WEEKENDERLANDER EP 9 - Rainy, sketchy, fun Tacoma mini overland adventure

[@robtate2938]

Just a suggestion from a big motorcycle camper. We break our eggs into a ziplock bag and add spices at home. Actually adds more room in the cooler for other things...and eggs are gonna be broken anyway.😎

[@bmaclaps]

Props to the lady for getting you out in the rain and finishing the trail the next day!

[@LastLineOfDefense]

She's at least 50% of the reason the weekenderlander series exists.

[@dab005]

@@LastLineOfDefense Props to Ashley for lugging that bedding bag into the tent on her own. I bet she can handle a Glock too. Or is she a P320 fan?

[@RubiconV]

This whole time I've been using the left Croc on my tarps! No wonder my overlanding has been messed up! I always learn something from these vids.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

#itsthelittlethings

[@rubiatoroutdoors]

Perfect short trip. Camping, gadgets, gear, rain, and trails! Im jealous of your access to this type of Terrain.

[@87Cloudwalker]

Honestly as beautiful as the drone footage shots are, I think what I want more of is set up and take down of more things, even if sped up it is super helpful. Thanks

[@slayer54r68]

I saw your post on instagram about people hating, those people that hate are jealous and have nothing on you. Please keep doing what you're doing help support our fight against all 2a infringements

[@pissedoffpotato1882]

I really needed to see this video since we live in the coast and it rains literally ALL THE TIME. I can't wait to find out more about your camping or overlanding vlogs as we go watching them. All your videos just give us good vibes and encouraging us to make sure we have the right gear to go with everything so we are both grateful for your vlogs. Keep it up!

[@RcFlyer49]

Someone's getting more comfortable in front of the camera! Awesome experience. Thanks for sharing.

[@stevel2064]

By far one of the best KZbin channels out there. Great job Mike! Would love to hit some trails with you!

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Thanks man!

[@jakeboss2653]

Wow, So it was Ashley's decision in going camping out in the rain that made you both go My wife also loves going out camping and backpacking in rain storms and blizzards, the worse the weather is, the me we love it

[@brett9077]

It was neat to see more of Ashley in the vid!

[@defender1nation929]

In a moment of introspective honesty, I must say I envy your life in general. So cool the stuff you do and can do.

[@scottevans5038]

That was nice of you . It's good to have help when you need it in the middle of no were .Your a good man.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

How many of you have experienced a similar butt pucker moment? 17:10

[@jason.hartson]

That was sketchy, good recovery though!

[@gradykoontz631]

Thought it was taco down... solid recovery!!

[@stevel2064]

Last Line Of Defense many a time.

[@Grizzly-man69]

Bro, I love ❤️ your truck! What a great 👍 video. BTW, Ashley is a hottie and a keeper bruh. I support you and your vids. Hurry up and make another one ☝️ oh also do u make holster for Glock 30?

[@thekevykevs]

Last Line Of Defense which awning was that?

[@CFairNH]

Always enjoyed the Weekender Lander stuff. Nice to see the gear you use and how it works. I'm glad Ashley made you go out lmao!! Go Ashley!!

[@gorillahd9247]

Great video and a cool adventure. Glad you didn't roll the truck. You made excellent points about not trashing the woods and not destroying property by shooting things folks shouldn't shoot. I hope everyone listens to you on those. Respect for the environment and other people's property should be ingrained in everyone, but unfortunately some people lack a bit of sense. Scott

[@thedetective8150]

Great looking couple!

[@samsroy]

Always enjoy watching, more team Mike & Ashley videos!

[@dab005]

Yes, thanks Mike and Ashley for bringing us along for the trip. Reminds us to just get out there.

[@danielrgusa]

It would be awesome to see some chassis and suspension views with the GoPro cameras. It is always fun to see suspension and drive axles doing their thing on trails.

[@dab005]

I like the dashcam footage too. As long as there isn't too much of it.

[@chuckbassification]

Great video M & A! Would love another weekenderlander where you go and do some shooting around the camp area.... i love seeing the gear you use on these kind of weekends and how easy it is to get setup. As our lives have gotten busier, myself and my fiancé are now ‘weekender’ converts so i love comparing and checking out your setup while also just enjoying your relaxed ‘vlog’ style. With A’s own channel, no doubt she will grow with on screen confidence. I personally love the cooking bits of your vids, they are great for ideas!

[@theeHooligan]

The multicam wrap is growing on me with every single video!

[@Kgomez02_]

Great video and tips. Can't wait to see the mini tent review. Got a short bed and got my eye on this tent.

[@jonathonnordyke5370]

Great video! My sister used to live in Colorado springs. So whenever I see your videos it reminds me of how much I love the area 👍 thanks!

[@TheDonkeyFLOPPER]

dude i love your truck and all the mods. exactly what i imagine a tacoma should look like

[@SilasZoeBell]

Whoa, those chairs are awesome! My favorite piece of gear in this video.

[@TheFirearmada]

Anderson Powerpoles for the awnings lights. Then make usb, cigarette lighter plugs that then plug in to the powerpoles. Makes it easy to change power types.

[@renegade7493]

Great video. Great camera lady. Yeah, I got to get use to weather in Colorado now coming from Vegas.

[@smallnuts2]

I'm in Phoenix.

[@casefc3s]

If you can handle the weather here in Vegas, you'll be fine anywhere.

[@JoshRizer]

I don’t understand why people would thumbs down this video? Always enjoy watching your weekenderlander videos and find them inspirational for getting out more myself

[@alexgonzo000]

they probably thumbs downed bc they had to change their pants after watching the moment at 17:10 ..... hmmmmm maybe Mike himself was one of the dislikes

[@Chajanmun]

Camping at nighttime is always good. I like to see the lighting options people use.

[@jasonhepton4854]

Another awesome video👍🏼 I’d like to see more drone footage and perhaps slow motion video crawling over rocks and trails.

[@baruchmbd]

Yes, that near-roll-over was a butt-puckering SEE (significant emotional event). Smart to keep on the gas instead of breaking! Now, you don't have to re-wrap your Tacoma! Fun vid. Thanks for sharing.

[@AkDeluxeRider]

I love taking my mountain bike with me and exploring. I also have a little one person pontoon boat I take for fly fishing. Be cool to see you add something like that to your trips. I’ve definitely had some pucker moments and I’ve scaled back on the off roading part, at least with the truck.

[@zacharywinters1841]

You asked about what we would like to see more of. And I think you should spend more time on the scenery. Sunrises sunsets water flowing through the creek birds chirping wind chimes as well as the adventure.

[@87Cloudwalker]

As far as tips go this is super simple but easy: just pack two floor mats. One for outside the tent and one for inside to put your shoes on. Keeps your tent so dirt and debris free. And it’s cheap and light to pack.

[@ipdjbt]

Yes! A review of that awning please! I'm tempted to order the 270 awning, but their website is a little sketchy.

[@Jessee1991]

Maxey did you decide to pull the trigger yet?

[@jamesvieira8713]

That girl is a keeper bud ! Any girl who likes camping and wheeling in Crappy weather is good in my book.

[@hovathmh]

Great video. I really thought that you were going to roll the truck. Glad nothing bad happened and you got out of the obstacle no problem. Looks like a great camping setup.

[@4p1mp]

Hey Mike - not sure if you still check this, but it looks like in you latest set of videos you are NOT using the awning. I’m in UT and between the Rain in the Mountains and the Sun in Southern UT we are looking at getting an awning and since you reviewed this one it was on my list. Just wondering if how you like it now that you’ve had it for some time?

[@rafaelsantos9086]

that tent is SO nice.

[@anthonyreddy2834]

Every time I go camping I bring an extra garbage bag to clean up some one else's garbage, if these heathens would realize when they leave there trash, it's more than likely those areas are going to be shutdown. Pack it in pack it out!!! Period! Another great video Mike thanks👍

[@Brad_Smith_Media]

I love this awning.

[@jamesstein5952]

Ah the custom crock perfect .... Tks enjoyed .... rain or shine beats staying at home!,,

[@landminehopscotch3617]

I might watch this twice. Thanks Mike

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Unicorn Hunter like it twice! 😁

[@colew4083]

Mike: what are we having for dinner tonight? Ashely: wieners! Mike: did you get the bed ready? ;) Lol I love yall

[@flashback5391]

Soon as she said that went straight for the comments. KNEW someone would say that. Lol.

[@Pappa_Wheelie]

and que the porno music and POV.... i thought things were about to get weird.

[@Ginger4sale]

you give me motivation to change my Tacoma into something more practical

[@duncdunc76]

Another great vid man! Thoroughly enjoyed it! Therapeutic when I'm itching to get out myself but cant get away at the moment. Great inspiring entertainment reminding all of us to get out there with the ones we Love and enjoy the outdoors even when the weather might not be perfect! Also great reminder to always Proof the Path to Prevent the Pucker if Possible 😉

[@kevinanderson907]

I like the footage from the gopro in the windshield. It gives a good representation of the movement of the vehicle in relation to level and the terrain surrounding the vehicle. A lot of times its hard to portray that on video.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

yeah I did like that aspect of it as well - after going through and watching all the footage.

[@justingere1824]

you made me want a tacoma after watching a few of your videos

[@jessitaylor4170]

I absolutely love that Black multicam wrap!

[@jimmyd6988]

Son, I am lovin' anything you do firearm related - nice call on the sign damage. Also, I know that pucker moment well - takes awhile for the heartrate to go back down eh? LOL.

[@dab005]

Hey, Mike, you might not be a fan of the GoPro dashcam mount, but I for one like to see some driving scenery of where other Overlanders / Weekenderlanders get to. This vid has about the right amount of dashcam material. Enough to be enticing to make us want to visit the mountains, but not too much so as to be boring.

[@giantslug6969]

Tacoma trucks and Audi cars man.. Can't beat 'em

[@cooperlyons9224]

show some pre trip planning, how you find trails to run. good spots, etc etc

[@medicdan5981]

Love wheelin In the rain... less dust 🤙

[@a.r.o7697]

That's the best use of a Croc sandal I've ever seen.

[@jessitaylor4170]

That's a sweet looking camp setup, I can't wait to see the video review of the tent.

[@amorton94]

And I'm back! Let's keep the party goin! 🤘

[@larrybriggs2920]

I like your videos. You do a great job on reviewing and explaining your equipment.

[@alexgonzo000]

Right before 6:46 I’m sitting there thinking “man I wonder how many led lights he has have wired up in the back? There’s so much light.” Then you do the big reveal of your bed lighting and blew my mind 😂😂😂

[@joecerda630]

Thanks for sharing...love your videos...very inspiring

[@CampingRuss]

Good video 👍🏻🍺🍺🍺🤠🤠poor puppy 🐶 😝 I like the idea of the tent poll the last time it rained I could of used it in my ARB awning

[@brettduffy7572]

That's good news about your dog I own 2 Dobermans they are your family, best friend, protection a big high from Scotland keep the videos coming👍👌👌

[@splatmacpuffin]

Fantastic video, my favourite one of all of yours so far.

[@baldomerogarza1458]

Dude heart kinda sank when your truck was about to flip lol love your videos man. Wish I had more free time to camp.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Baldomero Garza do it. A lot of my trips are less than 24 hours.

[@ShaneB666]

When you fold up that rooftop tent wet does the moisture seep back into the bedding?

[@GG-nv8gt]

Another good video. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@becausereasons9777]

I really dig the multicam black on the Tacoma.

[@hkstrongside]

Custom Croc seems legit. Can you buy just the right one? Would love to see a performance comparison between the right and left versions.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

I'm not sure I have the specialized tools to conduct such a scientific test - but I'll keep it in mind!

[@ffsteel111]

Great to see you both in the video love it ! . Thanks again for all the great videos

[@CMC61]

You should show drone footage of your fully deployed gear on your vehicle overhead fly around and then back down that would be nice !

[@MATT22RIO]

Bro the multicam black wrap on your truck is badass!! Love your channel!!!

[@VikingBushcraftandSurvival]

Awesome video man, love the truck and tent and all your overlander setup. You have such a great level headed take on things, really enjoy that. Cheers man, looking forward to your upcoming videos, take care.

[@1kontrolr872]

We need to get together and bounce ideas off each other for new camping products and ideas to make things easier when camping

[@BFGash]

I actually specifically liked the gimbal style filming from the climb out and said tomyself, I like this view it's not jarring like a normal handheld climb up a hill would be, keep running with it if you ask me homie.

[@lukeking5237]

Great videos! Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@InspiretoVictory]

Hey! Have you ever seen Ronny Dahl on KZbin? He does rig rundowns of offroad/overlanding vehicles in Australia. The electrical systems in those trucks are amazing. They engineer stuff to last for days by combining multiple batteries, solar panels and basically a self sufficient electric grid. It looks like your needs are going to grow. I think it'll be interesting to see what you come up with to battle the elements up there. Great video, as always. Looking forward to more.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Yup, Ronny is awesome. I actually have some solar stuff in the works. Right now I have several portable setups, but will be moving to a hard-mounted system, in addition to the portables, soon.

[@markwharton6108]

I like the low profile frame your IKamper sits on. Do they have one that is enclosed to keep things dry in the bed; and provides more room for storage back there?

[@erikpetersen9173]

Thank you for your great informative videos. Awesome locations and super setup. Love ground camping. Just installed a Rhino Rack Pioneer to transport my canoe.👍👍 Keep up the good work!

[@eyeswideopen8115]

Sick truck bruh , wish I can set up my 05 Tundra that I call my Stallion like that for some backwoods camping !!!

[@exploreroverland9321]

Can you do a video on finding public land to camp on and to do trails on? It seems like there is nothing where I live. I would like to get out more on the weekends like this if possible.

[@tannermanning8118]

I know this comment is a little old but if you havent found anything yet take a look at gaia gps app. Most offroad/overlanders are going to that as it uses your phone/tablet internal gps and has a trail overlay. Brad on the trailrecon channel has a great video on it.

[@donowtube]

You should have some cool night hikes showing us some stars! Where I live there is alot of light pollution so thatd be cool.

[@PeopleCallMeCraig]

Any idea when the iKamper Skycamp Mini might be available? It's exactly what I'm looking for. Maybe a giveaway?? haha

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Ha I think the end of this year, or beginning of next

[@laxhound13]

more info on the ikamper prototype and the new awning please!!

[@erocksant9219]

This was awesome!!

[@tylerreum4011]

Pickles are one of the best camp snacks, you can’t change my mind

[@SweetieYun]

Awesome setup

[@BlockheadMoto]

18:11 - I do that to my girl all the time, also followed by the same ‘Ha haaaaa’ 😂

[@ngpotter]

Your vids are good stuff bro. Very helpful for a beginner like me.

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Stoked that they’re helpful, thank you for watching!

[@michaelhalstead64]

Dude. Good content. Thanks!

[@Coppersaguaro]

I puckered watching that! 😬💪🏼

[@OverlandTrax]

Good video, thanks for sharing 👍

[@dtrn750]

Ashley is such a cutie. She should do more commentary with you. Maybe get her perspective on weekenderlander as well. You two make a great team.

[@CMC61]

Camping is fun!

[@inkedbyart6734]

Sick set up!

[@David-ur5wn]

Instead of an alligator clip to usb. You could always cut and strip the ends off the alligator clip. Then use a butt connector to connect to an open wire usb. They make weather proof butt connectors. Then you have a single wired usb powered light.

[@bbqboss5783]

How do you choose what’s side your roof top tent opens up to? Driver side or passenger side. Do you have a preference?

[@dyates6380]

Looks awesome!!!

[@chungmoua]

Love the custom croc 😂

[@DavoWright]

Can you pack the tent away with the rainfly on? Does the tent leak and get your bedding wet when you have to pack it away wet?

[@peteniemela9900]

I’m curious why you haven’t done a led light kit in your bed yet ? Or maybe I haven’t come across a video you’ve don’t yet . Great videos of the build and outdoors . Please keep them coming