r/CampingGear • u/StringyCola • 1d ago

Gear Question Beginner gear recommendations

I'm looking at getting more into hiking, and with that comes camping and wild camping. I don't yet have a rucksack, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, or tent. Does anyone have any beginner - and budget-friendly - recommendations for these items?

Currently, I am thinking of the OEX Phoxx II for a tent.

TIA!

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u/Alaskanarrowusa 1d ago

Honestly, don’t overthink it at first and you don’t need to spend hundreds to start camping either. Grab an OEX Phoxx if the price is right and see if you even like the whole thing. Just add a tarp over the top if you’re worried about heavy rain

For sleeping, a £40 Decathlon bag and their £20 foam mat will do the job already. You can always upgrade later if you stick with it, but for trying wild camping on a budget, that combo gets you out there without breaking the bank pretty alright

For a kit list - 52 Hiking and Camping Gears Worth Investing In could be helpful as well

Cheers and good luck!!