Diesel vs Gas Truck for Overlanding
I've pushed both diesel and gas trucks through mud, river crossings, sand washes and rock piles — and the choice matters more than the color of your roof tent. This primer cuts through showroom specs
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Fridge vs Cooler for Overlanding: Which Is Better?
Deciding between a dedicated fridge and a traditional cooler is a common dilemma for overlanders. Both options keep your food and drinks cold in the backcountry, but there’s no one-size-fits-all answe
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Maxtrax Recovery Boards Vs Other Spring Solo Overl
I've spent the last eight years running recovery gear through actual backcountry—mud bogs in Colorado, rocky terrain in Moab, and deep sand crossings in the Southwest. When it comes to solo overlandin
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Recovery Boards vs Winch: Which Should You Carry?
If you’re staring down a trip into sand washes, mud flats, or technical rock lines, you’ve got to pick your tools before the first rut swallows a tire. I’ve pulled rigs out of soft Baja sand, winched
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Roof Top Tent vs Ground Tent for Overlanding
I’ve slept on rooftop tents and on the hard dirt after river crossings, in sand washes and while crawling over slickrock — and there’s no substitute for gear tested in real backcountry conditions. Thi
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Roadandridge Comparison Best Options For 2026
After six years running a truck through everything from Utah slickrock to coastal desert washes, I've learned that overlanding gear falls into two camps: stuff that looks solid in a REI catalog and st
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How To Set Up A Roof Top Tent For Beginners
I’ve slept in roof top tents in river crossings, mud bogs, and on a windy ridge where the whole setup wanted to slide off the roof — I’ve learned what actually works and what’s just pretty in a market
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How To Prep Your Truck For Overlanding Season
Overlanding isn’t just a weekend trip — it’s a commitment to self-reliance, rough trail testing, and tackling whatever Mother Nature throws your way. Preparing your truck properly means fewer breakdow
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How To Find Free Dispersed Camping On Blm Land
Overlanding is all about freedom—finding that perfect patch of dirt where you can set up, disconnect, and truly enjoy the backcountry. But the biggest challenge? Securing a legal, quiet spot without d
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How To Cross A Water Crossing Safely Off Road
Water crossings are among the most thrilling and unpredictable parts of overlanding. But they can turn dangerous quick if you’re not prepared. Overconfidence or rushing into a cross can lead to vehicl
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How To Choose The Right Vehicle Storage
Overlanding means bringing everything you need for days or weeks in the backcountry—tools, gear, supplies—and making it all fit reliably and accessibly. But not all storage options are created equal.
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How To Choose The Right Skid Plates
When you’re pushing your rig through mud, over rocky trails, or across steep river crossings, a good skid plate isn’t just armor — it’s insurance. Cheap or poorly fitting plates will crack, shift, or
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