My name is Christophe, and I’m a compulsive organizer. Some of you might find that humorous, but I know many of you are shaking your heads in affirmation because you too just can’t stand having one tiny thing out of place. Fortunately for us, we have a support system—TrekPak. I first started using TrekPak organizers…
The Coolest Cooler: Otter Box’s New Venture 45
As a long-time fan of Otter Box phone and pad cases, I was a little surprised to see the Colorado-based company enter the seemingly saturated cooler market. That said, I knew they had the resources and design acumen needed to create a winner capable of standing above the competition. After receiving an early sample of…
Field Tested: Filson Duffle Pack
Like all good things, Filson products do not come cheaply. Don’t read that to suggest they are a poor value. Far from it, all of their bags are capable of serving several generations of users, making even their most expensive items a flat-out bargain—but the entry point can be too steep for some. To open…
ExPo Roundup: Storage Cases
We lugged our gear around the world to bring you the best of the best in storage case solutions.
American Overlander: North Street Flanders Backpack
When company founder, Curtis Williams, started North Street Bags, his mission was simple enough. He wanted to make high-quality bicycle panniers and backpacks with homegrown materials, by hand, one-by-one. Only a few years in, he’s building a loyal following of people drawn to his clean designs and uncompromising attention to craftsmanship. The Flanders is his…
Truck/SUV Drawer Buyer’s Guide
No matter how much we try to trim down our kits, more and more gear continues to find its way into the back of our rigs. As these items continue to pile up, it becomes increasingly difficult to locate specific items amongst the mountain of countless duffels, tool rolls, and pelican cases—not to mention the…
Field Tested: Sea to Summit 90L Duffle
Australia’s premium gear maker jumps into the expedition duffle game.
Field Tested: Eco Bags’ String Bag
A cheap bag for your loose goods
Show News: The 2017 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market
Overlanding continues to make inroads into the growing outdoor industry.
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…
Field Tested: Yeti’s Brand New Hopper Flip 12
Yeti brings big performance in a little package with their latest soft cooler.
Backpack Roundup: From the Portable Safe to the Waterproof Hauler
Eleven different packs for as many different uses. Which one is best for you?
American Overlander: Frost River Voyaguer
If you have an appreciation for quality goods and the makers who stand behind them, you will love the Voyaguer.
Field Tested: Yakima Showcase 15 Cargo Box
I put Yakima’s latest roof top hauler to the test.
Prometheus :: S.H.A.D.O. 28L Pack
A feature rich, technical, Field-EDC pack, made in the USA.
American Overlander: Hill People Gear, Conner Pocket/Pack
Designed, made, and tested on the edge of the Colorado Rockies.
Field Tested: EVOC CP 35L Camera Pack
I spend a week testing EVOC’s largest camera bag and test myself in the process.