Monday, May 31, 2021

Aqua Quest Guide Tarp (10x10) Review - Lightweight, Strong and Waterproof


This is the Aqua Quest Guide Tarp and in this Agenda Free Review Luke is going over the Pros and Cons.

What makes it so good and are there any major problems?

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Aqua Quest Guide Tarp - Lightweight, Strong and Waterproof

Agenda Free Link : https://aquaquestwaterproof.com/products/guide-tarp

Sizes and Prices : 10x7 $80, 10x10 $100, 13x10 $120, 20x13ft $180. These are the retail prices, prices on Amazon are about $20 cheaper at the time of filming.

Color : Ravine Green

Materials : 40D ripstop fabric with dual coatings of silicone & PU

Weight : 1lb 6.3oz

With the 10x10 which you see here, you’re getting 92 sq ft of coverage, it compresses down to 11.5 x 4.5 x 3” and there are 17 tie out points including a center hang point.

Review Pros :
Extremely durable
Excellent storm worthiness against wind and rain 5,000mm hydrostatic head rating
Excellent quality
Tons of tie off points; lots of setup options - No grommets to have torn out
Excellent weight for the size
Packs down small
Good size stuff sack
Makes an excellent sun shade Review 

Cons :
Expensive
No color choices Summary :

When it comes to the best of the best tarps, the one company that comes to mind is Aqua Quest; they offer top shelf tarps and if you want the best of the best you will have to pay for it. Without a doubt you can find tarps of the same size for less and I have reviewed many and recommend many and with the Aqua Quest Guide, I recommend it as well.

If you are seeking a best of quality tarp that features excellent build quality this is what I would suggest.

Also, the overall weight of these tarps is very good especially when compared to some of Aqua Quests heavy duty tarps.

Speaking of durability, if you follow the channel and have seen all of my adventures, then you have seen this tarp go through some pretty wicked storms and never has it let me down. It is strong and has withstood strong 30mph winds with no problems.
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Friday, May 28, 2021

Facing the Storm - Multiday OneTigris Hot Tent Adventure with Bushcraft ...


As a cold front pushes into the Mountains of NC, Luke the Lone Wolf is out for an adventure and this time, he's in a HOT TENT!

Heavy Rain and Strong Winds are battling against him as he builds a bushcraft table in this Wild Camp Adventure.

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For this trip, here are the big items that I used.

Gear List :
OneTigris Iron Wall Tent : https://amzn.to/2SdkzxK
OneTigris Stove : https://amzn.to/342cDSK
OneTigris Stove Jack : https://amzn.to/3u9w1I3
OneTigris Folding Chair : https://amzn.to/3yr40Po
Granite Gear Chief Backpack :
Alps Mountaineering Cot : https://amzn.to/3f7rkdj
Snugpak Jungle Blanket : https://amzn.to/3oCkaB0
Fjällräven Vidda Pro Ventilated Pants : https://amzn.to/3ytuwYw
SCARPA Men's Kailash Trek GTX Hiking Boot : https://amzn.to/342zFcd
Stanley CookSet : https://amzn.to/345nVFL
Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : https://amzn.to/3ywOpOw
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL
Esbit 1100ML Stove : https://amzn.to/3u4YJcY
Esbit 27g Fuel Tabs : https://amzn.to/3oBrRY5
OneTigris Chair (Coyote Color) : https://amzn.to/3yr40Po
Sven Saw 15" : https://amzn.to/3oEXAbd
Bank Line : https://amzn.to/3hLY7qm
Carman Canvas Tarp : https://amzn.to/3v9PNED
Fenix HM65R-T Headlamp : https://amzn.to/2QEatFF
Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : https://amzn.to/2Sej6aD
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Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Excellent Value but Not Perfect - Stanley Adventure All in One 2 Bowl Co...


Up for an Agenda Free Review today is the Stanley Adventure All-in-One 2 Bowl Cook Set and when it comes to value, there isn't much on the market which can rival what it offers but it's not perfect.....

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Stanley Adventure All-in-One 2 Bowl Cook Set

Agenda Free Link : https://www.amazon.com/STA01715-BRK-Prep-Cook-Set-Stainless/dp/B00JYFH0QO

Price : $35 at the time of filming

Dimensions: 6.5L x 4.4W x 6.5H in

Materials : 18/8 stainless steel and BPA free plastic

Weight : 25.3oz for the entire kit - 11.6oz for the pot and lid - 15.1oz for pot, lid and one bowl
 
Included : 8 piece kit - made to serve two users -
(1) 1. 58qt pot,
(1) vented pot lid,
(2) 20oz bowls,
(2) bowl lids,
(1) Bowl lids can be used as cutting boards
(1) spatula with extending handle,
(1) ladle with extending handle



Review Pros :
Nice quality camping set
 
Good value for the money considering that smaller pots made from stainless can be just as much as the entire Stanley kit.

good for backpacking, truck camping and even overlanding

Durable

Easy to clean - speaking of which, I used this over a fire and was able to clean it up with barkeepers friend

Pot is of an excellent size - big enough to make meal a for 2 people or plenty of coffee

Everything nests together -

You can remove what you don’t need and leave it behind or even replace it with a stove, fuel, wash cloth, lighter, and so on.

Good handle, easy to deploy and to stow

Locking system

Lifetime warranty

Easy to clean 

Review Cons :
Fairly heavy if you carry the entire kit but it can be lessened if you leave components behind

The company says that the lids can be used as a cutting board; that’s a bit of a stretch. Why not say that the bottom of a bowl is a cutting board too, it’s flat and if that is all that you need to qualify as a cutting board….

Grab tab is plastic; not so much of a con but a warning; if you plan to use this over an open fire you will need to be careful to make sure that the grab tab doesn’t melt. You can of course replace the tab with a key ring or a piece of wire if needed.

Summary : For the money Stanley continues with their excellent offerings for outdoor enthusiasts. The kit offers a lot for money and provides the user or users multiple options for both backpacking and car camping.
 
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Monday, May 24, 2021

Best Value Out There - USMC FILBE Assault Pack - Updated Long Term Review


This is the USMC FILBE Assault pack and you simply won't believe the value that this backpack offers for the money! It's so good in fact that it will make you think twice before buying any other tactical assault pack.
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FILBE 3 Day Assault Pack Coyote Tan Issued to USMC

Some call this the “FILL-BE” while others break it down, F.I.L.B.E. Calling it the FILBE sounds stupid in my opinion and I continue to call it the much more popular F.I.L.B.E.

FILBE stands for Family of Improved Load Bearing Equipment

Agenda Free Link : www.eBay.com

Price : Prices vary greatly depending on condition on eBay; around $50 will get you a good condition used pack.

Speaking of which, finding a new Assault pack is going to be difficult but used condition packs are readily available.

Included : What I would look for when buying one of these is the condition of the pack; get one that doesn’t feature rips or holes; if they are repaired I would check to see what has been done.

Packs should include the frame sheet - make sure that it is present.

Optional : This pack originally came with a top mounted assault pouch, some packs may include them or it may have to be purchased separately if you want it. The price of these is around $25 on eBay at the time of filming.

Weight of Pack : Around 4lbs

Materials : 600 denier Nylon construction - Cordura Nylon. Rubberized YKK Zippers

Dimensions : 20" x 14" x 8"

Capacity : Approx 2300 cubic inches of space - that’s 37L

Designed by Propper, Manufactured by Eagle Industries

NSN : 8465-01-600-7830

The USMC FILBE Assault Pack was designed to be carried on shorter missions by the United States Marine Corps and can be attach to the larger FILBE pack for the long haul. It is easy to access your gear with rubberized water-resistant zippers on a larger main space and a smaller outer compartment. Inside there is a stash / radio pocket to organize your gear or place a hydration bladder and a plastic frame sheet located in its own zippered compartment to add stiffness. The USMC FILBE Assault Pack is made from very durable Cordura Nylon that can take a beating. PALS webbing on each side and the front allows plenty of options to add other pouches as needed like an IFAK or Mag pouch.

Contour shoulder straps, sternum strap and stowable waist belt make the pack comfortable for carrying a heavy load.

Pros :

Increase value - Seriously, for $50 there is no better assault pack on the market from any company; imagine purchasing something similar from any of the big brands and you would be paying $400 easy.

Comfortable as far as a military pack goes - you have to keep in mind that this is a military surplus product; that means it was designed for utility first and comfort second. Overall though, it is a comfortable pac

Adaptable - I’ve used this pack for all sorts of purposes ranging from a day pack to overnight bag; if you plan to use it for an overnight bag, you will have to go with a minimal loadout.

The closed cell foam backing offers some ventilation.

Plenty of Pals webbing so you can attach what you want to where you want to.
Without a doubt this is my go to assault pack. I always have it ready to grab, pack and run if need be.

Carries a 3 liter hydration bladder without issue and does have ports to tube on both the left and right side.

Fairly water resistant

Very stable and solid as far as form goes thanks to the frame sheet.

Cons :

The biggest con for these packs is condition and being able to find it in the condition that you want. Be very careful on eBay, ask questions, look at the pics and get what you are going to be happy with.

When it comes to ventilation, this is a weak point; when hiking in hot conditions or when you are pushing yourself, your back will get wet and so will your shoulders.

Summary :

For the money, this is without a doubt one of the best assault packs on the market. The pack is spacious, tough, comfortable enough and is badass looking. It is versatile, has plenty of attachment areas and is worth the low cost that it is selling for currently.

Speaking of versatility, you can add a wide range of pouches to the pack including sustainment pouches to the sides to dramatically increase size.


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Friday, May 21, 2021

An Incoming Storm Forces me to Setup Camp - Solo Day Camp Tarp Adventure


A front is approaching the high mountains and Luke the Lone Wolf is out in the forest facing the elements while testing out some new gear.

After receiving countless messages from viewers about supporting the channel through Amazon, I have begun using Amazon Affiliate links in the Adventure Videos and if you choose to purchase one of these products via these links I will receive a small commission which will help fund future honest reviews and adventures.
 
The channel remains as it always was, 100% Agenda Free with no sponsored videos, no paid reviews, and I don't care if you purchase these products or not; you won't find affiliate links in review videos only in adventures.
 
I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time.

For this trip, here are the big items that I used.


Gear List :
Aqua Quest Guide Tarp : https://amzn.to/342ZiJY
Esbit 1100ML Stove : https://amzn.to/3u4YJcY
Esbit 27g Fuel Tabs : https://amzn.to/3oBrRY5
Eberlestock Chest Rig : https://amzn.to/3u4ZgeY
Outdoor Research Rain Jacket : https://amzn.to/3wgQLPm
Snugpak Rain Pants : https://amzn.to/3hBACQG
OneTigris Chair (Coyote Color) : https://amzn.to/3yr40Po
Fjällräven Vidda Pro Ventilated Pants : https://amzn.to/3ytuwYw
Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : https://amzn.to/2Sej6aD
Matches : https://amzn.to/2QNgMH3
Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : https://amzn.to/3ywOpOw
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : https://amzn.to/3vcItrL

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Do You Need this Much Protection? - KÜHL (Kuhl) Sun Blade Hat with Mesh ...


In this episode of TOGR, Luke is sharing his thoughts concerning the KÜHL Sun Blade Hat after putting it to the test in the deserts of New Mexico and Utah.
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Kuhl Sun Blade Hat with Mesh

Agenda Free Link : https://www.kuhl.com/kuhl/mens/accessories/sun-blade

Price : $50

Sizes : Small to Medium and Large to X-large
 
SIZING
L/XL: 23.2 inches
S/M: 22.4 inches

Colors : Carbon, Sand Dune, Dark Forest

Versions : There is two versions of this hat, one with a mesh ring and one without. The mesh version offers the best breathability while the other offers the best highest level of sun protection.

Materials : Fabric 1: main body: 100% Nylon| 3.2 oz/sq. yd; 109 GSM

Fabric 2 : 100% Polyester| 3.2 oz/sq. yd; 109 GSM

Features :

Designed by the wind and built for high speed sports, KÜHL’s SUN BLADE™ HAT WITH MESH maintains UV protection while other hats are blown away. Sun-roof tested to remain secure at up to 40 mph, you’ll stay sheltered from the sun (UPF 50) whatever your active pursuit. The strategically placed 3D mesh keeps fabric off your skin and provides cooling ventilation. Our unique two-way brim design won’t flop in the breeze with either end forward.

Removable cord and cord lock

Can be worn with either brim forward -

Deep curved brim shape for sun protection when lounging and longer brim forward for more active pursuits

High wicking, cooling sweatband activates w/ moisture

Under brim is a dark neutral grey that reduces glare by absorbing light from the widest spectrum

ICEKÜHL Innovative cooling technology reduces skin temperature to help keep you cool

UPF 50

3D Mesh designed to keep fabric off your skin & placed strategically for ventilation

As with all products, there are some pros & cons and we’ll go over those now.

Pros :
Comfortable to wear

Low profile

Wears well with sunglasses

comfortable chin strap

lightweight

brim is large enough to protect from the sun yet angled so it doesn’t catch the wind Unless you look up....

I really like the concept of two different length brim. With a backpack or high back chair just use the short brim in back. Yet in open sunshine spin the hat & have protection on your neck & sufficient brim to cover your face.

Provides overall excellent protection from the sun - face, ears, top of head & neck. The Sun Blade's asymmetrical brim is unique in our test group: it's 4" wide in back, 3" in front, & 2" on either side, and it's reversible back-to-front. This all adds up to a mixed bag in terms of sun protection. On the plus side, 3-4" is relatively wide compared to other models in our test group, & the reversibility means that you can increase protection on your face or your neck depending on where the sun is. On the other hand, the 2" side brims is a bit narrow which makes sense considering the shape of the hat but luckily the side brim is sits rather low and the protection is adequate.

Brims are stiff enough to withstand strong winds - no flopping around like with large wind hats.

Very good breathability on top

Price is reasonable.

Cons :

However the length of the brims in the back made it difficult to look up very much as it would dig into the top of the life jacket.

The back can brush against your pack or shoulders when you look up.

I like the shape of this trip; speaking of shape, this hat is not packable & if you deform it by bending the brims, you will permanently mess this hat up. Consider this if you are traveling, if you have to store this inside of your luggage it could be destroyed.

It's not adjustable and only comes in two sizes, so unless one of those sizes happens to fit you just right, you're going to be wearing a hat that's either too loose or too tight.

Summary :

There are many sun hats out on the market today & this just so happens to be the one that I selected for my desert adventures and I can easily recommend it. I enjoyed wearing it for numerous days including a 20 backpacking adventure throughout the New Mexico Badlands.

It’s comfortable, breathable, offers excellent sun protection & handles strong winds with ease. The price is good, so is the quality & I like the way that it looks. Again, that is subjective and like a pair of sunglasses, one should try it one before purchase.

Again, this hat can not be packed, it can’t be folded & if you travel on a flight you will have to basically wear it or hold it as it can’t be deformed or it could permanently damage the shape of the hat.
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Monday, May 17, 2021

The Purple Naturehike Mongar 2 - First Look and Preview


Susie and I had a lot of questions about the "Purple Tent" that we recently did a Before You Buy Episode about and we are back to go over all of the details concerning it.

This is a First Look at the NatureHike Mongar 2 person tent.
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NatureHike Mongar 2 Person Tent
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Friday, May 14, 2021

This is How it Ends - Desert Bound Overland Truck Camping Adventure


Luke and Susie have wrapped up their Overlanding Adventure to the Beautiful Deserts of New Mexico and Utah and now it is time to head home in Drifter, their 2011 Toyota Tundra.

Along the way they put out a fire at a Walmart parking lot, truck camp on old Route 66, enjoy the beautiful forest of Arkansas and more!

The Desert Bound Overlanding Adventure comes to an end in this Episode; learn how much the entire trip cost and enjoy the Finale!
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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Jackery Explorer 1500 Power Station - Real World, Real Overland Review (...


When It comes to products like this, you will often times find videos on Youtube which amount to nothing more than unboxings but with TOGR we do things differently;

I've been testing this product for over many months, I've taken it across the country to Utah and New Mexico and have relied on it for countless adventures into the middle of nowhere and I have a lot to share.
This is a real overland review of the Jackery Explorer 1500 Power Station.

Is it worth you hard earned money?
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Jackery Explorer 1500

Forward : One thing that I really dislike about YT is that there are so many channels out there which review products such a this Jackery and it is obvious that most of them haven’t actually tested it out. They opened a box, go over the stats and tell you to buy it...

I refuse to do that.

I’m been testing this product out for months, I’ve taken it around the country and in fact, I have over 4,000 miles of use with this device already and it has powered my dometic fridge for weeks at at time, I’ve solar charged it, I’m DC charged it, I’ve AC charged it, I’ve charged batteries, laptops, phones, used it to power electric blankets, toasters, hair driers and more.

Agenda Free Link : https://www.jackery.com/products/explorer-1500-portable-power-station
Price : $1600
Weight : 33.1lbs

Watt Hour - 1488Wh

Continuous : 1800W continuous Surge : 3600W Surge

Measurements : (LxWxD): 14 x 10.4 x 12.7 in
Warranty : 3 year warranty when you register the product

PORTS
AC Output: 110VAC, 60Hz, 1800W (3600W Surge) Sinewave
USB-A Output: 5V, 2.4A
Quick Charge 3.0 Output: 18W, 5-6.5V, 3A / 6.5-9V, 3A / 9-12V, 1.5A
USB-C Output: PD60W, (5V, 9V, 12V up to 3A)
Car Output: 12V, 10A
DC Input: 48V, 6.25A (Double to 500W Max)

All ports are regulated

Included : AC wall charger brick, 12v DC cable, manual, parallel solar adaptors
 
Capacity : 1488Wh (36V, 41.3Ah)

Cell Chemistry : Panasonic 18650 Li-ion Batteries

Lifecycle: 500 cycles to 80%+ capacity

Management System : BMS, Over Voltage Protection, Short Circuit Protection

Operating Usage Temperature : 14-104F C 

RECHARGE TIMES
1x AC Adapter: 6 Hours
2x AC Adapter: 3.5 Hours
12V DC Car Adaptor: 13 Hours
2x SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel: 9.5 Hours
4x SolarSaga 100W Solar Panel: 4 Hours
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Pros :

Excellent quality – I’ve had no issues with this device; it has always worked flawlessly with no errors nor problems

3 standard PURE SINE WAVE AC outlets
Multiple ways to charge – Wall, DC, Solar

Excellent value especially when compared to building your own system with equivalent quality components.

Power Levels is in percentages and not bars; bars are absolutely pointless and will get you into trouble as you will never be able to know exactly how much power you have left. Also, you won’t be able to determine how much power something that you plug in is being used.

1500w limit is great for running multiple items and appliances all at once and for running appliances that are under 1500w range.

Excellent Warranty – easy to contact the company via their web site and also via phone. Not all companies who make and sell power stations provide a phone number to call.

Quad panel solar is possible

Excellent Charging times

Dual ac charging bricks can be used for very fast charge times.

DC charging works very well - not all power stations can be charged on 12 DC power.

Two Independent charging controller ports

Good weight : While not lightweight it isn’t overly heavy considering the power that it offers.

Quiet operation in most cases unless using a high draw device; that is the only time that I have heard the fans spin up.

Simple power solution for those who don’t want to mess with a dual battery system.

Excellent battery life : 8 years is possible with average use

Cons :

Input and output times are slow to present on the screen

Limited on USB ports

I wish the AC ports were spaced further apart as some chargers plugs can be rather wide.

Summary :

Without a doubt, the Jackery brand is the one Power Station Brand that I can easily recommend as it checks off all of the boxes for what I feel makes an excellent power station.

These devices are incredibly versatile when it comes to use cases and for overlanding, car camping, and rving, super simple to use and you don’t have to worry about complicated power builds. You can move it when needed, you can charge it in numerous ways.

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Monday, May 10, 2021

What A TERRIBLE Name! SunDick Folding Table - Is It a Worthy OneTigris A...


Many have been waiting for the review of this Folding Table to go live and today is the day!

Pros, Cons, and Completely Agenda Free!

This is the Sundick Folding Table, is it a Worthy Clone of the OneTigris Table?

Find out now!
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Sundick Table Agenda Free Review

Agenda Free Link : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001200995045.html

Price : Varies depending on where the table ships from
If it ships from the USA, the cost of the table is $18.65 but you will pay $28.21 in shipping fees = $46.86

Note : Cost will vary slightly depending on the color that you order; but at the time of filming by only 2 cents.

If it ships from China, the table costs $26.79 and you will pay $7.87 in shipping fees = $34.66

These tables can also be found on eBay and the price varies from $42 to over $52 shipped.

How I ordered it : I went with the less expensive option and had it shipped from China.

Colors : Multicam, Coyote, Black, Green

Materials : Aluminum Alloy, 1000D Cardula Fabric

Measurements : 16” deep x 23 3/4” long x 15 1.4” tall

Load Bearing : 44lbs

Weight : 1lb 12.5oz

OneTigris Table Materials : MultiCam® 500D Cordura Nylon, 7075 Aluminum Alloy Frame
Weight : 2lbs 1oz without the side panels

Measurements : 15 3/4” deep x 23” long x 15” tall

Weight Limit : I went back through my notes on the OneTigris table and I saw nothing mentioned about a quoted weight limit from OneTigris.

Price : $70

Review Pros :

For all extensive purposes this is a good copy of the OneTigris Folding Table.

The overall quality is very good; I’ve had no issues with the table and there are no loose threads or weaknesses that I see.

If I had to pick one over the other for quality, the OneTigris would be the winner but for most uses the Sundick will be fine.

Fairly easy Setup and break down is easy – it can be a bit difficult with the pulling of the table top and connecting it to the frame.

Weight is good but it isn’t ultralight

Storage bag is of a good size - fits the table and frame easily. It is larger than the OneTigris Table.

Price isn’t bad for this table especially when you compare it to the OneTigris offering.

Offers a fairly stable platform to utilize; it does have the ridges which make it more rigid and isn't completely flat.

Review Cons :

1000D Cardula Fabric - I can’t help but wonder if this wasn’t an intentional typo made to make it sound like this table is made from Cordura Nylon. While I’m not sure what the table top and storage bag materials is for certain, it feels like a polyester to me and I would guess that it is a 500D instead of a 1000D. It just doesn’t feel right to me and in the end, there is no telling.

Name : Unfortunate Name - haha - I asked a friend of mine who lives in China what it means and she told me that it translates to sunbathing; to be out in the sun or something along those lines.

Pricing is a bit of mess on AliExpress - you have to pay attention or you could pay a good bit more.

Putting the top on the table can be a bit of a battle as it is a very tight fit. It’s not overly difficult but it might give you a moment of pushing and pulling to get it into place. Speaking of which, when I received my table, it was so tight that one corner seemed to be pulled up a bit compared to the others, it has since relaxed.

Summary :

Overall I have really enjoyed using this table and in fact, it is virtually identical to the OneTigris model. The fact that it is much less expensive is a plus as I felt the OneTigris model was very expensive. Of course, you did get Cordura materials and to be frank I have no idea what you get with this SunDick Table.

I used it for day hikes, overlanding, and for backpack trips. For backpacking purposes, it is a bit heavy unless you are willing to take this as a luxury item.

Perfect for day camps.

If you don’t want to fool around with AliExpress luckily you can find the table on eBay. It will be coming from China as well and will likely take as much time to arrive.

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Do you have any experience with SunDick, please say yes and we can all make jokes at your expense. Also it will help everyone out as well.

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Saturday, May 8, 2021

Battling the Wind Driven Dirt of Utah - Tundra Truck Camping Desert Over...


This is Part 3 of our Desert Adventure and in this episode, Susie and I head to Utah to explore the Valley of the Gods and enjoy one of the best campsites that we have ever had after going off trail to look for Petroglyphs. Then we venture up to the Mesa to camp on the edge of a cliff...

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Real Overland Review - Bluetti AC200P 2000Wh Power Station


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I've been testing this product for over many months, I've taken it across the country to Utah and New Mexico and have relied on it for countless adventures into the middle of nowhere and I have a lot to share.
 
This is a real overland review of the Bluetti AC200P 2000Wh Power Station.
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Bluetti AC200P 2000Wh/2000W Portable Power Station

Forward :
Recently I posted my road trip videos to New Mexico and Utah and I stated in one of those that I was having an issue with the AC200P and not being able to charge it via 12V DC; That issue has been solved and turns out to be an issue with my truck and not the unit itself. I’ll explain more on that in a moment but wanted to make that correction from the get go.

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Agenda Free Link : https://www.bluetti.com/products/bluetti-ac200p-2000wh-2000w-portable-power-station

Price : $2000

Weight : 60lbs

Measurements :16.5*11*15.2inch

LiFePO4 Battery Cell
Pack Capacity : 2000Wh/2000W
Lifecycles :3500+ Cycles
Shelf-Life : Charge Every 3-6 Months
Management System : 'MPPT' Charge Controller, Low Battery Protection

Warranty : 24 Months

Capacity, Capability and Surge : 2000Wh - 2000w Continous with Surge 4800W.

Ports :
17 Output Ports Meet Multiple Devices

6*AC Outlets(Pure Sine Wave) For Most Household Appliance Under 2000W Such As Blender,Vacuums,Refrigerator, Household Dryer, Steam Mops.1*DC12V/10A Constant 12V For Car Powered Devices.

2* DC 12V/3A For Led Light,Router.1*DC12V/25A For DIYer ,RV And Some Car-Powered Device With Higher Current.1*PD 60W USB-C Faster Charge For PD Type-C Devices Such As Macbook,Macbook Air/Pro And Others.

2*Wireless Charging (Max 15W),And 4*5V/3A USB-A For Smartphone,Tablet,Led Lamp And Other 5V Usb Devices.

Charging :
AC/Solar/Car/
AC Adapter (Included): 4.5
2 AC Adapters : 2 hours
Car Charger (Included): 12V/ 24V (roughly 14 hours 12v, 7 hours for 24v)

Includes : Power station, AC Adapter, Car Charging Cable, MC4 Solar Charging Cable, XT90 to Aviation plug, and user Manual

Pros :
- Impressive build quality

- excellent design

- Good screen and information presented

- Tons of ports - this is the gold standard for power stations

- Charging pads - I didn’t think I would care about this feature but it is awesome and it saves - USB ports for other devices.

- Plenty of charging options

-Incredible number of charges thanks to the battery technology. While some power stations are good for 800 charges, this one is good for thousands.

-Impressive surge levels which means that you can fire up just about any normal device and it won’t trip any of the safety systems. It will handle the serge and then the continuous draw.

-Can be charged insanely fast with two charging bricks or other combinations of charging such as AC and Solar.

- Can be charged via 12V DC charge charger

Cons :

Heavy - but it offers a ton of capacity so that is expected. I would consider how you are going to use it and decide if that is going to be an issue.

Can’t see the screen in the sun
Screen does seem a bit fragile - mess this screen up and you won’t be able to turn on the ports.

USB ports are not quick charge

Summary :

The capacity of this power station is impressive and thanks to its inverter, there isn’t much that you can’t power. Just about most items in your home could be used with this device.

The number of ports is incredible and is the standard when it comes to power stations.

If you have an off-grid site and need power which works effortlessly with solar panels, this is a very compelling option.

For overlanding use, it is a usable device but the size and weight needs to be considered. Also, I haven’t been able to charge the device with 12v DC and I have seen other YouTubers having issues as well. One may have had a fuse blown but wasn’t sure if it was the cause or not.

Speaking of overland use, I recently took this on a 4,000 mile road trip and this was more than enough power for over 10 days of use without having to charge it.
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Monday, May 3, 2021

Can They Change My Mind? - Battlbox Agenda Free Updated Review


Battlbox!
I've been vocal about subscription boxes before in the past and the question is, can Battlbox change my mind?
 
It has been a long time since I have reviewed one of their boxes and in this review, I'm sharing my Agenda Free thoughts and opinions.
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Battbox Mission 70

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