Air mattresses can be self-inflating which makes them the easiest and most convenient to inflate. Some air mattresses require a separate pump to inflate the pad. Air pumps can be powered by batteries, a standard wall outlet, or a car cigarette lighter. For backpackers, or those camping in the wilderness, we even sell hand pumps for air mattresses.

Another option when sleeping outdoors on a camping trip is the use of a hammock. Some hammocks are made with a mosquito net to provide protection from insects. You can also often purchase rain flys to cover your hammock and keep you dry during damp weather. Additionally, freestanding hammocks are available. These offer the convenience and ease to allow you set up a hammock in almost any location.

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Air Pumps

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Blankets

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Cots

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Hammocks

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Kids Sleeping Bags

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Mattresses, Pads

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Mummy Sleeping Bags

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Pillows

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Rectangular Sleeping Bags

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