These Camping Gear Finds Transformed My Outdoor Adventures—And Could Change Yours Too

Ever wrestled with those flimsy camp grills that barely hold together long enough to toast a marshmallow? Yeah, me too—and believe me, the Bola grill is a heavyweight contender in a ring full of featherweights. This beast isn’t for the backpacker’s light pack, nope. It’s built solid with cast aluminum and stainless steel, so you get that satisfying heft when you pick it up—kind of like lifting dumbbells after a long break. But here’s the kicker: its true power lies in that versatility. Imagine grilling, smoking, searing, frying, baking, and even skewering— all with one compact, tough-as-nails tabletop rig. It’s the Swiss Army knife of car camping grills, adapting to all kinds of heat sources and cleaning up like a breeze. Ready to level up your outdoor cooking game? LEARN MORE

We’ve gone through our share of rickety camp grills, but the Bola is in a different league. This sleek, tabletop grill is built like a tank, with cast aluminum and stainless steel, so it feels sturdy and premium the moment you lift it—though fair warning, you’ll definitely feel it when you lift it. This is a car camping grill, not something you’re hauling up a mountain.

What makes it special is its versatility. The adjustable, rotatable grates give you total control over cooking, and with the right attachments, you can grill, smoke, sear, fry, bake—even skewer like a pro. It also works with different heat sources, making it a kind of one-grill-fits-all situation. Cleanup is surprisingly easy, and the whole thing packs down neatly for storage.