Are Overlanders doing it wrong? Ultralight might be the way to go.

My Xterra is a sweat rig, but I was surprised with its Load Capacity, which got me thinking. What if we don't bring everything and the kitchen sink but we learn from the Ultralight community.
I am making the switch. Should you?
Enjoy.

[@DantoTorrezi]

Nice video! Good suggestions

[@trevorbarham3830]

dude, your absolutely right about the weight. from fuel economy- to wear and tear on componenets lightweight is better. Im not an overlander, ima backpacker who likes comfort

[@rustyshackleford7265]

2009 f350 here. My payload is your car

[@kisbushcraftdownunder]

I worked out my car fridge set up including the house battery and solar panels weighed 100 kg 220 pounds so I went back to a good cooler that holds ice 🧊 for a week

[@ShaneNull]

I'm primarily a backpacker, sometimes even stoveless with just a tarp and foam pad, but I still bring heavy gear when a machine is carrying it and I always make fun of myself for it, its really stupid and unnecessary but its just too tempting lol

[@davide2268]

I would suggest Smart bottle collapsible 5gal bags less space when empty,

[@Mark_L40]

I’ve always been puzzled by vehicles that are packed full of gear with the roof rack stacked. Less is better. I essentially put my backpack with a cooler and a folding chair in my FJ. Call it good and get on the trail. Also less gear means less $$ spent.

[@Mark_L40]

Also I’ve subscribed.