Mountainsmith offers plenty of great camping gear. That includes tents, backpacks, and sleeping bags. What you may not be aware of is their excellent line of travel gear. If getting there is half the fun, getting there with all your stuff intact and organized will help make the most of the other half of your fun. Check out these key pieces before planning your next trip.
Zip Top Tote – MD MSRP: $69.95 LG MSRP: $79.95Due to popular demand, Mountainsmith has brought back their Zip Top Tote. This bag is perfect for road trips, car camping, or a weekend getaway. Use it for a day at the beach, a trip to a local park, or even a picnic. It’s ideal for many activities, and sturdy enough to provide years of service. The molded bottom is durable, and protects the contents – whether it’s your lunch, camera, or outdoor gear. You’ll find a compression molded EVA bottom pan, a main compartment with a zipper for access, easy to remove padded shoulder strap, front panel sleeve pocket, and inside are side sleeve pockets and a hanging zippered pocket. To keep it secure in your vehicle, there are handy tie-down loops.
Modular Hauler 3 – MSRP: $89.95Ideal for cyclists, but great for other sports too, the Modular Hauler 3 allows you to use color coded cubes to stay organized. Keep your road, MTB, Cyclocross helmets, shoes, etc. in different cubes at home, or give each team (or family) member their own cube for outings, and keep them organized on the road. This protective ballistic hauler makes it easy to carry it all. There’s an open main packing compartment with 3 or 4 Basic Cubes, and foam padding for free-standing access. Transport is simple with the reinforced carry handles and side panel haul handles, and panel stitching allows for flat packing for storage. A compression strap keeps equipment in place, and tie down loops help keep the hauler secure on the go.
Mountain Trunk 40L MSRP: $109.95, 70L MSRP: $119.95, 100L MSRP: $129.95
Backpack or duffel? Why not both? Having seen these at Outdoor Retailer a while back, the Mountain Trunk is on my list of “must-have” bags for travel. It’s versatile, durable, and made to stand up to hard use and adventure. Haul it like a duffel with the adjustable handles or side dual handles, or convert it to dual shoulder strap carry, and wear it like a backpack. There’s a front panel zippered pocket, Interior panel zippered mesh pocket, and even a mesh storage/laundry bag. Of course tie-down loops make for secure storage attachment too. If you can only buy one of the three pieces mentioned, this may be the one to get.
Find them all, along with camping gear and a surprising amount of camera bags at Mountainsmith.com
– Brian
About Mountainsmith
Headquartered at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, CO for 35 years, Mountainsmith is committed to creating durable provisions for every aspect of your adventure, on and off the trail. Beginning with iconic lumbar packs in 1979, Mountainsmith products carry an emphasis on utility for those who prefer life outdoors. Whether that is a solution for the backcountry, the gear closet, the office, the photo shoot, or even the dog; the brand offers tools that serve a purpose and stand the test of time. Dedicated in its mission to improve the lives of fellow outdoors enthusiasts, Mountainsmith manufactures products that are forged for life. Visit www.mountainsmith.com to learn more.