Up next TCB Ranch Ignites the Off-Road Scene Published on April 15, 2025 Author Tread Staff Tags All Axis Shoes, camp chef, Cookcraft Collection, off-road essentials, Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 Essential Gear for Every Off-Road Adventure Supplies For Life Off the Beaten Path 01. Teren Designs / Campfire Puffy 2.0 This jacket solves one of the most common issues with puffies: burn holes. The outer is made of a proprietary fire-resistant material that is also waterproof, windproof, and tear proof—pretty much all the “proofs” for the wildest adventures. MSRP $399.95 www.terendesigns.com Subscribe to our weekly newsletter 02. COAST / ZX955 Rechargeable Battery Truly a first of its kind, each ZX955 has its own USB-C charging slot, allowing these lithium ion batteries to go forever. In a world where USB-C is the new standard for charging, the ZX955 has become the new standard in rechargeable AAs. It is the most important off road essentials in adventures. MSRP $24.99 www.coastportland.com 03. Eagles Nest Outfitters / Nomad Hammock Stand This hammock stand can go anywhere your vehicle can, and farther. Its intuitive design makes setting a hammock a cinch. The stand weighs around 15 pounds, which gives it ultimate portability where there are no trees. MSRP $299.95 www.eaglesnestoutfittersinc.com 04. Camp Chef / Ponderosa Forget what you’ve seen on the Internet about smokeless; the only true smokeless stove is gas. Adjusting the flame is as easy as a turn of a knob, and setup takes seconds. With a 2-foot diameter, you’ll make sure that everyone with you stays warm. MSRP $269.99 www.campchef.com 05. L.T. Wright Knives / Cookcraft Collection The complete Cookcraft Collection features four amazing knives that are equally at home in your kitchen as they are next to the campfire. The knives in the collection include the Camp Kitchen, Traveler, Large Pouter, and the Small Pouter. All Cookcraft Collection knives feature Austrian-made AEB-L—a high carbon, stainless steel. This is the same steel that they make razor blades from. AEB-L holds a very good edge with the high carbon allowing for ease of field sharpening and help in rust prevention. MSRP $710 www.ltwrightknives.com 06. Korkers / All Axis Shoe Korkers’ All Axis Shoe was designed to be an all-in-one footwear solution that features the OmniTrax Interchangeable Sole System for customized traction on-the-fly. Built with hydrophobic materials for faster dry times, which lessen the chance of spreading invasive species, durable mono-mesh side panels keep feet cool on hot days while blocking out sediment. The internal channels allow water to flow through the shoe then out midsole ports, quickly removing excess water and weight. The combination of a covered toe and under-foot sole plate provides added protection from rocks and uneven terrain. This will be your go-to shoe in and out of the water. MSRP $129.99 www.korkers.com Read More: Off Road Essentials for Your Next Adventure Editor’s Note: A version of this article appeared in TREAD Mar/Apr 2024.
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