Camper & RV Archives

Motorhomes to Rooftop Tents: How to Choose the Best RV (or Camper) for You

Which RV is right for you? Is it an SUV with a rooftop tent or a 40-foot-long motorhome? This guide to truck campers and motorhomes…

Written by Bryon Dorr April 03, 2020

Tricked-Out Ford Ranger: Tour Cody Townsend’s Overland Truck

Accomplishing 50 ski descents across North America takes a lot of gear. More importantly, it takes a qualified vehicle to get you there.

Written by Mary Murphy March 25, 2020

‘Nestbox’ Puts a Camper in Your SUV or Jeep: Car Camping Elevated

Turn the luggage area of your vehicle into a full-featured camper in under 5 minutes. The Egoe Nestbox is a camper system in a box.

Written by Bryon Dorr March 24, 2020

Winnebago Suspends Production of RVs, Boats

Winnebago Industries will shut down its factories in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Written by Sean McCoy March 23, 2020

Go Off Road With Australia’s ‘Best Camper Trailer’ of 2020

Get off the beaten path and camp in comfort. This burly camper trailer from down under has everything you need.

Written by Mallory Paige March 19, 2020

This Is the Most Compact Camper Trailer We’ve Seen Yet

This compact travel trailer is only about 3 feet long, but it expands to sleep two adults in a 7-foot camper light enough to tow…

Written by Sean McCoy March 12, 2020

Box Truck Tiny Home: How This Couple Made It Work

One British Columbia-based couple decided to downsize their lives in order to save money and chase adventure — and that meant living in a box…

Written by Mary Murphy February 18, 2020

Alex Honnold’s Van Life Essentials

Renowned climber Alex Honnold has lived in a van for years. From protein to crash pads, here’s how he keeps van life simple and comfortable.

Written by Morgan Tilton February 17, 2020

Northern Journey: Driving a Camper to the Arctic

After 4 years of RVing across the U.S., this couple is venturing on their biggest journey yet — a trip north through Canada and Alaska…

Written by Mary Murphy February 11, 2020

Mercedes Launches a Pop-Top Van You Can Buy in America

Mercedes-Benz is launching its first pop-top camper van in the U.S. this spring. Intrigued? So are we.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 06, 2020

‘Stealth’ Camping: How to Live in a U-Haul Van

This Canada-based YouTuber is taking camping to a whole new — and very different — level. Want to know how to live in a van?…

Written by Mary Murphy February 05, 2020

Engel Fridge for Van Build: 6-Month Review

Engel’s portable fridge/freezer series incorporates first-rate designs and modern tech to help you get — and stay — off the beaten path. I put the…

Written by Alex Hansen January 20, 2020

1,324 Days in an Airstream

Is living in an Airstream the dream life? Adventure couple Aaron Gulley and Jen Judge think so.

Written by Sponsored Post December 20, 2019

Tesla Camper Concept: Meet the Cyber 5th-Wheel

A U.K. YouTuber unveiled a rendering for a Tesla pull-behind camper designed specifically for the Cybertruck. And it looks as wild as the truck itself.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 12, 2019

Working in the Himalayas From an RV in the Rockies

In early 2019, we sold everything, packed up an RV, and said goodbye to a fixed address.

Written by Sponsored Post December 06, 2019

2020 RV of the Year? Meet the Venture RV Sonic X

Venture RV built the forward-thinking Sonic X as a design study to create a buzz at the RV trade show back in March. That it…

Written by Bryon Dorr December 02, 2019

New Overland Gear From SEMA Show 2019

Every November at the annual industry-only automotive aftermarket show, brands reveal the best new overland and off-road products. These are our favorites.

Written by Bryon Dorr November 20, 2019

First Look: MoonShade Is a Temporary Awning for Your Adventure Rig

The MoonShade Portable Awning is a light and packable awning for overlanding vehicles and more.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 19, 2019

Parking Your Camper: Public Land, Campgrounds, and RV Parks Compared

Whether you’re a weekend escapist or a full-time working traveler, knowing where to park your RV for the night can be part of the fun…

Written by Sponsored Post November 15, 2019

RV Office: The Power to Work From Anywhere

You found a great spot to hole up for a few days, but how do you find off-grid electricity to power your RV office? Here,…

Written by Sponsored Post November 13, 2019

Internet & Communications Solutions for a Roving RV Office

Cellular and Wi-Fi signals determine the reality of where RV-based professionals can travel and work — and how long we stay there. Use this information to…

Written by Sponsored Post November 11, 2019

VanDOit LIV: New Modular Van Upfit Can Carry 8 Adventurers

The modular van upfitter rolls out a new model that can haul more adventurers. But it’s more than a people-hauler.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 08, 2019

On the Road With Wandering Pros Aaron Gulley and Jen Judge

For Aaron Gulley and Jen Judge, the open road is home. We caught up with them just long enough to ask what it’s like living…

Written by Sponsored Post November 07, 2019

Drive, Tow, or Haul? A Breakdown of RV Classifications

Whether you’re driving a motorhome, towing a pull-behind, or hauling a slide-in pop-top, each type of RV presents unique advantages and drawbacks.

Written by Sponsored Post November 05, 2019

Luxury Off-Road: Interviewing EarthRoamer Inventor Bill Swails

Many people consider the EarthRoamer to be the most capable overland rig ever made. We recently caught up with Bill Swails, the man behind the…

Written by Christophe Noel November 05, 2019

Road Work: Tips to Make the Most of Your RV Office

For 1 million Americans, an RV isn’t just a weekend escape pod — it’s home. For many of us, it’s also an office on wheels.

Written by Sponsored Post October 31, 2019

Drive South for the Winter to These 5 Warm Retreats

An RV affords the ability to migrate with the seasons. But where should you go when the mercury drops?

Written by Sponsored Post October 30, 2019

Guard Your RV With the Watchdog Smart Bluetooth Surge Protector

Before you connect to shore power, know the risks and prepare for the worst. One rogue electrical current could inflict catastrophic damage to your RV.…

Written by Christophe Noel October 30, 2019