Up next Built in the Driveway: Amy Lambert’s 2021 Jeep Wrangler Published on September 24, 2026 Author Tread Staff Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 Essential Gear for Camping, Hiking and Overlanding AS SEEN IN OUR NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2026 ISSUE – Buy Now! Supplies for Life Off the Beaten Path NOCO Boost X Jump Starter GBX155 The NOCO Boost X jump starter features the brand’s latest PX lithium technology that delivers incredible power, ultra-fast charging, and unmatched versatility. The starter is compact with an ultra-safe, mistake-proof design, spark-proof technology, and reverse polarity protection that allows you to safely connect to any battery. Plus, Boost X jump starters offer more than safe starts. They are also equipped with a high-lumen LED flashlight with various brightness modes, SOS, and an emergency strobe—handy to have as a roadside or road trip tool. NOCO Boost X jump starter options are available in several sizes. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter for FREE MSRP: $369.95 Summitracing.com BearVault BV475-Trek The BV475-Trek hits the sweet spot for hikers who want more food storage and a great pack fit. Ideal for solo thru-hikers, weekend warriors, and small-group adventures, it keeps bears and critters at bay and keeps your food always within reach. MSRP: $94.99 Bearvault.com 3.5-Gallon RinseKit PRO Portable Shower The 3.5-gallon PRO is RinseKit’s first battery-pressurized model, boasting a consistent, high-pressure spray. The battery pressurization is not only strong but also makes the PRO easy to use—simply pour water in the top fill cap, press the power button, and spray! The PRO is perfect for avid surfers, campers, bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts who want more capacity plus the consistency, strength, and convenience of battery-powered pressurization. MSRP: $189.95 Rinsekit.com AeroPress Manual Coffee Grinder This is the most compact, high-performance manual grinder available. It features a slim, durable all-metal build with Italian-made burrs, 60+ adjustable grind settings, and a long, low-resistance hand crank. Fits in an AeroPress (handle and all). MSRP: $199.95 Aeropress.com Backseat Bivy Make the most of your vehicle’s space with the original Backseat Bivy—it spans the width of your car and bridges the gap between the front seats and folded-down rear seats so you can sleep easily. MSRP: $142.00 Backseatbivy.com
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