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4 carrying in a heavy load, bring along Cabela’s XPG 70-Liter Backpack with a 60-pound load capacity and a balance load bar that helps you walk upright comfortably. The backpack has a durable polyurethane coating to seal out moisture and an additional rain cover. Tear- and abrasion-resistant. $269.99, cabelas.com
4. Cot setup be-
comes a breeze with Cabela’s heavy-duty Outfitter XL Cot and its built-in pivot arm. The arm adds extra leverage to help you lock the lightweight aluminum frame (with spring-loaded connecting pins) into place. Features a tough nylon fabric and an impressive 600-pound weight capacity. $129.99, cabelas.com
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long trips or emergencies, the LifeStraw Personal Water Filter processes up to 1,000 liters of water, eliminates 99.9 percent of waterborne bacteria and removes 99.9 percent of waterborne protozoan parasites. The compact filter has a high flow rate and uses neither iodine nor chlorine. $21.99, dickssporting goods.com
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after pitching the Ascend H2.3V Three-Person Tent. Provides protection from the elements with 70-denier nylon walls coated with 600-millimeter polyurethane. Fully taped seams on the tent body and rainfly protect you from extreme weather, while the 70-denier nylon tub-style floor keeps out ground moisture. $189.99, basspro.com
7. The compact
Yeti Tundra 50 Cooler holds up to 32 beverage cans that stay cold with Permafrost insulation. A no-sweat design keeps it dry on the outside. Rotomolded construction makes the cooler strong to the core. Certified grizzly bear resistant by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC). $379.99, basspro.com
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vent bears from chowing down, the Ursack S29 AllWhite food sack is made with durable Spectra fabric and a 6-foot, 2,500-lb. tensile strength cord. If packed efficiently, it can hold about five days worth of food for one person. Certified grizzly bear resistant by the IGBC. Odor barrier bag sold separately. $68.88, ursack. com
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