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Gear

Editors’ Choice: Camp Sleeping Gear

On every journey, even if it’s just a short overnight, your comfort at night can make or break your trip. A restless night due to a sore back or hours spent shivering in an inadequate may make for a good story, but it’s definitely no fun at the moment. 

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Review: Zarges Cases

For me, camping has always been a family event, and I hope to pass that tradition

Gear Showcase: Sleeping on the Trail

After a long day on the trail, there are few things better than a great night’s sleep. The problem is, that’s not always easy to do when you are far from home. Thankfully there are a host of great options to maximize your sleep and get you ready for the next day’s adventure. We’ve gathered nine fantastic gear options to help you sleep like a baby while overlanding.

Industry Spotlight

Industry Spotlight: Method Race Wheels

In 2010, Method Race Wheels was founded by off-road enthusiasts, and the brand emerged with a bold vision: to transform the lessons learned from grueling off-road racing into wheels that would redefine both performance and adventure.

Industry Spotlight: 4×4 Colorado

Once upon a time, in the rugged wilderness of Colorado, two adventurous souls named Blaine Tatalovich and Josh Frakes embarked on a journey that would forever change the way outdoor enthusiasts experienced camping.

Industry Spotlight: Zero Breeze

In the world of outdoor adventures, where the line between comfort and the rugged wilderness is often blurred, ZERO BREEZE stands out as a brand that humanizes the essence of overlanding by bringing moments of respite and relief.

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Industry Spotlight: Jackery

Overlanding evokes freedom—the ability to explore anywhere, powered by what you bring. At Climate Week NYC 2025, Tracy Wang, Jackery Global Brand Communications Head, shared how the company leverages technology and business expertise to advance sustainability and conservation—a model she calls entrepreneurial philanthropy.

Industry Spotlight: Outpost Vans

In the heart of Southern California’s adventure capital, San Diego based Outpost Vans has carved out a reputation as one of the most innovative and trusted names in the custom camper van industry. Founded in 2018 with a mission to bridge the gap between rugged overland capability and refined interior design, Outpost Vans has become synonymous with craftsmanship, functionality, and freedom on four wheels.