Adding a Sunflare 180w Solar panel & Odyssey Group 31 Battery to the FJ Cruiser The electrical demand from a fully built Overland rig will typically surpass what the OEM battery and possibly the charging system can provide. That’s why I made some key changes to our 2011 FJ Cruiser. The addition of a larger […]
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Rossmönster announces new Overland line with The Baja, their inaugural Truck Bed Camper
Rossmönster is excited to announce the launch of The Baja, Rossmönster Overland’s inaugural truck camper model. The Baja is the ultimate off-road and off-grid vehicle. Built on half, three quarter and one ton chassis, these vehicles can go where other adventure rigs can’t. The Baja is engineered to be lighter and more compact than other […]
DOMETIC 20% OFF SITEWIDE & FREE SHIPPING | MEMORIAL DAY SALE!
One of our favorite pieces of Overland kit is on sale for 20% off this Memorial Day weekend. Dometic powered coolers offer the Overland or car camper the ability to ditch the ice and bring more food and drink on their adventures. The new CFX3 Coolers offer a new look with updated insulated covers. Perfect […]
Princeton Tec Helix Backcountry Rechargeable Lamp
Helix Backcountry is a compact, lightweight lantern which puts out a bright beam that’s easy on the eyes I recently received the Princeton Tec Helix Backcountry lantern to review. This is my first experience with a rechargeable lantern and I’m impressed with the design and function of this lamp. The lamps folding legs and compressable […]
Breeo Introduces the World’s Largest Smokeless Fire Pit
LANCASTER, PA (April 12, 2021) — Breeo, the originators of smokeless fire pit technology, adds another member to its flagship lineup of award-winning fire pits with the X Series 30 (X30). The world’s largest smokeless fire pit on the market boasts a 30-inch diameter and takes every feature of previous models to the max, making […]
Overland game changer | Dometic CFX 75DZW electric cooler
Memorial Day Sale!!, 20% Off Sitewide & Free Shipping. Every once in awhile, you come across one piece of kit that really changes the way you operate. Something that really makes life better without any measurable drawbacks. After getting into the Overlanding scene a few years ago, I can confidently say that the Dometic CFX […]
Camping mosquito free with the Thermacell Backpacker 2.0
Dealing with the Vile Mosquito There are three components to my camping nirvana. Great views, excellent food and comfortable sleeping. There is also one of God creations that can easily ruin all three components. The vile mosquito. They swarm around in your face while cooking. Sting you as you enjoy the scenery. And keep you […]
Iluminate your World with Zeus Mini from GoPro
One complaint I’ve had with action cameras is their inability to perform well in low light and nighttime conditions. To improve this, GoPro recently introduced a lighting accessory called the Zeus Mini. This tiny waterproof LED light is a perfect companion for the new Hero9 Black camera. But it’s not exclusive to the cameras. When […]
XTRATUF Swingsaw GlacierTrek PRO Boot | Keeping fishermen on their feet
Originally designed for the commercial fishermen that operate in sub zero temperatures, the new Swingsaw GlacierTrek PRO from XTRATUF incorporates a new technology that grips the boats wet, icy decks. Although not a commercial fisherman living in Alaska, I do live somewhere with a 5 month supply of icy conditions every year. So I’ve been […]
Emerson Knives Mini Seax: An All-Purpose Daily Tool
The Viking Seax (pronounced Syax, roughly) was a cornerstone implement in the daily life of the Norsemen. The original EDC blade, the Seax was an all-purpose tool that saw use on the farm, in the boat and across the broad loom of slaughter. The unique shape of the Seax, a “reverse tanto” style where a nearly […]
5.11 Tactical’s RUSH12 High Performance Backpack
ON SALE! $59.49 RUSH12 Backpack Recently I was looking to downsize my travel pack. For the past few years, I’ve been running a 5.11 RUSH24. The RUSH24 is a good pack and has served me well but I wanted to scale down my carry gear and increase my mobility so I decide to transition to […]
Gerber StrongArm Fixed Blade | Built and tested for real world problems
Throughout my military career, whenever I needed a multi-tool, folding knife, fixed blade, or even an E-Tool, Gerber is the brand I chose because it never let me down. I usually opted for multi-tools or folding knives to keep on my kit, but over time I did start to realize the benefit of carrying a […]
Spot X Satellite Messenger | Peace of mind in the backcountry
Anytime you travel to remote areas, communication is often compromised. It’s a concern I have wherever I may be. As a former Ranger, communication was paramount for a successful mission. Nothing has changed since those days except the technology. Even with modern smart phones, travel to countries with a limited network will render them useless. Additionally, […]
LIFESAVER LIBERTY | Portable Water Purifier
A couple years back, my Battalion Commander took all his Junior Officers up to the North Georgia Appalachian Trail, where we all hiked about 50mi of the AT in just over 24 hours. We weren’t given a specific packing list, but told to “pack what you’ll need”. We knew with this type of terrain, for […]