16 MUST KNOW Camping Hacks from Expert Overlanders

Here are some tried and true camping hacks that we've field tested over the years of camping, backpacking, overlanding, and offroading. Learn from me and my friends which products have multiple uses, little tricks we've picked up, and even how to reuse items to help with your gear storage.

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00:00 Intro
09:16 Vehicle TPMS Hack
20:33 Apple Notes Hack
23:25: Hacks from my Patreon Supporters

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[PROXIMO]

i leave the plastic on the roll of paper towels, open it right at the core, pull the core out and pull towels out of the middle like kleenex as needed. water and dust resistant. it won't unroll either...

[ericdanielson]

Instead of the leaf blower, get the right tool attachment for your onboard air system to use in blowing out dust. Way smaller and lighter.

[IdiocracySpace]

A must along with wet wipes - are basic SPRAY BOTTLES. For a Rubicon trip I just grabbed 3 that I use for installing vinyl/ppf: water, water/soap, water/alcohol and our group loved to use them to clean hands for every meal and trail fixes. No wipes to throw away plus they lasted several days half full. Pro tip: Water with alcohol was the best all around use. Cleans oil and disinfects with no soap residue or need to rinse.

[aterritorian]

ID retractable cable guide/control hack is probably the best of the list

[TunLuv]

Long time fan, respect the tenacity and courage to go for it full time. Miss the OG content with Chris and the gang and connected because you guys were just being regular dudes exploring and sharing the experience. Try not to become the boring grind you stepped away from. Cheers!

[VictorVlogsPDX]

The rechargeable air duster is a game changer. We got one and used for the first time on our recent Utah trip. And any of you who have been to Utah already know. It was so nice to blow off the spare, trashbag, tailgate before opening it. Def recommend if your kit can accommodate it.

[MissouriAdventures]

Great video Will. We love using dryer lint as a fire starter. It doesn’t need to be stuck in a tp tube. We just stick it in an egg carton. Pull them out one egg size wad at a time, and it’s all you need to get dry wood going.

[ICYUNVM]

I have the Ryobi lawn care quick change system.

I keep the blower and pole saw attachments with me. Works great

[KenSaylor]

You are my first overlanding video I saw a year and more ago. The first item I saw you review was was the Alpine dish scrubber scraper. I bought multiple for my rig and the house. Best purchase ever. Thank you for the reviews you do.

[crazyidahoguy]

Will, love the videos but, gear you are sponsored by to use as a hack? No hatchet? Teach kids how to be safe with a hatchet. You don't use a knife as a hammer, you can use your hatchet as a much better hammer.

[UpstateMaveric]

We’ve been rocking that check list hack for years! So awesome !

[leemen]

Nice to see Freys on the side!! We will try the dryer lint trick on our trip to expo pnw.

[DocWrangler]

Such a great video! Always fun to do these videos with you!

[toddshook]

Great tip from everyone. I know space and weight is premium in a rig but I drive propane tanker and have a 1 gallon shop vac I keep in my truck sleeper to vacuum my mattress or floor instead of blowing out with air hose.
I like idea of fan when cooking to keep odors from tent and rig but really help when dicing onions; blows fumes from face and don’t cry.

[donnapablos]

Thank you. Will all great ideas. Don and Donna

[sunshineprogamer]

The Claymore fan also helps to have flies away from your cooking/eating area, and at night it also keeps mosquitos away, can't recommend enough!!

[GlennThomas]

Coffee Pro Tip: Order yourself a high end hand grinder. I'm in the US, but there is a UK based company called Knock. Hands down best camp/roadtrip/travel grinder. Fresh ground is key for coffee people!

[Outforajoyride]

Dryer lint in a paper egg carton, then drizzle your old scented wax melts on over it. Breaks down small and burns forever. KA-Bar knives!! Battle tested, field tested and Marine approved. The only knives to carry. If you carry eggs with you and have broken them in your cooler…..crack them in a mason jar. Less room and dang near unbreakable. Love the Van Halen theme wrap on the the gladdy.

[tinabeane]

Really good tips, some things I've not heard of before. Thanks subbed.

[sandp.]

These are all great tips and I use some already. A cordless fan is a game changer big time. Here are some more: I have a strong all metal rake that is about 7 inches wide with a shortish handle. I got it for 6 bucks at a hardware store. To be able to make a campsite free of thorns, pinecones/ sap, etc, really makes a huge difference. And I rake when I leave as well. A spray bottle with a mint oil/ water mix, to repel rodents, which can cause huge damage if they chew wires. I spray my tires, the ground and my engine every night and am very careful with food storage. Also mousetraps, which I am reluctant to mention and am not fond of using. But I have had rodent issues and the damage they can cause is real. It amazes me how fast they seem to be able to get in. I have had them the first night I camp. Lastly the fold up camp tables are fantastic. I use the Colemans as they are pretty reasonable. Because the legs are metal, critters cant crawl up them so I keep all my food on them and not in my Jeep. I am also a desert camper so there are no bears I need to worry about. Last thing, I have an assortment of clamps. Regular size pony clamps + smaller sizes. Lots of uses.