All-New Toyota Land Cruiser Prado To Land In Australia Mid-2024
As it is marketed in Australia, the all-new Land Cruiser Prado range is set to enhance its appeal with a five-variant lineup that includes 48-volt technology across the board. The range features the GX, GXL, VX, Kakadu grades, and the new Altitude variant, each offering unique attributes. The VX adds premium amenities, including 20-inch alloy wheels, bi-LED headlamps, and a 12.3-inch MID display. The Altitude variant focuses on off-road capability with features like all-terrain tires and a stabilizer disconnect mechanism for improved traction. The Kakadu crowns the range with additional luxury and off-road features. All models are powered by a 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine with 48-volt technology.
Yakima Launches HighSpeed, HighRoad, and HangTight 4 for Bike Enthusiasts
In this week’s Overland News of the Week, we feature The HighSpeed is a premium, low-profile rooftop fork bike mount designed for transporting various types of bikes, including mountain, road, and fat-tire bikes. It accommodates both quick-release and thru-axles, ensuring bikes are secured with a TorqueRight knob for a precise hold. The HighRoad, Yakima’s premium upright bike mount, offers a secure and sleek solution for quickly and efficiently loading bikes and protects bikes by securing them by the wheels. The HangTight 4 is a versatile vertical hanging bike rack capable of carrying all bike types up to 70 pounds each, featuring fully padded cradles for handlebar support.
$289/HighSpeed, $299/HighRoad, $1,300/HangTight 4 | yakima.com
Snow Peak Introduces the Connection Table
The Connection Table, a multi-functional piece of furniture with a low-height design, features a fire-resistant coating, enhancing its durability and safety. This table serves various purposes, including use as a shelf or bench, and is designed to integrate seamlessly with other Snow Peak products. It can be combined with the Jikaro Firering Table to extend a dining area around the Takibi Fire & Grill setups, creating a cohesive and fire-safe table space. The table’s construction includes a heat-resistant coated stainless steel tabletop and legs and aluminum alloy rubber cap knobs for stability.
$330 | snowpeak.com
Landcruising Adventure Launches Long-awaited English Book
Highly recommended, “Forever Off Track,” previously published in Dutch, details Karin-Marijke and Coen Wubbel’s transformative 3.5-year journey from Europe to Southeast Asia in a Land Cruiser, spanning 46,000 miles across 15 countries. Their adventure led them through diverse cultures and landscapes, from the hospitality of Turkey to the remote regions of Pakistan, Bhutan, and Tibet, landmine-laden jungles in Cambodia, getting lost in Laos, and enduring an illegal and malaria-interrupted passage into Tibet, culminating in an evacuation to Thailand. This 6 x 9-inch paperback book spans 384 pages, featuring a comprehensive 120,000-word narrative. It includes detailed road maps for each country covered and is enriched with 32 pages of vibrant color photographs.
Evergreen Offroad is Now a US Distributor for Manta Performance Exhaust
Pacific Northwest-based Evergreen Offroad, a leading supplier of off-road, overlanding, and camping gear, has formed a significant partnership with Manta Performance, Australia’s top performance exhaust system manufacturer. This collaboration unites the expertise of both companies to offer US off-road enthusiasts superior performance enhancements for their vehicles. By incorporating Manta Performance’s high-quality exhaust systems into its range, Evergreen Offroad aims to combine its vehicle customization knowledge with Manta’s innovative solutions, enhancing vehicle performance and the overall off-roading experience. The team at Manta brings together over 90 years of collective experience in the performance exhaust sector, where they have engineered and developed some of Australia’s top-performance exhaust systems.
evergreenoffroad.com | mantapro.com
NEMO Equipment Launches Vantage and Resolve Backpacks and Updated Moonlite Backpacking Chair
NEMO Equipment introduces the Vantage and Resolve backpacks alongside the updated Moonlite backpacking chair. The Vantage 30-liter daypack from NEMO’s Endless Promise collection features recyclable CERO fabric and CCubed cushioning, combining water resistance, comfort, and a commitment to environmental responsibility with a practical design suitable for weekend adventures. The Resolve 35-liter daypack offers similar eco-friendly innovations with an active fit, wide straps, and a supportive frame for durability and recyclability. The Moonlite Elite backpacking chair, at just 1.1 pounds, incorporates an innovative reclining suspension system using HTP and Dyneema cords.
$230/Vantage, $220/Resolve, $180/Moonlite Elite | nemoequipment.com
Joolca Launches the GottaGo Toilet
The Joolca GottaGo is a versatile, affordable, innovative portable toilet designed for outdoor enthusiasts to separate solids from liquids, enhancing hygiene and ease of use. Unlike traditional chemical toilets, it does not mix urine with the solids tank, reducing odors and making disposal more straightforward. The GottaGo is adaptable, functioning as a chemical bag (please dispose of responsibly) or composting toilet, ensuring flexibility in various outdoor settings. Its design prioritizes airtight and leak-proof performance; we like the level indicators for apparent reasons.
$280 | joolca.com
Introducing the Fujifilm X100VI
The Fujifilm X100VI is the newest addition to the X Series line, which upholds the series’ reputation for high-quality imaging, compactness, and lightweight design, enriched with Fujifilm’s color reproduction technology. The X100VI, as the sixth generation, introduces a 40.2-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor and X-Processor 5, enhancing image quality and performance. It debuts in-body image stabilization of up to 6.0 stops (each stop corresponds to the number of times you can halve your shutter speed and still capture images handheld), a first for the series, without compromising its signature compactness. Aimed at a broad audience, from professionals to enthusiasts, the X100VI marries design with functionality.
$1,600 | fujifilm-x.com
Mountain Hardwear Earns Two ISPO Awards
Mountain Hardwear has been honored with two ISPO Awards for its Specter 15°F Sleeping Bag and Alpine Light RT 45-liter Pack, marking significant achievements in innovation and design within the outdoor industry. The Specter 15°F sleeping bag, recognized for its lightweight, high-performance qualities, features an ultralight design with optimal packability, warmth, and comfort. It integrates the advanced Pertex Quantum Pro Diamond fuse shell and dual side zippers for versatility and compressibility. The Alpine Light RT 45-liter pack, celebrated for its durability and functionality in alpine backpacking, boasts abrasion-resistant materials, lightweight construction, and weather-ready capabilities.
$610/Specter 15F Sleeping Bag, $300/Alpine Light RT 45-liter Pack | mountainhardwear.com
LifeStraw Debuts Peak Series Solo
The LifeStraw Peak Series Solo is a compact and durable water filtration device designed to safeguard against bacteria, parasites, and microplastics. Weighing only 1.7 ounces, its membrane 0.2-micron microfilter boasts a lifespan of up to 2,000 liters, offering a blend of lightweight portability and long-term usability. This highly versatile tool can be attached to standard water bottles with a flow rate of three liters per minute. Constructed from 50 percent post-consumer recycled BPA-free plastic, it emphasizes sustainability alongside durability. The package includes a leak-proof top and bottom cap, custom threaded backwash syringe and user manual. We’re loving the new vibrant colors consisting of Pink Lemonade, Limeade and Blue Raspberry.
$30 | lifestraw.com
Roark Spring ’24 Collection Includes Practical Layover Traveler Pants
The Roark Layover Traveler pants are designed as an essential for everyday travel, blending functionality with comfort. Made from Embarq Dura-Stretch cotton nylon canvas, they feature a board short-style waistband and zipper fly, complemented by a drawstring that runs throughout the waist, eliminating the need for a belt. Practicality is further enhanced with zippered front pockets, a cell stash back pocket, a crotch gusset, and a back ventilation panel. These pants offer a slim, straight fit with a 14-inch leg opening and a 32-inch inseam.
$95 | roark.com
GH Carabiner Debuts the Ultimate 17-in-1 Titanium Tool
Ant Design introduces the GH Carabiner, a 17-in-1 utility tool crafted from Grade 5 titanium that offers durability, corrosion resistance, hypoallergenic, and heat-resistant properties. It features various functions, including a screwdriver with interchangeable bits, a pry bar, a level, a fire starter, and a magnetic storage compartment for essential bits. Safety is prioritized with an automatic lock and tungsten glass breaker for emergencies, while a tritium tube slot ensures visibility in low-light conditions. Its design allows it to bear loads up to 220 pounds.
$109/kickstarter.com | antdesignofficial.com
French Made Raidbox for Ineos Grenadier
The RaidBox is a removable module explicitly designed for the Ineos Grenadier. Its robust yet lightweight aluminum frame features a retractable bed measuring 195x145cm that maintains the vehicle’s 5-seater configuration in both Station and Utility Wagons. Standard equipment includes a 30-liter refrigerator, a fresh-water tank, a 12-liter gray-water tank, a two-burner stove, a sink with a showerhead, USB sockets, and a voltmeter for auxiliary battery monitoring. Multiple RaidBox models are available, featuring custom dimensions tailored to the Grenadier, durable construction materials like aluminum, stainless steel, carpet, and bamboo, and a fully equipped kitchen.
POA | capvango.com
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