Overlanding/Camping Gear Guide - What's Working and What's Not

l continue my solo overland journey exploring more of the Sonoran Desert and venture into the Kofa Wildlife Refuge to find an amazing camp site. I travel part of the Arizona Peace Trail and find an incredible trail through the mountains.
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[@sturoland9464]

Love my Born Outdoor Badger Bed as well! It’s super comfortable and way burly. Cara is going to love it. 🙌 Thanks for the 10% discount code because I need another quilt.

[@richardfitzgerald1235]

Thank you, again. I love seeing the evolution of your gear over the last couple years. And that you actually use it and try out new stuff. And explain what works or doesn't and why. Super helpful for me and my friends. Thanks.

[@gavingoble6031]

I have a had a badger bet for about a year and a half. It’s truly an exceptional design when it comes to comfort in the outdoors.

[@turbojunki]

I’m glad you go through your gear periodically to show us, what you’re using or not using anymore. Thanks

[@bryceb5961]

Liked your review. I have a Badger Bag, as well, and I love it. Use it in the Kodiak tent and in my camper. In the snow and out in the desert.👍

[@adamkeane]

Cool see you adding the Badger Bed to your list! I've had mine for over a year and just love it because it just works. I've slept in it 45 days plus on the ground, on a cot, in a RTT, in my vehicle and on my buddy's floor! Cara will sleep well in it!

[@keithcrum2310]

Thank you for always giving a great break down on your gear. Another great video nice work !!!!

[@RWTT]

Awesome information Matt, we are looking forward to getting started with overlanding and will be attending the MOORE expo, hope to see you guys there.

[@reidcardwell]

Thanks for taking the time to do gear reviews and show us what you're using. There's so much stuff out there, it helps those of us who aren't as experienced know some of the things that are worth the hard-earned money.

[@reginaldwalton]

Purchased the Badger bed system last year and love it! I didn't get their mattress b/c I have have the Exped mega mat and that thing fits and is very comfortable. BUT you left out the most important and best camping gear - The Roperollers by Rollercam - Man those things are a God-send. 😄😄

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

Rope Rollers are awesome!! I had featured those not long ago.

[@uga.d4173]

FANTASTIC video! Thanks!

[@MovingMountainsOverland]

Less than 1k before you hit 100k subscribers! Congratulations. Hard work pays off!

[@Unit13FREMSLT]

Awesome kit, thanks for sharing!

[@bryanjohnson5803]

Thanks for another great post Matt. Truly enjoy your videos. Some of these are truly innovative products and so glad these small US companies are developing them. Just wish they were a little more affordable for us part timers.

[@AudiaciousLife]

for the origami chair, I use a one tigris high back chair for backpacking trips. its heavier for backpacking and doesnt have the wide foot pieces so can sink into soft ground but theyre rated for over 300 lbs and me at 6'2 and 280 sits in them just fine. had far more back support too. Still have to put it together though lol.

[@Jacob-rn]

I was typing about how much I love my cliq chairs before you finished then you pulled one out.

[@bhunter3850]

Thanks for the gear list. I’m loving the toilet idea 😂

[@evannickel7078]

clicked on this when it said uploaded 28 seconds ago lol i got a problem 😂

[@sportkiteflyer]

Best overlanding channel, bar none! 👏

[@Clintshandpainted]

Nothin’ beats the GSI Rocker chair!

[@markadger]

I was about the goal zero light pole. I’m so glad I saw your review first. I pulled the trigger and purchased the lightranger mid video. I also purchased the filter kit and battery pack as well.

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

Great choice!!

[@MOTO9]

Good info for me . thank you for your review.

[@Eddie_-_]

On the stay clean topic. We are an amateur over landing couple. But we installed a water tank with an electric pump. With a garden hose and a shower handle. We have both a shower and a way to easily clean dishes. I don’t know why we are the only ones doing it like that.

[@JasonSmithKingazjay]

I love the reviews, and I also love the honesty! Thank you.

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

Glad you like them!

[@Introverted_Outlander]

Hey Matt fellow KZbinr here I’ve been on the road for four years, I recently settled my parents estate that spent some time, urban camping in the driveway, and I inherited quite a lot of gear from the home. Now, my travel buddy likes using this gear so she has all the necessities for cooking whatever she wants to cook, but we very little space in our 12 foot off-road camper and the Jeep combined. I’d love to see a video where you do a full load out of everything you guys are using on your rig. to pair down some of the stuff. We literally have one medium size, black and yellow storage bin full of cooking stuff plus I have two front runner bins full of my normal kitchen stuff.

[@W2IRT]

For camp chairs, I will allow for extra space to bring along my GCI Freestyle Rocker. I'm a bigger person and it holds my bulk nicely, and rocking in front of a campfire seriously can't be beat. I also have the GCI Roadtrip Rocker that packs down nicely, but if I had to choose one or the other, with space not a consideration, the Freestyle rocker would be my choice. I'm intrigued by the Front Runner for size considerations, but I'm not entirely sure it would be comfortable for a Gentleman Of Unusual Size. I may try one out this year and see.

[@markperza384]

Great review!! See you at the Moore Expo!

[@terryeverritt9940]

just got the full windsor magware plates, bowls and utensils,,, haven't used it yet but it appears to be well made and no raddling.

[@alanharvey1499]

Thanks for the discount code. Will be using it. Sure like to see your hammock rig if there not there. Got to if I can make it work with my Draumr by Amok equipment. Very unique hammock.

[@erics3527]

For ground tent/ bed roll you need to check out canvas cutter. Their system is brilliant.

[@kkingquad]

I do love accumulating “stuff”! That’s quite the collection

[@TonyEdwards-cm2qh]

Good info cant wait for garage sale

[@TammysTrailsNTravel]

should take a look at Front Runner chair, love it cause it has arm rests

[@reyleondelaselva1789]

Don't forget the BRS-32 dual burner stove that is extremely compact.

[@duncdunc76]

Stanley makes a smaller pot kit called the Adventure Camp Cook Set similar to the Gerber that might work good for you. I have one and use it for camping and enjoy it. Bonus is that it works with an induction cook top.

[@MountainMan677]

Just put my insulation cover on my 55. Didn't realize it even cover the bottom. Can't wait to see how well it works

[@gabehodges1088]

Great overview, lets see that comparison!!

[@JarradShaw]

Matt, for some new sleep systems please look into Zenbivy sleep systems. Mike the owner has EXPED style foam self inflating pads, along with some blow up ones and all 5 r value or above. BUT, it’s their sheet and down quilts that blow me away. And I think you two would appreciate their size, to feel, to warmth. Check em out and see if Mike would send you a few down options and their 30 inch wide pad pads.

[@joesoutdoorplaces]

New subscriber. Been watching a few older videos. I’m outfitting my 4Runner and am very interested in camping in the Ozarks. But the easy places.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

We carry a ARB 50qt two section and it has worked best whether our trip is a week or when we went three months traveling to Alaska. We travel in a F-150 pulling a nucamp 400 BDL and the ARB sits behind the front passenger seat (that section of the back seat lifts up. We can get about 4-5 days worth of food and then another 2-3 in the fridge in our nucamp. For power, during travel the ARB runs off the truck DC (nice port on the back of the console). If we park for a break of longer than an hour, I have a small lithium battery system that I’ll plug the ARB into. In an emergency, it can ran the ARB for almost 18-hrs. Have the original Fire Can and just a few weeks ago on a camping trip, we used a medium size Dutch Oven skillet and cooked breakfast and dinner. Did cook one meal with a small skillet but had to be very careful it tipped off the Fire Can.

[@MTBryanH]

The camp chair lifecycle! Haha! Welcome to my world! I'm still on the comfortable but too big phase! Hahahaha!

[@andrewstocker7457]

great gear video Matt... like some one else said, let us know if there is a garage sale in the future..wink wink... since i missed gettin a slot on the patreon trip by about 12 seconds, i guess I will see you next at Moore Expo...i might be nearby at a friends house (jalapeno deer sausage) for the eclipse if y'all are home/in the area....

[@02oilburner]

Hey Matt! I watch all your videos. We have been slowly getting gear. I always like your reviews. We just got the Devos Light Ranger and The Iceco VL65 because of this video. Thanks for the links and dicount code! With the dual zone fidge, what do you keep you temps at when you're on the trail? Freezer side temp and fridge side temp? Thanks, and keep up the awesome channel!

[@ahmednesbitte4906]

Hi Matt, I love love love this video! I’m curious though, would you ever considered in bringing a microwave? Thank you for sharing this video. 🚙

[@stevecarlson2346]

Re: Cooksets - if you want a somewhat smaller version of that Gerber cookset, look at the Stanley Adventure Camp Even Heat Pro Cook Set. Very high quality.

[@W2IRT]

I completely agree. I bought mine a few years ago and it's always in my kitchen bin.

[@dino5254]

Perfect camp chair is $20 from Amazon. 😂The Helinox type chair I use inside my Gazelle Tent. $39 version on Amazon with a little $26 Sportneer table.

[@bluwasabi7635]

Thanks for sharing this! Very helpful indeed. How do you take your 5 lb propane tank off of your vehicle to your portable fireplace? Quick release?

[@steenhenninger9920]

Great video. One comment on the Cliq chairs. We have 4 of the originals and I love everything about them except the rubber feet wore out very quickly on all 4, and there is no way to replace them (I checked with Cliq). Fine on a hard surface, but in dirt or sand, the metal legs without the rubber feet sink easily. My only complaint with them, and the reason I won't replace them.

[@atomneely]

The stanley cookset is probably what you're looking for to replace that gerber set. Very similar product, just a little smaller.

[@scottsnyder8691]

Love your reviews of the stuff you actually use and really put through their paces. It would be good to know from the viewer's standpoint what you purchased and what was given to you. I'm probably more forgiving on drawbacks if it's free, but like that Rux bag - it's great, but for $300 I'll find a more budget option, plus all of the other add ons you had it's closer to $500...to store chips and bread. If I got it for free, it would be great.

[@catchusoutside4884]

Great video bro, I guess I need to spend some more money 😂. Hoping you hit that 10k subs very soon! Rootin for ya!

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

Appreciate it!!

[@SE7ENinc1]

I've been using the Dometic go camp chair this past season because it packs up tight and is very comfortable. But that cliq chair is tempting. I hate to admit that I've spent so much on different chairs and they're all just too big.

[@StartBuildingYourDreams]

I love our Dometic Go chairs too. I’ve had rockers and others in the past. Personally I like having armrests. The new click chair being a bit bigger and in a small package is appealing.

[@codychilders8307]

Honestly, on the fridge thing.... We have given up cold drinks for room temp. That completely solves an issues with room. We keep small snacks around as well. Two of us and our dog. We could manage a week with 45L

[@scottsnyder8691]

We just add a couple drinks at a time and that works well. No need to keep every drink cold all the time.

[@CampingWIthTheGregorys]

Awesome content mate and a new subscriber from Queensland australia

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

Thanks and welcome

[@marceld6061]

Clic chair looks sweet. I would prefer one with a higher back like the 'wind chime chair' I currently use. I have the Jetboil Genesis Basecamp. The included pot and pan are generous but not oversized. I also have a smaller MSR 4 pot kit for the times I don't need the larger ones. I agree about the GerberGear ComplEAT set. I almost pulled the trigger on it but I have enough pots. The ability to stack everything in one kit is a nice feature but not worth the price. I would consider ditching the MSR kit if Gerber came out with a 2 person kit like you mentioned. IIRC, the bag for the kit can be used as a wash sink? We bought the InstaPrivy last year but haven't gone out where we have needed to use it yet. It currently sits in the Jeep for those "just in case" situations. You never know when nature is going to suddenly call!

[@shanehanson1268]

Great info thx 👍

[@PhuVet]

Walmart sells a nicer chair now, its $50 and very comfortable. Coleman fold n go is great, 1/3 the price of jetboil too.

[@karlbrohan2126]

Hi Mat, A good vid idea for a nube like me would be how you deal with nitty gritty camping duties that no one addresses....i.e. do you just dump garbage in your tailgate garbage bag and wash it out when you get home, or do you use liners? How do you clean your kitchen gear after a meal? (pots, pans, silverware cups etc.) Water being at a premium. It would seem to me some kind of clean up would be required to keep large 4 legged omnivores out of your tent at night. Sorry for being a noodle head about this... Karl

[@TerryManitoba]

WRT the Cliq chair. I've got a great chair (BIG) with "hard" (important ) arm rests that I pull out when we are staying for more than a night or two. . As much as I like my Helinox style chair for a quick and dirty chill fest for long term lounging - Hard Arm Rests (a/w drink & phone holder) R GOLD... So - Do you miss not having a proper hard arm rest on the Cliq???

[@merritts3515]

That's the biggest issue with truck bed stuff. Everything gets dusty and wet. The best solution having an enclosed bed cover. But that's not always practical. I currently keep Everything in sealed tool boxes. Things are clean but unorganized

[@jeepncj7]

Did you talk about the Joulle kettle? I was curious about that one and not sure if I missed it being mentioned.

[@safarjohn]

Joolca has a battery as well, just need water and propane. We have the nomad kit.

[@jamesstein5952]

Thanks Matt like to see what is working for you. I'm a fan of Claymore lights. strong and durable. Hope you are at Flag Expo

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

We will see you there!!

[@ericpierce4041]

These items were great suggestions thanks

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

You are so welcome!

[@DavidBryan-rq5zo]

Great Video! The downside of watching your Gear Review videos is they always cost me money! lol

[@cramias1]

I tried a cliq chair but didn't like the lack of armrests, and forced recline position. I switched to a front runner expander, which is way more comfortable and still folds up relatively compact. I still keep the cliq chair for when space is at an absolute premium but for most uses I think the expander is just better

[@joemzd]

I had a Cliq on my wishlist for *years* and, for the same reason you highlighted, got a Helinox instead, and I've been very happy with it.

[@robsanders4213]

Excellent video. I have an Iceco VL45Pro fridge that opens on the long side. Do you think that Iceco drawer/slide you have will pull out far enough for this fridge to clear a Vector Offroad Highland shelf and open? It would be mounted in a JLU Wrangler.

[@kentonseydellaolcp4785]

I like to have our toilet setup share components and functions of a vehicle spill kit, containment and absorption. Double duty, save space and weight.

[@graygoatjeep]

Have you considered going electric for cooking with an induction cooktop? I am in the process of buying stuff for overlanding and think it would be good to eliminate the need to carry fuel. Great video, Thank you!

[@fern1493]

Hey Matt, check out the following 2 burner stove. BRS-32 Portable Camping Stove, Foldable. This is a stove that was on youtuber TheOutdoorGearReview. I bought it and love this one. One connection for 2 burners, you can easily get the adapter for propane or use the ISO Butane bottles also. Love this one and very compact. Check it out!

[@BearMacTX]

Hey Matt, thanks for the gear review. I've been waiting on my new Ranger Raptor for months now, and have been considering getting a GFC or Topo Topper for it. Do you have any insight into these, and have you considered upgrading to one? I've also been leaning towards getting an UEV 490 or a Dweller 13. Do you still have your UEV, and how has it held up these past couple of years? Thank you sir.

[@jasonhouk7939]

Gerber makes a griddle pan thats carbon. Im 100% buying it.

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

I'm gonna check that out.

[@donkeyracer6551]

Hey Matt thanks again for great video. Any thoughts on the bluetti swapsolo portable fridge/freezer with rechargeable battery packs? Seems like a great solution to avoid hardwiring into truck. Thanks

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

I have one and will have a video out later this month. I did a preview in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3WTZpeNjaannqs - and initial impressions are high.

[@destroystreets1023]

at 11:00 the "its dumb" lol we've all been there.

[@CallMeMrBill]

Just ordered the Devos Light using your code. So expect some $$ back your way. 🙂

[@timflaherty2731]

Maybe I missed you talking about it in the video, but I saw you have a Joulle. What do you think about it? Easier to make something quick?

[@barryraven4745]

Is the fridge slide with the drawer mounted or is it just sitting in the bed? If mounted how did you do it?

[@Nolgore]

Could you include chapters in the future for the long form videos?

[@EricHandlon-gk7bz]

Hello, we have a four-door jeep Rubicon, and are beginning to start planning our off-road adventures. Is there a winch and bumper you would recommend?

[@bluwasabi7635]

How did you fit a water dispenser tap on your rotopax? Also, where did you find it?

[@timoban8971]

what are you all at OOA doing for the eclipse? I have a group coming down to southern MO to check it out. can't wait to check out some trails the weekend before the eclipse!! sorry if you've covered this in any recent videos. I'm a little behind. thanks for all the great content!!

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

Its going right over our house so we will probably watch it at home. lol

[@timoban8971]

enjoy the show! cheers!

[@alfonsoolvera2596]

Man im regular shower guy 😂😂😂 so all this time wondering how you guys bathed, now I know. Nice gear and expensive I can see that you have invested a good amount of money Nice video!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@veniaminpetrashishin9466]

My clik chair bottom leg rubber just fell off today and I haven’t used it too much out champing I just had it for a bout two years and the rubber turned to plastic and just fell off.

[@HIRAMOFFROADNOVERLAND]

Hello, what are you planning for 100k suscribers, 3 day overland in the ozarks?? Congrats in advance

[@Colesgotsteez]

What trash can is that you use? I’m looking for one like that that’s not on my rear tire!

[@drcsep]

Try the naturehike double burner stove that is compared with the Jetboil and cheaper

[@jameshenderson9228]

What trash bag ate you using on the gladiator

[@1995Kakashi]

For the jetboil burner, hows that do in the wind? Whats good about the coleman is that it has the wind guards but its bulky as.

[@W2IRT]

@1995Kakashi I've been using the Jetboil Genesis for two seasons and no, it's not great in the wind. It comes with a flimsy plastic wind shield that isn't very good. That's the *only* downside to the Genesis. I've had two camp stoves for the last 35 years--the other was (is) a Coleman white gas suitcase-style from the early 1990s. It hurt like heck to replace it with the Jetboil, but after the first use in the wild, I was convinced I made the right choice. But yeah, in high wind, you have to shelter it a bit.

[@BrandonBaecker]

My posts keep getting deleted for some reason. I don't get it. Check out the Oxo carbon steel pans with removable handles. All the benefits of cast iron at a fraction of the weight. Plus the removable handles make them great for packing and space saving.

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

I'll check them out. Thanks.

[@meltaylor1374]

I agree, I love the OXO carbon steel pans.

[@michaelptm2269]

Every considered a TemboTusk? Or would you still prefer a jet boil? Great video!

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

I've had a Skottle in the past. Honestly I wasn't a fan. I've got friends that absolutely love them though.

[@michaelptm2269]

@@OzarkOverlandAdventures thank you! Really enjoy the videos keep up the great work!

[@davelier9572]

Curious why now just run a topper -aka camper shell - to keep the dust and weather off all your gear in the back instead of that rack system?

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

They look hideous. 😂

[@Dechenzio]

Gd some camp chairs.... my kids start grinning when I buy a new one, cause they know they're about to get a new chair. Meanwhile, I STILL don't have one I like.

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

😂😂😂

[@Dechenzio]

@OzarkOverlandAdventures those Cliq's look interesting.... Are they going to be a Moore? I'd like to sit in one before I drop $300, lol. We're doing a charity event in Eureka that weekend, but I think we're going to try and come up.

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

@@Dechenzio no but you can sit in mine. Lol

[@maggiedonovan]

does the Born come with the down blankets?

[@sturoland9464]

They do have a down blankets and you can layer them so you can add a second one to make it warmer. Matt showed us Cara’s bedroll with her two quilt setup. It really is a great sleep system because it just works. 👍

[@Greatgadgetsgear]

Should have just got the complete genesis kit lol

[@klb3400]

I'd totally be interested in an online garage sale of yours...

[@Wrongwayadventures]

Can you send a link on the click chair that was not shown with the higher back?

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

The link in the description goes to their website which has all their chairs.

[@crawllander]

If your ICECO has issues can you repair it, or do you have to throw it out and buy a new one?

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

The only issue I’ve had is with a VL60 that wouldn’t keep the temps set. IceCo replaced it under warranty.

[@infob.r.c.7325]

Fyi green pot is GSI not sea to summit. Similar but different companies

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

You may be right. I've had this one so long I can't see the brand anymore. lol

[@lamajoker]

What is the brand name of your trash bag?

[@mnhockeyone]

Matt confirm that the chair is worth all $297...... my wife may kill me is she finds out the price!

[@OzarkOverlandAdventures]

It’s a fantastic chair. I can’t save you from your wife though. 😂