My Favorite Motorcycle Camping Gear of 2022

[@DorkintheRoad]

My Favorite Motorcycle Camping Gear of 2022: 1. Bigfoot Bushcraft Fire Starters bigfoot-bushcraft.com/products/fire-plug?ref=dork 2. Sea to Summit X Mug Cool Grip motocampnerd.com/products/sea-to-summit-x-mug-cool-grip?ref=dork 3. Giga Pump Air Mattress Inflator amzn.to/3FZjMHL 4. Nemo Fillo Elite Luxury motocampnerd.com/products/nemo-fillo-elite-luxury-backpacking-pillow?ref=dork 5. Olight Perun Mini Headlamp amzn.to/3hkHSCv 6. Merrell Hut Moc Loafer/Slippers amzn.to/3T9jTmU 7. Jetboil Flash Java Kit motocampnerd.com/products/jetboil-flash-java-kit?ref=dork 8. Big Agnes Insulated Q Core Deluxe Sleeping Pad motocampnerd.com/products/big-agnes-insulated-q-core-deluxe?ref=dork (Alternate choice: Big Agnes Insulated Air Core Ultra: motocampnerd.com/products/big-agnes-insulated-air-core-ultra?ref=dork 9. Big Agnes Diamond Park Sleeping Bag motocampnerd.com/products/big-agnes-diamond-park-0?ref=dork 10. Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Bikepacking Tent motocampnerd.com/products/big-agnes-tiger-wall-ul2-bikepack-solution-dye?ref=dork Alternate: Kelty Late Start Tent: motocampnerd.com/products/kelty-late-start-2p-tent?ref=dork (affiliate links where possible)

[@Crittermoto]

The sleeping pad, bag and tent are hands down the best camping gear purchases I have ever made! Money well spent!!

[@DorkintheRoad]

This guy gets it!

[@tennyis28]

Where did ya find the bag in Canada? I looked and couldn’t find it

[@Crittermoto]

@@tennyis28 I had to go to the states and pick it up. Even with that added expense it’s still the best bag I’ve had 👍🏻

[@gateshoser]

@@tennyis28 Get an American friend. We're cheap and are willing to work for beer usually... 😉 that said I'm waaay too far south. 🤷‍♂️ good luck, have fun and camp as much as possible.

[@StreetbeatDesigns67]

Same, I only wish I had ordered a 3 man tent instead of the 2 but I am *very* tall so i don't think it would matter as much to most

[@BigRockMoto]

You camp a lot so I really value your product advice... thanks.

[@NeuroticLobster]

The Giga Pump as a flame thrower is such a great tip, I’m too old to be getting down on my knees blowing!

[@JLS1982]

I was inspired by your channel, got a Kawasaki Versys-X300 6 months ago and i am also planning my first adventure soon also inspired by your missions. Greetings from Sout Africa

[@DorkintheRoad]

That's awesome! Congrats!

[@JLS1982]

Thank you Dorkus Maximus

[@8andsk835]

This is my favorite moto channel because you seem genuine and honest.

[@-SLOTH]

All really nice, very useful gear. I am a huge Olight guy, I must own 20+ of their lights. Great stuff, Thanks Ben.

[@etiennelouw9244]

I live in Cape Town, South Africa and I ride a Honda NC750XD, I am68 and a pensioner so I am going to DIY modify the bike as it has minor drawbacks, then I am going Moto camping.

[@matt-roden]

Hut Moc’s are the real deal! Been rocking them since they were in development and won’t switch to anything else. Great shoe/slippers you can toss on and do almost anything in. They’re a bit pricey, but I think it’s justified. Grab them up while you can as the Hut Moc 2.0 was recently released. 2.0 sole was redesigned to have the classic Moc lugs as they realized people were using them outdoors more than they thought.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Oh sweet I'm stoked on the new version

[@GirlDad_wanderingonadadbike]

Do they fit true to size? So if I normally wear 12 then order a 12 etc. thanks!

[@matt-roden]

@@GirlDad_wanderingonadadbike I would say they run true to size. My Hut Mocs are 11’s, I normally wear a 11.5/12 but like slippers to fit tight. The material doesn’t really break in. I would go with a 12.

[@ExploreAdventureMoto]

Love your adding bloopers more often 😂

[@DorkintheRoad]

That last one makes me laugh out loud every time. The expression on my face is priceless

[@lifesjourneyat50]

I use the Zero bag year round...plus the mattress absolutely fantastic - you have to invest in good gear when on the road...great stuff...nice job!!!

[@sherrycook7043]

Thanks for sharing your top 10. I splurged and got myself a Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL3 after thinking about it for about a year. It was sort of a retirement present to myself. It was difficult justifying to myself spending that much on a tent when I already have more than one very usable tents but the paced size was really a selling point for me. I figured out how many times I needed to use it rather than going to a motel to feel like I got my money's worth out of it. Not that many times and I have already gotten my money's worth out of it. I've always used inexpensive gear to have money to buy motorcycles and travel so it's a huge deal to spend that type of money no matter how good the quality is. I also splurged almost 15 years ago to get a Big Agnes sleeping bag, again it was to get something that would pack up smaller. I've really gotten my money's worth out of it too. My next splurge might be a Big Agnes pad to replace the Thermarest that I have been using since the mid-80s. The nice thing is even though I'm over retirement age I don't have the aches and pains most people my age have and I still love Motocamping.

[@anamargaretlowery2046]

I have the Diamond Park Zero sleeping bag and absolutely love it! I say Buy Nice Not Twice! Great video. Thank You!

[@mattsutube]

Thanks and great presentation. Who knew I could get so excited abt motorcycle camping gear? I learned A LOT about the good gear that I had not already heard about! Keep it up. Really enjoy your Channel.

[@irishmike8218]

The bag and mattress are awesome! The helix camp bed makes it even better.

[@AdventureGlide]

Nice, I've been waiting for this. I have the Nemo Jazzy, and it's almost ten years old. It doesn't seem quite as warm as it used to be. I've been thinking about the Big Agnes Bag. I also totally agree with the Nemo fillo luxury pillow. If you're not familiar with the Nemo, Jazzy is probably the original setup to what you have there but Nemo brand and not down. I paid at least $500 for the whole setup back then so it's not bad to be in that range now. Thanks for sharing this.

[@Scout7336]

Thanks Ben. A good setup there. I am thinking about the diamond park 15 and the mattress. Not sure which one. I have an inexpensive tent that works for me now. Isn't near as packed down as the Tiger Wall.

[@davidbarth3504]

Than you for the videos. These have been my go to for getting ready for my Alaska trip.

[@restrictedaus]

Lots of information and to the point, thanks.

[@woundedtiger7547]

Thanks again for sharing 😊.

[@PDXAv8ter]

Great suggestions, thank you!

[@moemuggy4971]

I'm still rockin' the military sleep system MSS gortex bivy and the Lightfighter 1 tent. Kinda heavy and bulky for a thru-hike, but affordable and bullet proof.

[@kennethewing6428]

Love all your content and love love love this sleeping system! Thanks for sharing!

[@TSMotoADV]

Definitely recommend the kelty late start tent! I've used it a few times and it's super easy to setup, compact, and holds up really well in wind and stormy weather (ask me how I know).

[@tennyis28]

I have the 25x78 qcore deluxe and it’s a good pad, used it all year including 16 nights straight touring the eastern USA. It’s not the most comfortable pad I have but it’s 1/3 the size of the most comfortable pad I have and that means I can have things like a chair and table which overall makes me more comfortable

[@ujjc001]

I always consider, how much would you pay to spend the night in a decent hotel room for one night. Often you would pay nearly 200 dollars for one night. If you spend 5 nights camping, the cost for the same number of nights camping, that 1000 dollars you get to keep all the equipment. They're investments, and get less expensive per night of camping so go camping more too make them less expensive :)

[@Just4Gordon]

Have to agree with you about the TENT. The Tiger Wall bikepacking (2 person)tent based on Size, quality, weight, comfort, pack-ability & design; best tent around for the money! Also MotoCamp Nerd online store is phenomenal. Sort of found them by accident BUT their customer care and quality service is one of the best in the business!!

[@ronwarber535]

Great video and excellent info. I have done it tough in the past, tarp over the bike and sleeping bag and pad. But the older I get, the more comfortable I want to be. Thanks for taking the time to make the video

[@eddaugherty335]

I have the Diamond Park 0 degree bag and It is AMAZING! I'm a firm believer in investing in sleep and it is worth every penny. The first time I used it the temp dropped down to the mid 20s (F) and it was warm...it bordered on too warm. The best sleep I have ever had at camp! Thank you, Ben, for talking me into this bag. I did have the Q Core Delux 30x78, while it is super comfortable it is huge when packed and went back with the 25" Nemo Tensor. I love your videos, keep it up!

[@MidwestheartontheMove]

Hello! New subscriber. I fell asleep watching KZbin and woke up to your Washington trail video and decided to check your channel out. I don’t ride motorcycles but I car camp and Hike and I have been starting to bicycle camp. I love Merrill stuff BTW! I won’t buy anything else! I am so glad I found this review. I am bigger person and have been through so many different equipment to find stuff that fits me and takes up less space. I am going to check out the sleeping bag! I currently use Teton Sports sleeping bag that works great on my cot for regular car camping but will be difficult to fit on a bike. Also I love that your keeps the pad from moving around!! I am a stomach and side sleeper as well but I will tell you if you ever decide to try out a hammock, try Kammock, it hold up to 600lbs and has tough, really tough suspension but it also lets you cover up a bit more. I sleep really well in it. The biggest problem is getting out of it in the morning. As a bigger it can be difficult, just remember to role out! Lol but it does take up little to no space so I take it every where with me, just in case.

[@dinoschumacher9226]

pump was a game changer!!

[@JeffsGames7608]

I have always loved a good tent, but i realized i go camping alone alot and and my least favorite part is packing it up the next morning. I went with a bivy sac for that reason and with a sleeping pad and nice bag, i have had no complaints. When its cold (>30F) i have a wool blanket that i wrap around the inside. Personal preferance but they are super light and great for hiking and motorcycle camping.

[@JEH-1020]

I'm a big fan of the EXPed Widget inflation pump, lamp,powerbank.

[@kylemiller1390]

Hey I really enjoyed the video. You should do a moto camping on a budget series and show us how different budget gear performs compared with the expensive stuff.

[@2wmwv]

Thanks for posting these videos. I ordered all my sisters kids stuff from Bigfoot bushcraft. Made sure to use your code and save a few bucks as well.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Awesome! Glad to hear it!

[@DeweyRides]

We use very similar setups. I have used both the BA pad and the thermorest. I prefer the TR, but both are good it's all about what is comfy for you. Are you back to the bag instead of the quilt? I upgraded to a BA bike pack tent this year, it's awesome and I love it. But they are very proud of them.

[@LugiThePainDrinker]

I go with hammocks. Love me some swinging windy nights

[@sommebuddy]

I find a really good pillow{ i use the Klymit Drift Large} , makes up for some comfort issues with my other gear.

[@skiphalbakken859]

No, you are not crazy. Great choices. You get what you pay for!.

[@seanmasse4002]

Hey I picked up the echo park 0 degree bag and I can’t figure out how you get them so small. Are you using a compression sack for it? I assumed I would put it in some luggage but I think I will have to lash it to my luggage in a dry bag, not the end of the world but thought it would be smaller. Excellent content, see you at giant loop!

[@rjeepster8640]

You really need to try the Exped R8 down filled mattress. Amazing!

[@wendygerrish4964]

You have the sleeping pad and bag dialed. Great gear...I don't have this kit but it looks like the best there is, also its important to have a tent or hammock/tarp that you love. Its good to have reliable gear that you can use incase of fatigue, hypothermia, numb fingers etc..

[@gateshoser]

Great stuff! I'll have to piece it together with hopes of getting enough vacay to get out of Satan's armpit to go camping. Car camping we Walmart a lot of it but, the light stuff is kinda necessary for on the bike and if going somewhere cold you need to be prepared. Besides you have to have space for libations...

[@ronny-drz]

Some really great kit there, thanks for the video.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks for watching!

[@russellborn515]

I picked up the 15-degree Big Agnes on closeout, then got the Ultracore pad for it. So glad I did, super comfortable. Got one of those little pumps too, makes setting up camp much easier. Those slippers though...I just can't. Not that my camp shoes will win any beauty contests

[@ADVenturaJoe]

where does one get the basketlope. Great gear and video. Thank you sir

[@RugerM77]

I’ve used the Bigfoot Bushcraft fire starters, X-Mug, and BA Diamond Park 15F sleeping bag. They are all top notch pieces of gear. Like Dork said the sleeping bag is not cheap but it is worth every penny. It keeps me warm in mid to high 30F weather in shorts and a tee shirt. I have both of the sleeping pads but yet to use either. I’m a hammock camper so can’t comment on the tent.

[@LonerBoi88883]

I got the kelty late start 2 and the big Agnes insulated air core ultra. Just using a nature hike bag for now, I may have to get that bag.

[@JCrozier1]

I just picked up the Q core pad in 30 by 78 for 167 shipped. Should be excellent. I'm also trying to decide between the diamond park, and the echo Park bags. Same shape and function, but the synthetic one is half price and doesn't weigh too much more. I rewatched this video to remember which pump you use. Do you still prefer this one, or have a new favorite?

[@hinkski]

Great videos, question what would be a good size stuff or compression bag for rain gear.

[@PBstx1100]

Hey Dork, have you ever considered hot tent camping off the bike? Like using a small hot tent and foldable titanium stove for late fall-early spring trips. That would be some cool content to see on this channel. There are lots of backpacking KZbinrs doing it but haven’t seen any moto camp guys do it yet.

[@wendygerrish4964]

Doable with the 2-3 p teepee tents and a titanium folding woodstove w t-rollup pipe. ..need wood thu and maybe a blizzard. Most of the tents aren't free standing. Be fun to try especially when camping longer at one spot..

[@PBstx1100]

@@wendygerrish4964 there are free standing hot tents out there. Like I said a lot of the hot tent creators on KZbin backpack into their spots so if they can carry everything you should be able to on a ADV bike. Look up Lonewolf902

[@wendygerrish4964]

Yep great fan of Lonewlf902..my goodness with a handsaw, 3 lighters & hatchet Dorko already has kit for hot tenting. So you're right Zack, hot tenting would be a breeze. When temps are wintery lo, raining, windy hot tent way to go (Like his hottentized naturhik tube tent). Ive got the 2-3 ironwall=lite; polmoly 6p hex, and t1 stove. So far only camped in backyard.

[@rhondawescott5310]

What camping chair do you recommend 🤔

[@DirtRiderLife]

Nice video, great recommendations, for those moto campers who also backpack the weight of each item often influence the decision to buy or not, the pump is no exception, yes I take one, its a flextail, smaller, lighter and the version I have incorporates a lantern I hang in my tent, awesome piece of kit

[@d.Cog420]

I use the tiny smallest flextai too. About half the size and weight and the lantern feature is really good, on some kit they can be gimmicky. Pump runs for 15 mis on a single charge (timed it myself) so lots of blow ups. Good tip about using it on a fire from dotr too.

[@AusMoto]

Thanks for the overview, Dork! It's going to help me set-up my kit better 😄

[@madmaxthemotomutt6464]

Man I wanna go camping! Estill Co ky and the Daniel Boone national forest is currently on fire! And the areas that aren’t on fire is dry as bones!

[@davidruggles996]

Great video review Ben. Thank you. It all sounds expensive until you compare it to doing a similar trip and hotelling it at night. 🥺

[@csolivais1979]

That, and if you go camping alot, good gear tends to last. So if, for example, you keep that 500 dollar tent for ten years, that's not a lot per year.

[@trekOCLVone]

Where does the Fanttik X8 Portable Tire Inflator land in your must have moto camping gear?

[@thebigempty_5792]

Tent seems very similar to a Kelty TN2 I had and sold. It packed up just as small but was more of a square pack - kinda wish I hadn't sold it.

[@mkramsauer]

This is so awesome thank you for the reviews

[@DorkintheRoad]

My pleasure!

[@garrick2600]

I love my Diamond Park 0 degree bag, but I’m surprised it topped your list for this year. It’s pretty massive for a motorcycle. I use mine for car camping. The Enlightened Equipment quilt seems quite a bit more versatile than the Big Agnes due to its smaller volume and multiple configurations. I think the straps are the only downside for the quilt, however. I’m curious why you chose the BA over the EE. Thanks for the great video!

[@DiegoAstorga]

One of these days, I will steal my daughters piggy bank and buy some Big Agnes‼️👍

[@Anath525]

Dude that sleeping bag is so bad ass. I need that

[@DorkintheRoad]

It's unbelievably comfortable.

[@youngtomato6332]

How does the tent do with rain? Just light rain or can it handle moderate rain, heavy rain?

[@stakznm4f3w]

im 360 and trying to find a sleeping mat that would be good for a bigger guy thanks :) ride safe

[@RenManinJapan]

Cheap fire starter…. Cotton ball with Vaseline on it… small container for them.. that’s all I use! I only Moto camp.. I use a hammock… so I do need a tarp to cover above me.. but hammock camping by motorcycle is awesome.

[@alexsalazar9559]

Hahaha love the closing seconds

[@mrantone916]

I had a kelty, then switched to a eureka suma2 3 lbs 😉

[@cranerigging3604]

Good deal ! 👍 I get buy with a Leatherman super tool 300 on my Suzuki PE 175 .

[@clarkpitts5393]

Excellent Gear. Great vid.

[@Bikergramp57]

Excellent video thank you very much!

[@kevoham2]

Where is that kingfisher 10 place in your video?

[@jackcipir5211]

Thanks for the video!

[@dizzerguy8079]

I can't believe the chair didn't make the top ten list

[@Americanmotorcycleexperience]

Great video man

[@jongray9342]

Good content..carry on

[@eriknash8783]

Does the footprint for that tent also fit in the tent kit packed up you showed?

[@DorkintheRoad]

yes

[@TallManMoto]

Hey nice hat. Now if that poser would just make some content, amirite?! I might need to return my current sleeping bag and make an upgrade, holding the pad is super dope.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Glad I'm not the only one who has to repeat themselves 3 times to get out what I'm actually trying to say 😆

[@danielsummerville6799]

Lol at the $160 edit. I'll leave you with my good friend "Mr. Black"

[@carmenmartinez2882]

Tampax, yes Tampax dipped in Vaseline get both at the dollar store put them in a sandwich bag, cheapest greatest fire starters, never fails.

[@jcdragon77]

I just love your jokes. Baskalope😂

[@neillawson4252]

How the hell does all the gear fit on a dual sport 👍

[@brodira]

Sangat bermanfaat dan saya suka 👍

[@Lanolin410]

Regarding firestarters: just buy some cotton balls, petroleum jelly, and ziploc bags….

[@CrfHonda-f5t]

Expensive taste we have

[@DorkintheRoad]

Good gear costs money. Sad but true.

[@rayfriedman9625]

Yet another "Crazy Corporate Shill" video! However, in this case I approve completely. Especially like to SEE the products in-use/demonstrated along WITH the editorial comments/user experience/endorsements (which is to say, good job on the editing). I also don't think you need to feel too guilty about buying and recommending higher quality, expensive gear. I have (in my younger years) moto camped on the cheap, with both equipment and riding apparel, and suffered greatly because of it. I say, buy the best you can afford. Knowing you have gear that works and is comfortable to use and enjoy only increases the odds that you'll use it MORE OFTEN.

[@johnmichaels6794]

Great stuff - but please do NOT blow fires in the woods of BC!!!

[@blakeberlin6295]

A $500 tent is a requirement for motorcycle camping. Why? Because I have a BA Tiger Wall bikepacking tent, and anyone who goes motorcycle camping will do what I do.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Literally nobody said it was a requirement. Not even me. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGS3lIukjNtojMU

[@blakeberlin6295]

@Dork in the Road I forgot the smilies. I was joking. You're such a Dork. 😉

[@the_E4_Mafia]

You’ve obviously never use a Therm-a-rest pillow

[@kenkayser9337]

Keeps shutting down

[@axamitidynamit]

Definiyely not a light packer, are ya? 😂

[@agustinm9244]

ain't nobody got money for that mate. Pay attention to the prices of the gear you show

[@bluesasin1]

So…… expensive

[@the_E4_Mafia]

Dude, this is just a rehash of everything you’ve gone over before, are you running out of content?

[@DorkintheRoad]

Wait...are you suggesting that my favorite gear of the year is stuff I've ACTUALLY USED BEFORE!??!?! Congrats on cracking the code!

[@OregonFatSquatchADV]

You didn't mention the chair! What chair do you like best? I know you've mentioned it in another video, but can't remember which one...

[@atedekerhotmail]

Cool advice!!!!

[@KtmAdventureRider]

I’d Che k in getting a satellite communicator like a zoleo of the shtf. I pay 20 bucks a month and can communicate with family and friends anywhere around the world. Also has a sos button if ya go down and need help. Hitting the sos button will send the Calvary to your location. Just a thought😀

[@DorkintheRoad]

Yes I have one I carry on every ride.

[@KtmAdventureRider]

@@DorkintheRoad if you don’t mind me asking , what camera set up you using for these amazing videos?

[@479_adv]

I can't believe this dude just told me I need a $500 tent just to go moto camping. trollface.png