Finding the right camping gear can make or break a trip, especially when you’re camping with kids. At Mom Goes Camping, gear reviews come from real use in the field, not just spec sheets. From the mountains of Serbia to trails across the Balkans and beyond, every product recommendation on this site has been tested in actual camping conditions with children in tow.
This category covers everything you need to camp comfortably and safely as a family: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, camp kitchens, lighting, backpacks, child carriers, and more. You’ll find honest comparisons, budget-friendly picks, and ultralight options for families who want to move fast on the trail without sacrificing comfort at camp.
Whether you’re outfitting your first camping trip or upgrading gear you’ve had for years, the reviews here are written to help you spend your money wisely. No sponsored fluff, no gear you don’t actually need. Just honest recommendations from a mom who has been camping with her kids for over a decade.
Kari Traa is a Norwegian brand launched in 2006 by the Olympic skier of the same name. They make clothing “for women, by women” with a focus on clothes for skiing, hiking and other outdoor sports.
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When hiking on packed snow or icy conditions, traction spikes aren’t just a “nice to have” item. They should be considered an essential piece of safety gear. And, yes, there really is a difference between brands of microspikes. The last thing you want is to have your traction spikes fail on you during the middle
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Because I live in Serbia, I don’t always have a lot of options for backpacking gear (most brands won’t ship here!). So, while I was able to find bear spray, I wasn’t able to find a holster for it. A holster is incredibly important for carrying bear spray. If you can’t access the spray immediately,
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Women’s long underwear (aka long johns, thermal underwear or base layer bottoms) have come a long way. Not only are there some really cool designs available, but there are long johns with high-tech features like being able to wick moisture away from your body and having panels for a perfect fit – great if you
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For the longest time, I refused to buy expensive backpacking clothing. I was certain that all those “experts” who recommended Merino wool (or other pricy materials) were just part of a marketing scam. Heck, I even used to go backpacking in cotton clothes!
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At 5’1”, I’m a pretty short woman. This means that most adult sleeping bags – even the ones made for women – are too large for me. Luckily, there are a few brands which now make sleeping bags for short women. There are also some kids sleeping bags which will work for petite women too.
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