Overlanding and Offroad articles

Quick Facts: Topic: Canvas tent storage for the off-season Skill level: Beginner friendly Time required: 30 to 60 minutes of active work, plus 24 to 48 hours drying Main threats: Mildew, rot, and rodent damage Ideal storage climate: 64 to 70°F, humidity under 60% Supplies cost: Roughly $40 to...

I've spent decades overlanding across the country. As the founder of 4WDTalk, I've run a week-long trip on a bare-bones setup and I've also run the same trip loaded with small comforts. The gear list barely changed. The difference in how I felt on day six changed everything. In fact,...

Quick Facts: Reveal date: July 21, 2026, via Toyota's official newsroom New trim: Toyota Tundra Trailhunter, an overlanding-focused package Based on: SR5 grade, not a top-tier trim Key hardware: Old Man Emu suspension, Michelin LTX Trail tires, locking rear differential Screen: 14-inch touchscreen, standard on every 2027 Tundra grade ...

Quick Verdict: This foil packet chicken and rice recipe puts a full dinner in one double-wrapped packet. Chicken thighs, instant rice, broth, onion, and garlic all cook together. Build it at home, freeze it flat, and drop it on medium-hot coals for 30 minutes at camp. One packet, one...

Quick Facts: Hankook Dynapro AT2 Review: specs, warranty, pros and cons, and how it compares to the Xtreme and MT2 Tire type: All-terrain, SUV and light truck Treadwear warranty: 60,000 miles, all sizes Manufacturer warranty: 6-year limited, plus a 30-day free trial Winter rating: 3PMSF snowflake on select sizes ...

Quick Facts: Product: Freespirit Recreation Nova King rooftop tent Type: Hybrid hardshell foldout, sleeps 3 to 4 Open interior: 72" W x 82" L x 43.25" H Closed size: 42" W x 78" L x 11.5" H Weight: 162 lbs Static capacity: 750 lbs Fabric: Tri-Layer insulated, 210D ripstop with a polycotton core Setup: Under one minute,...

Quick Facts: Topic: Insulated bottles for overlanding, camping, and hiking Bottles compared: Yeti, Hydro Flask, Stanley, Nalgene, Grayl, Owala Best insulated water bottle overall: Yeti Rambler 36 oz Best for filtered refills: Grayl...

Quick Facts: Topic: Best coolers for overlanding and truck camping Coolers compared: 8, across roto-molded, budget hard, wheeled, and soft Price range: $129 to $325 Capacity range: 23 L soft to 70 quarts...

Quick Verdict: The best off road trails in Arizona run from Sedona slickrock and Grand Canyon rim roads to a 124-mile desert crossing near the Mexican border. For most drivers, Sedona's Broken Arrow is the smartest first trail. In contrast, Charouleau Gap near Tucson and the Table...

Quick Verdict: Foil packet teriyaki salmon glazes salmon fillets in teriyaki, ginger, green onion, and sesame inside one sealed packet. First, prep the fillets and sauce at home and keep them cold. Then line the foil with parchment to block teriyaki acid, flat-pack fold, and cook on medium coals...