You do not need an expensive car to go from point A to point B, but it is satisfying to drive high performance cars.

Any leaks is not acceptable for a tent, but your current one can be painted with seam sealer to keep you dry.

There is a good cost benefit ratio for high end sleeping bags when you consider the safety factor.

Your matress should be supplemented with closed cell foam pad below 45 degrees.

Have fun out there.
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"In theory, theory and practice are the same. In practice, they are not."
Yogi Berra