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If you really want to level up your cold weather camping game and make life significantly easier, here’s a trick I use on longer trips: I bring along my Planar 4kw portable diesel heater. This setup is a total game-changer for those who, like me, enjoy comfort without constant maintenance during the night.
Here’s how I use it: during the day, I rely on burning wood in my stove for both heat and cooking. Wood is great, and there’s nothing like that campfire ambiance, but it only lasts for a few hours at best. And let’s be real—who actually enjoys waking up in the middle of the night to load the fire? Not me!
That’s where the diesel heater comes into play. As the fire begins to burn low, instead of getting up to reload the stove, I switch on my diesel heater and set it to low. This baby runs quietly throughout the night, keeping the tent at a comfortable temperature and allowing me to get a full night’s rest without worrying about freezing my toes off at 2 AM.
The beauty of a diesel heater is its efficiency and reliability. On a low setting, the portable diesel heater Planar 4kw uses very little fuel but puts out enough heat to keep the tent warm even in sub-zero conditions. Plus, it’s portable, so it’s easy to pack with the rest of my gear, and it doesn’t require much maintenance beyond refuelling.
So, the diesel heater is the way to go for those looking to upgrade their winter camping experience and get that perfect blend of comfort and ease. No more middle-of-the-night firewood shuffling, and plenty of cozy sleep. Boom!
