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Category Archives: Gear
Rugged Ridge Releases X-Clamp System
Designed to be extremely versatile, the new X-Clamp system is an innovative way to mount lights, cameras, antennas and more, regardless of the vehicle they’re being mounted to.
ComeUp USA Releases New Walrus Winches
Perhaps best known for adorning the fronts of most Arctic Trucks, the new Walrus winch proves once again that ComeUp is an industry leader.
Cooper Discoverer A/T3
Released in 2011, you could still call the Cooper Discoverer A/T3 a new tire. We’ve had the opportunity to test it over the last year on a variety of platforms and it has handily exceeded our expectations.
Gear Scout: ArkPak Smart Charger
Unlike many power packs which are built around a sealed, proprietary battery, the ArkPak can optimize the efficiency of any 12V battery, keeping your gear fully charged.
ufyt Systems, A Drawer System for Full Sized Trucks
Designed by an Overlander, for Overlanders, the ufyt drawer system is an excellent option for anyone looking for storage in their full size truck.
Gear Scout: Antigravity Batteries XP-1 PPS
Think it’s impossible to jump start a car from something that fits in a pocket? Well until recently it was, but the XP-1 has broken the barrier.
American Overlander: Four Wheel Campers
In our continuing series, American Overlander, we take a look at a legendary company––Four Wheel Campers.
Gear Scout: JakJaw
We try to minimize danger in everything we do, however sometimes a risk has to be taken. Jacking up a vehicle is sometimes one of those risks. Fortunately great tools like this help make that job a little safer.
Long Term Review: ARB 47L Fridge Freezer
Three years later we look back on our trusty ARB Fridge. We had high expectations of this product, and it certainly didn’t disappoint.
Kexby Car Seat Covers
Black vinyl may be a good choice for car seats if you are in the cold and damp of a typical English summer. In the the hot desert sun of the American southwest, it’s not such a good choice. Since we do a lot of exploration in Arizona and Nevada we needed to address the…
Gear Scout: Flexitank
Water. It is arguably the single most important item you can bring for your health and safety on a trip. It regulates your body temperature, lubricates your joints, and cleanses impurities from your system, yet for some reason it is often under-packed or overlooked when planning for an off-road excursion. The fact is that water…
Aether Motorcycle Jackets
Timeless look with functionality
The Overlander’s Checklist: Personal Carry
The essentials
Exclusive First Look at the New AT Overland Off-Road Flatbed trailer
A flat bed that’s tough as nails, and as capable as any 4WD you pull it behind.
Auspit: An Interview with Jon Sattler
Auspit is an Australian made portable rotisserie that is lightweight and packable. With several configurations the Auspit provides a unique cooking solution for an overland camp or for your back yard!
Sport Masters All-Purpose Awning
Light weight and compact storage dimensions.
Camp Awning
I wanted to make an awning that would interface with my Thule rack, and provide an easy set-up/tear down. This is an initial prototype, but it has proven to work pretty well. Awning Design Rack Parts: Thule Parts- Thule Hull-A-Port Kayak Rack (835) Thule QuickDraw Ratcheting Boat Straps (855) Thule Aero Foot…
Rasta 4×4 Jemmy Jack Test
It is exciting to see a completely new approach to changing a tire or axle on the trail or even on the side of the road.
ARB Touring Series III
Camp in style with ARB’s new Tent, Annex & Awnings.