Packing Lists
Packing lists are something that can take some time and tweaking, but are an essential part of overlanding. Your list will change over time and you just have to keep updating it.
In the beginning I followed a generic list and as I went on trips I found things I wanted, needed, and didn’t need. Just make sure in the beginning you take time to prepare for whatever region and climate you may encounter.
Dont leave home without it
personal protection
keys
wallet/id/passport
emergency cash stash
phones/tablets
Garmin Inreach*
Gmrs/frs/cb radio
pen and paper
first aid kit
headlight/flashlight
bugspray and sunscreen
water
emergency rations
compass
bear spray**
* Garmin inreach is a satellite operated emergency communication.
** Recommended in areas with large predators, but always good to have on hand.
Camping gear
rooftop tent/annex/ground tent
leveling blocks if mounted tent
sleeping bag/blankets/sheets*
pillows
stakes
paracord
2 tarp poles
lantern and fuel
spare batteries
table and chairs
portable fire pit
portable toilet
toilet paper/wipes
portable shower
bathroom toiletries
towels
tent fan*
500w battery backup/generator
solar panel
ax/hatchet/machete/chain saw**
fire wood
fire starter
portable heater and fuel*
backpack
camel back
trash bags
Kitchen
camp stove/cooking source and fuel
cookware/pots/pans/Dutch oven/Omnia Oven/cooking utensils
cutlery
cups/bowls/plates
cutting board
environmentally friendly dish soap
sponge
collapsible sink/buckets
12v fridge/ice chest
coffee maker/ French Press/ pour over
paper towels
pot holder
aluminum foil
zip-locks
spices
cooking oil
lighter
measuring cups and spoons
can opener
bottle opener/cork screw
trash-a-roo spare tire bag
Food
I recommend that you plan all meals for your trip and buy accordingly try not to over buy and possibly consider using leftovers for other meals.
With this being said, always pack some extra non-perishable foods like canned goods, dehydrated
meals, and MRE’s* and water.
ps: don’t forget the condiments
*meals ready to eat
Off-road and Recovery Gear
wench
tow straps/ropes
tree saver strap
shovel
shackles
jack/jack pads
hand tools for small repairs
wheel key, socket and braker bar or t-bar
air source, pump or tank
recovery boards
air down tool
tire plug kit
extra fuel cans
duck tape
zip-ties
silicone
a couple bottles of engine oil
extra hose clamps/ assorted
roll of bailing wire
wd-40
fire extinguisher
Optional vehicle accessories
roof rack / bed rack
wench
snorkel
dual battery setup
off-road bumpers and rock sliders
lift kit and oversize tires
lockers
upgrades to suspension, axles, and steering
axle breather extensions
fuel can mounts
ax and shovel mounts
hi lift jack mount
off road lighting
door hinge steps
solar charging setup
mounted 5lb/1gal propane tank