With a full season of adventures in the books, it’s time to fill out the report card and see if my initial winning verdict still rings true.
American Overlander: Triple Aught Design Edition LensLight KO
Lighting sciences have advanced rapidly as of late bringing to market flashlights with amazing amounts of light all packaged in small, durable casings. The TAD Edition LensLight KO is such a light.
Head to Head: Synthetic vs. Water-Resistant Down
This time around, the new technology isn’t a wonder fiber, it’s a super feather. For the first in a very long time, this raging debate is finally getting interesting.
Backcountry Classics: The Kelly Kettle
More than a century old, it still kicks those high tech stoves right in the proverbial pants
American Overlander: Clikstand Alcohol Stove System
What alcohol stoves frequently lack is a good pot support with optimal flame protection. Thanks to the Clikstand, the long-loved alcohol stove is now––perfected
Head to Head: Pico vs Kermit
For this installment of our Head to Head series we carefully evaluate these two chairs to hopefully settle this ongoing debate once and for all.
Is There Such a Thing as Good Instant Coffee?
We’ve all tried the instant cup of coffee. Depending on which one you had your experience may not have been so favorable. Before you try it again take a look at some of the coffee’s here.
Gear Scout: Dave Ellis Torrent Tent
Besides looking like a warm, inviting, and adventurous home away from home, this tent is actually far more functional than you’d guess
Gear Scout: Nemo Equipment Astro Insulated
When you think of an air mattress you probably think of a small untraceable leak and a hard rock in your back. Well long nights awake will be no more with the new Nemo Astro sleeping pad.
Gear Scout: LED Lenser P5 Flashlight
In a world of products that try to do everything and end up doing nothing well, the P5 stands out by doing only what a flashlight is meant for and doing it exceptionally.
Gear Scout: Surefire Outdoorsman EL1
I remember the first time I held a Surefire flashlight in my sweaty little paws. It was not only insanely bright, it was a beautiful piece of mechanical artistry. I recall being impressed with the substantial feel of it as well as the amount of detail in the construction. Holding it to my face like…
Rooftop Tent or Ground Tent, Which is Best for You?
While the Roof Top Tent remains a widely popular item for overlanders, the increasing availability of ground alternatives has some people wondering which option is best for them. Here’s a few things to consider when deciding.
American Overlander: Four Wheel Campers
In our continuing series, American Overlander, we take a look at a legendary company––Four Wheel Campers.
Gear Scout: Eddie Bauer/First Ascent Karakoram 20
Although you may think Eddie Bauer has been relegated to khaki pants and throw pillows, their First Ascent line does their founding mountaineer justice in the field.
Gear Scout: Slatgrill Trail
Simple, compact, and effective. Three things that we absolutely love in one grill.
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.
Overland Expo 2013: Five Awesome Bits of Kit
Chazz Layne shows us some of the coolest products from this years Overland Expo
La Aduana: 1972 Series IIA Dormobile
It just might be what you’ve been looking for.
Mojave Desert: Beyond “The Road” – Part 1
The wonders of the desert
Review: SureFire LX2
Are you afraid of the dark?