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Creating a Comfortable Sleeping Setup in Your Rig
Benjamin Locke May 11, 2025

Sleeping under the stars sounds romantic—until you’re tossing and turning on a cold, uneven truck bed with condensation dripping from the roof. A great day on the trail can quickly turn into a rough night if your sleep setup isn’t dialled in. That’s where smart planning and the right overland sleeping gear come in. Whether Read More

What Is Overlanding? A Beginner’s Gear Checklist

There’s a certain thrill that comes with taking the road less travelled—especially when that road is a dusty track winding through remote wilderness. That’s the essence of overlanding: self-reliant travel to remote destinations, where the journey is just as important as the destination. But if you’re a beginner, the idea of heading off-grid with nothing Read More

Skid Plates vs Rock Sliders: What to Install First

You’re building out your 4×4 for more serious off-road use. The big tyres are on, and the suspension’s upgraded, but now you’re eyeing underbody protection. Two names keep coming up rock sliders and skid plates. Both are vital, both protect key components, and both add weight. So, which should come first? Whether you’re crawling through Read More

Choosing the Right Tyres for Your Terrain
Charlotte Whitaker April 28, 2025

Your tyres are the only contact between your vehicle and the earth beneath it. Whether you’re cruising through gravel trails, crawling over rocks, or tackling thick mud, the wrong tyres can turn a good trip into a risky ordeal. Picking the best 4×4 tyres isn’t about brand loyalty or tread patterns alone—it’s about matching the Read More

Best Winches for Off-Road Recovery in 2025
Charlotte Whitaker April 25, 2025

You’re halfway up a muddy incline. Your tyres are spinning. The trail that looked doable five minutes ago now looks like it might have the last laugh. This is where the right winch isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential. Choosing the best off-road winch in 2025 can mean the difference between continuing your adventure and calling Read More

Best Off-Road GPS Systems for 2025
James Worthington April 22, 2025

There’s nothing quite like the freedom of heading off-grid in your 4×4—until you lose signal, miss a turn, or find yourself staring at a blank screen in the middle of nowhere. That’s why a purpose-built off-road GPS system is one of the most important investments for any serious overlander. Standard phone apps often fail where Read More

How to Plan a Multi-Day Off-Road Adventure
James Whitaker April 20, 2025

The moment you leave the bitumen behind and aim for the wild, everything changes. A simple day trip becomes a test of foresight, navigation, logistics, and resilience. Planning a successful multi-day off-road adventure means more than plotting lines on a map—it’s about preparing your route, your rig, and your mindset for what lies ahead. Unlike Read More

Building a Budget-Friendly Overland Rig
James Worthington April 18, 2025

Dreaming of off-grid travel but worried about the cost? You’re not alone. Building an overland vehicle doesn’t have to drain your wallet or require a full-time workshop. With smart planning, used gear, and a few DIY tricks, you can create a capable, comfortable, and affordable 4×4 setup that’s ready to hit the trail. A budget Read More