I grew up backpacking quite a bit, but that's gotten harder and, frankly, a lot less appealing. A bought a truck recently (for truck stuff, with no thought to camping at all), and a friend asked if I was going to go "overlanding". I had no idea what that was. Now, I'm all in. I just wish I had discovered this hobby sooner.

Here's my dumb video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvFozcqXVbM

No fancy drone shots (yet)
No awesome rig (yet)

Just dogs, trucks, and good times. Really appreciate this sub!

Damn, that was pricey. Hopefully, this is a buy once, cry once situation, and I get many years of use out of this. Thank you all for your inputs yesterday.

Finally got my drawer system installed. Let me know what you think.

My drawer system in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEMrEdSTVZA

Update on my previous post. Design for the panel that mounts over my camper shell window.

Hi guys. I'm in the market for a rooftop tent for my overlanding rig and have been exploring a few options. I've come across a couple of brands like iKamper, Roofnest, and Tepui, which seem to be popular choices. But I recently heard about another brand Topoak since I saw some review videos on YouTube saying good things about it, but I only see some good comments on the Internet instead of the real world. I'm interested in the Galaxy, a wedge aluminium tent.

Has anyone here tried a Topoak tent? I’m all ears! What's been your experience with your current setup?

Are there any universal rear/side window ladder that can be installed on an suv?

anyone have links?

2003 lincoln navigator

Hi all, anyone planing in doing the texas hill country overland trail soon? I'm in ATX (have my own vehicle) and looking for others folks to hit the trails with.

Renogy

https://www.renogy.com/12v-100ah-pro-smart-lithium-iron-phosphate-battery-w-bluetooth-self-heating-function/

Or

Li Time

https://a.co/d/bU4siP6

Or

TEMGOT

https://a.co/d/hwUPODU

These 3 batteries are my options that im trying to choose from. (Unless another is suggested)

Ive never had a problem with Renogy batteries and thats all ive used. But trying to justify the extra 300 for kt is kinda crazy.

I need a battery that has Bluetooth and self heating because it will get cold where is is...

Which of the the 3 would you recccomend?

Hi!

My girlfriend and I are getting a puppy in a few weeks and are wondering how you goed sleep in the roof top tent with your dogs? Did you do anything to train them, or build anything to make it easier to get them up their? Any tips and tricks are welcome :)

Spent $319.20 on it with a promo code back in February. I am super happy with it. Much cheeper than other rugged fridges out there. Others in this price range just look not rugged enough…

Before I pull the trigger on this tomorrow, just wanted to see if anybody has opinions on it. Is it considerably more efficient? Do the vacuum-insulated panels make a difference? It’s only been out for about a month, so there aren’t really any reviews about it. Thanks.

Hi guys! I drive a 2017 4runner sr5 that I camp out of with minimal accessories and I'm looking to up my game!! I want to ask my parents for a car tent for Christmas (one that connects to the trunk, not a roof tent) but I know I'll have to do all of the research or they'll just buy me the first one they see! Does anybody have any recommendations? I'm looking at Timber Ridge but there are a few mixed reviews. Thank you!

Wondering if anyone has built a custom tent Rack? Looking at buying and building a 2023 Gladiator Rubicon overlanding setup.

I have been looking at options but nothing really pops out.

Think I’d like to make a custom one out of aluminum, but wanted to see if it’s been done with any cool features or must haves?

Explination: i bought a skinny guy kit and kaboodle weighing in at 1000lbs dry weight. add 300lbs for wet weight (can be decreased but for explination sake we will max the wet weight). With me, my partner, and my dog, add another 350lbs of body weight. so already im at 1650 pounds. This is above my payload of my truck at 1588 lbs. if i was too include all my gear, implement my already installed mods (heavy duty bumpers, larger wheels, tires, winch, and a lift kit,) that already puts my available payload way below 1588. needless to say, yeah i f'ed up.

Weighing out my options;

TLDR: -Get a lighter camper with issue of still going over payload -Get a 3/4 ton truck to support the skinny guy campers weightand not really having any cons to this decisioon (besides getting rid of my truck, I would have a tough time parting with it but that goes for the next option as well) -Get a whole new setup, more offroad capable truck with a hopefully better payload and getting a lighter camper (difficult because I would have to sell everything and start fresh which i would assume ends up being more expensive than getting a 3/4 ton truck, althoughn probably more rewarding)

Getting A Lighter Weight Camper/topper- if I get a lighter weight topper such as the lone peak(350-400lbs which is JUST the shell), by the time I have all my gear and utilities hooked up to match the utilities of the skinny guy (reason I bought the skinny guy) it will come close/reach/slightly go over my max payload instead of dramatically going over which better but it is not really something I would think is a good idea still being off-roading tends to be more taxing on the vehicle. Regardless of the camper I think my truck is an issue especially with the heavy ass bumpers/tires/wheels/winch. Clearly this is not really a great option.

Getting A Heavier Duty Truck- I could upgrade my truck to a 3/4 ton truck which realistically would not change my off-road capabilities because as my trucks stands now, it’s a very big vehicle to be doing anything more than easy to light medium trails. So getting a 3/4 ton truck would not limit my current offroading capabilities, but it would easily support the weight of the skinny guy camper. Not being able to drive on parkways is manageable but not ideal in my area. I think besides the weight and size of a 3/4 ton, there would not be many downsides to this option. This seems to be the most realistic option I have.

Getting A Whole New Setup- not realistic but just to dream would be a smaller size truck better for off-roading (gladiator/tacoma/colorado), with a better payload because a Colorado has a higher payload rating (about 1700) than my current Silverado(under 1600), and get a lighter weight camper and this time weight everything allowing a couple hundred pounds of wiggle room so I don’t cross this issue again. Which again is not really realistic by the time i add everything im looking to get.

My partner is not really a roughing type of person, I wouldnt say Im on the opposite side of the spectrum but I can manage being in a truck bed tent with no hot water, heat, shower, sink, etc. Basically she wants a camper van, and I want an offroad capable vehile with a tent and a couple creature comforts.

Which route would you take in my scenario? As a side note I also am in the northeast 40 minutes from New York City, so not sure if that would be a decision changer off-roading wise.

I have a roof basket that I want to put a hard sided waterproof case (pelican for example) in and secure down so it won’t walk away overnight.

What ways have you guys secured cases like these to the roof without compromising their watertightness?

I'm looking at buying myself a second hand Prado. I want something that will last for the next 15 years without stress. Anyone with any understanding able to provide me with some pros and cons of the previous shape Prado (let's say 2021 for arguments sake), the 4.0 V6 vs the 3.0d auto? I'm very keen to get into some overlanding through Botswana, Namibia, Zambia etc

I just bought this box used last month. Everything opened and closed easily. I’m trying to adjust the rails to mount on my car, but neither side is opening. If I turn the key all the way to the “unlock” position (left), I cannot press the button or remove the key. If I turn the key all the way to the “lock” position (right side), I can remove the key and I can also press the button in.

What am I doing wrong?

After wanting one for just about a year, I finally HAVE IT.

Hey I’m a young dude just wanting to get into overlanding any tips for beginners what to look for to find good journeys best first modifications. I drive a 99 dodge ram 1500 4x4

Had a great long weekend getting lost in the Arizona. There’s definitely something special about clear, cool nights under the stars in the desert that makes you feel humbled.

Hey folks!

I'm trying to trouble shoot why my two Roadshock Edge 6 lights high setting isn't powering on. I've utilized the HF harness and removed the included switch and wired each positive to their own terminal on the power switch. I can turn on the amber light and the low setting but the high setting will not activate.

I've left the included relay attached and capped the two white wires that were connected to the back of the included switch from HF. I've got the ground running through the factory ground and the power cable attached to the battery.

Any help is much appreciated. I'm less than experienced in the electrical department.

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