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The Midland ER310PRO isn’t just a single powered emergency radio, it’s a multi-powered emergency radio with expanded battery capacity, USB-C charging, Bluetooth streaming, and integrated lighting and signaling tools. The ER310PRO is more than an emergency radio with a hand crank. It’s a necessary piece of kit to help when the conditions become less than ideal. The ER310PRO uses a molded housing with extra protection covering impact points.

This weekend I rolled out of the McDonald’s drive thru feeling like a responsible adult who definitely has their life together. Then my truck decided to audition for a disaster movie. Both tailpipes started belching smoke like I was Uncle Buck. At the next light, a nice guy pulled up, lowered his window, looked at my rolling fog bank, and said, “Damn, son. You ok?” Reader, I was not ok. At roughly 87,000 miles, the two turbos on my 2019 Raptor were cooked. Toast. Finished.

Looks like the roads less traveled picked up a new exploration vehicle. The team at Globe Trekker recently announced the new E-Series Camper platform designed specifically for the Ford E350 and E450 models. This camper is not only light weight and highly customizable, it is also engineered to withstand maximum off-road usage without damaging the camper or the vehicle frame.

By Corrie Murguia Photo: Barry J Holmes Calm isn’t about how someone feels in the moment. It’s about how they operate. When conditions deteriorate in the field, the outcome is rarely decided by confidence, urgency, or force. It’s decided by whether the situation gets simpler or more complicated in the next few seconds. Competence shows up as the ability to slow things down just enough to work the problem in order. Calm, in this context, is a technical skill.

Some tools earn their place because they are impressive. Others earn it because they quietly keep trips from ending early. This is about the second group. When something goes wrong, the collection of products in this list determines whether your trip ends now or later. These are the tools that come up again and again from our members when experience speaks louder than theory. Read on to make sure you have our member approved list. The Icon. The Legend.

Tiegear Review: For those who have suffered the pain of tents, awnings and tie down enclosures losing the battle with wind and rain – Meet Tiegear. Tiegear set out to create an end-all/be-all tie down solution for a wide range of outdoor gear and equipment, and they absolutely hit the peg on the head. And given the product lineup was designed in Australia, the Tiegear crew knows a thing or two about extreme conditions.

Meet the rugged new contender designed to push boundaries, bring comfort to off-grid exploration, and accommodate your crew in every type of terrain. Hunter RMV’s Globe Ranger 4X4 is expanding on what’s possible in the world of expedition vehicles. This latest model promises the best of both durability and comfort, with features aimed squarely at long range overlanders who want to enjoy the journey and the destination.

For those who spend weekends on dusty trails or long-haul trips off the grid, a solid rack setup can make or break the adventure. The iKamper Raconteur Rack Series aims to be that rock-solid solution, offering roof and bed racks specifically designed for the Toyota Tacoma, 4Runner, and Jeep Gladiator. With its promise of easy installation, impressive load capacities, and seamless integration with popular accessories, the Raconteur is marketed as a no-nonsense option for the overlanding community.

There is nothing like the moment when you reach your remote destination and turn off your vehicle. The sound of the engine is replaced with the small clicks and background noise of a truck settling into stillness. And then as the evening shifts to night, the stars emerge until the whole sky becomes a vibrant map. That starscape is thanks to dark skies, and it’s something overlanders, more than most, can experience firsthand. But what happens when those stars start to fade?

The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is hitting the road (and the trail), continuing Chevrolet’s long-standing presence in the competitive full-size pickup truck market. Here’s a closer look at what the latest Silverado brings to the table and how it stacks up in key areas. The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers a range of engine options aimed at different driving needs.