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Is a 2.5kg Tent Too Heavy?When selecting a tent, weight is a critical factor, especially for backpackers, hikers, or those looking to travel light. A 2.5kg tent sits in the mid-range for lightweight tents and may be considered heavy depending on your needs and preferences. In this blog, we’ll delve into what constitutes an ideal tent weight, and …
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How to Choose a Tent for Wilder CampingThe three main considerations when choosing a tent for wilder camping are weight, pack size and price. Other considerations are how often you will use the tent, how many people and kit will it need to accommodate and in what season/s are you planning to use it.Generally if you are backpacking you are going to need to spend a bit more to ge …
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OLPRO Launches New Backpack and Luggage RangeOur biggest launch of the year is here, and we can’t wait for you to get your hands on your very own OLPRO Backpack or Travel Bag! At OLPRO we’ve been working hard to bring you an all-new exciting range of backpacks, holdalls and travel bags that are going to make your camping adventures better than ever! Keep reading to find out mor …
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How to Leave No Trace & Backpack Responsibly[Guest blog provided by Derek from dedwards.me]Backpacking is a fun activity you can do alone, with a partner, or with a group. However, it’s important to be responsible when it comes to hiking through the wilderness. Showing respect for nature is a crucial part of preserving it for generations to come, and that respect comes in s …
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OLPRO Pioneer vs. RangerOne of the most common questions we get asked here at OLPRO is which is better - The OLPRO Pioneer Tent or the OLPRO Ranger? Whilst they are both similar, they are both very different from each other and we want to tell you about the qualities of each tent to help you make the right choice of tent for you!OLPRO PioneerThe OLPRO Pioneer Tent is a two pers …
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