Overlanding Gear That's Actually Worth the Money

Very valuable!!

Good video. Thank you for taking the time to share.

Questions: How noisy is the diesel heater and the two air conditioners that you talked about?

Great video! About the popup firepit: Does that abide by the fire pit ban you have or not?

you should wear a hat all the time.

Very cool video and appreciate the info on all the cool gear. Love your channel. Just getting into overland using my jku. I used to backpack a lot years ago and I feel like all of this equipment isn’t needed and it’s more glamping than adventure? Overglamping maybe, lol! I feel like all I need is what I can fit in my pack and any additional gear is for the vehicle. My purchase focus is recovery and repair gear, Jeep mods that beef up the vehicle’s integrity and capabilities, safety gear, and first aid. I want the vehicle to be as light and capable as possible. Am I missing something?

Inreach mini works with an app on your phone and uses your phone number, you just text back and forth like normal

Great video! Definitely some ways to make camp more comfortable and enjoyable.

However, sleep systems! Fridge, portable power, and sleep systems are the game changers worth actually investing in first on a build.

Sleep systems will allow you to stay warm/cool and comfortable. Nothing worse than getting a crappy night sleep, or wet etc. This needs to be discussed more in gear videos on a lot of channels. Sleep pads, bags and some type of shelter (doesnt have to be rtt or anything "premium").

Anyway as always great video. Offers a lot of insight for people looking to make outtings more enjoyable

Lol I saw Master Chief in these quick clips @trailrecon

I stay away from Overlanding stores when buying gear as I have found through the years prices are inflated. Most of my gear I have acquired from surplus stores.

Matt how are you liking your power stop breaks?!?

I appreciate that people take the time to give their input. Thank you. I'm new to outdoor camping. Going to make 2024 my year of exploring.

Great Video!!!

Great vid!

I don't have room for much, but have a SetPower. I could have a problem staying charged with my Jackery 500. My solar doesn't do that well in overcast days. There are times in Oregon when you can't even use a fire pit; not often though.

Some of that when younger I would have scoffed at, but the heater and AC is becoming a must. Others are just really nice to have... The list works well for me.

I am liking the Light Ranger idea & how great they would be @ camp for light high up & fooling the bugs - That's gold Son GOLD...

Something nobody is talking about with the 12 v fridges is how they keep them in the suv when it's 100 degrees outside, I had to park my grad cherokee with a fridge and battery setup while 100 degrees for a couple hrs and they had to run constantly while both create heat in an already hot environment and they both almost burned up. Hot to the touch

I watched a video where your wife showed bags that are in her rubicon that hold towels. Now I can’t find the video to catch the brand of those bags. Anyone know what they are?

Rather than a portable AC unit I find a potable dehumidifier does the same thing, is far cheaper, and have be more long-term reliable.... full disclosure, I haven't tried those two 'honorable mention' units though.

I saw in your garage in a previous video, the small aluminum tables that are so easy to put up!

New subscriber so please be patient. Please explain your 12 v battery and charging set up. Thanks!

This vids 100%, between my Iceco, wave2, and I bought some USB led lights that I run off of a Ecoflow delta...totally changed the experience!

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For folks that keep lithium in their vehicles during the summer have you noticed any premature deaths of the batteries? They aren’t rated for the temps a car sees in the sun.

Are you able to use the eco flow wave 2 plugged in if we happen to be at a place with electric available?

Really cool items that will add so much to the outdoors experience…
Thank you for sharing

I have the Zero Breeze MKII with 2 batteries which gets about 6 hours of runtime each. Unfortunately, these things only cool temps down by a max of 15 degrees at temperatures of 97F and below (anything hotter and it doesn't do much to make things comfortable). They are working on a MKIII unit which will double the BTUs (to 5000) which SHOULD help cool things better in the crazy southern heat.

I'm a huge fan of the Devos light ranger. The top hat solar panel (mine was one of the last ones they sold with a 10W panel) allows you to set up the light and not have to worry about charging it after using it the night before. The only thing I'd wish they would include is a remote to control it once it's deployed (otherwise you have to bring the light down and deal with the bugs to turn it off).

Awesome tips. Why the ecoflow wave 2 could not replace the diesel heater? With solar panels, wouldn’t it be possible to winter camp with the ecoflow?

just subscribed and love your videos.

With your diesel heater do you tie into the 490s ducting? Thanks

We end up having to take an extra tote that closes and seals very well to put our trash in that and keep that inside the gladiator overnight, due to bears in our TN/NC mountains.

I bought a well known dual fridg/freezer and have not been impressed with it. In the heat of the day the inside of the fridg can climb to 50F and the freezer to 17. FDA guidelines say -10 to 0 and 34 to about 37. My unit is underpowered. I suspect that is a problem with all of these 12V units.

An air conditioner? 😒
Might as well stay home.

This guys a nerd.

I wouldn’t call any system with Redarc as a component reasonably priced. I have one and they are outstanding but not reasonably priced. If you don’t have a solar input going to it then it’s an absolute waste of money. The only reason to chose the Redarc is because it cuts out a separate solar controller because it also performs that duty. Other quality units can be had for half the price but are only bc/dc chargers from the alternator

Re: Propane fire pits: They are great for summertime burn ban ambiance. They can also be set up inside a large screened in room, which will hold in more heat. Once it gets actually cold(below 40), I believe it’s possible to freeze to death (hyperbole) next to a propane fire pit.

I would love for a more compact A/C unit but the lighting system in this is a must i take a lot of mountain adventures those would be perfect for

How is the new Iceco performing now that it’s hot out? I’m debating between VL45 Pro vs the Dometic 55IM. As of right now about a $300 difference.

A 12v compressor dual zone fridge is invaluable. The money and headache savings on ice and all it's challenges is worth it alone.

Thanks. I’m building my own trailer and I’m trying too keep the needs low. Lol. Like some have said hot water on the go is a nice add. Security it also a good one, like cameras for when you sleep or leave your rig. Also tag devices in case things get stolen. For us in the north having back up heater sources like a small wood stove installed or backup propane heater.

The storage bags y’all have in back of the wrangler on the roll bar, what are those?!?!

I gotta say that the fridges are definately a game changer. .. I myself dig the Renogy equipment. Recommended by an electrician at work, so I gave it a go and really like it.

Really good video the only thing you forgot was tricked out Jeep Gladiator 😂

No kitchen sink? I want cloths washer and dryer as well as my toaster

I'd love to see a remote option for those lights!

I am surprised you didn't mention a drone as a worth it. You should do a video on drones sometime. Maybe a small tutorial and which one you use and why. How regulations apply. Not sure if you have ever done something like that before. Would be cool.