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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