Hype This – Outdoor essentials for overnighters and adventures in the wild
It’s that time of year again as Spring is undoubtedly in the air. There's no other season quite like it, and no better time to get outdoors and on your bike. If you already know every trail at your local riding spot off by heart and are looking to do something more adventurous than a day trip, it's time for a trail ride or an overnighter in the wilderness! We've made a list of the hottest essentials for one or more nights at the lake or in the mountains. Spring, here we come!
MSR Gear PocketRocket Stove Kit
The PocketRocket by MSR Gear is the ideal companion for weekend trips or camping adventures for two. The compact set includes a 2-litre pot, 2 bowls, an insulated mug, cutlery and a gas burner. Everything fits into the pot, saving space and keeping all your things neatly organised. The included sporks can be folded up like Swiss army knives and work just well for slurping soup or forking vegetables. The lid has a straining port on one side, allowing you to pour off water when making pasta. The burner fits on 110 g threaded gas cartridges and brings a litre of water to the boil in just 3.5 minutes. With a capacity of 2 litres, the hard-anodised aluminium pot is big enough for two people and you don’t have to eat your food cold thanks to the WindClip, no matter how stormy things get.
Price: € 84.85
Weight: 732 g
More information: Mountain Safety Research
Nordisk Telemark 2 LW
Named after the Norwegian province of Telemark, the lightweight two-person tent can be easily set up anywhere. Weighing just 950 g and packing down to 41 x 12 cm, you can easily strap the tent to your bike, adding about the same weight as a 1-litre water bottle. The Nordisk Telemark 2 provides a comfortable and above all dry shelter, wherever you decide to pitch it. Thanks to its tunnel shape, it can withstand wind speeds of up to 65 km/h and easily accommodate two tired riders with a floor width of 135 cm. Despite its compact shape and size, the Telemark 2 allows you to set up a small awning under which you can prepare a meal when it’s raining.
Price: € 659.95
Weight: 950 g
More information: nordisk.eu
Queedo Asaka
The only thing worse than sweating and not being to remove any more layers when you’re already wearing all your layers and still freezing. The Queedo Asaka sleeping bag is here to help. It promises to cope well with temperatures as low as 1° C, providing a comfortable climate at around 6° C. As such, you’ll be well equipped for 3 seasons and survive unexpectedly cold summer nights without frostbitten toes. The sleeping bag’s good insulation values are achieved by a filling of 80% down and 20% feathers. Tipping the scales at 850 g and packing down to 30 x 15 cm, the sleeping bag is super compact and easy to transport in its stuff sack. The tapered sleeping bag also has a storage pocket at chest height for your phone or ebike keys – it’s like a bedside table to go.
Price: € 139
Weight: 850 g
More information: qeedo.de
HÄNG
You want a little more adventure or don’t like pitching a tent? The We Häng hammock can be set up in the blink of an eye and you only need two sturdy trees to do so. It keeps you comfortable and far away from creepy crawlies while sleeping under the open sky. With a maximum capacity of up to 200 kg, the Häng can carry more than most of the ebikes we’ve tested, easily letting two people hang out in it. With a weight of just 850 g and an ultra-small pack size, there’s no excuse to leave home without it. The best part? For each purchase of a We Häng hammock, two trees get planted. That way you can hang around with a clear conscience.
Price: € 89.99
Weight: 850 g
More information: we-hang.com
Aeroe Spider Rack
Arachnophobics stay tuned! The Aeroe Spider Rack has nothing to do with spiders and it’s got neither eight legs nor 24 eyes. It’s an aftermarket luggage rack with a maximum carrying capacity of 16 kg. What sets it apart is that it can also be mounted to a full-suspension bike and, when mounted correctly, just follows the movement of the rear wheel. The modern luggage rack gets attached to the bike with the help of four rubberised loops, which can be pulled tight with an Allen key. If it gets in the way of the saddle when the suspension compresses, you can simply attach the base plate to the side. You can even attach a second one to the opposite side if necessary or for reasons of symmetry and balance. Your luggage simply gets fastened via two adjustable straps. Now you can easily increase the storage space on your bike and look good doing so.
Price: € 119.95
Weight: 979 g
More information: aeroe.com
Nordkamm HAMAL
Whether washing yourself at the lake or taking a shower at the campsite, there’s no better feeling than drying and wrapping yourself in a towel when you’re done. So that your towels take up as little space and weight as possible, Nordkamm have come up with a super practical microfibre towel set. It includes a large 150 x 70 cm towel for your body and a small 100 x 50 cm one for your hands and face. They aren’t just super absorbent, allowing you to dry yourself in a jiffy, the towels themselves also dry very quickly. Just hang it up for a second, then fold it, rolled it up and put the rubber loop around it. Pro tip: roll your shower gel, toothbrush and toothpaste up with it for a toiletry bag and towel in one.
Price: € 24.90
Weight: big: 232 g, small: 108 g
More information: nordkamm.com
Camelbak Chillbak
If you don’t just want to eat dehydrated pasta and drink powdered milk at the weekend, then the Camelbak Chillbak is what you need. It lets you keep fresh food cool for a long time, so you don’t need to be afraid of spoiled meat or warm beer at the after ride BBQ. With a volume of 30 litres, there is plenty of room for a six-pack of your favourite IPA and things to grill, staying cold for up 72 hours, according to Camelbak. On top of that, the Chillbak comes with a 6-litre bladder… This isn’t just enough to keep everyone properly hydrated, but also wash your dishes when the party’s over if need be. All you’ve got to do now is decide who in your group will act as the refrigerator wheels.
Price: € 279.95
Weight: 2 kg
More information: camelbak.com
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Words: Julian Schwede Photos: Hersteller
