We Fell for TEMU’s Camping Gear Traps So You Don’t Have To!

TEMU makes it incredibly easy to feel like you’re getting the deal of a lifetime. Countdown timers. “95% OFF” prices. Hundreds of dollars in credits. And, of course, that tempting promise of $1,000 in free stuff that never actually materialized for us. We decided to try shopping for inexpensive camping and overlanding gear ourselves—and yes, we fell for some of the hooks. In this video, we break down what happened, what we bought, what we actually saved, and how TEMU kept trying to convince us to spend more money to unlock the next “reward.” 🏕️ Our camping gear haul included: 🪚 6-inch 21V cordless mini chainsaw with two batteries Displayed price: C$37.04 Estimated price after promotion: C$29.53 🛞 4x4 recovery and traction boards with straps Displayed promotional price: C$69.87 Estimated price after promotion: C$55.90 TEMU’s claimed discount: 95% off an eye-popping C$1,221.99 reference price 🌲 Folding camping hand saw Displayed promotional price: C$17.17 Estimated price after promotion: C$13.74 TEMU’s claimed discount: 87% off C$107.99 ⛏️ Multi-function folding shovel with saw and pickaxe Displayed promotional price: C$10.44 Estimated price after promotion: C$8.36 TEMU’s claimed discount: 39% off C$13.76 Estimated total after the displayed promotions: C$107.53 Total before the additional promotions: C$134.52 Displayed promotional savings: C$26.99 We also talk about: 💸 Why our promised “free” merchandise never showed up 🎯 Being asked to spend roughly C$350 to unlock a C$200 credit ⏰ Countdown timers and constantly changing offers 📈 Questionable reference prices that make discounts appear enormous 🛒 How TEMU uses one-more-purchase thinking to keep you shopping ✅ How to set a firm budget and avoid chasing rewards you may never receive Would we recommend shopping on TEMU for important camping or recovery equipment? Probably not. But if you’re determined to try it, watch this first. We fell for it so you don’t have to. Prices above are based on the promotional estimates visible in our screenshots. Final checkout totals may differ because of taxes, shipping, cart requirements, and changing promotions. 👍 Please like the video, share your own TEMU experience in the comments, and subscribe to GONE1970 for more honest camping, overlanding, gear-testing and outdoor-adventure content. Get going, get GONE.