What 10 Items Every Overlander Should Have Under $100
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Whether you’re an overlander with years of experience or hitting the trail for the first time, this collection of our “Top Ten” lists of overlanding gear and accessories is sure to help improve your kit.
There is a lot to choose from out there, and you can rest assured that the items that made it onto our lists have been thoroughly vetted and tested by Clay and Rachelle (founders of Expedition Overland), and the rest of the team at Expedition Overland.
From our favorite pair of recovery gloves to the heavy-duty bumper mounted onto the frame of our vehicles, our recommended gear and accessories have been used by us around the world and have proven worthy of our stamp of approval.
We are proud to partner with some of the best companies in the industry, and you will see their products featured here. We will only partner with companies that create products we trust, as we rely on our gear to perform in the harshest conditions in which the success of our expeditions is at stake. There are other reputable brands to consider for sure; however, we recommend and stand by these products as they have passed our rigorous evaluation process.
🎄To make this blog more user-friendly (and because the holiday season is here!), we decided to organize these lists into categories based on differing price ranges. We hope you’ll find that helpful whether you’re shopping for that special overlander on your gift list or sneaking in a present for yourself!😉
1. A Premium Membership to onX Offroad:
The right navigation tool is at the top of our list for a lot of good reasons. For starters, a well-designed navigation app will let you both find your way to adventure while also ensuring you make it back home. You can share routes and campsites with friends in your network and discover new places to explore each time you head out. At just $29.99 for a one-year premium membership, the onX Offroad app is a piece of kit you definitely don’t want to leave home without! Be sure to use code ‘XOVERLAND’ for 20% off!
2. Field Craft Survival Tourniquet and Holder:
A well–provisioned first-aid kit is an essential item in any overlanding rig, and an essential part of that kit is a well-made and easy-to-use tourniquet. That is exactly what you get with the tourniquet available from Field Craft Survival. Used properly, a tourniquet will save a life–maybe even your own.
3. SureFire G2X Pro Flashlight:
A bombproof, bright, and reliable flashlight is an overlander must-have. SureFire makes some of the best around and offers a wide range of options. The G2X Pro is an ideal all-arounder to keep in your rig or on your person.
4. Barebones Camp Lantern:
One of Clay’s favorites! Technology has done much to improve camp amenities, and when it comes to creating an inviting yet functional well-lit area within your camp, the LED illumination provided by a Barebones Lantern is perfectly suited to the task. Barebones lanterns feature a rechargeable lithium battery that will provide several hours of safe light within your tent or outside around your dinner table.
5. The SOG Entrenching Tool:
The Team has used this shovel in our kit since the beginning! No overlanding kit is complete without a sturdy shovel for all those “small tasks.” We love the SOG for these reasons:
It’s collapsible and stows easily.
At just 24.5 ounces, it’s relatively lightweight.
It’s highly versatile and can be used to clean campfire pits, dig catholes for waste burial, or recover a vehicle.
The SOG Entrenching Tool is extremely strong and durable.
6. An OBD2 Diagnostics Tool:
This tool is one of our staples for each of our longer adventures. Ever get that pesky code that turned out to be your gas cap not tightened all the way? An OBD2 Diagnostics Tool will help you out in the field and at home by giving you the codes you need to know what’s happening when that “check engine” light comes on. If your vehicle was built anytime after 1996, this tool will be a solid investment toward maintaining your vehicle and not getting overcharged by a dishonest mechanic. An OBD2 Diagnostic Tool reads any error codes thrown by your vehicle’s central computer. When that “Check Engine” light comes on, you can connect this tool to your vehicle’s OBD port (generally located under the dashboard) and it will provide a code that will allow you to determine what’s wrong with your vehicle. You can also use this tool to clear a code being thrown as the result of a modification made to your vehicle.
7. ARB Speedy Seal Tire Repair Kit:
This simple but effective kit is another one of the X Overland team’s go-to and must-have items in their fleet. Whether you’re out on the trail or just daily commuting, it is just a matter of time until you have to deal with a flat tire or a slow leak. “Plugging” a tire is an easy fix for simple punctures caused by the likes of nails, wire, and similar items that occasionally find their way onto backcountry roads and trails. A tubeless tire repair kit takes care of these flats quickly and gets you back on your way. Like all of their products, the ARB Speedy Seal Tire Repair Kit has been developed to handle the extreme demands of off-road use. The components are of the highest quality and all you will need to replace are the plugs when you run out!
8. VTAC Vertx Stackable Storage Cubes:
Have you ever looked into the cab of your vehicle and got anxious about the lack of organization? Objects that are not stored correctly are not only difficult to access in an emergency but also potentially dangerous in the event of an accident. VTAK Vertx Stackable Storage Cubes are the tool you need to ensure your gear is well-organized, accessible, and secure. With this highly thought-out system, you can store a variety of gear in different size bags that are color-coded for instant recognition of what’s inside. These bags can also attach to each other or be stored separately. We use them to store everything from first-aid equipment to tools and recovery gear.
9. Magpul Sunglasses:
No matter the season, if you are going to be in the outback for extended periods of time you will need to protect your eyes from harmful U.V. rays. As an overlander, you will also benefit from eye protection during times of recovery. Magpul sunglasses exceed MILSPEC safety standards and are designed to function flawlessly in extreme environments. That’s why we have them within arm’s reach every time we head out.
10. A Subscription to Overlander Network!
A great stocking stuffer for the travel and overland enthusiast! Featuring monthly, live masterclasses on a variety of popular overlanding subjects along with content that will inspire your next adventure with more to come! Overlander Network is also where you will find all of Expedition Overland’s legacy and future content dating back to Season 0! The new app allows subscribers to download their favorite content for those long flights, off-the-grid travel, or favorite campsite. Knowledge, training, and entertainment are right at your fingertips.
(Article Written By: XOverland.com)
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