Gear List
I have made an Amazon page specifically for a lot of the gear and gadgets I use. It puts everything in one place, for you to browse.
Alucab
I have used the Alucab roof top tent on the Fj for years, and now I have also aquired a Alucab Modcap Camper. Alucab builds the highest end, most durable tents and campers I have come across.
Lights!
I have recently switched up my lighting preference! I once used Hardkorr lighting, but they are no longer supporting the US market which left many of us in the dust. GoFluxx Lighting is my new go to. Not only do their lights have White and Orange, but they also have red built in as well! 3 colors in one! Each light has its own dim switch, and each can be changed to whichever color you choose. White for maximum brightness, orange for the bugs, and red for maintaining your night vision.
GoFLuxx LINK
Step 22
Step 22 makes some of the most impressive soft goods on the market. These guys are building prosucts that make you satisfied with what you just purchased. You know how sometimes you buy things and think, “I wish they would have done XXXXX”? Not with Step 22. They really think of it all.
SnoMaster
Fridge
The SnoMaster CL56D Refrigerator with the DFG Offroad fridge slide. I went with SnoMaster because of what you get for the cost. First, I couldn't find a single bad review on their products. This thing is ultra quiet, it has LED lighting in each compartment, a bottle opener right on the front or side (your choice), and has a stainless steel housing.The build quality is top notch. If you consider that you get the transit bag and a solar powered wireless controller/monitor then you really aren't paying much more than major competing brands. The controller can also be charged via micro usb, and includes a backlight button. So this remote could be mounted if you chose to do so. Once you consider the 5 year warranty on the compressors, I think the extra cost is easily justified. The fridge has threaded feet so you can bolt it down to your slider. I plan to do this soon to prevent theft. Check out the full video review HERE.
Under the fridge is the DFG Offroad slider. This company is new to the scene, but they are coming up with some pretty cool products. Their fridge sliders are much cheaper than the competition and quite well built. I got the very first cutting board unit they made! Its quite effortless to open and floats like a dream. They are made from aluminum so they are very lightweight, and you can get a custom size made if you require it. The slider includes tie down straps in the kit which is a bonus.
Power System (Links)
Solar Setup
240W Redarc Portable Folding Solar Panel
100W XPLOR Rigid Roof Panels (ModCap)
High-Draw Accessories
50A Relays (for AC, heater, charging bank, etc.)
Zero Breeze Portable AC
Diesel/Gasoline Heater
High-Watt USB-C Camera/Drone Charging Bank
Kitchen
I have tried out several items at this point.
I love the JetBoil Genesis system. But DO NOT buy this if you use a camp oven. It will burn out your igniter. Its a great compact stove, but it does have its limitations.
The most heavy duty (by far) is the Partner Steel (Cook Parner) aluminum stove. These are not cheap, but this thing will survive for generations. They really are on another level, but holy smokes that price tag is STEEP!
The MSR Reactor is my favorite camp boiler, because its the most heavy duty of them all. Its also the most expensive, and perhaps overkill for this kind of stuff. If you arent plan on using a stove for mixed use (backpacking) then you will be just fine with a Jetboil.
I have also used the Stoke Voltiacs 110v cooking oipotions. They work great, and Natalia actually prefers them because of ease of use. If you travel with a power station or a truck with a 1000w+ inverter (Pure Sine) then you could try these out. They are fully electric and require no fuel of any kind.
Last is a one peice kit. The Tembo Tusk Skottle can make cooking for a large group easy and simple. You have a single pan to clean when your done, and it really is just fun to use at camp and at home. Expensive, yes. But everything, including the bag is made right here in the USA.