There are a handful of items in the overlander’s inventory which seem to never go out of fashion, and radio communication systems rank high on that list. On our Expedition Portal forum we have a category dedicated to that one subject and it has accrued thousands of posts over the years. It is also a…
Field Tested: Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
A tale of two Yetis. How well does the new Lithium powered Yeti 400 improve on its popular predecessor?
Field Tested: Gear Aid ARC LED Light and Power Station
Shed some serious light on your situation with this 320 lumen light and battery pack.
Field Tested: The ROAM app from onXMaps
I test one of the newest map apps on the market.
Field Tested: SnoMaster Traveler Series BD/C-42SS
Developed in the African bush and now available in the States, we test SnoMaster’s 42 liter fridge/freezer.
Field Tested: UE Roll 2
A speaker to survive all your adventures
Field Tested: Dometic CFX-50 Fridge/Freezer
This price-minded 12V chiller offers great performance at a reasonable price.
Last Minute Gifts Under $50
Great gifts don’t have to break the bank.
Expedition Portal’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for something to get or give this holiday season? We did the shopping for you.
SEMA 2016 Day Two :: Product Showcase
While most of the project vehicles at SEMA have become the bastions of bad taste, there are still fantastic products and new innovations to be found. For this product showcase, I review some of the more notable offerings. WARN: Each year Warn manages to not only release new products, but also stay true to…
First Look: Magellan eXplorist TRX7
Magellan jumps into the off-road navigation game with a dirt-purposed GPS system
Field Tested: FlexoPower Atacama 79 Watt Panel
Whether it’s in the sun, the shade, or being shot by AK’s, the Atacama 79 Watt delivers
Buyers Guide: Portable Fridge-Freezers
A guide to the best 12 volt fridge-freezers on the market.
Let there Be Light
I test the best camp lights on the market. From $12 to $200 and everything in between.
Field Tested: The EFOY GO! — An Overland Power Pack
The future of portable power comes to the overland traveler with this compact power supply.
Anker’s New PowerHouse Brings Serious Competition For GoalZero
If you need to power up your gear without adding a dual battery system, Anker’s new PowerHouse is worth a look
Outdoor Retailer Winter Show 2016
New toys for the overlander.
Road Work: The Pocket Office Built for Adventure
We evaluate five advanced tools that allow you to work from anywhere.
Field Tested: Filson Scout Watch
Justin Coffey of Westx1000 evaluate’s Filson’s classic ticker.
Gear Scout: LED Lenser SEO 7R
Over the last several months I have been evaluating many of the newer headlamps to hit the market. While many of them have been rather uninspired additions to an already crowed field, a few have stood out as impressive discoveries. The SEO 7R from LED Lenser falls into that latter category. With a maximum output...