Overlanding and Offroad articles

Heading into the backcountry means relying on your gear for everything, including shelter, cooking, recovery, and comfort. The trailer you bring along isn’t just a way to haul extra cargo; it’s the backbone of your camp setup. The right off-road trailer makes a trip easier, safer, and far more...

When you’re braving the outdoors, your tent’s frame is as critical as its fabric. Without a reliable structure, even the best materials won’t protect you from wind, snow, or heavy rain. That’s why the dome-umbrella frame has become such a trusted design for all-season camping. It provides both stability...

When I bought my 2020 Jeep Gladiator, the first set of shoes it rolled out on were the Falken WildPeak AT3Ws. They were the classic “do-it-all” all-terrain tires that gave me confidence on the highway and held their own on fire roads and light trails. After putting them through...

If you’ve been around my channel or read a few of my gear reviews, you know I have a soft spot for inflatable tents... Over the years I’ve tested dozens of them—dragged them through snowstorms, pitched them in windy deserts, and even set them up in my backyard just to...

In the off-road trailer market, there’s often a frustrating divide. On one hand, you’ll find trailers that are beautifully built but cost more than most folks’ tow rigs. On the other hand, you’ll run into trailers that are affordable but poorly made, heavy, or incapable of handling serious terrain....

If you’ve spent any amount of time in the overlanding world, you’ve probably noticed that tire size is one of the first topics people love to debate… Ask five Jeep owners which size is best, and you’ll get seven opinions — and at least one of them will involve a...

I've lost track of how many portable fridges I've tested over the years. It's easily dozens, maybe more, and along the way I've seen the full spectrum of the good, the bad, and the handful that really stand out as awesome. Most fridges fall somewhere in the middle, doing their...

Venturing off the grid offers a unique sense of freedom, but it also comes with challenges. One of the most pressing is power. Without a reliable source, your lights, devices, and appliances can become useless, making camping more stressful than relaxing. The Roadrunner Teardrops 459 Expedition Delux addresses this problem...

When you’re camped high in the Rockies, parked on a windy desert plateau, or setting up camp deep in the backcountry, warmth is more than just a luxury; it’s a necessity. Anyone who has spent a freezing night in a van, rooftop tent, or ground tent knows the difference...

If there's one thing that never changes, it's how quickly the good camping spots in Big Bear disappear on a holiday weekend. This Labor Day was no exception. Now, I should've known better—but in my defense, I had to pick up my co-pilot (aka my son) from school at 2:30, which...