In the world of upfitters offering fully custom campervan builds, there are a handful of businesses that stand out from the crowd, and Boulder Campervans is one. Founded by Anna and Brian Crider in Boulder, Colorado, this business is the culmination of the couple’s life-changing experience living and traveling full time in a campervan. After…
Airstream Flying Cloud 30FB Office Debuts Following Uptick in Remote Work
Inspired by the widespread shift to remote work that has occurred during the pandemic, Airstream has responded with an exciting new travel trailer specifically designed for those with the new-found freedom to roam. It’s called the Flying Cloud 30FB Office and it’s built on the bones of the Flying Cloud trailer which was originally introduced…
BFGoodrich All-terrain KO2s
It’s time I say goodbye to four dear old friends, my faithful BFGoodrich All-terrain K02s. I remember the day I brought the BFGs home—they were so pristine, with an advanced tyre footprint to evenly distribute stress, and crucially, that new tyre smell (just me!?). However, I was told by my doctor (tyre doctor) that years of…
Video of the Week: GFC V2 Platform Camper
If you like going fast and light, you’re probably familiar with GFC, aka Go Fast Campers. GFC is a Montana-based platform truck camper and rooftop tent manufacturer making the “most huckable” equipment out there, and they make it all in-house at their Belgrade warehouse. If you are debating purchasing a lightweight canopy camper that won’t…
Overland News of the Week
Ötzi Adventure Gear Spark Flatpack Portable Grill Bringing the barbecue along on off-road adventures can present a bit of a dilemma if you have limited space. But with Otzi’s flatpack portable grill and 9- by 9-inch footprint (when packed flat), there’s no reason to leave it behind. The Spark is made of precision-cut pieces of…
The Apocatron – 1986 Volkswagen T3 Syncro
I remember six years ago when I initially began the hunt for a Volkswagen (Vanagon) T3 Syncro, a wise man once said, ‘he who seeketh a Syncro will always pay £15,000 ($20,000) regardless of initial purchase price’. As I gazed up from one knee in awe of the stoic, I finally understood. I may have…
Garmin inReach Explorer Satellite Communication
Product Review—Garmin inReach Satellite Communication First off, a disclaimer: my husband and I used Garmin inReach Explorer Satellite Communication during a round-the-world motorcycle trip that lasted 708 days. DeLorme inReach (bought out by Garmin in 2016) gave us two Explorer devices—one we received on loan; the other we paid for at a 50-percent discount. The company…
Featured Flatbed Truck Camper :: Bison Overland Space Wrangler
Photo: CD Davis Pairing a compact camper with a 4WD truck is a capable and nimble approach to comfortable overland travel. But not every truck camper is created equal. Slide-in campers have some advantages, like simple installation, but they sacrifice space due to their integration with existing truck beds, and many are not really…
Nissan Debuts e-NV200 Winter Campervan Concept
While the e-NV200 compact cargo van from Nissan has been around for a little while now, this new winter camper concept aims to demonstrate how adventurous individuals or couples might enjoy an emissions-free vanlife in the colder, snowier months. And while it’s a concept and not a production vehicle, it’s certainly interesting to see another…
Boreas Campers Partners with Australian-made Cruisemaster Suspension
Boreas Campers, who made headlines recently with their feature in the new Ford Tremor announcement has another exciting development in this year. Starting in 2021, Boreas will be the first North American off-road trailer manufacturer to feature Australian-made Cruisemaster suspension across their entire line of trailers. Unfamiliar with Boreas Campers? Check out our feature of…
New from RedArc: Tow-Pro Elite V3 Trailer Brake Controller
The newest version of RedArc’s trailer brake controllers, the Tow-Pro Elite V3, has just been released and it’s got some enhancements over the previous version that aim to provide a safer, more enjoyable towing experience. Following the Tow-Pro V2, which received a 2017 Global Media Award at SEMA 2017, V3 features an easier installation process,…
Featured Truck Camper :: Kimbo Camper
Drawing his inspiration from the USS Alabama (a nuclear submarine), Mark King, founder of Kimbo Camper, designed his first truck camper back in 2016. At that time, there was nothing on the market that perfectly met his needs as an inventor and entrepreneur, so he was motivated to create something new. His goal was simple:…
The Prometheus Design Werx A.G. Wilderness Quilt for Rooftop Tents
Want to snuggle with your significant other, your dog, or maybe just get under something cozy after a long day? Prometheus Design Werx has just introduced their A.G. Wilderness Quilt, a premium goose-down comforter you can use in your two-person tent, rooftop rig, or for couch-potatoing. The quilt is like your down comforter at…
Overland News of the Week
Kuju Single-serve Pour-over Coffee Finding the motivation to crawl out of your rooftop tent or campervan in the morning can be challenging. But I speak from experience when I say that Kuju Coffee’s single-serve pour-over coffee is a great motivator to get out of bed. They offer six different options: a traditional light, medium, or…
Featured Campervan Upfitter :: Dave and Matt Vans
Dave & Matt Vans is a campervan upfitter in Gypsum, Colorado, founded by two college friends. Like many who have experienced vanlife, Dave and Matt both found living and traveling in campervans to be a low-cost yet comfortable way to travel in the United States. Ultimately, the knowledge they gained from converting and living in…
TruckHouse Unveils Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Composite Expedition Truck
TruckHouse BCT Luxury Overland Rig The BCT from TruckHouse is a composite expedition truck built on a Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO chassis. This niche market has traditionally featured full-sized and heavy-duty trucks but the BCT bucks that trend, filling the void of mid-sized expedition vehicles. But just because the BCT is smaller doesn’t mean that…
Best Overland Trailers of 2020
The Best Overland Trailers of 2020 I began considering the utility of an overland trailer while I was still traveling full-time in my RV, and here’s why. In the RV, I was frequently debating if I should leave the pavement, the lurking fear of needing to back down an off-camber dirt road ever present in…
On The Road With VanGar: Interview With The Two Travelling Aunties
Photos Courtesy of Two Travelling Aunties It all started with a Swiss-plated Unimog parked on a dusty street corner in Borobudur, Indonesia. Susie Chua and Norah Soeb spotted the hefty home on wheels during a vacation back in 2018. “We had so many questions!” Norah exclaims. “Which countries did the vehicle need to cross…
Patriot Campers Introduces Toy Hauler Range of Off-road Trailers
The new Toy Hauler line of trailers from Patriot Campers makes transporting your favorite OHV a snap. With three different sizes to choose from, these Toy Haulers are more than just high-clearance trailers. All three incorporate a “base camp” module up front by the drawbar, which offers everything from secure storage compartments for your gear…
Featured Teardrop Trailer :: The Mink 2.0
Featured Teardrop Trailer :: The Mink 2.0 The Mink travel trailer is mildly reminiscent of a space ship escape pod, ready for a quick departure from urban environments to more rustic destinations. Founded in Iceland in 2015, Mink travel trailers are designed and constructed with a focus on minimalism, functionality, quality manufacturing, and robustness. At…