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For my first year at Burning Man I wore jean cut-offs and tank tops and ended up under a shelter made of plastic garbage bags. Why suffer such a learning curve? Steal my ideas, gain from my experience. Countdown to burn time. Time to start shopping! (2009: still updating three years later!)

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Eleven years of expertise in partying in the desert

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Icosa Village Pods

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3 people recommended this item

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The original iPod, the Pod homes from Icosa Village are prefab shelters made of plastic pieces that snap together like an Erector set. Easy to build with no need for special tools or skills, the Pods are extremely strong and yet very lightweight.

Originally designed as more humane temporary shelter for displaced people in emergency situations, Pods were first tested at Burning Man. Gorgeous to behold and out of this world. If you have the funds, this is a must have for the playa.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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Houses | Tumbleweed Tiny House Company

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Part of the challenge of Burning Man is selecting the right luxuries from what we call the analog (or "normal") world to bring with us: carpets, martini shakers, cushy air mattresses and duvets. With this option from the Tumbleweed Tiny House Company, you can take comfort and luxury to a whole new level without showing up in yet-another-RV. Screw that, you can bring your whole house...albeit a tiny one. (via ExLibris)

Updated Sep 29, 2008

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Oval Marquee (13' x 18') - Ren Fair Tent

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Geodomes are so 2000. Be the coolest one during the next dust storm and the place for the next sundowner cocktail hour!

Toss in a couple of rugs, some cushy pillows and a lantern or two and you've got a tempting lair with which to lure the finest ladies and gents on the playa.

Updated Jul 24, 2009

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the Nomad yurt by ECOSHACK

6 people recommended this item

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The Yurt revisited for the comfort loving burner who is willing to shell out a few clams for the 'roof' over his head.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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Springbar Camping Tents

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The perfect tent for Burning Man can stand up to heavy, sudden wind storms, breathes well but keeps the dust out, and keeps cool enough during the day that you can duck in for a costume change without passing out. For these high standards, Spingbar tents seem to be the closest match that I've found so far.

Some people may have issues about the fact that this thing weighs a ton, but unless you're biking to the playa, all that matters is that it fits into your car. True it isn't multi-functional, but those who've been there know that a tent, once on the playa, is always destined for the playa. If you're a Burner for the long haul, this baby might be worth the investment. Buy a North Face for backpacking and make this your dedicated playa abode.

Updated Jun 8, 2008

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Beach Burner Portable Bonfire 24 inch Recycled Steel Fire Pit by johntunger

3 people recommended this item

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Fire belongs in something glorious. Set the proper tone with a custom fire pit. Put down that Tiki Torch and back away from the BBq, this is the only place to roast your marshmallows and get your nose toasty on the playa.

Burn fire, burn. (via Thanks to trishienow's excellent taste!)

Updated Jul 28, 2009

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Rubber Ducky

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You're going to need protection for everything you pound into the ground. After years of using tennis balls I can tell you from experience: Rubber Duckies just look cooler covering your tent stakes. And they come with a handy hole for impaling.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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IKEA MAMMUT STOOL

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I know you're thinking. Ikea? Really? But you know what looks worse than mass-produced-yet-stylishly affordable swedish furniture? Camping gear. Bring as little as possible.

Updated Jul 31, 2009

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IKEA POKAL SHOT GLASSES

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You bought that nice brandy in duty free and now you want to share with your new friends. Don't make them all swig from the bottle. Glass is class.

Updated Aug 10, 2007

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IKEA OPTIMAL COCKTAIL GLASSES

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You can eat off paper plates but the buck stops at the glasses. Sure you're in the desert, but what are you, an animal? You drink your box wine out of a real wine glass and your martini will never see the inside of a plastic cup. Some standards simply must be kept.

Updated Sep 11, 2007