OVERLAND Vehicles, Camping Gear, Cooking and More - Desert Rendezvous

We had an amazing time at the 2019 American Adventurist Desert Rendezvous. My good friend Marco, a few close friends and I spent the weekend hanging out and socializing, taking a close up look of some well built overland vehicles, taking notes of what camping gear others are using and cooking up and enjoying some great camping food.
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Marco's Overland Sauce:
16 oz nonfat Greek yogurt
1 avocado
1/2 bunch of cilantro
1 whole fresh jalapeño
1-1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 spoons of olive oil
Salt
Black pepper
3 garlic cloves
1/3 of a regular size onion
1/3 cup of water (add less or more if you want to change the consistency of the sauce)
Put everything in the blender
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[@mrfixit____3651]

The look on Marco's face when you took the first bite of that sandwich, its obvious how much he loves cooking for other people and seeing how much they enjoy it. That's what makes a good cook, not winning a competition. You win at being a good dude Marco!!

[@swarbrickjesse]

The fact that Marco is so willing to make people red meat food but cant even eat it himself shows the type of guy he is. I'm so hungry now lol

[@TrailRecon]

He is a true gentleman and has such passion for cooking and seeing the enjoyment everyone gets from his amazing food!

[@OVRLNDX]

Jesse James Thank you Jesse, greatly appreciated!

[@OVRLNDX]

Ey3dontkn0w I eat fish though!

[@MrByron1405]

You've just earned a subscriber Mr. Marco. I also love cooking just to see people's reactions on their faces, nothing more satisfying than that for a stove lover. Greetings from Peru

[@lmike6453]

@Ey3dontkn0w He's pescatarian

[@z3lot]

Marco is the overland cooking Santa. So giving and humble

[@OVRLNDX]

Zenas Kim Hahaha! Thank you very much! My wife will be using your line for the next 4 weeks! Hahaha

[@760rudogg]

I cant help but smile on the Marco's cooking segments. He should have a show!

[@OVRLNDX]

760rudogg Thank you!

[@Labyrnthdom]

He does, it aired all the time on TrailRecon 😊

[@Labyrnthdom]

@@OVRLNDX hi Marco 👋

[@ipdjbt]

First, Marco is really selling himself short if he doesn't think he can compete with those other guys! He eats better on the trail than I do at home! lol Second, thank you so much for touching on the subject of hygene on the trail. It's rarely talked about, but IMO, one of those most important creature comforts when away from home.

[@TrailRecon]

Agree, he would have won the competition!! Hygiene is very important.

[@OVRLNDX]

Maxey Thank you!!

[@Expl4rnr]

You should check out the Quick Pitch En-Suite. It’s a rack mount shower and privacy room solution, it’s awesome!

[@blackonefifty]

We don’t deserve Marco 😂 guy is just damn good people

[@seanullom610]

Where can we buy Marcos camping cookbook? If he doesn’t have it he should put something together. Would be a good resource.

[@mikehoffman3690]

Best thing about Jeeping or overlanding is the ability to mod your rig for your own specific wants and needs. No two are ever exactly alike. LOVE IT!!

[@bosse641]

Marco's love for cooking sure puts a smile on my face. ...he's having a blast cooking.

[@tundraluv]

What did I like the most? Dude this is Murica! You know it's the food!

[@4bnewb969]

Marco is THE man....I’ve just finished pork steak and veggies for dinner but after watching Marco cook I’m still hungry...lol

[@nduhclouds]

Marco's cooking made my mouth water again! I am getting braver by watching his camp cooking to expand my horizons! Thank you Brad and Marco

[@TrailRecon]

He really shows how easy it is... he has inspired me to up my cooking game as well.

[@kenmarapese9085]

Those carne asada sandwiches looked good, Marco was my favorite part of the vid.

[@jav1363]

I dont see you n Marco going overlanding without the other. Great team you two!✌

[@gardenloveinthemountains]

I love Marcos face as he watches you and waits for an expression from you tasting his food...that right there is a man who loves cooking for others and puts his heart and soul into it...He’s so awesome❤️😍...

[@vlogitroy7599]

I want a friend like Marco :) so nice every time I see him.

[@moabwheeling]

Another great video Brad , Thank You for sharing . Marco needs to write a cookbook , his food always looks so amazing !!! Until next time ,take care .

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you and agree... I'd buy it!

[@andrascsonka9130]

That 4 Runner looked pretty cool!!!

[@takayama1638]

I don’t know about y’all boys but I follow Marco. He a pro cook, I a pro eater. Oh, it’d be LandRocker©.

[@OVRLNDX]

Taka Yama 🙏🏻 Thank you!

[@rayperez8862]

Your videos are not the same without Marco’s cooking! Man! My mouth always drools when I see his cooking!!

[@roberturban2934]

One of my favorite videos you posted. (I actually have many favs of yours). I’d love to se you do a go and buy a cheep rig video. Get the subscribers ideas, Show how to purchase, then build! I’d like to see how YOU would do it. You are genuinely honest and informative and fun to watch.

[@mia2113mark]

Another awesome video. I really enjoy seeing all the different setups for the Jeep JK, the food always looks good Marco. You should write an Overland Cookbook.

[@OVRLNDX]

mia2113mark I will be sharing some trail recipes soon!

[@mia2113mark]

@@OVRLNDX Thank you for taking the time to reply, really appreciated. I look forward to your videos and love getting inspiration for our overland menu. Thanks again and take care.

[@matadorprime6555]

I love your humble attitude Marco. You are more than a cook, you are a chef. I would love to one day meet the two of you on a trail. I enjoy these videos a lot. Thank you for sharing!

[@OVRLNDX]

Matador Prime Thank you Matador! I really appreciate that. I wish I was a chef though!

[@jarueda13]

Awesome footage brad, looks like a real fun event. Keep up the good work. Marcos face watching the first bite is priceless.

[@OVRLNDX]

elyiiip OVRLND hahaha! I have so much fun doing this!

[@011Cronos]

I would love to build Marco’s setup into the back of my wrangler. I think that would work better than some of those pre-made slide outs that I have seen. Love Marco’s cooking segments and like pretty much everyone I would buy his cookbook.

[@OVRLNDX]

John Sisk Thank you John!

[@jumbotrack3090]

Marco is such a genuine and wholesome guy. Not a lot of people like that so it’s always a blessing to watch him make his food in your vids.

[@TrailRecon]

He is the best kind of friend you can have!

[@newkey1106]

Love marco's truck set up I am a humble cook to ,I love cooking for other people. You'll have given me great ideas I'm a Southern boy and I love cooking wild game,deer an others i have harvested over the years barbecue pit style of grilling thanks hueluv#

[@kerrywilliams2490]

You know whats so nice about this. All you need is a regular rig to enjoy yourself. You dont need a whole lot of money to enjoy yourself. Love it. This is the way it should be. Not many people can afford some of the rigs we see. This is for regulars guys also. Great

[@AFugax]

Yup -Rocklander! Accurate description...and much better than Overcrawler!

[@robbya6415]

Always salivating when Marco's around with his chow, love it. Thank you.

[@daviddale3624]

Absolutely loved this! More pull behind reviews, please. Marco...what a guy.

[@larryparker1678]

Another great job, and I agree 100 percent, the best vehicle is the one you have, no matter what it is. Thanks again, and safe travels

[@shack200351]

Marco needs to come out with a camping cook book

[@timweimar8768]

Brad, that was great!! It's really nice to see the variety of videos you put out, awesome stuff Brad!! Thanks for taking the time to put the ingredients for Marco's sauce. Already putting this event on my calendar for next year. Thanks again Brad!!

[@lenrobinson2167]

Awesome video again Brad. What stands out the most this trip to me is at 10:01 the comradery between like minded individuals with such different rigs set up for the trip. As usual you and Marco put some awesome camp/trail food on display. Great content throughout the video Sir. And "Rocklander" why not? Another personalized licence plate will give birth soon after that verbage. LOL

[@OVRLNDX]

Len Robinson Love it! Thank you Len!

[@markpate9656]

Brad, good informative video, always like to see what other mods people are doing to their rigs as well as the options in equipment. Looking forward to the next installment in your rear cargo area build out. As always, I take notes during Marco's cooking segment. Keep up the good work !

[@daytonmunk3128]

I love the Marco Cookings portions of some of your video, it really does show it isn't super difficult to cook a great meal out on the trail!

[@chuckzechman7390]

Awesome, great video and love Marco's cooking. Safe Travels and God Bless Brother!

[@davebailey2296]

I enjoyed seeing all the different rigs. Camping is camping no matter how much or how little you've spent. Very enjoyable video.👍

[@johnnylgulledge6899]

All the different types of roof top tents. Also, the amazing meals that were served!

[@darcyjousset6615]

I want to go camping with Marco all the time. Always welcome with us in Alberta. Some great trails out here too.

[@jorgelrod]

Marco needs his own cooking KZbin channel!!

[@kylependley]

That food looks so good! Can’t wait to see your video on your rear cargo storage system.

[@exodus_offroad6443]

I can't watch the cooking segments before bed. I go to bed hangry haha.

[@jrodriguez8216]

Really enjoyed this video. The friendship you guys share with us is great. I hope to join the andventure fun by next year when I get my rig together. See you guys at Overland, I hope

[@tejano2828]

Been watching your trail videos for the last 2 days. I have a pristine 2014 JKU sitting in the garage. Guess it's time to start turning my JKU from rock to overland..btw that guy marco is such a nice guy, genuine, giving...just a great dude.

[@wshnlc]

Who the heck gives this video a 👎?? Awesome video as always Brad! Although I’m a Jeep guy, I really like how you highlight the different rigs out there.

[@jevansart]

Agreed! I have 1970 VW Bus and I think Brad will love my set up as well:) Just need to get a different engine so she will haul herself into those mountains.

[@corradoracervwvrt8276]

I really love marco's kitchen but wait...he's jeep is sooo well build as well! Love the color, the choice, the pod lights around! it's just great!

[@OVRLNDX]

CORRADO RACER VW VRT Thank you so much!

[@rywi28]

The rigs look good. Marco is a crazy awesome chief. Everytime I see him cooking I get hungry. The fact that he cooks red meat for everyone and doesn't eat it himself just shows the person he is. You guys rock!! Thank you for sharing!

[@410Expedition]

you got my vote for #Rocklander. Great meetup, I can't wait to hit the trails with you and Marco.

[@TrailRecon]

Right on! Looking forward to a good trip with the 410 crew someday soon!

[@DunnageGarage]

Just made the Marco Overland Sauce and the sandwiches in this video...OMG! That was the best sandwich I have ever eaten!!!!!

[@TrailRecon]

It really is amazing with that sauce!!

[@younghex9577]

Okay after commenting about the cooking segment and reading all the other comments being about Marco, I felt that I had to comment about the rest of the video because it was a good video. Thank you for showing us all the different ways people set up their rigs and what other rigs people use. I just got a 2014 jeep wrangler sport 2 door and I can't wait to pay it off and set it up for over landing trips.

[@ksdurham]

Once again, great video and it's impossible to pick one favorite, the whole thing was awesome and filled with great info. Of course getting great camping meal ideas from Marco is always primo... Meals like that keep my better half happy on the trail... And the privacy tents!

[@Dangling_Carrot]

I really just like the fact regardless of the budget or car you have, those folks were having a great time.

[@DC-1]

Awesome video Brad....yes so many variations of rooftop tents to chose from. Every time I watch Marco cook I get so hungry. That guy can make an amazing looking meal with so little out of the back of his jeep. 👍🇺🇸

[@TrailRecon]

It's amazing what he is able to conjure up! Thanks!

[@garyfreeman9]

Rock Crawlander . Great video I always enjoy your footage. Happy Trails..

[@aulii11]

Great video, as always - thanks for taking us along!

[@omahaL98]

Great video, the number one item that stood out to me in the video was the privacy tents set-ups, it's something I never taken in consideration in an environment like that. Great video looking forward to the next adventure.

[@PaulSmith-gf6nr]

Bought my wife a new gladiator, raised it 2'' and added 35's. Probably will never hit the trails with it but still watch all the vids on over landing. Yours is the best. Its always top notch and I have seen most all that you have done. Way better than any of the others out there. Thanks for your time and abilities. Would rate your channel as 100%.

[@jmsuitter5]

Great video with a full spectrum of view and information. As always you are awesome.

[@aronmorones4977]

Cooking with Marco! Nailed it! I am actually learning to cook!

[@davidwilems8915]

Marco is the camp cook we all need!

[@9avinmaxwell]

Marco is the king! Love the fact he gives a meat and fish option, I've had a go a couple of his dishes, keep them coming. Video production is excellent as always, very professional and as good as you would see on television. One of my favourite channels on KZbin.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you so much!

[@OVRLNDX]

Gavin Maxwell Thank you Gavin!

[@thatguymarco4719]

Love the videos man. I like that your showing multiple rigs it really help get ideas out there and even for myself as I am building my rig currently. and to top it off with a special cook from Marco just puts the cherry on top. Keep up the great content.

[@OVRLNDX]

ThatGuyMarco 471 Thank You Marco!

[@Overlanding_4_Sanity]

Pretty cool video as always Brad and Marcos killing it out on the grill over and over again!!!👍🏻👊🏻💥

[@OVRLNDX]

Overlanding_4_ Sanity Thank you Jose! Appreciate that my friend!

[@Steve_Farwalker]

Marco should start his own food chain or at least sell his secret sauce to the highest bidder. He is very humble but at the same time, he knows more than he lets on.

[@positronikiss]

Jesus, Marco should be turned into a teddybear. Such a hugable fellow. Overall, wonderful channel wiith amazing people, info and outlook of life. Thank you TrailRecon.

[@OnMyMemoryCard]

Marco’s food looks sooooo good! You are lucky to have him as a buddy. As always, love your commentary & your content. Thanks for sharing!

[@OVRLNDX]

Ivan Valvassori Thank you Ivan!

[@Engine1fire]

favorite thing is always looking @ Marcos set up and what he's cookin'

[@paulbrowning1758]

Great vid, Brad. Can't wait to start getting out there with my Jeep like this. I wish my wife could come/wanted to come more often...that's what's holding me back a bit.

[@ramiromontoya9357]

Thank you sooo much for a great video!! Great looking gear & ideas!

[@richardfitzwell5708]

My man Marco....cooking for everyone, AGAIN! I don't know him, but he's my Bro, too. Nice work, as usual, Brad....my wife and I both enjoy all your TrailRecon adventures....hope to wheel with you guys and soon!

[@ironmandan2246]

Love to see how people organize and store their gear. Lots of creativity out there!

[@TrailRecon]

Me too... it was probably the thing I gave the most attention to while at this event just trying to get ideas for myself.

[@Paintbl99]

Marco makes the best food. I tried to recreate his beer battered fish tacos the other day and they were sooooo good.

[@ddddsd20]

Another great video, it was nice to see some variety in the rigs.

[@apsfst69]

Great video, love the camping, cooking, gear type videos the most!

[@moboengr3202]

Great video. Marco is a big hit in a campsite for sure.

[@ozanbalta]

Marco must be the nicest person ever.

[@TrailRecon]

He is!

[@davedennis6042]

Those privacy tents are a must if you are traveling with a group. Good stuff

[@jimcowan6740]

First year I’ve missed since 2005. Kinda sorry for it. Sure looked beautiful. My move across the country has prompted me to get a few runs organized here similar to this. Marco. We’re jealous of the cooking but it’s only a start. Good job guys. Nice video

[@primoaguilar8081]

Awesome video. As always Marcos food looks delicious 👍🏻

[@therealtashiro]

Hi Brad! Great channel! Thanks for all the info! Keep it up! 😊👍🏻🍻

[@WaganTech]

Loving the video, thumbs up on the views and the vehicle insights.

[@jacmens]

still hoping for the overland cooking book from the one and only Marco , nice video Brad thnx :)

[@DonSudy]

Yes please. I’ll have some of Marco’s cooking. You guys need to give the east coast some love and come out for Overland Expo East this fall. Thanks for another enjoyable video Brad.

[@TrailRecon]

I would love to come out East.... I just need to save up some more vacation time!

[@45auto]

Got news for you, Marco. You ARE a real chef!

[@AndrewTurner251]

Jeeps are so cool, I love mine I’m a sucker for a good wrangler.

[@mikedv39]

Marco's set up is awesome. The spice box and all

[@OVRLNDX]

Mike Vose Thank you!!

[@beowulfgrendel24]

Just waiting to see what the Gladiator will bring. Really think that will become the king of overlanding vehicles

[@christophermichaelson9050]

Great thought!

[@joshuawaters151]

That packing video sounds like an awesome idea. I literally just got my lift and tires and itching to go camping.

[@romanvalenzuela7017]

marco is sparing everyone there from his legendary cooking

[@gilmeacham8109]

Excellent video Brad, as usual!

[@Jeep.Generation]

Great video. Marco is the man. His food looks so good! Thanks for sharing this.

[@OVRLNDX]

JEEP GENERATION Thank you for your comments! 🙏🏻

[@Badjak]

Loved it! Great work Brad! Thank You!!!

[@socaloverland3393]

Love watching Marco cook!

[@OVRLNDX]

Socal_Overland Thank you my friend!!

[@MrIanstein808]

What a beauty! Love this set up!

[@TYZR4ME]

Marco's carne asada Torta's. Good Job Marco!!!!

[@londel1767]

Marco is the Man! I wish I had his cooking skills.

[@dmooreish]

Awesome Videos!! A newbie in the off road world, your footage is top notch. Thank you.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@younghex9577]

Yes a cooking segment!