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Everybody is different – I'll rather get up. And I've been doing this for a long time.

Man, this thread is enlightening. If you guys used a slightly bigger diameter hose (or not, depends I guess) and a hose clamp, why would you need a funnel? Just attach and go to sleep … I might be prissy, but that’s all just plain disgusting. I get up from sleep, get out of the tent or down...

Similar. I tried the ice maker once and haven’t used it since. I might use it in a more “targeted” way if I know I want ice that evening. But that’s about it.

Thanks!

Two things: check fire restrictions and whether you need to carry any fire suppression gear. I don’t think so for UT and CO, but better to check. The other is that there actually are places, where you need a permit even for BLM land. Again, I don’t think it applies to UT or CO, but I’d check...

Nice picture! If you don't mind me asking: what's that antenna for?

South Bay: Anchor Auto Body in Sunnyvale has done good work on my Audi a few years ago. They messed up a bit on our Golf but made it right after we pointed it out. I don’t know any closer to you.

I used a Coleman white gas stove and it was a royal pain the rear. It’s clunky, unreliable flame, very bulky and even in the best of times flame control is soso. I’d say, since some mostly decent propane stoves aren’t much more than a conversion, get one of them. Oh, and think about getting a...

It can be a mix of many things, for example disc too thin and not distributing the heat properly, therefore some parts getting too hot (burning the seasoning) while other parts aren't getting hot enough, not really creating a seasoning. The pan manufacturers know what they're doing, they have...

I'm saying that, after reading the content and claims on their website, I would not buy anything from them. You make your own decisions. Plus "leveling" an overland vehicle before all other mods are done and the final weight is determined is not the smartest move either. And spacer lifts are for...

A lot of technical stuff has been said already, but one hint is missing: Depending on where you go, research local legal requirements. That could include sand flags, fire suppression equipment beyond a fire extinguisher, etc. Then get the common sense items for that area. E.g no need for a saw...

It's not just that, even on just "not so nice" roads, getting close to the tow rating isn't that great. Can't even imagine towing a trailer that is larger than the typical off-road teardrop or so along "overland trails", even easy ones. I have towed in Europe, but that was with small(ish) cars...

I’d look at some of the brands that are used internationally, like in Australia and South Africa. At least to get ideas on how a solid trailer should look like, since these guys have been beating on them on corrugated long distance roads forever.

Ouch. I know how that hurts. You'll love them!

One thing to always keep in mind: most people here do this kind of thing for enjoyment. A single item in my kit can ruin the day for me. I'm just like that. I like my stuff just right. Many, if not most people are nowhere near as extreme and I understand that. In the end, I have to use my gear...

I'm of the opinion that you buy to certain criteria, which are different for each person (in no particular order): Internal and external dimensions as well as weight of the empty box. A lot of the plastic boxes are rather suboptimal in that regard, but even the aluminum boxes have a difference...

Don’t know what people say about them, other than that they are expensive. Personally I like mine - currently I have two K470 boxes (plus some really old ones I still use sometimes) because I wanted the metal corners and they were worth it to me. I have not tried whether they are water or dust...

Same here, that’s why I got Zarges boxes. They’ll probably outlive my remaining camping life.

Reading this made me realize that the trailers don’t really seem that well designed. Not that I could design a better one, but I don’t claim to either. They seem well overpriced for what they are. That’s just my personal opinion though. Since I have a Patriot X1 on order take my opinion as...

I'm going. FYI: I'll be driving from the SF Bay Area on Thursday after work, overnight in Barstow, on to Flagstaff on Friday, heading back on Sunday. If somebody needs/wants a ride, PM me. I have lots of space in the car, but will stay in hotels/motels. Would love to meet people from the...