The Overland Tax

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[BAcHIGU_]

I think everyone should not take the youtubers that "overland" too serious when they are telling you that you absolutely need a certain product. You can get out there with less than half these youtube sellers are saying you need. Do the research get quality where is matters! For example you don't need a catalytic guard to go out in the woods, if someone wants it they will take it.

[stevetritle]

AWD Nissan Rogue is all I got! Father’s Day family tent, Coleman propane stove, 2nd hand store pots and pans! Fun had every time! Before that was minivan and harbor freight trailer.

[augtsu]

I have used The Overland Tax thinking since my Boy Scout days when it comes to dehydrated food for back camping (now Overlanding). Example: 5 min oatmeal, Uncle Bens Wild Rice, Pasta, cereal, hot chocolate mix, ramen noodles are all dehydrated foods that don't cost OutDoor Store prices. During the California fires a few years ago (and occasional earthquakes) many news stations talks about having a bug-out bag. My jeep is a bug-out vehicle, only have to grab the box with all the important papers. Thanks for sharing.

[TheBeatenPaths]

I've been "overlanding" since 1980 at 10 years old with my father and still doing it today. If you want to call camping out of the back of your truck for days at a time in the middle of nowhere. I think you guys are all crazy for buying any of this stuff. These companies aren't in the overlanding business, they're in the marketing business.

[WhiteCavendish]

Hey Michael! Good to hear from you! 16340 here. I'm out on the shore of a frozen lake in Alberta with my ghetto overland rig. I gotta say, I hear what you're saying, although I think there is sometimes a case of "overland tax." Either way, though, I actually appreciate the companies doing specialized overland gear, because even though I could never afford to buy most of it, I get all kinds of ideas to do the DIY/ghetto/bargain basement version, and it usually ends up being that much better from seeing the high dollar version. Cheers!

[ChristopherHarris]

Awesome video as always Michael. Adventure is necessary and exploring is what keeps history alive.

[crazy-eyewoodguy]

The "Overland tax" to me is simple. If you believe you are being taxed don't buy it. I bought the partner camp stove. That was a tough pill to swallow but now that I have it and the pain of the wallet is over....it's a joy to use and makes my trips that much more enjoyable. 5-10-15 years from now I won't remember how I struggled to spend the cash. Only the great times with my grand children out in the woods. Like you said people need to quit being Jealous of what other folks have and just say nice rig!

[doubled]

“Why is that lens so expensive?” “Well that’s none of your business.”😂… Great vid Michael.

[robthewaywardwoodworker]

Great video, Michael. I have to live vicariously through you and your intrepid followers. No time or funds to have fun. So keep the adventures coming on YouTube!

[oferbruhis]

I miss you Michael. Hope to see you in Mojave next month. Stay safe mate!!!

[camiloverland]

Cool video! Definetly a very "spicy" topic to talk about. This short videos are your best in my opinion, straight to the point, some good jokes and often pure humilty. Thanks

[ailox]

I get a laugh when I read people losing thier minds over the cost of an expedition trailer; "hell, I could make that myself for 1/16th of that price!". My answer, 'fine, go ahead!' I have an aussie made camper trailer I bought used and even then it wasn't cheap. But there is zero chance I could have made it half as good for even twice what I paid for it (and I have plenty of experience building expedition trucks). Is there a 'tax'? Sometimes. But in the vast majority of situations you are getting what you paid for. Cheers from over here!

[jackwalsh]

Earth to Mikey! Earth to Mikey! "Sam Walton" would be envious of your Salesman Prowess.. Over and Cheers, Mate.

[JamesSmith-SC]

Right on the money, Michael. Thank you as always. Cheers, J

[ZacCostilla]

Great video and great perspective. Only wish we got these more frequently on YouTube.

[davidzimmer]

Good video Michael. You know how I feel about cost. DIY will keep it down.

[KL]

This is a perfect reality check. Love all the videos.

[bryanjohnson]

Good talk. Yes, I've come to realize that a lot of the specialized off road gear is made by the smaller businesses. I forget the exact science from business school 20 years ago, but something to do with economies of scale and basically mass production lowers cost. These small businesses don't have that advantage. So I hate the fact I have to spend $200 for a small metal step or $2, 000 for a gear rack or lightbar, some business had to take the time to engineer it, make it, store it, etc... And glad they are.

[OntarioBearHunter]

Did the numbers, bought a Honda Talon and adapted my tent trailer for less than it would cost to do up my Jeep or Ram to the same capability.
* FYI, we're in Canada, so add 30 percent for the northern peso and 30 more for no market, thats why its so expensive in Canada *

[davidliebmann]

That market segmentation piece is real talk.