Best Satellite Communicators – Buyer’s Guide
Devices For Staying Connected Off Grid While Overlanding & Exploring Staying connected during outdoor adventures is more than a luxury, it’s a necessity. That’s especially true when venturing into areas…
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Yakima RoadShower – Long Term Review
An Easy-To-Mount, High-Pressure Water Tank With Endless Potential The Yakima RoadShower may not be the coolest-looking piece of gear you can mount on your rig, but it might be the…
Luno AIR+FOAM PRO Vehicle Mattress – Review
The Latest & Most Comfortable Vehicle Specific Mattress From Luno If you love car camping, getting a good night’s sleep is essential. A comfortable sleeping setup can make all the…
Luno Window Screens For 4Runner – Review
Premium Window Covers That Are Perfect For Car Camping If you love car camping in your 4Runner, you’ve likely experienced those uncomfortably warm nights from having to keep the windows…
BamBeds Rocking Couch Kit – Review
A Portable Rocking Bench For Your Adventures If you have BamBeds’ leveling platform, this is the perfect accessory for you. Departing from the typical folding camp chairs, this kit seamlessly…
WeatherTech SunShade Kit For 5th Gen 4Runner – Install & Review
Custom-Fit Sun Blocking Kit For Your Camping Adventures Windshield sun shades are nothing new – they have been around for years and serve as critical shade or privacy. They also…
DIY Vs. Pre-Built Sleeping Platforms
Premium Leveling Platform Vs. DIY – How To Choose Trying to sleep in your truck while camping? Are you annoyed at that awkward hump between your rear seats and cargo…
No Drill Cargo Fridge Slide For 5th Gen 4Runner
Big Brand Alternative Custom Built With A Local Fabricator Like many others, my 4Runner is both my daily driver and weekend warrior. As my adventures evolved from short day trips…
RealTruck GoTent Rooftop Tent – Install & Review
You Don’t Need To Spend A Small Fortune To Camp In Comfort I’ll admit, I was never a big rooftop tent (RTT) guy. They tend to be bulky, weigh down…
Zero Breeze Mark 2 Review
Keep Your Camping Cool With This Portable AC Unit As we come out of winter camping season, things are heating up in California. If you’re a car camper, you know…
RealTruck Overland Awning – Install & Review
A Newer, Universal Awning Option For Overlanding & Camping ROAM, FrontRunner, ARB, Thule… the list goes on and on. It seems like every company now a days makes a vehicle…
Overlanding & E-Bikes – Should You Add One?
Are E-Bikes Valuable For Overlanding? We Take A Closer Look! E-bikes have become more popular and accessible in recent years. There’s been a flood of new options to the market….
Overlanding Comfort: 5 Cozy Sleeping Arrangements to Explore
Comparing Different Sleep Options For Families or Solo Travelers Dialing in the right camping setup for families with kids can feel like solving a complex puzzle. Budget limits, crew size,…
DIY Low Profile Carpeted Sleeping Platform & Storage System With Lift-Up Hinge Design
How To Build A Sleeping Platform & Storage With Hinged Access One of the great perks of owning an SUV instead of a truck is the ability to sleep inside the vehicle,…
Badass Tents Packout RTT Review
Lightweight Rooftop Tent That’s Made In America I’ve been ground camping for a while now, and there are two primary reasons I haven’t considered switching to a rooftop tent (RTT)….
BamBeds Mid-Height Sleeping Platform for 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Full-Length, Mid-Height Precision-Fit Elevated Sleeping Platform & Storage Solution There have been many DIY sleeping platforms and storage platforms featured here on Trail4Runner but if you’re looking for something that…
Wheels & Feels Voyageurs Portable Car Kitchen & Drawers – First Impressions
Compact & Lightweight Setup For Cooking – First Impressions I’ve always been envious of those full-blown camp kitchen setups on overland rigs. In reality, though, I usually store the majority…
Simple Overland Camp Kitchen Setup – Overview & Guide
Essential Items You Need To Create A Functional Setup For Any Vehicle While every house has a kitchen, not every campsite does. No matter where you are, whether recreational or…
BamBeds Leveling Platform & Luno Mattress For 5th Gen 4Runner – Review
Bambeds + Luno – Easily Create A Low Profile, Level & Comfortable Sleeping Area Sleeping platforms are incredibly popular, however, there aren’t many high-quality options on the market. We’ve seen…
4×4 Colorado Nimbus Hardshell Review
A Unique And Innovative Take On The Typical Wedge-Style RTT Deciding on a rooftop tent can be difficult when so many options exist. Do you pick a soft top that…
Devos Lightranger 1200 Camp Light Review
Is The Devos Lightranger 1200 Camp Light Worth Its Price Tag? Throughout my travel adventures using a 4Runner and 5’x8′ off-road trailer, I’ve never found a fully satisfying lighting solution….
SandyCats TrailWash Overland Shower System – Detailed Overview
SandyCats TrailWash Scepter Can Shower – A Versatile High-Quality Water System For Overlanding On the road to achieving a perfect camping/overland setup, having some sort of on-board water system is…
Roof Racks: What To Know Before You Buy & Why Prinsu is a Great Option To Consider
An Overview on Roof Racks for 4Runners & Trucks in General: Exploring Prinsu Features & Benefits For Your Adventure Vehicle Whether you’re an off-roading enthusiast, an avid camper, or simply…
Besteam SA-77 Ultra-Light Sleeping Bag: Overview & First Impressions
The Besteam SA-77 Ultra-light Sleeping Bag – A Tightly Packable, Warm Weather Sleeping Bag Okay, I know many of you are asking, “Why would I need a sleeping bag in…
Feature Friday: 6 Owners Talk Overland Camp Gear Favorites
6 Owners Discuss Their Favorite Camping Products This Week’s Topic: Camp Essentials We’re back with a brand new Feature Friday! Last week, we covered full skid plate setups. In a…
The Deepsleep Overland Solo Mat – Review
The Deepsleep Overland Solo With Leveling Mat Like most of you, when I set out on how I wanted to sleep in the woods, I was lost with all the…
Dissent Off-Road Rear Bumper For The 5th Gen 4Runner – Review & Feature Overview
The All-New Dissent Off-Road High Clearance Rear Bumper: Fully Customizable Here it is guys, the long-awaited and highly anticipated high clearance modular Dissent Off-road rear bumper for the 5th Gen…
Feature Friday: 7 Camp Kitchen Setups For The 5th Gen 4Runner
7 Owners Discuss Their Kitchen Setups For Camping This Week’s Topic: Camp Kitchen Setups Welcome to this week’s Feature Friday! Last week, we looked at portable fridge/freezer setups. This week,…
Feature Friday: 9 Portable Fridge Freezer Setups For 5th Gen 4Runner
9 Example Portable Fridge/Freezer Setups For Your 5th Gen 4Runner – Cold Food Storage Inspiration For Overland Builds This Week’s Topic: Portable Fridge Setups Welcome back to another Feature Friday!…
DC Solar Panel Basics – An Example 12-Volt Solar System For Your Rig
Getting Started With Solar Panels For Your Rig & How They Work In 12-Volt Systems If you’re having trouble finding information about vehicle-based solar power, you’re not alone. Most of…
Feature Friday: 6 Exterior Storage Setups For The 4Runner
6 Exterior Storage Setups For Easy Access To Your Gear: Inspiration For Your Builds This Week’s Topic: Exterior Storage Setups Welcome back to another Feature Friday! Last week we discussed…
The Ultimate Overland Drawer System Lighting Setup – Featuring Goose Gear Offset Drawers
The Guide to Goose Gear Overland Drawer Lighting: In-Drawer Lights, Camp Lights, Kitchen Lights, Fitted Plate Lights, and More! Instead of documenting a simple step-by-step installation on the drawers, I…
How To Carpet A Goose Gear Drawer System For 5th Gen 4Runner
Installing Marine-Grade Carpet & Finish Trim On A Goose Gear Drawer System The Goose Gear drawer system doesn’t have the option to come with carpet, so I decided to add…
ICECO APL55 – A Dual-Zone Fridge Packed With Tons Of New Features
The ICECO APL55: A Dual-Zone Fridge Designed Purely From Overlander Feedback This isn’t my first time buying and reviewing an ICECO fridge. And, it probably won’t be my last. Back…
GZila Designs Rain-Fly Pole Holder – Install & Review
GZila Designs Rain-Fly Pole Holder For GFC Campers & Rooftop Tents: Installation & Review Not all rooftop tents are created equal. To stand out in a saturated market, creativity is…