Camper & RV

Rooftop Rebirth: Tepui Upcycles Used Tent Covers

The popular rooftop tent maker just introduced an initiative to reduce waste while making adventure gear from your travel cover scraps.

Written by Julie Kailus September 14, 2018

Airstream Adds 19-Foot ‘Sprinter’ Build to Lineup

For those who want the iconic Airstream in a smaller footprint, meet the Interstate Nineteen.

Written by Sean McCoy August 31, 2018

Brawny Beauties: Wild Rides From Northwest Overland Rally

The 2018 Northwest Overland Rally attracted more than 2,000 attendees – all to take in some beautiful (and menacing) all-terrain monsters.

Written by Bryon Dorr July 13, 2018

Camping World to Launch 40 ‘Gander RV’ Stores in 2019

Camping World plans to open 40 Gander RV Sales stores in ‘key RV markets.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 02, 2018

No Wheels: Meet the Camper That Rides on Your Hitch

The Hitch Hotel fits onto a trailer hitch for transport. At a campsite, the compact camper expands to nearly three times its size. Announced today,…

Written by Nate Mitka June 29, 2018

How to Share an Airstream: One Co-Owner Breaks It Down

Want to own an Airstream, camper, or RV but don’t need one full time? One co-owner tells us about the advantages of sharing the storage,…

Written by Julie Kailus June 26, 2018

A Year on the Road: How We Afford to Travel

Many dream of a long trip on the road. But how to afford the travel? A young couple put pen to paper, scrimped and saved,…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 05, 2018

Couple Begins Yearlong National Park Road Trip in School Bus

A GearJunkie editor and his wife recently began a yearlong national park road trip in their school bus-RV conversion. Check out their plans and follow…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 04, 2018

Recon Fills Small Camper Void With Custom Nissan

Recon Campers has quietly been perfecting the small U.S. campervan for the past three years. So far, it has delivered 50+ units directly to customers.…

Written by Bryon Dorr June 04, 2018

Your Next Summer Project: Restore a Vintage Trailer

Save a little money, add some personal flair, and enjoy an eye-catching ticket to outdoor adventure. Check out these classic fixer-upper pull-behinds.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 01, 2018

Tiny Home From City Bus: Video Tour Family’s Abode

One family renovated the inside of a city bus to comfortably sleep four and go on adventures. Learn the secrets to maximizing space and outfitting…

Written by GJ Staff June 01, 2018

No More Metal: Airstream Launches Fiberglass ‘Nest’ Camper

Airstream ditches the silver bullet look with its latest offering launched this week, the fiberglass Nest.

Written by Nate Mitka April 13, 2018

Sleep Over Your Truck With Room to Stand in Back

Introduced in February, the Snap! Treehouse turns a pickup-truck into a minimalistic camper, seven-foot ceiling included.

Written by Sean McCoy April 05, 2018

Meet Leentu, the 150-Pound Pop-Up Camper

Move over Sprinter Van, there’s a new adventure-mobile in town. The Leentu pop-up camper will transform your truck into a road trip machine.

Written by Mallory Paige March 28, 2018

DIY Dream: Build This Amazing Custom Camper

One couple built a custom topper tiny home for their Toyota Tacoma. The result should inspire legions of DIYers to get creative and think way…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 20, 2018

Farewell VW Beetle (and Its Motorhome You Never Knew)

Volkswagen squashed the Beetle today. So we look back on the crazy ‘Bugaroo’ motorhome nobody bought into.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 09, 2018

9 Rugged Rentals for Affordable Off-Road Adventure

A new wave of companies in the U.S. rents these rugged campers (and some cool vintage vans, too). From modified vans to standalone adventure rigs to…

Written by GJ Staff March 02, 2018

Meet the Biggest, Baddest EarthRoamer Yet: The XV-HD

EarthRoamer builds the XV-HD on a Ford F-750 chassis to marine-grade standards. And as you’d expect, it has the price tag of a yacht.

Written by Sean McCoy October 30, 2017

‘AirbRV’: Rent Someone’s Camper, Earn Money with Yours

Why leave your RV, van, or pull-behind in the driveway? Somebody probably wants to rent your camper, and you want some extra cash. Enter the…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 25, 2017

Hitch-Mountable: ‘Rooftop’ Tents, Down To Earth

Coming soon, the Hitch n’ Pitch moves the rooftop tent off the roof, and onto a trailer hitch. It even gives the ability to leave…

Written by Sean McCoy September 27, 2017

Tough As Nails: Australian Overland Trailer Hits U.S. Market

Tighten the lug nuts and fill the jerry cans, ’cause the Aussies’ favorite camping trailer is now available in ‘Murica.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 26, 2017

If You Can Afford A Yacht, Check Out This Mercedes Overlander

If a Mercedes G 320 and a cruise ship had a baby, it would look like this.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 19, 2017

Meet the Adventure-Ready 4×4 Winnebago Sprinter

Winnebago just revealed its newest RVs. Among them is the four-wheel-drive, off-road Sprinter called the Revel.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 18, 2017

Apocalypse-Ready Trailer Transforms To Off-Grid Home

Storms, relentless sun, howling winds — the nastier the Earth gets, the comfier this self-sufficient trailer home becomes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 11, 2017

VW Concept Van: Ultimate Camper Unveiled At German ‘Caravan’ Show

Volkswagen’s California XXL looks to do for VanLifers what glamping did for dirtbags.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 05, 2017

Video: #RVLife Maintenance Tips

RV Maintenance: Check these nine tips off your list to keep recreational vehicles rolling smooth.

Written by Sponsored Post September 01, 2017

DIY Teardrop Kit: Build This Camper for Less Than $3,000

The Sprig is a wooden assemble-at-home pull-behind that weighs a scant 325 lbs. Weekend warriors rejoice, your next project has arrived.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 15, 2017

Pick The Right Camping Chair For Overland Or Car Camping

Searching for the perfect seat around the campfire? From classic soccer game sideline camp chairs to luxurious wooden thrones, we give the low-down on the…

Written by Bryon Dorr August 09, 2017