Hammerhead micro-camper packs velvety luxury in a battle-ready shell

One of the more interesting teardrop-sized off-road camping trailers to make its way across our computer screen in recent years, the Goliath G-47 is a towable juxtaposition that pairs one of the hardest-wearing exteriors out there with a cozy living co… Continue reading Hammerhead micro-camper packs velvety luxury in a battle-ready shell

The $1-million camper van: Two stories of self-sufficient ostentation

The new Vanyx camper van looks to combine off-grid capability and luxury living like no other Class B camper before it

Yep, that’s a big head. But there’s a method to the Franken-headed madness – the cartoonishly massive roof on the new Vanyx camper van is a habitat in itself, splitting the van into separate floors for sleeping and daytime living. The new all-German camper looks to bring an unprecedented level of land yacht luxury to the Class B segment while still offering enough hard-nosed grit and self-sufficient supply to handle extended treks off road and grid. Ingenious creation or proof the overland-glamping market has finally pushed its luck too far?

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Brilliantly overbuilt panoramic pod camper creeps out of the Outback

On The Move’s Crossfire was once just a basic hybrid caravan in a robust lineup of similarly styled trailers. But this year, the company has revived the nameplate into a unique towable panorama that rivals the new Kimberley Kube in sleek, stylish, wood… Continue reading Brilliantly overbuilt panoramic pod camper creeps out of the Outback

Sub-$10K Toyota pickup camper blows out cabin space with serious flare

One of the names we haven’t yet looked at in the fast-expanding pickup camping topper segment, California’s Topo Toppers has been on the market for three years with models bearing fun names like “Badlander” and “Mesa.” Its latest topper debuts as its r… Continue reading Sub-$10K Toyota pickup camper blows out cabin space with serious flare

Novel 2-chain bike aims at rock-solid ride and rugged redundancy

Chicago-based nonprofit World Bicycle Relief (WBR) doesn’t distribute just any type of bicycle – it distributes bicycles meant to navigate the unimproved roads and rough terrain of developing nations, empowering populations to access healthcare, educat… Continue reading Novel 2-chain bike aims at rock-solid ride and rugged redundancy

Striking panoramic Kube teardrop bushwhack-camps the American outback

When Kimberley Kampers first presented its ultramodern all-terrain-ready Kube camper trailer, it didn’t mention whether its newest model would make it over to the United States. And while the company’s US arm didn’t have one to show at this year’s Over… Continue reading Striking panoramic Kube teardrop bushwhack-camps the American outback

Dual-battery fatbike enables full-squish wild riding for 160 miles

Moto-inspired ebikes are a popular choice among adventurous types looking for something a little different than the average commuter. Budget bike maker Engwe has updated its M20 model “to enhance performance, comfort and safety” – with a 160-mile dual … Continue reading Dual-battery fatbike enables full-squish wild riding for 160 miles

Featherlight Toyota-top camper streamlines overland RV adventure

Setting out to build the “ultimate ultralight” 4×4 camper for all seasons and all terrains, Canada’s Tufport has outdone itself with a sleek, wood-free composite camper that ranks among the lightest available. The rugged new Overlander fits the full sp… Continue reading Featherlight Toyota-top camper streamlines overland RV adventure

$1,100 low-step fat-tire ebike opens more routes to more riders

San Fran’s CyCrown is looking to get more folks riding with a low-step fat-tire ebike that rolls with a 1,000-W motor for Class 3 riding in the city plus a 60-mile battery for heading into the wild. But perhaps the most attractive feature is the relati… Continue reading $1,100 low-step fat-tire ebike opens more routes to more riders

Full-suspension e-trike takes you through the city and into the wild

California-based Addmotor has unveiled a new member of its Grandtan electric trike range. The Grandtan X is built for stable, motor-assisted city jaunts or for venturing into the rough, with suspension front and back and fat tires helping to absorb the… Continue reading Full-suspension e-trike takes you through the city and into the wild