Category: Adventure Rig Tips

How to Work Remotely While Car Camping/Overlanding

The freedom to explore the world without sacrificing your career is one of the most liberating experiences offered by remote work. Car camping or overlanding offers a unique blend of adventure and productivity, but it requires a bit of preparation and know-how to ensure you stay connected, secure, and powered up. Hereโ€™s your guide to navigating the remote work road, ensuring that you remain as efficient under the stars as you are at your home office.

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The Dirty Truth About Vehicle Roof Rails

I am sure you have either seen an overlanding rig by now, either in the wild or on some social media post. They have a rooftop tent and a ton of gear strapped to the outside of the vehicle.  While they look cool, you must ask yourself what happens if an unseen force suddenly stops that vehicle and what happens to all that gear. I try to keep as much gear inside the vehicle as possible and keep things as hidden / stealthy as possible. Since my rig is also my daily driver, I do not want to give people a reason to explore the goodies inside.  Tips on how to do that will come in a future post. We are talking about Roof Rails today and why you need to know what you have before strapping hundreds of pounds of gear to them and the related safety issues. 

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Determine your vehicle’s max payload for safe and efficient camping trips.

The weekend is coming, and we’re preparing for a trip. Time to load up the adventure mobile and hit the road. Car camping is fun, and having ample gear space is convenient. But do you know your vehicle’s weight limit? Most people won’t come close to that weight, but what about when you load up the family, dogs, and gear? And what about all the gear on the roof rack? Is it safe if you’ve added tents, racks, and accessories? I’m not an expert on the subject, but I’ve spoken to professionals and researched specifically for my vehicle. Consult a professional if you have safety concerns or questions about your vehicle.

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