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Welcome to our Burning Man Survival Guide. We hope our tips help it make The Best Burn EVER!
Welcome to our Burning Man Survival Guide. We hope our tips help it make The Best Burn EVER!
We have collected links from all over the webs of Burner Gear. Most links are from Veteran Burners on Etsy or good deals on Amazon. Click on an pic to see more info.
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There are a lot of different Fun and Stylish Sunglasses that you can get. Make sure they are UV 400 Protection though. Bring a few pairs though. They often get lost.
Some people use Ski Goggles which have a dark visor. That's not handy at night. These Welding Goggles can be used both Day and Night. Plus they are easy to Customize.
Often used by skiers, bikers and other outdoor sports fan. They provide very good filtration from the dust, but can sometimes be very warm. They come in a variety of styles, full head or only part of the face.
Often used by skiers, bikers and other outdoor sports fan. They provide very good filtration from the dust, but can sometimes be very warm. These light up at night with different colors to go with the beat. Fashionable and useful.
An assortment of styles, that don’t make you look like a nurse or doctor walking around. These are a great find. Wash - reuse - pick from a variety of styles. An essential part of you Burner Gear is a good mask.
These medical grade dust masks are a cheap and easy solution for a large group to get masks. Buy a pack and give them out as gifts. Sure you can use some markers to make funny faces on them, but the fumes may make you feel a little funny. Reduce exposures to large particles. One size fits all. Moldable metal noseband.
Hydration packs are a popular choice for many Burners. With 2 L of water on your back, and other pockets for your gear, these packs is an all in one solution. A variety of styles and colors are available. Make sure to get a cleaning pack to keep your water bladder clean.
Hydration packs are a popular choice for many Burners. Miracol Hydration Backpack keeps your fluids cool with the inside thermal insulation and insulated tube that lasts up to a duration of 4 hours.
This hydration pack features military-grade durability which will keep the content of your backpack safe while it weights only 1 pound, definitely won't burden you in outdoors.
Hydration packs are a popular choice for many Burners. U'Be Hydration Pack with Insulated 2l Bladder.
Being designed to be water-repellent and water-resistant, bike camelbak includes 2.0 liter (70oz) BPA-free hydration tank. Exterior zipper pockets system are to stash your bottle and essentials.
If you get a Hydration Backpack, make sure to pick up a cleaning set too!
ALL IN ONE CLEANING KIT: including 3 brushes and a hanging frame for drying, universal for Camelbak hydration reservoir cleaning. FLEXIBLE SNAKE BRUSH: excellent for hose cleaning. SMALLER BRUSH: perfect for mouth piece cleaning. BIGGER BRUSH: used for water bladder cleaning. COLLAPSIBLE FRAME: designed for bladder drying, can be squeezed together to fit inside the bladder and allow it to air dry, suitable for any brand bladder with Maximum mouth opening 4.7" and Minimum mouth opening 1.6".
Periodic cleaning with CamelBak® Cleaning Tabs™ keeps reservoir and tube free from taste and odor. CamelBak® Cleaning Tabs™ work in just 5 minutes for a thorough cleaning. Includes 8 cleaning tabs per pack.
These small pocket ashtrays have lasted me for many Burns. They are small and easy to pack, and extinguish any fires.
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This unique Solar lantern is completely powered by the sun, no additional batteries needed. Set it in Direct sunlight for 7 hours and LUCI color Essence lasts up to 8 hours on a single charge. Collapsible and compact, weighs just 4.4 ounces.
If you have a cup with LED Lights, the flashing lights draw attention faster to your cup to get a quicker refill. If you happen to drop them as you are walking or riding from bar to bar, they are also easy to spot.
A cup with a handle is handy to be able to fasten to your belt or backpack. Usually a leather strap or carabiner can connect your cup to your bag. A Keychain Ring and some Gaffer tape can also do the trick. This stainless steel mug is insulated and comes with a handy clip on carabiner for a handle. Just clip it on your belt, bag or ear.
Sometimes a ziptie just won’t do it.
The number of uses for a Carabiner at Burning Man are endless. From putting up shade structures, to attaching water bottles to your bike, it’s better to have a bunch of them in your pack.
Sometimes a ziptie just won’t do it.
The number of uses for a Carabiner at Burning Man are endless. From putting up shade structures, to attaching water bottles to your bike, it’s better to have a bunch of them in your pack.
Sometimes a ziptie just won’t do it.
The number of uses for a Carabiner at Burning Man are endless. From putting up shade structures, to attaching water bottles to your bike, it’s better to have a bunch of them in your pack.
Ratchet straps are sturdy and effective ways of making sure things don’t fall off your car getting there and back, but also making sure your camp doesn’t blow away in the wind once you are there.
Make sure to get some industrial strength ZipTies. The winds are strong, and everything is beaten down on the playa. These are a good set that will help you out in so many ways. Some people have even made their shade structures from them. Avoid the clear / white zipties as they are hard to find doing MOOP patrol. Get the colored or black ones as they are easier to spot.
One of the more popular shower choices is using a solar shower. Add water, hang it in the sun, and you have a warm shower. Make sure to collect your grey shower water! Children’s pools are a popular easy choice to collect your grey water.
This is the RISEPRO Solar Shower Bag, which holds 5 gallons/20L of water. And it also has a thermometer gauge to check how warm the water is.
More often than not you need to make an important, or unimportant announcement. Whether it’s a wedding ceremony or trying to sync a large build, a megaphone is a valuable item. Without one I always loose my voice by day 2. Not essential gear, but handy to have in the vamp none the less.
Bungee Cords are one of those Essential Gear you don’t always think of. These will save you in so many situations, not only the ones you can think of, but more importantly, the ones you can’t. Make sure to get different lengths as one size doesn’t always fit all.
The air mattress adopts environmental PVC flocking material, which is more safer, flexible, puncture-proof, comfortable and wearable. Meanwhile, it is waterproof to keep the surface dry and clean
Unique Design: The air mattress designed with detachable backrest which can accurately support your neck and head, extremely fit your back and prop you waist. Cup holder brings more convenience for you
Quick Inflation and Deflation: The air mattress comes with electric pump. You can use it to inflate and deflate. It just takes 2 minutes.
The Ultra Daybed Lounge invites you to relax, soak up the sun and hang out with friends.
The reinforced bottom and soft flocking make it versatile enough for both indoors and outdoors.
The backrest provides extra comfort for lounging and the additional chamber fills with water to anchor lounge
Portable twin air mattress and cot ideal for camping
Mattress features ComfortStrong coil system for support and comfort
AirTight system with Double Lock valve prevents mattress from leaking
Sturdy steel cot supports up to 300 pounds and can accommodate most people up to 6 feet tall
Dimensions 74 x 40 x 23.5 inches. Includes a 4D battery-operated pump (batteries sold separately)
Going with a group? Get a jar of earplugs for everyone. They make a great gift, and help you sleep. There is always sound blasting at burning man, these can help you shut it out for a few hours.
Portable queen air mattress and cot ideal for camping and guests
Mattress features ComfortStrong coil construction for support and comfort
AirTight system prevents mattress from leaking
Sturdy steel cot supports up to 600 pounds; can accommodate most people up to 6 feet 2 inches in height
Includes a 4D battery-operated pump
Airbed and cot for elevated sleeping support
Most Comfortable Camping Mattress for Backpacking, Car Traveling, and Hiking, Compact and Lightweight
Make sure you can pump up that air mattress. Either borrow a pump from a neighbor friend or bring one yourself.
DC12V/110V US Plug - 2 Way Air Pump supports both car cigarette and standard household power supply. CE Certified
Portable deflator/inflator - palm size electrical pump inflates/ deflates airbeds, rafts and other large inflatables with ease. But tires, basketball and balloons are not supported
Make sure you sleep great with a good air-mattress.
Full-size inflatable mattress with 20.8-gauge waterproof flocked top
Flocked surface is soft, comfortable, and prevents bedding from sliding off
Sturdy construction with 14-gauge vinyl beams and 15-gauge bottom
2-in-1 valve with extra-wide openings
Raised 8.75 inches off the floor; supports up to 600 pounds
Package Includes:1 x Air Mattress ,1 x Inflator/Deflator Pump ,1 x Storage bag ,1x Repair Patch and glue kits
A good choice of outdoor Camping recliner. Durable car equipment for comfortable travel sleeping for kid and parent, or create more room for romantic intimate motion in vechicles.
Suitable to SUV, MPV, beach, camping, hiking, outdoor, aquatic, etc. Fit most SUVs and Minivans, ultra-thin and streamline design, three-piece folding. Maximum size of expansion is 71*47 inch. Check the image for size details.
Heavy duty mattress with double-sided flocking, environment-friendly, cold-resistant features.The recommended temperature inside the car is from -15 to 140 degree F when in use.Reversible plus material with double-sided flocking, environment-friendly, cold-resistant.
Hop in this emergency shelter and improve your odds of survival when you are forced to spend an unexpected night outdoors.
Made from tear-resistant polyethylene, this bivvy reflects 90% of body heat back to you, keeping you warm.
Stay dry with sealed seam edges that provide full protection from rain, wind, and snow.
Pack up the bivvy in the included stuff sack for compact storage in a pocket or backpack. Each pack includes a 3.8-ounce emergency bivvy.
Fleece Blankets are great for keeping warm.
Contains (1) World's Best Cozy-Soft Microfleece Travel Blanket. 100% polyester fleece-knit. Lightweight and compact, machine washable, 50 x 60 inch size is perfect for travel use. Keep yourself cozy on the road with the best travel blanket you'll find.
Keep warm in bed or in a cuddle puddle with a fleece faux fur blanket.
SIZES AND MEASUREMENTS: Throw 50*60, Twin 60*80.
EASY CARE: Machine wash with cold water separately on gentle/delicate cycle, tumble dry on low temperature. Do not use bleach. Made with shrink-resistant fabric.
MOST VERSATILE BAG - 5 USES IN 1: (1) Underquilt (2) Hammock Pod System (3) Technical Blanket (4) Sleeping Bag or (5) Double Sleeping Bag!
NEW STORMLOFT™ DOWN INSULATION - UPDATED 2017: Certified 800+ fill power down both responsibly sourced and DWR treated. This means guaranteed quality down that is more resistant to moisture!
Mummy-style adult sleeping bag for camping in temperatures as low as 0 degrees Fahrenheit
Can accommodate most people up to 6 feet 2 inches in height
Semi-sculpted hood tightens with a drawstring to seal in heat. For temperatures 0 degree F to 10 degree F
SUPER WARM AND COZY: No more chattering under the cold, harsh winds. Stay warm and cozy even when it's 32F~ 50F, this sleeping bag is extremely comfortable and super warm
DUAL USAGE: Acts as a giant sleeping bag that fits two happy campers comfortably, and detachable via zippers to become two individual sleeping bags
BONUS PILLOWS: Comes with a convenient carrying bag, and two small pillows that gives your neck some good, solid support. This sleeping bag is designed for one couple or family with single young child
Silky-soft microfiber construction and generous fill enhances your comfort while you sleep
Machine wash, gentle cycle with cold water, sun-dry or tumble dry on low when needed
Premium Memory Foam- Inner material is medical grade memory foam which can retain its shape for continued support, never go flat, no more tossing, offers the right balance of support and comfort, Hypoallergenic, anti-bacterial and dust mite-resistant.
VERSATILE, COMFORTABLE PILLOW GREAT FOR CAMPING, BACKPACKING, HIKING AND TRAVEL! Bring The Big E-ZZZ Camp Pillow and get a good night's sleep wherever your active lifestyle takes you
EXTRA LARGE SIZE! 20" x 14" WHEN INFLATED! Finally, a camping pillow big enough for an adult to use comfortably
Small and portable inflatable pillow in multiple colors.
SMALL in SIZE - BIG on COMFORT! This is the most compact & lightweight inflatable camp pillow on the market – folds down to 5x2 inches, smaller than a soda can! Inflates to a comfortable pillow for head or lumbar support. Deflating back down in only seconds. This backpacking pillow can easily be carried in your backpack or pocket for convenient access. Weighing a mere 2.75oz (78g), lighter than a can of soda! This is the only travel pillow you will ever need period!
Bring The Comfort of Home Everywhere You Go - These luxury memory foam travel pillows are made from the same materials as our best selling bed pillows. This small pillow packs all of the comfort and durability of the full-sized pillow in a compact size so you are always well rested and ready for the next adventure.
Himalaya Bell Tent Canvas 8-12 Person is for the Glampers.
Large space designed to accommodate a dozen people sitting around. Contracted support structure make it simple and convenient to build, and ensure the stability and firm of the tent.
This is a lighter version of the Yurt Tent made by Ozark Trail. Much easier to setup. It’s important that the screens stay closed for the dust. It says 8 person, but really it’s 4 person tent. Unless you are sleeping on top of each other, which is possible.
Designed by former burners, this low cost solution really can handle the elements. Designing one yourself you can adapt the size and dimensions to make it unique and fit your needs.
This tepee tent has served us well for many years. You can easily stand in the middle, it’s easy to setup and sturdy against the elements. It can be difficult to put under a shade structure because of the height.
This construction developed by Buckminster Fuller is a staple of the Burning Man skyline. The design and shape makes it very durable against the elements if built right, and you can customize it like crazy.
This pop-up Ice Tent is used for ice fishing. It’s insulation against the elements makes it great for Burning Man. However, you do need to build a floor, because these tents don’t have floors. Other than that they are a great solution as a shelter.
Burner Bob Dow gives some tips. “Use a ground tarp and a small 10x10 interior tarp on top of that. It runs up the wall about 10 inches and is hooked to the giant grommets that are normally used for ice anchors. Take note that there are no screens on the ice shelter windows, just velcro edged vinyl... for the burn we cut out pieces of a furnace HEPA filter to get airflow when a fan is not blowing.”
These have to be the best shade structures you can get for the price. Designed by burners for maximum strength, shade and stability. At our camp we have different colors to create a nice effect.
Looking for some easy instructions to building your shade structure? Check out these wonderfully designed / ikea style how to build a shade structure for your burn. Really, even a sparkle pony could do it with this guide.
A simple and easy to setup shade structure that can also be used for a kitchen, dining area, whatever is the Carport Canvas Structure. Costco sells a very popular 10' x 20' carport. There are a bunch on Amazon and Ebay as well. Make sure to place down the right Guy Wires to keep it in place with the Winds. Photo via Bitwavy
Using PVC and the right connectors, an easy to pack shade structure can be made. The type of meshing you use varies on your budget. Some people prefer to use Aluminet and then there is the cheaper Shade Cloth alternative.
A popular material for shade structures is Aluminet. It’s of high grade reflective meshing that really cuts down on the sun, but doesn’t fly away with the wind.
The other alternative is Shade Cloth which is cheaper, but of course others say more inferior.
There are lots of different ways to keep your tent cool. Burningtribe has a simple hack to use reflective sheets in your tent as a shade structure.
Tarps are very handy to have at the burn. Place them under your car to make sure you don’t drip oil on the playa. Place under your old carpet to cut down on MOOP. Use it to make a shade structure to keep your campsite cool. There are many uses for tarps at your camp.
This canopy set can be used for a Kitchen area, dining area, cuddle puddle or a shade structure for whatever. It comes in a variety of colors with 4 weight bags and a roller carrying case.
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