Best of Philly

2021 Best Gorpcore Camping Gear

Totem Brand Co.

Ah, gorp: Good Ol’ Raisins and Peanuts, a.k.a. trail mix. Gorpcore, though? Think normcore plus camping. And for the rare gorpcorer who likes the practice of camping as much as the aesthetic, Totem has the paisley folding chairs, hops-printed hammocks and portable stainless steel grills that will ensure your gear is as tasteful as the gorp in your Fjallraven fanny pack. Read More »

535 South Street, Philadelphia, PA Website

2015 Best Camping Gear

Fireside Camp Supply

No room in your closet for camping gear? No worries. Small but mighty Fireside rents out everything you need for a weekend in the Great Outdoors, from tents to stoves to sleeping pads. No plans to leave city limits? They have the coolest wool backpacks, plaid blankets and beanies to complete any urban-camper look. (Scope them out at one of the store's monthly BYOB s'mores nights.) Read More »

2207 South Street, Philadelphia, PA | 267-928-2757 | Website