Field Notes
The Journal
Trip reports, gear reviews, and dispatches from the overland community. Real experience from the people who build and run the rigs.
ICECO vs Dometic vs ARB: An Honest 12V Fridge Comparison
We stock ICECO and Dometic side by side in the showroom, and we've installed plenty of ARBs over nine years of outfitting...
The Overlanding Fridge Buying Guide (From a Shop That Installs Them)
A 12V fridge is the upgrade people wait too long to make. Ice chests are cheap until you price out a summer...
ICECO Fridge Series Explained: VL vs VL Pro vs APL vs GO vs BF
ICECO's lineup is deep, and their naming takes a minute to decode — VL45ProD and APL35 don't explain themselves on the shelf....
Skycamp 4.0: What’s New, What Changed, and Which Size Fits You Best
Camping gets a lot more complicated once you stop thinking about specs and start thinking about real trips. After a long drive,...
SmartCap EDGE: RSI Just Changed the Truck Cap Game
If you've spent any time outfitting a truck for serious backcountry travel, you already know that what's in (and on) your bed...
RSI SmartCap Full Bin: The Ultimate Gear for Your Adventures
Adventure gear plays a crucial role in transforming any journey from ordinary to extraordinary, and having the right equipment can mean the...
iKamper ExoShell 270 Awning – The Ultimate Adventure Shelter
When it comes to outdoor adventures, having the right gear can make all the difference. Whether you're a seasoned overlander or just...
Lexus GX470 - Geared Up For Adventure
As we began talking through the details we found ourselves discussing far more than installing a rooftop tent. Next thing we knew,...
Rhino Rack and iKamper Skycamp Roof Top Tent Installation on Ram 2500
We set up this 2017 Ram 2500 with a Rhino Rack roof rack system and paired it with a sleek, black hard...
