The Tire Table by Tailgater is yet another piece of gear for overlanders who love things attached to their vehicle. It's sturdy, fast to setup, and stows away nicely. It's also kind of pricey. Is it useful enough to validate the price? Check out our Tire Table Review. Product Link: Tailgate Tire Table at Amazon … Continue reading Tire Table Review: A tire-mounted table for overlanders and campers
Review: Blundstone Boots in the rain
Last week I published my short-term review of the Blundstone Boots, specifically the Rustic Brown (585 model) from the 550 line. I touched on how my Blundstone boots performed in rain, but I wanted to write this post to give a little more detail. Product Link: Blundstone Boots on Amazon Southern California isn't typically know … Continue reading Review: Blundstone Boots in the rain
Blundstone Boot Review: 3 months of travel, wet weather, and rough terrain
In this Blundstone boots review I'll tell you my experience with these popular all-weather rugged boots. While three months does not give me a chance to talk about their long-term durability, I'm confident to speak on many aspects of this boot including comfort, water resistance and ruggedness, style, and convenience. Product Link: Blundstone 550 boots … Continue reading Blundstone Boot Review: 3 months of travel, wet weather, and rough terrain
SOG Traction Pocket Knife Review: Best EDC Knife?
In the never-ending hunt for the perfect everyday carry knife the SOG Traction Pocket Knife checks off many boxes. Lightweight. Thin. Discreet. Durable. And I prefer my every day carry (EDC) knife to be under $50. Product Link: Amazon.com or sogknives.com SOG Traction Knife Review With just a few flaws, this knife covers all of … Continue reading SOG Traction Pocket Knife Review: Best EDC Knife?
Maxsa Traction Boards Review: Stuck in sand and successful recovery story
When going offroad I always say the three most important things you can bring is an air compressor, shovel, and traction boards. I recently got myself into a pickle -- deep sand about 100 yards off the main road and was able to try these recovery tools in a real world scenario. This experience is … Continue reading Maxsa Traction Boards Review: Stuck in sand and successful recovery story
Viair 88P Air Compressor Review – critical gear for offroad & overland road trips
Someone recently asked me what preparation and recovery gear is essential if you're going offroad or overlanding. One of the first things that always comes to mind is the Viair 88P portable air compressor. Airing down your tires when going offroad is important and you'll need a quick way to air them back up when … Continue reading Viair 88P Air Compressor Review – critical gear for offroad & overland road trips
Gazelle T4 Hub Tent Review — one of the easiest tents I’ve ever setup
In this article we review the Gazelle T4 Hub Tent. This tent is easy to set up and durable, making it a solid option for camping and overlanding. Priced under $400 you can hit the ground running and get out to your favorite campground or remote piece of solitude without dreading poles and loops. A … Continue reading Gazelle T4 Hub Tent Review — one of the easiest tents I’ve ever setup
Review: Ryno Tuff Sleeping Pad Mattress for camping
Finding a compact and comfortable sleeping pad for camping at a reasonable price has been a goal of mine for awhile. The Ryno Tuff Sleeping Pad Mattress has proved to be durable, comfortable, and compact. The price makes it a great low-risk option as you'll see in my review. → Product Link: Ryno Tuff Sleeping … Continue reading Review: Ryno Tuff Sleeping Pad Mattress for camping
Why I love my Softopper — a 3 year review
After doing a bit a research I decided to give the Softopper brand camper shell a try because of the versatility. Another great alternative is the Bestop SuperTop truck topper which goes for around the same price. Below is a list of my Pros & Cons followed by more detail about this soft-sided truck shell. … Continue reading Why I love my Softopper — a 3 year review
Review: Casio Tough Solar Watch perfect for active outdoorsmen
If you're looking for a solar-powered sports watch in the $50 dollar range, the Casio Tough Solar Watch is one of the best products out there. Though not as popular as Casio's G-Shock line, the Tough Solar watches check many boxes including analog-digital faces, stopwatch, timer, time zones, and alarms. ITEM REVIEWED: CASIO TOUGH SOLAR … Continue reading Review: Casio Tough Solar Watch perfect for active outdoorsmen
