Trip and Gear Essentials for Overland Newbies

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As the channel grows, I get more DMs, email, and comments from some of the newcomers to the overland space on gear, rigs, and trips. Here are some tips I put together for those who are wanting to start going on longer trips. A week to 2 weeks (or more) on the road presents different challenges than just the typical weekend out. Let's dive into some gear and tips I recommend for those kinds of trips, and why. And fellas, a lot of these upgrades will be approved by your spouse. I do put a lot of effort into making my wife comfortable. Women have different needs and don't want to live like savages for weeks at a time, so build your truck accordingly! Holy affiliate links Batman. Its quite a list! Reference videos are below as well! Products IceCo APL20 Fridge: (12% Off Link): https://bit.ly/3tM6RVS MSR Reactor (Various pot sizes available) : https://amzn.to/3SSsLzf / https://bit.ly/3z8QFhE Jetboil: https://amzn.to/4bX7bSI Jetboil Knock off "FireMaple" gas boiler: https://amzn.to/3TfbuBr Joule Electric Kettle: https://amzn.to/3SYCQKQ Hard Korr Lighting: Relaunching In US soon, will include links when they are back. DFG Fridge Slide: https://www.dfgoffroad.com/16-fridge-slide-with-cutting-board Blue Ridge Overland Cook Bag: https://www.blueridgeoverlandgear.com/products/cooking-kit-bag Emergency/Backup Foods: Green belly: https://www.greenbelly.co/?aff=177 Tippin Foods: https://bit.ly/3H7gUrw I made a whole Amazon list for other options: https://amzn.to/49ufPq9 .Dometic Faucet : https://amzn.to/3Gp8yLK Awning. I use Alucab, I am sure there are other great options, but buy a strong one! Make sure to choose the correct side for your application! : https://ok4wd.com/270-shadow-awning-lhs/ Cargo Storage: Pelican Case: https://amzn.to/3wG4lRQ Pelican Mounts : https://amzn.to/3ThazAP Zarges Cases ( Size I have is the 40568) Zarges Mounts: https://bit.ly/49MM4AG Zarges Case Lock Upgrade: https://bit.ly/3SZTKZs SUPER secure mounts for bedside/roofrack/anywhere. (will be using these on the new build) Any case sizes: https://themountingcompany.com/ Water Filters: HydroBlu: https://amzn.to/3SWgiuf LifeSaver Jerry Can: https://amzn.to/49T4kZa / https://bit.ly/3sUMXHz DIY Easy and cheap gravity water filter: https://amzn.to/49R1MLf and https://amzn.to/42Yxq7k Showers Kakadu: https://bit.ly/45AUsRY Geyser 12v Heated: https://amzn.to/3cqIMeF Geyser Non heated (use cold or use Jetboil): https://amzn.to/3cup55B Or the Lifesaver filter can works, but it unheated. Clothes: I buy my stuff usually at Backcountry or as mentioned, it can be found other places for budget friendly options. BackCountry: https://bit.ly/43uYY44 Channel T-Shirts and Merch: https://www.independenceoverland.com/shop Portable Toilet Options Cleanwaste (as shown): https://amzn.to/4bU24Tm Bags: https://amzn.to/49yaiPo (these can sometimes be found cheaper at your local REI) Cassette toilet (no personal experience): https://amzn.to/48HCVss Off Grid Power Redarc 25 amp charger: https://amzn.to/3QYBhwR REDARC 40 Amp charger (faster): https://amzn.to/3ZKvDQ0 Wiring kit (expensive but takes the guess work out of it for beginners. Trust me paying a shop to do it is way more expensive than this is!): https://www.redarcelectronics.com/us/bcdc-50amp-across-engine-bay-wiring-kit Lithium Battery for the Redarc system: https://amzn.to/49MQvfv Bluetti Power Stations: https://bit.ly/3uTzmRZ Zerobreeze Elechive Power Station: https://bit.ly/3zFqW0m EcoFlow Power Station: https://amzn.to/3M0S4LN Tent Stuff Alucab: https://ok4wd.com Hest Mattresses (OVERLAND50 for 50 bucks off!) https://bit.ly/3BXPTFo Hest Comforter: https://bit.ly/46E0nGi Silent Zipper Pulls: https://amzn.to/3If9AKO Referenced Videos PNW Trip: https://youtu.be/y7sNuzG8zB0 Awning light video: https://youtu.be/fdjdo5Sn7tA Kakadu review : https://youtu.be/PEI7hlF3FTw Geyser review: https://youtu.be/YUI9Onotu6A Dometic Faucet review: https://youtu.be/50qz2oupq0E New year new gear video: https://youtu.be/qRzU0J7geFE Redarc installs: https://youtu.be/wjnBKk-EuQA / https://youtu.be/6bNGp1BM730 Power stations compared: https://youtu.be/SYJ4rlZM9YQ Baja Trip Movie: https://youtu.be/vfqP4mHd9mE #FjCruiser #Overlanding #campinggear //Disclaimer: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide, I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting me so I can continue to provide you with free content each week! 00:00 Introduction 01:22 A Quality Fridge 03:42 The Quick Kitchen 06:10 Jetboil/Kettle 09:06 Emergency/Backup Meals 10:01 Awnings Over Tents 13:04 Mosquito Free Camp 14:33 Off Grid Power 15:21 Locking Cargo 17:12 Water Purification 19:54 Showers 24:29 Clothing (Yes, clothing) 27:54 The Portable Pooper 29:51 Tent Temptations (Save Longer) 33:43 The Comforts Of Home 38:21 Final Thoughts