Overlanding Is Dead... Long Live Overlanding

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The overlanding scene of the past is dead and if you're new to overlanding in 2024 you are going to want to learn how to navigate the much more crowded landscape. The good news is there has been a lot of off-road innovation and 4x4 options are as good as they have ever been... the bad news is the overland market is so hot it has been flooded with newcomers... some of them know what they are doing and some of them you need to know how to protect yourself from.
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[@OutdoorAuto]

This Video has no sponsors, it is just an honest reflection on the state of the market... People need to understand how much stuff has changed and the challenges of navigating this landscape. I hope it is helpful.

[@calebsiemens5067]

I'm in the Boise area as well, with a Toyota ish rig (lexus). Any shop you recommend for mechanical stuff?? You could msg privately if you'd rather. Good content as always!

[@tippysvids]

Im old enough to remember when we just called this camping.

[@OutdoorAuto]

You and me both

[@AA-vr8ez]

Ok boomer

[@oldgrunt5569]

@@AA-vr8ez that's just an inapropos ad hominem. not an actual counterpoint. .

[@oldgrunt5569]

@@OutdoorAuto really important service you're doing by calling out the recovery gear. Among other things WLLs on straps etc are getting dangerously ignored. When you see a company selling a bow shackle as a "d-ring" run. The other way the sport/hobby has changed and which I admit is pet peeve not safety concern, is the way all these people are cramming every creature comfort and amenity into the back of their rig. Everything from air conditioning units for tents to hauling an enclosed stove large enough to bake a family sized lasagna. I'm sure that's fun. But that's not overlanding. These people need to stop pretending, just buy an Airstream and accept and embrace the hobby they really want to do ...and stay the heck off my trails. If you choose to invest thousands in all those comfort items instead of a proper suspension, differential gearing and lockers I shouldn't be obliged to recover you just so I can get down the trail you're blocking.

[@pl5861]

@@oldgrunt5569 I agree. I'll be glad when the fad is over so I can get back out to true camping again.

[@marcusdarby2854]

Another thing people should realize is not the case is you do not need to spend thousands of dollars on your rig to enjoy the hobby and go have fun. A lot of these KZbinrs get free stuff from sponsors or major discounts like 50% off or more. So they can do these amazing builds but most people don’t or can’t do that right out the gate!

[@daviddecker8421]

I agree. At the same time I can't go to a sporting goods store or I get the bug and get something.I tell people I spend thousands of dollars so I can live like a homeless person outside in the dirt

[@CrippleCreekStudios]

I appreciate your wisdom. As a new guy wanting to get in to this, I’ve come to realize I need to seek out guys like yourself that I can build a trust in and then take it slow in building out my setup. Thanks.

[@dadventuretv2538]

Best advice- get out there with someone else in their rig. Ask em if you can throw your tent in and tag along. You’ll learn a lot from them. And then just start going out. You don’t have to wait until you have absolutely everything. Getting out there will help you figure out what you need and how you want to organize.

[@drivingsports]

Man, I really wanted a slo-motion shot of that sad little shovel getting destroyed. Nice video, Nate.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Oh man... I don't quite have the camera work down as well as you... maybe next time.

[@dizi17]

Thank you for opening this, some important points right here

[@OutdoorAuto]

I've been testing a lot of stuff on honestly it get alarming some time... figured someone at to share some of the behind the scenes testing and learnings.

[@Western-Wild]

Greatly appreciate your comments on this emerging trend/issue in the space. We have a relatively small KZbin channel, yet still receive weekly messages from fly by night companies asking us to rep their gear. It's wild really, and hard to predict the long term ramifications for the industry. In general we would love to see more of an emphasis from journalists, KZbinrs and influencers on buying less stuff. Instead they should focus on high quality equipment that actually enhances the outdoor experience.

[@EddieLindsay681]

I received that same shovel for a gift from someone and I had work hard to pretend I liked it and needed one just like it.

[@OutdoorAuto]

😂 you are a good person.

[@Venture2Roam]

Overlanding is dead, long live Overbuying! Great topic dude..hope it sparks lots of good dialogue.

[@jimbrown7261]

Being specific about the fluff that is more fluff than useful would be the biggest help. Thank you.

[@TheOutdoorPursuit]

Excellent video! Your topics are well researched and very thorough. I’m in the market to upgrade my RTT to a clamshell and this is very helpful. Thank you.

[@mtb_lou9074]

Great video. I just started to get my feet wet with this overland thing. I’m in the market for my 1st RT and definitely want to make the right decision. This is not a cheap hobby so being informed is key. Appreciate the insight!

[@jguil4d]

Man, that shovel! Talk about reinventing the wheel. When I wanted a quality compact shovel, I went down to my local military surplus store and bought an ET. Kept that thing in my work kit for years. I drive a desk for that company, now, but it’s one of the two tools I’ve continued to keep at work.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Best one I had was from and surplus store too...

[@jguil4d]

@@OutdoorAuto it sure is weird how the people whose lives literally depended upon a good compact shovel design figured out how to build a quality folding shovel.

[@AllThingsOverlanding]

Really great points in this video buddy! Great job!

[@RogerCampillo]

All you have said is true. What I really don’t understand is how people don’t pay attention to these. Honestly, also asking experienced people is important and super useful. I have an off-roader friend that says…man, I’m too poor to buy cheap and unknown stuff…and it’s totally true

[@twotoomanyproductions]

Thank you for the video. Great information. Great insight on proper purchasing procedures. The bleeding edge ALWAYS follows the cutting edge...

[@ELuciferC]

Agreed 100% on all points here. I feel like a crazy person trying to explain this exact problem to my friends and peers who CONTINUE to fall for hype and junk gear. Too many companies trying to steal from this market segment with no knowledge or real world experience to add to it.

[@Clint3029]

Very worthwhile video!!!! And what makes matter worse? I watched several reviews of the tent you just showcased and not of the KZbinrs mentioned the weight!!!! Many KZbin reviewers do not mention the short comings of the products or simply avoid some parts of the product all together. E.g. 270 Awnings - Do they actually open up to 270 degrees? How are the hinges made? How are the arms constructed? How is the backbone of the awning? Is it really freestanding or only just as long as it take to set it up? etc. It is great to see someone upfront about what is happening. I was going to say I subscribed, but I already had!!!! Keep up the good work.

[@bryanjohnson5803]

Thanks for the post. We used to call it car/jeep camping or boondocking years ago. I upgraded to a Jeep Gladiator a few years ago. Watched overland channels. Rooftop tent cool, but costs $3000+. And I have a family of 4. Buy Gazelle ground tent they all said, $600. But it doesn't fit in the 5' gladiator bed. 😮‍💨 Its a great tent and I still use it, but have to pack it on the kayak trailer because it can't fit in the bed. So I now have a $150 Coleman that measures >4' and fits in the bed. Not to knock the Gazelle because it did stand up to a significant 60+ mph thunderstorm with almost no leaks while other tents in our group were destroyed. I also realize that some of these companies are innovating and developing products. As small companies in a niche market they have to charge higher prices. I am willing to pay for their innovation when it makes sense and they provide a product I need. Especially if I can buy American made and manufactured.

[@darranjacobsen4366]

Thanks for the great info. Hope to see you at the Overland Expo in Redmond this month

[@GaryChastain]

Agree with your video, been camping in a Jeep for 25 plus years. Yes we have purchased the latest/ greatest stuff to have it sitting in a pile in the garage. It is absolutely about trade offs in functionality and resources the vehicle has.

[@OutdoorAuto]

The trade off thing is hard for people to accept... in almost everything now days the only limit is how much you want to spend... but Outdoor adventure in truly remote places will always require some version of a minimalist approach - Keep it simple, keep it reliable, keep it light.... It great, that is what I love about it... but it really seems to drive some people nuts.

[@GaryChastain]

@@OutdoorAuto it would be interesting to break down Overlanding into aspects of, such as recovery, sleeping, food preparation, weight management, vehicle function from a loaded perspective (handling, fuel economy, wind resistance, trailer towing, etc). Would be interesting to see input from senior campers and new to Overlanding inputs.

[@harvmac69]

Great points! Thanks for sharing!

[@akmac55]

Thank you for this perspective!

[@flyfisher530]

Solid video with great comments about form, function, quality, etc. The shovel was hilarious - hard to believe that was a $450 kit!

[@jonathanpalmer228]

Yeah they slap overland on something and want high dollar lol

[@Projects4fun9]

All Chinese made junk

[@Verb130]

As usual, you bring up the hard conversations that really need to be talked about, but no one wants to say. Keep up the good work.

[@rogerramirez227]

Great video very informative and helpful

[@756766]

Great Video!! Thanks for keeping us updated. Scribed!!

[@TxJK18]

Best advice for newbies. Buy things from well stablished brands. The so-called overland is not a new thing. Australians have been doing this for years. Roof top tents existed in Australia and South America since the early 2000s. There also some reputable brands with budget options, Tepui Tents now Thule for example, ROAM adventure company makes some good products too. ARB, WARN, have recovery equipment that has been tested and options for all budgets, IRONMAN; TJM are good australian brands too, Rhinorack, FrontRunners have excellent products for roof racks Just to name a few brands. Payload is also an important topic. Lots of people like to carry pretty much the whole house with them. An oversized fridge will eat your payload pretty quick add to that a heavy tent, plus water, plus extra fuel.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Yeah, but even that is getting confusing... a lot of the Original companies either have been bought or are trying to hold onto old times and are over charging for products that are basic commodities nowadays... a great example is roof racks that cost over $2000 and Rooftop tents that are $4000 - $5000... the ones that really get me is when they are the exact same Chinese ones on amazon... just with a different name slapped on them.

[@TxJK18]

@@OutdoorAuto Tepui is one the examples it used to be really affordable and simple now it is owned by Thule. While they still on affordable side, there are less models, less accessories. Roam also overcharge for most of their stuff. They are functional and good quality but overpriced for what they are.

[@popo_patty]

Good stuff. Refreshing to see more people doing this style video.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Hopefully they are helpful... so many people getting into this stuff right now.

[@popo_patty]

@@OutdoorAuto yup. And lots of pop up companies just reselling white label bland products and calling it innovation and ripping off other companies that put in work.

[@Wklambert]

My wife and I talked about this very subject at the last outdoor Expo we went to. Got a novelty shovel because it was 20 bucks. Probably a gimmick, I thought. I didn't "need" it, but thought it'd be cool to have as a backup. Messed w it a little bit, and it's not even a backup, it's it's own thing. I'm not relying on my survival for it, but it's small enough to keep around and see how it survives. But, there was TONS of products out there that I just had to shake my head. Solving non-existant problems. Made in China. "Our Parent Company" etc, etc... The money grab is real. I've pretty much stopped purchasing anything from any company that I can't clearly identify, verifying their history in this segment, and actually pronounce the CEO's name... I'd much rather chat w Shane, from Alaska, who runs XYZ Co that's been in business since 86, and has given back to the community in ways that can't be measured with the almighty dollar... I've changed my opinions, and my wife has too.

[@iceman-ko6xi]

great advice. keep up the great channel

[@OutdoorAuto]

I'll Keep making stuff if you guys keep watching it... thanks for the support.

[@SublimeTree]

Good info man!

[@Sungie264]

Thank you for this video. Im a beginner overlander but Im choosing to keep my build mostly stock. Sticking to 2wd friendly trails. 😅😅

[@OutdoorAuto]

Nothing wrong with stock... in reality it is probably the most reliable setup.

[@paulguinto5150]

Thank you

[@OutdoorAuto]

Hopefully its a helpful video for people.

[@TheDhmcompu]

Thank you for opening my eyes to this topic of maintenance who will do the work to watch for how long accompany has been in the space that their product is in. I’m a trucker and I appreciate this because I own a Cascadia freightliner and the only reason I have one instead of a Pete is number one cost And their vast network like a TA shop or a Speedco shop. I’m also an owner of a Ford F250 with an 8 foot bed. I’d love to take it over Landing. Do you have any recommendations what I should do to it?

[@OverlandBeardCompany]

Thank you for addressing this. It definitely needed to be said. 🍻

[@OutdoorAuto]

Hopefully it doesn't get me cancelled... but it seemed like an important topic.

[@OverlandBeardCompany]

@@OutdoorAuto I wouldn’t fret about being cancelled. You presented your topic professionally, spoke common sense into an industry that’s being inundated with inferior products due to greed and didn’t mention the brands. I hope the video goes viral so more people are aware of this problem. Cheers! 🍻

[@Invertmini1212]

Honestly when I actually got informed on these add ons for your rig and started to understand how over priced everything is I went DIY... AKA Prinsu roof rack or Sherpa for $900-1400 for my 4 Runner, found out what they're made of etc and was honestly sick to my stomach. The Extruded Aluminum for the racks and cross bars can be bought from multiple sights who will cut to your needs etc for $100-200 and a few pieces of Aluminum/Metal for rails and front flair is $100 or less.. so you can build your own for $300 or even less... Thats a major upcharge for something that can be built with some time, homework, and a angle grinder... 😅

[@dfox344]

Thank you for sharing. Keep up the truth.

[@ExpeditionaryOverland]

Well said brother! 100%

[@Andysworld365]

Good advice to follow.

[@allentisthammer4763]

Happy Father's Day and thank you.

[@SOGSEAL]

Thats with everything in life, stay vigilant :)

[@TheUnorthodoxx]

It's not dead! It's just that companies are taking advantage of the damn title. No click bait!

[@spec24]

I think you missed the point. Big time.

[@williamolliges2622]

My favorite bleeding edge product was a really cool battery mount for the in floor storage space in the back of a Ford Bronco. I was thinking this was a great way to set up a predator calling system (normal people would use it for a refrigerator), but it was pretty expensive. It was also setup for a specific battery. The battery people stopped making the battery. I didn’t even buy one, and I lost my mind. I could only imagine spending almost a grand on a special gizmo, so special that it’s special trash a mere six months after the special purchase.

[@OutdoorAuto]

This is a good example... thanks for sharing.

[@scottclukey2424]

Dually noted, great informative and so true . . . Stay safe out there . . . The bling is truely blinding and crap is Just that . . .

[@BaconCruiser]

That’s the shovel you hand your toddler to keep them busy 😂. I think you buy things companies have earned accolades for, like Toyota and naturally aspirated V8s and V6s. Safety counts especially when your miles/hours from help.

[@JT_Adventures]

I am considering that topoak rtt but at 178 lbs I am skeptical of adding it to the top of my gladiator with an rsi smartcap. Do you really recommend it?

[@explore_off_road]

Maybe do a video on these new fancy external reservoir shocks? Maybe you have, I'm new (as in this video) to the channel,.. I'll parooze and check out other topics. But that might be a good one for folks that are new. All the "INFLUENCERS" are given these new super shocks... Like Kings and others ... But don't say anything on how long they last. They look new and shiney, but they don't mention they are for racing and those guys rebuild them even between races! I have normal shocks ... And they are still going. How often do these new external reservoir shocks need to be rebuilt .... As you speak of buying things and "Understand the maintenance and maintenance costs." Just a thought.

[@OutdoorAuto]

I have a few suspension videos out from the basics for beginners all the way to high end long travel... Suspension Basics - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaSZdYtjmLuSrtk Long Travel - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ23lIGMqM6lfdE Bp-51 suspension review - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIu2f4yFg7eMrrM

[@h5-ll353]

@OutdoorAuto what is the small roof top tent you mentioned for a short bed truck?

[@OutdoorAuto]

Tent From Video: Ezunstuck Low Profile tent - amzn.to/3RtUXbK

[@VnazT]

We used to call this wheelin and camping.

[@patriotsedge6730]

I don't know.of In the Marine Corps I've dug MANY fighting positions with an E-Tool just like that little dinky thing of a shovel. I'm confident, 100%, that I could dig a solid hole, or my Taco out of a sticky situation with that E-Tool. But, that's just me.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Yeah... you just need one made of actual good metal... I had one as a kid that was pretty solid.

[@JimBob-qh8gl]

15 years ago I got a 30 sec tent for $49 that is water proof, Now they want $350 and maybe waterproof

[@Captain-Donut]

‼️ Nice reality check ‼️. 🙏❤️ love from Scotland ❤️🙏

[@warjunkiesupply8861]

What is the full size shovel you showed?

[@OutdoorAuto]

That came with a truck I bought... it is a Dnos shovel.

[@MrMaikeul]

Nate, you're soooo spot on. Just to your point: would you rely on a company that makes various roofracks AND fridges AND recovery gear. etc. etc. etc and all of this under the same name without any history or expertise? I hope not. xD

[@gabriellunsford145]

"for every death there will always be a birth" overlanding will come back in say 4 to 5 years with a new name and identity, such is a cycle.

[@tylersargent8972]

I enjoy seeing the dumpster fire in the background!

[@OutdoorAuto]

Next weeks video is all on the Dumpster Fire

[@k53847]

So the openroad tent is great tent for a Ram powerwagon? Interesting.

[@OutdoorAuto]

honestly... yes.... it is a REALLY nice tent... just really heavy.

[@robertscranton8293]

Number one.. You must have a snorkel on your vehicle. The latest trend is dual snorkels which started in (I hear) Bavaria.

[@OutdoorAuto]

I raise you 2 snorkels and ask why not helicopter blades... it's like we aren't even trying... 😂

[@jaymay5457]

Back in the day we called overlanding hunting and camping.

[@shaunyaddof6459]

Any thoughts on Packout campers?

[@Brumsey99989]

Overlanding is on the brink of becoming a strictly rich guy thing… it’s always been there to a certain extent, but it’s about to become an exclusive activity. The crowds will fall big time. If you’re not stinkin rich and you don’t have a rig now, chances are you never will.. at least for a decade or two.

[@livinagoodlife]

Why tho? People have been off-roading for decades without new tech. You can still do that

[@michaelmccombs3367]

hell yeah I love to OverLind!

[@OutdoorAuto]

apparently I have an accent... or talk to fast... 😳

[@michaelmccombs3367]

All good, man! I'm just being a goof. I love the content! Keep up the good work!

[@jonathanpalmer228]

What I've done is if I need to buy gear, I look at the aussie market, their products tend to be much more higher quality and actually functional

[@OutdoorAuto]

They have a lot of good stuff but I have a lot of Aussie friends and they are just as leary of somestuff being made... they have their own brands that are making less then ideal stuff...

[@jonathanpalmer228]

@OutdoorAuto yes they are but for big ticket items or legacy items I have not been disappointed in my aussie gear at all. It's been super high quality compared to the American brands and not much more than what the American are charging. But I also stay away from glamping and keep it low key

[@FuryonKnight]

I had no idea Conor McGregor Made such Great overlanding videos!!!😅

[@leftcoastoverland8750]

Always. ALLWAYS research what the pro’s are doing first, and what gear they are using for extended periods of time to get in and out of places. Often times it’s the tried and true mfg that are keeping the pace, and the periphery whiz bang guys pop off and flash out. With a few exceptions. Maxtrax being one. They innovated a solid product and continued to develop and deliver some of the best recovery tools on the market. You know they’re solid because they haven’t yet sold out and branched into manufacturing things like refrigerators, and lighting, and all the other accessories they could slap a logo onto. Keeping it real they’re all about recovery equipment, and only recovery equipment.

[@juanmcsweeney4503]

As a kid in the 70’s I remember it was called “camping”. I love these same guys I see everyday on the freeway with recovery boards, propane tanks, gas cans, roof top tents etc Do you really need all that garbage on your truck when your driving to the office?

[@jeepinandexplorin]

Camping and Overlanding are supposed to be two different things. However everyone Is jumping on the Overlanding name bandwagon. And taking all that stuff off and on your rig and storing it somewhere is a pain. So yes in some instances it's necessary

[@brocklastname6682]

Overlanding is like camping. You just spend 10x the money.

[@John-ke2jm]

I’ve said that same thing too. It’s all just decoration. Why would you want all that stuff just being beat on by UV when you likely are using it once a month at most.

[@jeepinandexplorin]

If using everything once in a while yes. But when your out a week at time or every single weekend for two or three days not a campgrounds someone that stuff is great to have. But there's always people that have stuff just for looks because they have the money. But you assume that's everyone obviously

[@Mrdjlimp]

Yes....all of it (guilty)

[@HAHA.GoodMeme]

companies selling junk should feel shame and face boycott.

[@6point1hemi]

Hope the hype keeps going down. The prices for anything and everything offroading have gone bonkers.

[@boblong6759]

I bet that “survival pack” was from field craft.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Actually no... I have never tested any of their stuff.

[@boblong6759]

@@OutdoorAuto well that’s good to hear. I haven’t bought any of their gear but I’ve thought about it recently.

[@project_poor_runner]

If you’re going to buy an E-tool, buy a quality one from Gerber.

[@sunroomstudios8487]

Innovation, weight, cost. You can pick 2. 😂

[@OutdoorAuto]

So true.

[@1stkeyhomebuyers]

Im so confused.. What is Overlending?? Im trying to get alot of bank loans, like alot.. and your showing me camping stuff.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Weirdly, those seem to go hand in hand now days... 🙄🤔

[@brocklastname6682]

It's just camping. But you spend 10x the money.

[@Jeepon35s]

I honestly think Offroading in general has become to expensive than what it should be. Mainly because boring rich people with supercars want to get into the trend of "building a big badass 4x4 and posting it on instagram and youtube for content". As a result modern 4x4s are more expensive then ever because companies are trying to make money off the rich folks by putting a bunch of expensive crap in 4x4s pricing regular people out. Another thing is that millionares are the only people that are buying expensive brand new cars right now due to the state of the economy driving dealers to put up ridiculous mark ups on Jeeps and Broncos because they know rich people will pay for it. Thats just my two cents i personally think the mass popularization of Overlanding and building your dream 4x4 has shown the true colors of the greedy companies who provide the products.

[@1FiftyOverland]

Whats overlinding?

[@OutdoorAuto]

Me talking too fast...

[@Haytifdad]

Summary: new is not necessarily better.

[@mixflip]

Is that just an accent or is that a new way to say overlanding?

[@OutdoorAuto]

I probably just talk too fast... 😳

[@6Glitch]

Big difference between a wood axe and a pickaxe. Definitely looks like a piece of garbage, but it was not marketed as you implied.

[@OutdoorAuto]

I showed in the video exactly how it was marketed... the picture was clipped from THEIR site...

[@jcgallegos7235]

Overlinding

[@John-ke2jm]

I’m pretty sure that X hinge was done by 23zero well before this knock off company.

[@hdm-nm]

And those hinges pinch and put holes in the tent fabric if the tent is not folded back up with great care.

[@medical4855]

It’s in most products these days. They want top dollar for manufactured junk. Do your research.

[@brocktovar4523]

Call out the company by name.

[@pl5861]

Overlanding is for people who know how cars work, but don't know how the woods work.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Overlanding is a pretty diverse crowd… from clueless city people wanting to experience nature for the first time to survival experts that would make all of us look like a joke… my point is not to beat up on Overlanding… it is to try and help people that want to get out and explore waste less money and spend more time exploring… whether beginners or experts.

[@CallaFab]

Overlanding as I knew it is dead!! Now all those 'overlanders" I used to follow now own $80k+ trailers or $100k+ rigs. And sadly they have flooded the market with their BS. I now try to only follow channels on my level.

[@OutdoorAuto]

I don't know what level I am but I try as much as I can to cover all the levels... mostly I think about Dads that want to get their kids out and don't want to break the bank in the process... cause that means less time with the family and more time working overtime.

[@terrarecon]

03:25 that is a cheap imitation of a military E-Tool.

[@Jay-z1q]

What did I just watch ?

[@pl5861]

You know you can buy a really good ground tent for like $300, right? They need to call overlanding what it really is...car camping.

[@OutdoorAuto]

You can also sleep on the ground without a tent… I still do it all the time… the point is people can spend their money however they want… just don’t be tricked into spending it on bad stuff.

[@jeepinbanditrider]

E-Tools are incredibly useful and compact, but they chose to put the cheapest e-tool clone they could find. Real e-tools would have stood up to about anything you can throw at them.

[@OutdoorAuto]

Real E-tools metal is about 3 to 4 times as thick... and I totally agree with you.

[@kellstat]

What's "overlending"?

[@chadcharbonneau2154]

I can't imagine being worried about a 225lb tent in the back of a 1500 truck? You said it was made to solve the problem of fitting in the bed of a short bed half ton right? So who cares about the Subaru or 4runner? That's like complaining that E rated tire is too heavy for the Subaru....... because it wasn't made with that vehicle in mind.

[@OutdoorAuto]

My guess is you dont understand payload if this is what you really think…

[@chadcharbonneau2154]

@OutdoorAuto I understand it just fine. We're talking about the difference in weight between to tents. What 50#? Maybe 2% change in payload from one tent to the next? If your fretting over a 2% change I think you need to rethink some other crap you've got in your truck.

[@JH-ev3qy]

Some people in the comments don’t get it. 1. Camping and overlanding different they may have similarities but not the same. 2. Overlanding is not dead, not even in the slightest bit. 3. The problem is content creators show casing something people have been doing for decades and dressing it up with B roll shots and sponsored gear making it seem trendy. That’s their fault that companies see an opportunity to capitalize on quick cash. 4. For those complaining on why some people keep gear on their vehicles it’s a 50/50 chance that some of it is practical for everyday use and some are people too lazy to remove the stuff after putting it on. The community is really becoming sad and diluted because of some content creators.

[@mattdagger1480]

The fact that you're not willing to say the company's names and warn us makes you a part of the problem. Being afraid to call people/companies out is a huge problem all over. When someone messes up you can respectfully call them out. Hold people and companies accountable for their actions. Don't be afraid. You are a part of the problem you are warning us about, sir. Having an Opinion and expressing that opinion is not a bad thing. We as people need to grow a set and start speaking up. We need to stop being pussies basically.

[@g1mpster]

I don’t agree with no naming companies that are taking advantage of customers with shitty products. If this is how they think of recovery gear, why would I trust them with survival gear. This is not the “moral high ground” you think it is. There’s ZERO shame or negative impact to your character for calling out cheap, unsafe gear makers. Please name them.

[@kylewalton7005]

the idea that labeling something as overlanding means that the price needs to be 10x more is hilarious. just take your regular camping stuff throw it in the back of your truck and enjoy nature. the overpriced crap i see that people put on the racks of their tacoma or tundra thats about to blow it engine is ridiculous. sorry but if you have an overlanding rack i can't take you serious.

[@OutdoorAuto]

I understand the sentiment... the gas tanks that store less gas and cost 4x as much get to me...

[@frantory]

Nice video but I hate the click baiting.....

[@OutdoorAuto]

Did you watch the video... Title is accurate to what is covered... title is even explained in the video and then many real life examples are given... that is not what clickbait is..

[@jr23kid]

Those shovels you can buy from target. Also this video is eh lol. I mean just because you talk about it doesn’t mean it’s right. If you are going to bring all that stuff up then why not bring up your tundra and its downfalls along with jeeps downfalls etc

[@BrandonBaecker]

I'm sorry. I appreciate what you're trying to do, but a company that's producing garbage products for a premium price very well should be called out for it. Otherwise people will mistakenly buy this crap and the companies will never get better.

[@richards144]

I don't blame him. A person can be 100% right and still get sued for defamation and lost profits. And even if the person wins and is cleared, he'll still be in for potentially crippling legal fees.

[@BrandonBaecker]

@@richards144 it's not defamation if he only states facts, specs, and what happens when you use it. Saying your rope is only 10 feet is not defamation. Saying I hit this log twice and the shovel bent is not defamation. Neither are even close. That case would likely get thrown out before it ever saw a courtroom.

[@richards144]

@@BrandonBaecker you’d still have to spend money on a lawyer. And there’s plenty of companies out there that wouldn’t hesitate to file such a suit even knowing they’ll lose just to send a message. These things do happen.

[@BrandonBaecker]

@@richards144 not necessarily. Not if you never see a courtroom. You can file a response pretty easily. Plus there are cheap online legal services to help if you really need them. This fear mongering isn't helping people. It's exactly why the companies/individuals have this power to abuse our legal system in the first place. If people stood up to them and they realized their idle threats meant nothing, they would stop the ridiculous cease and desist scare tactics. This is enablement behavior.

[@BrandonBaecker]

@@richards144 The Consumer Review Fairness Act (CRFA) is a federal law that protects a reviewer’s ability to share honest opinions about a business’s products or services on online review platforms, says Terese Arenth, who focuses on law involving media, marketing, and advertising at Moritt Hock & Hamroff in Garden City. “[The CRFA] was enacted in 2016 in response to reports that businesses were trying to prevent people from giving honest reviews about their products and services,” she says.

[@Captndarty]

In a nutshell, Overlanding is all about pretentious coffee/beer snob lumber sexual’s focusing on gear and farkles more than actually driving something somewhere. Just look at XO….

[@dizi17]

Please, with the click bait titles 😅

[@OutdoorAuto]

uhhh. its pretty accurate and well explained... Did you watch the video?

[@dizi17]

​@@OutdoorAutocommented of course before watching, and then commented again after watching 😁 the title is correct, but, I'm developing allergy to titles that feel click baity. Can't hate the player, hate the game 🤷🏼‍♂️. Anyway, personally I would have clicked regardless, because I know you make quality content. Good to see the channel growing 🎉

[@natejmueller]

@@dizi17thanks for the follow up comment… I really appreciate it… I work hard on this stuff.

[@PNWTruckCamper]

@@OutdoorAuto the thumbnail is for sure clickbait. Still a great video though

[@1FiftyOverland]

Overlanding has been taken over by rich posers that want to look cool and look like they do outdoorsy stuff.

[@OutdoorAuto]

I was thinking... it is kind of like car show people though... they build hot rods... but they don't actually race them... is this just another form of that?

[@1FiftyOverland]

@OutdoorAuto idk the people I know that build hot rods actually race.