Best hammock
cottage brands (Warbonnet, Dutchware, Dream) are top-tier; OneWind is the best budget pick; avoid short ENOs for sleeping; 11ft+ length is key for comfort
3,911 comments
r/camping
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Best Mosquito Repellents
Best Mosquito Repellents - Thermacell and Picaridin Lead Reddit's Picks
Updated 4mo ago•6.5K comments analyzed•
r/camping, r/hiking
•TL;DR: Thermacell dominates stationary zones but wind kills it; Sawyer Picaridin > DEET for gear safety & smell; Permethrin on clothes is a game changer; DEET effectively nuclear option but melts plastic & greasy; natural/citronella mostly snake oil; layer clothes + spray for max protection
6.5K comments analyzed
r/camping
TL;DR: creates protection zone; heat-activated; scent-free; ineffective in wind
1
Thermacell Mosquito Repellers
$41.84Amazon
1191 upvotes
201 discussion
94
Signal
201 comments:176 positive (88%)•11 negative
TL;DR: creates protection zone; heat-activated; scent-free; ineffective in wind
1191
201
•176 positive•11 negTL;DR: treats clothing/gear; lasts multiple washes; toxic to cats when wet; odorless when dry
2
Sawyer Permethrin Insect Repellent
$17.77Amazon
876 upvotes
142 discussion
92
Signal
142 comments:113 positive (80%)•6 negative
TL;DR: treats clothing/gear; lasts multiple washes; toxic to cats when wet; odorless when dry
876
142
•113 positive•6 negTL;DR: lotion formula; non-greasy; pleasant scent; gear safe
3
Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion
$10.95Amazon
705 upvotes
113 discussion
90
Signal
113 comments:101 positive (89%)•3 negative
TL;DR: lotion formula; non-greasy; pleasant scent; gear safe
705
113
•101 positive•3 negTL;DR: biological control; kills larvae; non-toxic to pets; requires water container
4
Summit Mosquito Dunks/Bits
$13.99Amazon
535 upvotes
83 discussion
88
Signal
83 comments:75 positive (90%)•2 negative
TL;DR: biological control; kills larvae; non-toxic to pets; requires water container
535
83
•75 positive•2 negTL;DR: high DEET; proven effectiveness; greasy feel; strong smell
5
OFF! Deep Woods Insect Repellent
$6.49Amazon
414 upvotes
97 discussion
86
Signal
97 comments:83 positive (86%)•5 negative
TL;DR: high DEET; proven effectiveness; greasy feel; strong smell
414
97
•83 positive•5 negTL;DR: cedar oil based; natural; safe for pets/kids; strong cedar smell
6
Wondercide EcoTreat Outdoor Pest Control
$37.99Amazon
365 upvotes
58 discussion
85
Signal
58 comments:50 positive (86%)•2 negative
TL;DR: cedar oil based; natural; safe for pets/kids; strong cedar smell
365
58
•50 positive•2 negTL;DR: high DEET; very effective; Australian brand; widely recommended
7
Bushman Insect Repellent
$17.58Amazon
219 upvotes
49 discussion
83
Signal
49 comments:42 positive (86%)•3 negative
TL;DR: high DEET; very effective; Australian brand; widely recommended
219
49
•42 positive•3 negTL;DR: bath oil; pleasant smell; moisturizing; mixed effectiveness
8
Avon Skin So Soft Bath Oil
$24.00Amazon
268 upvotes
83 discussion
81
Signal
83 comments:63 positive (76%)•11 negative
TL;DR: bath oil; pleasant smell; moisturizing; mixed effectiveness
268
83
•63 positive•11 negTL;DR: 100% DEET; heavy duty; melts plastic; very effective
9
Ben's 100 Tick & Insect Repellent
$16.49Amazon
171 upvotes
58 discussion
79
Signal
58 comments:47 positive (81%)•5 negative
TL;DR: 100% DEET; heavy duty; melts plastic; very effective
171
58
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Best Women's Travel Backpacks
Osprey Fairview & Daylite 26+6 dominate recs; Patagonia Mini MLC & Cotopaxi Allpa top alternatives; women-specific harness > unisex for comfort; torso length matters more than height; try on weighted packs at REI; 40L max carry-on but 30L often sweet spot for petites
4,881 comments
r/onebag
Best Hiking Backpacks
Osprey dominates (Atmos/Talon) but REI Flash wins value; AG/heavy haulers max comfort vs. weight penalty; ULA/Durston top cottage/UL picks; trampoline backs > foam for sweat; fit subjective, always try on with loaded weight
4,513 comments
r/hiking
Best Travel Coffee Mugs
Zojirushi & Stanley for best heat/leak-proofing, but complex lids are a pain to clean; Yeti is durable & easy-clean, but standard lids aren't leak-proof; ceramic mugs offer pure taste, but Fellow can get funky
4,332 comments
Best Bike Locks
Litelok & Hiplok dominate the angle grinder hype, check the weight & price; Kryptonite & Abus are the standard for reliability but beater bikes > any lock in high-theft zones; U-locks are the gold standard for security; chains are awkward but move during cutting; folding locks are convenient but rivets are a weak point; use two locks and take the bike inside if you want to keep it
2,899 comments
r/cycling
Best Sleeping Pads
Exped & Big Agnes dominate comfort hype but pricey/bulky; Thermarest XLite/XTherm kings of warmth-to-weight despite crinkle; Nemo Tensor beloved for quiet comfort but watch durability/leaks; Klymit good budget pick but sleeps cold; side sleepers need thick/wide pads; R-value matters heavily for warmth
4,452 comments
r/camping