Ventura, California’s Ticla has an ideal starter pack for camping newbies. Its G.O.O.D. Kit, which includes a sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and roomy carrying bag, has room enough for a change of clothes, headlamp, and other items. That means you can use it as your bag, for car camping, and you don't have to struggle to cram everything into the tiny packing cases that usually come with sleeping bags and pads. From $180;
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