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Best Rigs of Overland Expo SoCal
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Best Gear of Overland Expo SoCal 2026
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Subaru Introduces the All-Electric Trailseeker and Expands Presence at Overland Expo 2026
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A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – SoCal 2026 Edition
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Gear

ShowerPouch in use at camp.

Gear Essentials: Water Storage, Showers, and Sanitation

Staying clean on the trail helps you stay out longer, keeps morale high, and in all honesty, it just makes for a nicer overall adventure. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite products that help you transport water, shower and change in private, filter water, and even a shower that fits in your pocket.

The Ultimate Overland Holiday Gift Guide 2021

The holidays are upon us, and it’s never too early to get started on your shopping list. We’ve rounded up some of the best gear to outfit adventurers heading into the new year.

Industry Spotlight

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the new iKamper x Rivian skycamp mini rooftop tent is the perfect addition to a Rivian with a sleek, aerodynamic design and maximum comfort.

iKamper and Rivian Just Released An EV-Specific Rooftop Tent 

The Rivian x iKamper Skycamp Mini Rooftop Tent — designed and sized specifically to fit a Rivian R1T or R1S and based off the SkyCamp 3.0 Mini platform — features PFAS-free construction and integrates Rivian’s eye catching aesthetic throughout the design, including exclusive color options including signature yellow accents, blacked-out hardware, and Rivian badges inside and outside the tent. The SkyCamp Mini Rooftop Tent’s EV-specific design feature comes in the form of a sleek, aerodynamic hardshell, designed to minimize drag and maximize range.

Editors’ Choice: First Aid Kit and Equipment

A first aid kit is one of those pieces of equipment that you should definitely have but hope you never need. However, if you’re in the backcountry enough or even wrenching on your rig, you’ll inevitably need a band-aid or two.

AT Overland ATERRA Camper

AT Overland Debuts the Epic ATERRA Slide-In

The ATERRA Slide-In Camper is built for extended backcountry adventures regardless of the season or destination, with 1-inch Honeycomb composite construction that offers R5 insulation. The interior and exterior are coated with UV-resistant polyurea. The unit measures 76-in. wide, 130-in. long, and 84-in. tall from the truck bed floor. The interior offers 81 in. of headroom in the main living area and 32 in. at the highest point above the bed. All of this comes in at 817 lbs., so it’s perfect for a wide range of full-size trucks.