We here at Expedition Portal have a comprehensive “Field Tested” review of the new iKamper Blue Dot Voyager wedge-style rooftop tent and the ExoShell 270 Awning heading your way within the next two weeks. That does not mean we can’t spoil you with a preview of two new iKamper products launched on 5 October 2022. iKamper is a relative newcomer…

Whether you believe the Toyota Land Cruiser to be the G.O.A.T. or not, there’s no denying the popularity of this vehicle among off-road enthusiasts and overland travelers, and for good reason: they are darn-near bulletproof. Earlier models had solid axels, and the overall reliability and durability of this platform has seen it travel to all corners of the globe. From…

A brand new, high-quality wedge rooftop tent and 270-degree awning for less than $3,500? Impossible!   On a recent tour across the width and breadth of the USA, we equipped a Range Rover Classic with a Wedge rooftop tent and a 270 awning, transforming the vehicle instantly into an overlander. In an age when recreational vehicle prices have hit the…

How would you like to help feed hungry children while also getting the chance to win an iKamper Skycamp Mini rooftop tent?   This Thanksgiving season, iKamper is partnering with the Conscious Alliance in an effort to reduce hunger in communities across the United States. The goal is to raise $5,000, a sum that will purchase 10,000 meals for hungry…

For all of their advantages, rooftop tents do have one obvious downside and this is the real estate that you must sacrifice on top of your rig to mount them. Sure, some RTTs offer the ability to mount load bars for cargo, but that often comes with significant weight limitations. But the folks at Thule have a solution: the Thule…

Montana-based Go Fast Campers has a penchant for producing drool-worthy overlanding gear, and they just did something that is likely to send waves through the rooftop tent (RTT) market. Behold the SuperLite: a sub-100-pound, hard-shell, made-in-the-USA rooftop tent for $1,300. Cue fireworks. EDIT: a SuperLite mattress to go with your SuperLite RTT will add $279, and a telescoping ladder adds…

There has always been something about old trucks with bed campers that captures my imagination. Maybe it’s the Texan in me or my childhood readings of Travels with Charley, but every time I see one, I long to leave the world behind in pursuit of an endless horizon. How could I not, though? A pickup with a camper is about…

Eezi-awn’s next evolution in roof top sleeping is as impressive as we expected it to be.

Building a dream camper for North American adventures

The newest RTT to be release promises to be light, affordable, and easy to mount.

There’s a quote that states without struggle there is no progress. Well if putting up your tent and dealing with the wind noise is considered struggle, then the James Baroud is certainly progress.

The F-250 is a favorite on our forum with recent examples including this 1997 with a Bimobil camper, a 2018 Lariat with an XPCamper V2, and a 2021 Tremor with a Northstar Liberty camper. Today’s (124,000 miles) 2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty has to be one of the most unique to date and showcases a “bulletproofed” 6.0-liter Power Stroke motor,…

The G-Wagon, like the Toyota Land Cruiser, is considered a pinnacle overland vehicle. The Geländewagon was originally developed in Austria by Steyr-Daimler-Puch to be a hardcore military off-roader. However, in more recent years, the platform, much like the new Land Rover Defender, has become something of a status symbol and has subsequently pandered to the luxury market. Prices have reflected…

Husband and wife team Graeme and Luisa Bell have put their heads together to come up with a few Valentine’s gifts for all you lovers out there.  As a couple who have been together for close to a squillion years, we do not celebrate Valentine’s Day with roses, expensive meals, and lacy underpants. Instead, as we do with all gift-giving…

We’ve shared some great value rigs to the forum this January, and today’s low-mileage 1998 Stewart and Stevenson M1078 with 25,xxx-miles is one of the best to date. If you’re in the market for a capable four-season live-in vehicle with the payload to support all the luxuries of home, look no further. At just $40,000 OBO, this rig represents exceptional…

In recent years, hard-shell rooftop tents (RTTs) have gained significant popularity, and there are compelling reasons for this despite their generally higher cost compared to soft-shell models. While both have their respective pros and cons, hard-shell tents are generally more durable, streamlined, and practical for specific applications. The practicality of a rooftop tent is evident not only in its ease…

At CES 2024, Jackery, commonly known for its expertise in solar generators and portable power stations, unveiled its solar rooftop tent. This groundbreaking product is anticipated to inspire numerous imitations due to its innovative design and functionality. Nimesh Patel from Jackery introduced the solar RTT as a unique fusion of comfort and technology. Equipped with a 1,000-watt solar generator and…

It’s safe to say that Japanese manufacturers are synonymous with reliability and build quality. Whether it’s a Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Suzuki, Isuzu, or indeed a Mitsubishi, chances are it’ll be a vehicle you can depend on (which is why I’ve just bought one). However, while used 4WDs like the Toyota Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol demand big money, the Montero…

I’ve been somewhat obsessed with the first-generation Tundra ever since Stephan Edwards featured the 2005 Toyota Tundra built by Basil’s Garage. It’s an inspiring build and did a wonderful job of showcasing the potential of this relatively affordable platform (we recently featured a 2004 SR5 for just $9,000). In terms of overlanding credentials, I’d argue that, in many respects, the…

Soft-shell rooftop tents have a long history, dating back almost as far as the invention of vehicles to which they could be attached. The concept of a canvas roof tent may have been inspired by the covered wagons that played a crucial role in trade and travel for centuries. There’s something undeniably charming about a canvas tent, reminiscent of the…