MY GEAR
BELOW ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS. SOME I AM AFFILIATED WITH, SOME I AM NOT. BUT EACH ITEM IS PART OF MY SETUP.
THE WHEELS & FEELS
Yellowstone Cargo Drawer
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Why I Chose Wheels & Feels​
I used to carry all my gear in Front Runner boxes that I made legs for. While I still love those boxes, it was time for a change. My first drawer system is here, and now installed in the rig!
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I ABSOLUTELY love it! This is made by a husband and wife small-business based out of Texas (can you say MADE IN THE USA?!?!). In this drawer, I can fit what used to be in 4 (count them 4) Front Runner boxes. High quality and low profile - this drawer from Wheels & Feels is AWESOME!
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THE ICECO JP50 52.8QT APP CONTROLLED PORTABLE FRIDGE
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Why I chose the ICECO?
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This fridge has the smallest 'footprint' with the largest capacity I've found. As I sleep in my Jeep, every square-inch of space matters. I need the smallest length and width measurement possible, while still being able to pack a punch of nearly 50L of interior fridge/freezer space. This sits in the same place as my previous Dometic CFX3 25L and has the same SECOP compressor. So, I doubled my capacity while at the same time using a unit that is compact, versitile and simple to use.
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Admitedly, it's not the 'coolest' looking fridge ... but if I was going for cool-points, I lost that contest a long time ago.
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THE DEEPSLEEP SOLO MAT
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Why I Chose DeepSleep?
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I am a major fan of ... sleeping in my rig. No issues with wind, no concerns for safety from animals (or people) and overall reduction in COST when compared to getting a Roof Top Tent. That said, I'm not a RTT hater. I LOVE RTTs and there is a fairly high liklihood that I will indeed have one some day. But, for now ... the DeepSleep SOLO Mat is my jam!
I have no affiliation with DeepSleep at this time ... their product is just AMAZING! It fits perfect in the back of my Jeep and ... little known fact ... there are SOLO Mats made for MANY other vehicles.
BOXIO WASH
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Why I chose BOXIO?
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One thing that is a total luxury at camp, is a kitchen sink. When I realized that BOXIO was coming to the US, I knew I had to have one! This BOXIO Wash is definitly not a need, but a WANT! It attaches to my Front Runner Outfitters Wolf Pack box storage system to make an incredibly useful sink.
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With 1.3 gallons of fresh water, and 1.3 gallon capacity to capture 'grey water', the BOXIO Wash will turn heads around camp. Make the old saying come true: You'll have everything including the kitchen sink!
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SIDESTASHER BAG SYSTEM FOR JEEP JLU & JKU
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Why I chose the SideStasher bags?
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I need to MAXIMIZE storage inside my Jeep like no one else. Because I sleep inside my Jeep on my overlanding and off-road adventures, I need to use every nook and cranny. If I had to recommend one item for your Jeep JLU or JKU - - this would be IT!!
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Made in the US by small business owners David & Holly Mays of amaysinglife.com, these storage bags are high quality and one of the best products I've owned. You will NOT be disappointed with this purchase. They are a little on the expensive side, but I can promise you - you get what you paid for!
MOONSHADE AWNING​
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Why I chose the MoonShade?
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The MoonShade is the most versatile and portable awning on the market. The most amazing thing about it, you don't need a roof rack to attach it to your vehicle. Let me explain - I use gear ties to attach the MoonShade to my 270 degree awning. That's right, I use the MoonShade as a supplemental source of shade and protection in addition to my 270. There are also suction cups and permanent anchor options.
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ADVENTURE X OUTDOORS KINETIC ROPE KIT​
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Why I chose the Adventure x Outdoors?
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I had never heard of AxO until a few months back when the owner reached out to me offering to send me his first product made for his start-up company. I am all about small business and supporting someone with a dream ... a vision.
So I agreed to receive his product and as soon as I opened the box, I knew I was in for a treat! The quality of the bag, kinetic rope and (2) soft shackles was obvious. The rope is 1" x 30 ft. and the soft shackles are 1/2' x 20". With a max breaking strength of 34,370 lbs. - - this kinetic rope kit is perfect for many off-road and overlanding applications!
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TACTICOOL SUB-COMPACT FIRE PIT ​
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Why I chose Tacticool?
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A small business run by a husband and wife team, Tacticool is the epitome of someone having a vision and turning it into a reality.
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When I travel, I need to have the smallest size equipment that has the highest functional output. In the world of fire pits, that is the Tacticool sub compact ammo can fire pit. This can pump a flame 2-3 feet ... yes FEET ... in the air for extreme heat, or you can run the fire pit on low for an ambiance around camp. There is nothing like this on the market, and for under $100 this is an absolute must have.
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FRONT RUNNER WOLF PACK BOXES​
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Why I chose the Front Runner boxes?
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These boxes are a KEY to my entire setup! I have done some crazy things in my day - but nothing as nutty as when I bolted these boxes together and added legs!! Confused!?! Ya, I don't blame you. I suggest going and watching my video where the thumbnail says: "What is it?" VIDEO LINK Everything will make sense then.
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I have 4 of these boxes in my rig currently, and they hold everything from gear and food, to survival items and toilet paper. These boxes are simple, lightweight and will be a part of my rig setup for a long time!
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I don't have any affiliation with Front Runner, and they've discontinued these replaced with the Wolf Pack Pro (which I've never used). But you can buy the old version with the link below (also non-affiliated). Get them while you can!
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