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1 week ago | 
fieldmag.com | Hayley Helms
Hayley Helms Hayley Helms is a California-based journalist with a decade experience covering outdoor gear, wellness, and travel. Find additional bylines in Gear Patrol, Gear Junkie & Men’s Journal. Whether you are a beginner adventurer still learning how to pack a backpack or a seasoned thru-hiker looking for new gear to tackle the epic Alta Via 1, renting camping gear is easy, straightforward, and economical.
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1 week ago | 
overlandexpo.com | Hayley Helms
Overland Expo is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the latest and greatest launches in overlanding gear — not to mention the deals and discounts brands provide for the customers at each event.
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1 week ago | 
flipboard.com | Hayley Helms
1 day agoThe Science of Airing Down: How Tire Pressure Affects Traction, Ride Quality, and Fuel EfficiencyOff-roaders and overlanders know that one small adjustment can make a massive difference in how your vehicle handles the trail: tire pressure. It’s …3 days agoKia’s wild concept EV includes hydro-turbine wheels, solar panels, and a rooftop tentThe WKNDR van represents mechanical authenticity intersecting with futuristic creativity.
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1 week ago | 
overlandexpo.com | Hayley Helms
In an effort to bring even more of the comforts of home into the wild, EcoFlow has released the Wave 3, a portable air conditioner and heater that features smart controls, useful upgrades and seamless functionality. The EcoFlow Wave 3 is an update to an existing model, and brings meaningful upgrades including portability, longer-lasting batteries and smart controls to enhance the user experience.
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2 weeks ago | 
sfgate.com | Hayley Helms
How we decided on the best sunglasses for hikingAs the name reveals, Shwood sets itself apart by making frames with actual wood components. The CAMP Topo — part of the brand’s durable and sustainable collection — is my absolute favorite of all the styles included on this list. The wearable design looks good on every face shape, while the classic silhouette will never go out of style.
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2 weeks ago | 
seattlepi.com | Hayley Helms
The best sunglasses for hiking offer more than sun protection: They're lightweight, durable, made of reliable materials, and can handle bumps, drops, and sweat without slipping. I’ve sorted through polarized lenses and unique frame materials to spot the best sunglasses for hiking overall, plus standout styles for women and men, a high-performance upgrade, and a budget-friendly option.
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3 weeks ago | 
overlandexpo.com | Hayley Helms
Eating, drinking and being merry are easy to do at Overland Expo West. With plentiful options to choose from, including over twenty unique food trucks, special events across the event and even in-booth parties, you’ll be sure to find fun wherever you roam. This year, Overland Expo West will have four areas to eat, drink and explore: the Oasis Sponsored by XPLOR, the Ramada, the West Lot and the Quad.
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1 month ago | 
overlandexpo.com | Rick Stowe |Chris Bradley |Hayley Helms
The new Ford Ranger Super Duty is here, and by “here,” I mean the other side of the world, and by the other side of the world, I’m specifically referring to Australia. And even though the nearest dealership that will be carrying the 2026 Ranger Super Duty is 9,000 miles away from most of our readers, we can still get excited about this awesome midsize truck that boasts some incredible stats and looks purpose-built for overlanding right off the lot.
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1 month ago | 
overlandexpo.com | Hayley Helms
Founded back in 2021, at the Bronco Off-Roadeo experience center in Horseshoe Bay, Texas, the Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo Series provided owners with a complimentary course on off-roading, complete with hands-on instruction, guided courses, trail guides and basecamp facilities. After a few years of the program’s existence, the experience has become so popular that in 2024 Ford decided it was time to launch an upgraded, overlanding-based version: Bronco Off-Road Adventures.
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1 month ago | 
overlandexpo.com | Rick Stowe |Hayley Helms
AT Overland has been cranking out innovative backcountry camper solutions for overlanders for decades now. Their classic Habitat topper provides cavernous space in a small package, and the Summit and Atlas expanded on this design and construction. In 2021, AT Overland debuted the ATERRA XL. This flat-bed compatible camper was a departure from their normal products, but their expertise in designing dependable overland campers was still evident.
