Get ready to get off road and make big miles with our favorite overland gifts for off-road enthusiasts. This overlanding gear will make a motorized adventure that much better.
Vehicle-based adventure travel doesn’t require much gear, but creating comfort and capabilities in your overland systems can make life on the road so much more enjoyable and memorable. Don’t overload your vehicle with things you won’t use, but do think about your way of travel and gear up appropriately.
Below, you’ll find some great gift ideas for loved ones, or yourself, that are perfect for your next overland adventure.
Ignik Propane FireCan
What’s camp without a campfire? With fire restrictions and forest fires on the rise, it’s smart to bring a campfire alternative that is both safe and easy. The Ignik FireCan ($200) is a small propane fire the size of an ammo can.
It is super simple to use, packs up small, and is self-contained. It even has little legs to get it off the ground, making it even safer to use in dry and windy conditions.
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Dometic CFX3 12v Fridge/Freezer
If you don’t want to deal with the ice of a cooler and have a few more dollars to spend, then a 12v fridge is a great gift for any overland traveler. Whether it’s a cold adult beverage to have around the campfire or trailside ice cream that you desire, the Dometic CFX3 has you covered.
This 12v fridge/freezer even has a built-in ice cube tray, a super unique feature. Pricing ranges from about $980 to $1,550, depending on the size you want.
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Maxtrax MKII Traction Boards
The first piece of recovery gear anyone venturing off-road should get is a good set of recovery boards. Maxtrax ($329) is durable, lightweight, and just works. They’ve quickly extricated my personal adventuremobile from mud, sand, and snow many times over the past decade.
They aren’t inexpensive, but they’re the traction boards that will be there when you need them and perform flawlessly time and time again.
Bubba Rope Soft Shackle and Recovery Rope
No matter the capabilities of your vehicle, there will be times when you might find yourself stuck or others in need of assistance. A recovery rope and soft shackles are pieces of gear that every four-wheel-based adventurer should have with them.
Bubba Rope makes some high-quality recovery gear right here in America. I’ve used its Gator-Jaw Synthetic Shackles ($49) to great success and have seen its Power Stretch Recovery Ropes used in some impressive recoveries.
ENO Lounger DL Chair
Quite possibly the most comfortable camp chair ever made, the ENO Lounger DL ($140) feels like a hanging hammock chair but is built on a lightweight, collapsible frame. It weighs in at 74 ounces and packs down to 6 x 23 inches, which works great for car-based adventures.
There is no better way to lounge around the campfire!
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BFG KM3 Tires
Tires are the single most important upgrade you can make to your adventure vehicle. Quality tires for your overland adventures will resist punctures, provide traction in a wide range of conditions, and handle well on and off road.
Normally I’d recommend an all-terrain (AT) tire for overlanding, but the latest mud-terrain (MT) tire from BFGoodrich is an all-around winner. The BFG KM3 is the quietest on-road MT tire I’ve ever driven, should perform well in the snow (a normal weakness of MTs), and is really impressive in a wide range of off-pavement conditions.
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Kinsmen Hardware Drop Stall
Kinsmen Hardware’s Drop Stall ($850) is roof rack mounted and packs into its own cover. It’s designed to provide a private room for an outdoor shower or travel toilet. Durable CORDURA fabric is used for the walls of the room, which are tapered to a wider bottom. The taper allows for more legroom when seated inside.
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Adventure Tool Company ShopRoll
When traveling by vehicle, it’s always important to have a good set of tools close at hand. Securing those tools so they don’t bang things up or fly around in an accident is also important.
The ATC ShopRoll ($99) is the perfect high-quality American-made solution. It’s made of 12-ounce waxed canvas and 1,000-denier CORDURA. The ATC ShopRoll retails for $99, or $363 with a full set of DeWalt tools.
Scheel-Mann Seat
If you drive as much as I do and have back issues from years of high-impact adventure sports as I have, then a quality seat in your adventuremobile is your ticket to happiness. The seats from Scheel-Mann are not only incredibly comfortable but are also durable and good-looking.
The brand offers a wide range of sizes, styles, and custom upholstery options. Find the Scheel-Mann seat that best fits your body and application. Your back will thank you later! With pricing starting at about $1,700 per seat, these don’t come cheap, but they are worth every penny.
WeatherTech TechShade Full Vehicle Kits
Privacy and darkness are both great things when sleeping in a vehicle. The WeatherTech TechShade ($100-170) provides both, with fitments for a wide range of vehicles.
Two-sided custom window shades are also insulated, which greatly helps regulate the interior temperature of the vehicle. The WeatherTech TechShade full vehicle kit price will vary depending on the vehicle.
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