Gear
First Look, News, and Reviews for vehicle based car camping and overlanding. Gear to outfit your vehicle, gear you will need for ground camping, Buyer’s Guides: Overland Expo, Goose Gear, Survival First Aid Kit, Storage systems, Outdoor Emergency Survival Gear and Equipment for Overlanding Camping Fishing.
Vehicle Gear
Rhino-Rack Backbone and Pioneer platform expand Wrangler cargo capacity
Jeep Wranglers lack interior space, but Rhino-Rack’s Backbone and Pioneer platform system offers a complete roof rack solution that maximizes cargo capacity while maintaining the ability to remove Freedom Panels and hardtops.
Vehicle Gear
High Speed Mounts Starlink Mini Spare Tire Mount Review
High Speed Mounts has engineered a professional solution for mounting Starlink Mini directly to your spare tire. We tested their rugged design across thousands of miles of varied terrain—here’s how it performed.
Vehicle Gear
KUAT’s Crossbar Riser Kit Solves Rooftop Tent Overhang Challenges
When your rooftop tent is longer than your truck bed, KUAT’s purpose-built Crossbar Riser Kit for the IBEX Bed Rack system offers a sleek solution that allows proper cab clearance without requiring an entirely new rack setup.
Vehicle Gear
All-Terrain tires with the best warranty in 2025
Whether your setup leans overland, pre-runner, or heavy-duty daily with a weekend trail schedule, these tires are made to look tough and work even tougher.
Vehicle Gear
Midland’s New Antenna and Speaker Boost Trail Communications
Struggling with spotty radio coverage on the trail? Our real-world test of Midland’s new Highland antenna and Mini External Speaker shows how these affordable upgrades can dramatically improve your off-road communications.
Vehicle Gear
First Look: GlueTread’s Trail-Side Tire Repair Kits
A family-owned Ohio company is making waves with a simple solution for one of off-roading’s most dreaded scenarios—sidewall damage in remote locations.
Vehicle Gear
Superwinch SX12SR Boosts Off-Grid Recovery Capability
A Camel Trophy-tested brand brings professional-grade recovery power to a weekend warrior’s increasingly ambitious off-road adventures.
Review
Marastar Tire Lift Caddy: A Tire Changing Back Saver
Tired of back strain from lifting heavy wheels? The Marastar Tire Lift Caddy helps you safely install tires with ease. We found it to be a must-have for any garage setup. See how it works.
Review
Iceco APL35 Ultralight Dual Zone Aluminum Fridge Freezer
Tested: Iceco’s APL35 aluminum dual-zone fridge freezer combines lightweight design, efficient cooling, and rugged overland-ready features.
Buyer's Guide
More Cool New Gear from Overland Expo West 2025
Explore top new gear from Overland Expo West 2025—from Travoca eCoolers and Dirtbox toppers to Pelican Starlink cases and Jeep’s latest rooftop tent.
Events
Overland Expo West 2025 - Standout Finds from Flagstaff
Explore standout gear from Overland Expo West 2025, including XO.SKLTN, KC’s Platform One, Goose Gear setups, and more from Flagstaff’s premier event.
Technology
Roaming the Wild: An Overlander’s Look at Starlink Roam
In the world of overlanding, where adventurers seek to explore remote terrains while maintaining a connection to the outside world, Starlink Roam is emerging as an indispensable tool. Is it right for your overland adventures? Let’s get into it.