The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word BEDROLLS
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More clues leading to the result BEDROLLS
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The straight part
We know that "camping equipment" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case camping equipment = bedrolls.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BEDROLLS mean?
BEDROLLS noun- A roll of bedding that can be carried when hiking or camping etc.