Sunday, March 30, 2008

Zellers Camping Gear Can Meet Demands Of Many

As one of Canada’s largest retailers, Zellers camping gear is designed for the country’s camping experience with many top name brands represented. Most of the products sold at the stores is top name brands and will hold up under typical conditions, but when out in the wild, users want to know their equipment will survive the test. Zellers camping gear is designed to stand up to nature and under usual conditions will help most campers survive in the wild.

Weather conditions and the individual care of Zellers camping gear will help determine the equipment’s longevity, but by proper care and use, the equipment will perform as expected. Cold weather camping however can be tough on any equipment and extra steps may be needed to make sure it lasts. Keeping everything dry is one of the most important steps in making your equipment last longer, but that is not always possible so choosing your Zellers camping gear carefully is equally as important.

For example, a cheaper sleeping bag may seem to function properly, but if the zipper is the type that can rust, it will ruin the entire bag the first time it gets wet. Work the zipper a few times before buying any Zellers camping gear to make sure it is smooth and does not get caught in the fabric or loose strings. These are things that can render your sleeping bad useless after just a couple of uses.

Protecting Your Body Key To Survival

When planning a camping trip having the right clothing can make a huge difference on whether you can survive any sudden inclement weather. Dressing in layers is always recommended, but dressing in the right layers can mean the difference between life and death. With Zellers camping gear you can find the correct materials for your clothing to make sure you can be warm and comfortable and prepared for most conditions.

The inner layer should provide comfort without irritating your skin and should be made to absorb moisture as you sweat. The outer layer should be made of lightweight waterproof or at least resistant material and if possible should resist tears. The inner layer is going to provide the insulation and wool or synthetic materials that hold the warmth yet dry quickly are most recommended.

Cotton loses its insulating capability when it gets wet and takes long time to dry, so avoiding it is recommended, which is why most outdoor Zellers camping gear does not contain cotton for insulating purpose in outdoor clothing.

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