Overlanding Is Dead... Long Live Overlanding
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
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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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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!
Im old enough to remember when we just called this camping.
You and me both
Ok boomer
@@oldgrunt5569 I agree. I'll be glad when the fad is over so I can get back out to true camping again.
My family drove from Canada to Mexico three times when I was young. Didn’t call it overlanding, just “going to visit family” 😂
It’s overlanding when you don’t forget your beard oil.
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.
All good points, great video.
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
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.
So the openroad tent is great tent for a Ram powerwagon? Interesting.
honestly... yes.... it is a REALLY nice tent... just really heavy.
hell yeah I love to OverLind!
apparently I have an accent... or talk to fast... 😳
All good, man! I'm just being a goof. I love the content! Keep up the good work!
I worked at an outdoor store and people would ask “What’s the best bug out bag?”
I’d say “the one you put together yourself”
Overlanding isnt dead. It was never anything to begin with. . .
It just a gimmick to sell off road parts, growing up on a ranch in Arizona, our old Ford 4x4 trucks were pretty stock and went almost anywhere we needed to go, it was 60 miles to the nearest pavement, we just pitched tents and took a Dutch oven with us.
Bro. Say the name!! You're not helping anyone except yourself by not helping people avoid crappy expensive gear
If you don’t name names of these companies then why bother with the video
Because p, like all UA-camrs his options may vary once they offer to pay or provide free products.
I don’t agree with not 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.
Yup. First time watching this channel and left since he didn’t name the companies that make crappy product.
And are you gonna pay his legal bills when these companies inevitably sue him? This is more of a "let the buyer beware" video, which works too!
@@Michael-sz4he LOL you must be one of them “internet lawyers”. Please tell me the legal statute they would sue under for people reviewing a product and sharing their opinion. If that was actually a viable lawfare strategy then Amazon’s product review section would be farmed for fresh lawsuits on the daily.
So, you know what? Yes, I will pay 100% of the legal fees for all those lawsuits because there won’t be any. 🤡
@@Michael-sz4he now that is the silliest post of the day.
Even if it's a baseless suit, he has to fight it. Defamation and slander are basis for suits, ya know. I don't agree with it, but why the hell do you think HE HIMSELF didn't want to name the companies in the video???
For 99% of any overlanding you can use a stock 4x4 on 30s. No joke!
For 99% of all legal, open routes on BLM and Forest Service land, a stock CJ-2A on 28" tall 6.00 x 16 NDT's is all you need. I'm not joking, either, because I know I'm not going anywhere in 2024 on BLM or Forest Service land that a whole bunch of people haven't already been to in stock flat-fender Jeeps.
People seem to believe that nobody did the Rubicon, Dusy Ershim, or any trail in Moab, prior to the 10-15 "floatation tire" and fully lockable differentials and lift kits.
Yet, they did.
Man, I really wanted a slo-motion shot of that sad little shovel getting destroyed. Nice video, Nate.
Oh man... I don't quite have the camera work down as well as you... maybe next time.
@@OutdoorAuto I mean, we call that an E-tool in the army, we beat the piss out of ours....Just make sure you lock that twisty piece down...
Agree... that would have been great! BUt seeing the after effects was eye openig.
Cannot wait for people to realize how dumb it is to bolt a bunch of crap to their vehicles just to run back and forth to Walmart. Fingers crossed a lot of these get board and go back to taking Carnival cruises instead. 😂
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.
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.
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 UA-camrs 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!
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
Im kinda an "accidental" overlander. We go camping often and have a bunch of gear. We love taking road trips out into the middle of nowhere and have done that for years as well. I always liked the FJ Cruiser so this year I finally bought one. I had never really heard of this Overlanding hobby until stumbling on some UA-cam videos. I told the wife "Babe, I guess we're overlanders now."
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... 😅
It's really called camping but when you spend a lot of money it becomes Overlanding !!! 🤣🤣
Matt's Off-road recovery straps kit is a great all in one recovery option. Second hand wildland fire shovel and a Walmart ground tent. My 03 WJ has a roof rack. HF lights and a 9k wench. Some AT tires and a recovery hook.
Overlanding is for people who know how cars work, but don't know how the woods work.
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.
Thank you for opening this, some important points right here
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.
overlanding is just car camping with unnecessary items
Overlanding is dead, long live Overbuying! Great topic dude..hope it sparks lots of good dialogue.
Any gear used for a fun hobby is going to be ridiculously expensive, doesn’t matter what the hobby is. Problem is we all suck it up and pay for it. I’d wager that the majority of us read Amazon reviews before making a purchase and have opted against certain items due to bad reviews. Don’t be afraid to call out a company for selling junk, word of mouth and sharing your experiences is what weeds out those bad companies. I’m in Boise too, give a shout if you ever need someone to hold the camera!
Is that just an accent or is that a new way to say overlanding?
I probably just talk too fast... 😳
We drive overland every single day of our lives. So to call it “overlanding” is dumb.
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.
😂 you are a good person.
Actual milsurp entrenching tools are good kit, but compromise efficiency as a shovel for compactness and portability. There's lots of cheap clones like this that are made from cheap steel though.
I'm fed up with all of this bullshit overlanding bollocks.
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
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.
Greatly appreciate your comments on this emerging trend/issue in the space. We have a relatively small UA-cam 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, UA-camrs and influencers on buying less stuff. Instead they should focus on high quality equipment that actually enhances the outdoor experience.
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.
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.
@@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.
We never see "overlanders" in baja. The bearded baseball hats are city people.
Very worthwhile video!!!! And what makes matter worse? I watched several reviews of the tent you just showcased and not of the UA-camrs mentioned the weight!!!! Many UA-cam 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.
I've been doing "this" since 1976, long before overlanding was a word in the current sense. I hope it does die, honestly. Nearly everything I use is home built. I don't need the junk, or the prices, ...and I sure don't need the crowds. I've been to Expo west a few times, which is sort of fun, but I end up rarely finding anything well enough designed or built to actually buy. All my DIY stuff is actually better. A few times I have offered some suggestions, but I just get ignored. None of these things ever get actually tested before they sell them. It all looks so good at a show, and the minute you actually use it, you realize it is a total fail.
We used to call this wheelin and camping.
Being specific about the fluff that is more fluff than useful would be the biggest help. Thank you.
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.
Best one I had was from and surplus store too...
@@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.
Refuse to pay overland tax. I own a stock 2017 tundra 4x4 and aside from the tires that I will replace and aside from that I will get to most places that most overlanders do. Most the time it’s usually just a forest service road or maybe a slightly rougher one. Drive slow, take your time and you will be fine in most vehicles.
i totaly aggree, i am in europe, and "overlanding " is not as common and developed, or me its about the basics, getting up in some dispersed camping in the alps, stock nissan 4x4 with just at tyres, and the basics packed in the back ground tent if the weather is nice ore airmateras inside i the weather is iffy, i see some others out here with fully built landcruisers and 110 defenders reching the same place a dacia duster gets to...
The rest of the world defines overlanding as foreign travel by vehicle. Overspending on hobbies is fine and before social media we just did it on our own without seeking approval. I’m overlanding and sho cares? Two wheel drive van in Peru driving to Chile. You lot are car camping.
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
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.
I have a few suspension videos out from the basics for beginners all the way to high end long travel... Suspension Basics - ua-cam.com/video/Ws6DX-cV_xw/v-deo.html Long Travel - ua-cam.com/video/klTcNVsirGo/v-deo.html Bp-51 suspension review - ua-cam.com/video/ZZSNYONRYxQ/v-deo.html
I see more overlanding rigs commuting to work daily than actually over landing. Imagine being the guy that brings a rooftop tent everywhere he goes…it’s beyond ridiculous.
Camping is now overlanding. Sheesh! My Taco goes backcountry with a Diamondback cover, tent and camping gear. Crazy what people are willing to pay for a tent, cooler, water filter and cooking gear.
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.
People who buy into marketing without real world experience is exactly who they are marketing to. People who are looking to join the new thing and dump money without a thought, then sell off when they are tired of the trend.
Very true. It is really hard to find shops that have the right knowledge to service an offroad vehicle, expecially one which is lifted and has a stiff front axel. Living in Norway with a Jeep Wrangler JK
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.
3:14 if you get a real E-ntrenching tool, with a "blade"... you CAN chop/cut/dig with it effectively... its meant to be carried in a backpack... depending on your job, youll have to use this for all of its uses if youre in the military long enough... with the right amount of gusto/anger you can dig through very rocky ground with one with ease. its good tool if your knowledge and expectations about its functionality are at the right level
I will never understand spending this much money on a tent. Are we outdoors, sleeping bag and maybe a tarp. Yes my boyscout would wonder wtf you’re talking about. Quit being fake, stop buying this stuff. If you love this world connect with it. Don’t sleep on your vehicle and make up excuses!
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.
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.
@@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.
@@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.
@@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.
@@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.
There are sooo many cheap products on the market today that look like the item you might want, but they simply don't work. Like a can opener that looks in all respects like a can opener, except it doesn't actually open cans. Or the wire cutters that won't actually cut through wire. I have purchased both of these items only to find out they are completely useless. The same issue exists with the overlanding gear you are referring to. The problem is compounded by websites that present glowing "reviews" of these cheap products. You simply can't depend on those reviews. Spending time on a good discussion forum where real people are using the products and sharing their experiences is one way. I particularly enjoy videos like this that provide a deeper insight into the products.
Thank you for this video. Im a beginner overlander but Im choosing to keep my build mostly stock. Sticking to 2wd friendly trails. 😅😅
Nothing wrong with stock... in reality it is probably the most reliable setup.
you's re always optimistic! I have a hard time to find an awning that will meet my needs. my priorities 1. weight, 2. mounting bracket, most of them horrible design (ask me how do I know), 3. Construction (same weld Al, horrible ). 4. Coverage, 5. true 90 degree on 270 awning , like it's full coverage at 90 deg turn at the end or cut side. I had OVS and that is most of many awnings, broke, bracket bent. Got now Roofnest after reviewing many of them, next to this it was Freespirit, but these bracket is bad as they don't have 90 deg weld enforcing gusset. And other other many companies are sketchy. it's really bad situation with awnings look like vendors don't test them well, like on beach for several days.
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.
Don’t worry about weight…after all, isn’t “overlanding” synonymous with “what’s a payload rating?”
I have a shovel similar to the one you ragged on in my camping go box. I've had it in the box for seven years. It was cheap and I bought it for emergencies. I don't wheel in mud. I have used it to dig cat holes. Or to cover a fire in dirt/sand for the night to be sure it was out.
I've more than gotten my moneys worth, it fits in my go box, and it's larger than the one you displayed.
Would the big $100-300 one you displayed work better? Sure, would it easily fit in my vehicle? Possibly not.
who even considering paying 450 bucks for 5m rope and a folding shovel is the question here
'Overlanding' sounds like something Madison Ave came up with for car camping.
Most all the gears and roof top tents are from china alibaba, then the companies here in the US will rebrand them and they will put the price tag 5x or more.😂
Great point, a good reminder to stick to proven companies and products. Join an off road community to learn from the horses mouth
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.
Excellent segment, sir. It's refreshing to see someone actually speaking truth to the manufacturing segment and enlightening the buying public along the way. Keep it up!
As always, thanks much for sharing.
Steve
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!
IKamper is expensive but very high quality!! We love ours
Overlinding
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.
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.
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.
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.
Why tho? People have been off-roading for decades without new tech. You can still do that
Whats overlinding?
Me talking too fast...
Foldable Entrenching tool. Good enough for the Army, it's OK for you. 😂😂😂😂😂
I have an army issued one... this was not that....
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.
I understand the sentiment... the gas tanks that store less gas and cost 4x as much get to me...
If an overlanding capable vehicle didnt run you $80k with an additional $10k in equipment, it would probably be a in a healthy position for longevity
Yeah, the thing is it doesn't have to... I am building a 100 series Land Cruiser and including the car and mods it will be less then $20K
Here’s the problem in my opinion. You have some great products out there that are overpriced that are originally created in South Korea, Australia, South Africa or contracted with China by a designer in the states or there may be a few in house manufacturers in the states but they all are expensive. So people demand a lower priced option so here comes the China manufacturing machine to answer those needs. The down turn is here so maybe these original manufacturers should re think their price structure and compete with the China fakes. People will and do value quality but not at double to triple the cost. Or maybe if the designer didn’t contract overseas to begin with the Chinese wouldn’t have stolen their ideas. I have seen USA companies answer the need to quality and price in the last year so I applaud them!
Super well thought out comment… I applaud you 👏
A new shiny object is how I lost my virginity.
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.
Yeah... you just need one made of actual good metal... I had one as a kid that was pretty solid.
I am using the RTT from OPENROAD, and it is perfect, meeting all my needs.
Doesn't change the fact that it is incredibly overweight and uses up way to high of a % of your payload... .... but most people don't pay attention to that stuff and ignorance is bliss...
Overlending was what caused the collapse of the economy in 2008.
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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.
This is a good example... thanks for sharing.
It's not dead! It's just that companies are taking advantage of the damn title. No click bait!
I think you missed the point. Big time.
Call out the company by name.
Payload on a tundra is 1500-1900lbs.....
Pretty sure EZUNSTUCK is supposed to be Easy Unstuck
That makes sense
RTT’s are the biggest waste of money, space and weight. just use a regular tent fools!!!
But if you do that, then how do you project an image of rugged individualism without being very rugged or individualistic?
I love sleeping on top of my Jeep!!! 😂😂😂
Why do you keep calling it overlending?
Part of the problem is everyone has a 4dr truck (too long ,heavy)with a tiny bed. Nobody brings 4 passengers.
LOL (tundra)🤣
I have a 98 Tacoma standard cab. I'm small enough to sleep comfortably in the cab. I don't need a catalog of pricey crap to go into the woods. Most vehicles today are so ill-equipped and grossly oversized as to be useless on at least 50% of the Forest roads I travel.
Im so confused.. What is Overlending?? Im trying to get alot of bank loans, like alot.. and your showing me camping stuff.
Weirdly, those seem to go hand in hand now days... 🙄🤔
It's just camping. But you spend 10x the money.
Nonsense it's just driving and camping
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.
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.
@@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.
Solid video with great comments about form, function, quality, etc. The shovel was hilarious - hard to believe that was a $450 kit!
Yeah they slap overland on something and want high dollar lol
All Chinese made junk
Scissor Hinge is looking rather close to a certain historic symbol...just saying😂
Whoa... never noticed that... I had to go back and watch the video to see what you meant.
The same thing happened with rock crawling with Jeeps. It got huge in the 00s and now, it’s 95% Chinese made crap that’s sold as “American designed and engineered”. I’m glad I went through my Jeep phase when I did. The 00s were the best decade for rock crawling. Now? Anyone can get a little 2” lift on their JL and throw 37s on it. There’s no knowledge or technique involved anymore.
The shovel is for poop. That’s all 😂. But ya there’s a lot of products that suck. And a small shovel helps keep. Things light
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….
That payload would be rough, I'd bet I have over 200 lbs of tools!! lol But I'm also starting my F350 build working with 3000 lbs payload
Thanks for posting an excellent counterpoint! Many people who are jumping in just want to spend money on "Gadgets" without being prepared. But, they look cool! Or so they think.