Despite my best intentions to pack all of the stuff for three humans and a hound in our campervan in a sane and organized way, our camping trips rarely unfold as orderly as planned. Gregory’s Alpaca collection can help reign in the camping chaos, and the gear we tried went a long way in that regard. Notably, the Alpaca collection that includes gear baskets, boxes, pods, totes, duffels, and a gear wagon, is backed up by Gregory’s lifetime warranty. Gregory.com
Alpaca 70L Gear Basket: This collapsible storage basket that can hold up to 50 pounds of whatever you want to throw (or organize neatly) in it also breaks down for slick stowing when not in use. The light aluminum frame keeps it rigid and strong when expanded to max capacity. The durable construction will stand up to camp life, and the zippered pocket allows for organized storage of smaller items. MSRP: $79.95
Alpaca 45L Gear Box: One of my biggest gripes about standard plastic bins is the black hole my gear always seems to disappear into. That’s what makes the Alpaca water-and-dust-proof gear box so handy. The clear lid, made of Gregory’s reportedly smashproof polycarbonate Clearview material, means you can see what’s inside and find what you’re looking for without digging around like a hard rock miner. The flip-flop hinged lid allows you to open the bin from either side and secure contents for travel. Buy two or more and stack them neatly on top of each other. ($59.95)
Alpaca 10L Gear Pod: These zippable pods keep gear from looking like a yard sale in your camper or car, and the bottoms and sides are padded to better protect fragile items. The mesh lid makes finding particular items as easy as looking when you need them. MSRP: $34.95
