My Top 5 New Camping Products
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 มิ.ย. 2024
- My Top 5 New Items for Camping and Jeep Rides
In this video I’m sharing my top five items we have started using that have made our camping and day trips more convenient and enjoyable. We started out Jeeping in a 1986 CJ7 and through the years we have modified and improved our set up. I think we have found value from the addition of these items, and I think they are worth sharing. If you like Jeep rides and Jeep camping or overlanding, I think this video may help you choose items that you may want to add to your set up.
Number one on the list, is a downloadable map. I use the Gaia map app on my phone. It allows me to research and download maps when I have cell service. Once I’m off-grid, I can use the downloaded map to aide in exploring and mark spots for future reference.
Second, is our Moon Shade portable awning. Admittedly, we have only used it once while camping on Padre Island National Seashore. It worked flawlessly on that trip and I can see other applications where we could us it in the future. It is extremely compact, portable and well made.
Third, is soft boxes for storage and organization. I have the Kelty Window Seat which is a twelve by twelve by fifteen-inch soft box with a see-through lid. We put our bread, chips, snacks, paper towels and anything we need for a day trip inside and throw it in the back of the Jeep. It is water resistant and keeps the dust out while driving on the dusty forest service roads and is very quiet.
Number Four is our twelve-volt fridge. I was reluctant to buy a fridge for years. I found it hard to justify the expense of a one-thousand-dollar refrigerator for camping. While planning our trip to Padre Island, I found a few more affordable options and decided to purchase the Costway 42-quart model. I think a will always have a fridge from now on. I really love the convenience and not having to deal with ice and water.
Lastly, is the tailgate table. This is another item I researched a lot. The Outback Adventures Tailgater stood out among the ones that I researched. I really like the way it folds flat, taking up very little space when not in use. Its super easy to fold up and down. What I really like is the fact that you don’t have to pack it, it's already loaded and always ready for use. The stainless-steel surface is durable and easy to clean.
I hope this video helps you outfit your rig for adventures. I have left links to reviews of the items discussed below. If you have any questions, feel free to comment. Happy Trails.
Gaia GPS vs OnX
www.4xoverlandadventures.com/...
Moon Shade Review
trail4runner.com/2020/10/21/m...
Kelty Window Seat Review
Kelty Window Seat Car Organizer Review Video | etrailer.com
Costway 42 Quart 12v Fridge
Amazon.com: Customer reviews: COSTWAY Car Refrigerator Portable, 42 Quarts AC/DC Compressor Freezer Cooler with Telescopic Handle, -4°F to 50°F, 2 in 1 RV Fridge for Camping, Fishing, Vehicle, Truck & Home Use (Grey)
Outback Adventures Tailgater
Outback Adventure Products Trailgater, Universal, Jeep Wrangler TJ/LJ (rebeloffroad.com)
Man. Your TJ makes me miss my old TJ's. I had 3 throughout that generation while in the military and had 2 JK's as well. My current rig is a fully built (about 25k in parts) 2020 JLUR that I've had since new and use her for overlanding and spending quality time with my daughter. My plan is to keep this rig for the long haul but buy a green 2005/6 TJ Sahara w/ tan interior and tan top and do a frame off resto. Plans for that will not be as crazy as all my other Jeeps but make it super nice with only 31, maybe 32's just to square her off and to just cruise her around from time to time. Garage queen of coarse. Anyway, I really like your rig.
Thanks, I love the little TJ. I’m currently saving up for a JKUR(can’t afford the JL right now). I would love to have more room and a larger footprint for a roof top tent. I’m trying to hang on to the TJ though. Enjoy this time with your daughter. I have two daughters and they grow up fast. You only get one opportunity to spend quality time with them, make the most of it. Good luck with your build.
@@Steve_Chandler You got that right, I'll be 50 in the not too distant future and shes 10. I spend every weekend with her and she's my life for now. I thought I really wasnt going to like the 4 door since Ive have 5 other 2 doors, but the 4 door is so damn nice. If you get a JKU, make sure you DO NOT get the 3.8. I think theyre 2007-2011? The engine and transmission are horrible.
EXCELLENT VIDEO
Thank you.
Thanks for the video Steve! That’s a really nice setup.
Thanks Terry, I hope the information was helpful.
Thank you.
I hope it was helpful. Thanks for watching.
Cheers. I do like the size of that awning but I reckon a 270 awning would be quicker and easier to set up. A fridge in my opinion is an absolute must.
A 270 awning would be nice. I do like being able to easily use the MoonShade with a different vehicle. It’s a little less expensive too. A fridge is definitely a game changer. Thanks for the comment.
I use @ice-co fridge and uses same compressor as the dometic but half the cost
Nothing wrong with saving money. I’ve had my ‘budget fridge’ for just over a year now and it lives in the Jeep. I love it. Thanks for the comment.
Steve, what are you using to power the fridge? I know you cannot run on the Jeep'spower as you would kill the battery. Are you using a power station?
It is using the 12v Jeep power. I ran a circuit to the rear of the Jeep. The fridge has a low voltage cutoff. If you’re moving daily, it’s not a problem. If you’re stationary for 2-3 days, the fridge will shut off on low voltage. With all of that being said, it has left me stranded before. But, it was really my fault. It partially drained the battery and I finished it off airing down an air mattress. Luckily a ranger came by and gave us a boost.