Before we dive in, let's discuss one important frame of mind regarding staying warm at camp. Insulation doesn't create warmth, it can only trap it, retain it, and slow down created warmth's escape. Understanding this explains why all of our secrets (except the bonus) are about trapping heat.

1) Moisture Resistance.

Moisture might be the number one threat to your warmth when camping, staying dry is key.

Do this by:

• Fresh change of clothes to sleep in.
• Waterproof Down or Synthetic Insulation.
• Vent to avoid sweat/overheating.
• Breathable fabrics with a water resistant coating. 

2) CarbUp.

Before you hit the hay, grab a complex carbohydrate snack this will supply the calories your body needs to continue producing heat throughout the night. 

Here are a few examples:

• Energy Bar
• Cheese Stick 
• Banana and Peanut Butter
• Almonds or Cashews 
  

3) PushUp.

Hit a quick set of pushups before you snuggle in. A burst of physical activity will get your blood circulating and your heart rate up. This is great for overcoming the first 5 minute shiverfest when you start the night. Make sure you don't break a sweat though (see #1). 

4) Fill the Gaps.

Your body has to heat up the entire area contained by your insulation. Therefore, reduce the empty space as much as possible, that way more of your warmth will be reserved for your body - rather than being lost to the air. Try to Pre-Warm your extra clothes then stuff them inside with you to help reduce the empty space. 

5) What to Wear.

We suggest a base layer set of merino wool + a wool beanie + medium wool socks. This will keep your skin covered and the wool will immediately wick any moisture away from your body. There are synthetic options that work great too, just don't wear cotton. 

Bonus) Add Heat.

At some point you'll run out of options, usually at 2am, and wake up cold. The only way to combat this is to add heat back to your thermal equation. Here are a few options help with that:

• Exercise
• Stoke the fire
• Snuggle up with your partner
• Or our favorite - Switch on your Hot Pocket

We Love the Wild

The whole idea behind Sierra Madre is elevating your outdoor experience. It starts with adapting your gear carry out to each adventure. Car Camping trips look different from Backpacking trips, make sure you have the gear you need to make the most of every adventure. 

The Adventurous Richard Branson loves Sierra Madre gear too!

Sierra Madre is the sound of a revolution in the outdoor world. Whereas other corporate conglomerates are figuring out which colors to push next year, Sierra Madre creates real innovations that empower you in the wild.

That's why Sir Richard Branson (possibly one of the most adventurous people on the planet) backed Sierra Madre. He believes in disrupting the status quo with the best product and service and was thrilled to partner with Sierra Madre. 

Sierra Madre gear is built to last a lifetime and only available on our website.

Sierra Madre gear was created to maximize your time in the wild, we've carefully developed a line up of accessories that help you adapt to every adventurous situation you find yourself in.

No two adventures look the same, No matter where adventure takes you, we've got your back.

Our founder, Richard Rhett, created Sierra Madre because of two epic gear failures he experienced in the wild. Both left him stranded and completely ruined his adventures. As a Mechanical Engineer turned Entrepreneur. After over 10 years of building gear, Richard has held fast to our two pillars of our gear design, 1) solve problems, and look good doing it 2) over build it with hyper quality. 

“Sleeping in the wild should be restful and enjoyable, when you're not worried about getting wet or cold - it's so much easier to feel at peace in the wild”. Being comfortable, protected, and warm in the wild helps you feel at peace... Feels like home. "That's what it's all about."

We'd love to share one of our favorite stories with you. This came from a (now) customer. 

"Hello,

My name is Jim Aexfor and I am from Minnesota. I recently returned from a trip with a friend to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota.

I have a Kammok hammock setup while my friend has your Nubé setup he purchased early this year.

During our trip we encountered a bad storm with 50+ mph winds. During the storm my Glider hammock shelter ripped in half. This happened on day 2 of our weeklong adventure. My friend's Nubé shelter withstood the winds and we ended up adding my hammock above his in the shelter so I had a place to sleep out of the rain. We had another night of rain later on in the trip and had to do the same.

I had to let you know how awesome your product is and what a trip-saver is was for us. Otherwise, the trip would have been pretty miserable for me.

I will be shouting from the mountaintops about the quality of your product and will be advising my relatives and friends to check into your products. Ever since I started hammock camping many of my relatives and friends have become interested in this great outdoor experience.

I will be selling my hammock and investing the money into one of your setups. I am a teacher and a volunteer EMT so during the upcoming winter months I will be saving up to purchase the entire Nubé system.

Thank you so much for your incredible products that saved our trip!

Jim

What an REI employee said about us...

“I work for REI in the camping department and I also teach wilderness skills for the outdoor school. I have had plenty of experience with other camping gear but not until I tried sierra madre I was never satisfied. Sierra madre has worked the kinks out with their incredible innovation!” — Robert

All Sierra Madre products are created with sustainability at the fore front.

We strive for sustainability in our product design and excellent working conditions in every factory we partner with. We believe that every human has value and if people are taken care of, then they will take care of our planet.

We also believe that quality drinking water shouldn’t be a luxury. As part of our 1 for Clean Water Promise each piece of gear contributes one year of clean water to a person who desperately needs it. Together, we can end the water crisis.