How To Start Overlanding On A Budget
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The main point I’ve learned from the past year is if you have 4WD with A/Ts, you can overland. Go out on a trip with minimal gear and make a list as you go on what you wish you had & what you don’t need. I’ve overlanded in both a truck (04 Colorado) & SUV (04 Jeep WJ). Doesn’t matter what you drive, the goal is the same. I’ve gone down tons of trails and didn’t need a lift, didn’t need lockers or a rooftop tent. Remember, you’re just camping out of your vehicle.
Destination, Shelter, Storage, Recovery, Weight & Practicality are some of he keys you should consider when building your rig. Most people will do just fine with a 2” lift & 31” A/T tires. Build your rig around what you will encounter on the trip. Don’t lift your rig 6” & 35” M/Ts just to go down a dirt road to get to a fishing spot when stock will get you there
Budget “overlanding” is where it’s at for me. Love seeing cool builds but my Tacoma needs to be a versatile truck and daily driver, won’t be adding thousands of dollars and hundreds of pounds of gear to my truck.
Some stuff i have. I have my dads old camp cooker, he got me an electric fridge last christmas, and a few other things. Got a sleeping bag, got an inflatable matress, got a tent,got fishing rod ect. Got basic camping stuff
The bamboo table is my favorite! Heavier than I’d like, but so solid!
Yeah, I thought it’d be lighter. But for $99 you can’t go wrong.
Awesome video! All this for about the cost of a Dometic Fridge. I’d love to get into overlanding, but the wife has sticker shock... problem is it’s my showing her how much it CAN cost, then I throw in less expensive options like you have provided in this video.
these days price of a yeti id recommend a fridge(Much cheaper these days). i have both an rtic and a fridge. i just use the rtic for drinks now bc they can get wet and wont matter.
I came across a guy on trail that was stuck. He had a rooftop tent, light bars, ditch lights, chase lights, a drawer system in the back with a fridge, solar mounted to the roof, mounted Rotopax, and...no recovery gear. Luckily I got him out without much trouble. I'm a newbie myself, but it only made sense for me to invest first in the ability to get home safe. Everything else is a luxury.
I'm buying the fun stuff too, but priorities gotta be in order. Also debt doesn't line up with the adventure lifestyle, so no rush for any gear. If I can't buy it twice, I can't afford it yet.
Any rotomolded cooler(like yeti) with 1 block of dry ice and 1 small bag of ice poured on top will last a week! Fridges are nice bc your stuff doesnt get wet.
Beautiful shot but I don't know if I like the video. Overlanding is not really that expensive is you choose to keep it that way. You need basic cooking gear, basic camping gear and a vehicle that can overland. The vehicle does not even need to be an offroader (certainly easier from time to time in one) necessarily. You can plan your route to accommodate the vehicle. You need essentials though like supplies if you are stranded or vehicle troubles. You can sleep in your car or a tent. I used backpacking supplies (tent, sleeping bag and pad, and pocket gas stove) for years. Only more recently did I build a pull out kitchen in my Forester for overlanding and it only cost a few hundred bucks. You should invest in a good cooler but you can always find gas stations to buy ice from.
I like to relate overland to Basketball. Hear me out, I can play a quick one-on-one game with my brother in the backyard and we’re still playing basketball. Or I can work my tail off for a shot at the NBA, which is still basketball. Overland, in my opinion, is the same way. Can you play basketball by tossing a ball at a literal basket on the side of a wall? Yes. I am not saying in this video that this is the only way to overland. I do have to disagree with you on vehicle selection. Overland is sustained off-road travel. A civic is not the right vehicle for that.
The way I see a RTT is if im traveling and would have to spend a couple nights in a hotel or something along the way then I can save $200/night sleeping in my RTT. It'll pay for itself in a few years. And when out in the woods I feel a hell of alot better 6' off the ground
Your vids are great and so informative! I’ll be following you because I just got a 2020 JLU Rubi and want to start the overland thing. I have an 80 lb. dog that’s my copilot so rooftop tent is out. I plan to take out the back seats, build a platform with storage, and get a Deep Sleep air mattress. But I also want a fridge. Can’t wait to see more of your build!
+dakine215 awesome! Thanks for following along!
Man, just direct to the point no talking extra crap. Awesome video!
I use dry ice in my yeti. It lasts a long time and nothing gets wet. Just fill in empty space in your cooler with towels or some such.
Not the cheapest option but I find the 10L Septer container easier to pack in a small vehicle than those larger cubes. Before that I just filled up about 10 Nalgene bottles and was good for a weekend. Also not every rig needs a cooler or fridge. I rarely bring either but instead use it as a challenge for meal planning.
Great video, loved the intro. We're hoping to go out Jeep camping this weekend for the first time compared to our usual RV travel. Appreciate the tips, cheers!😃🍁
My budget fails at even buying the Jeep part of this.
I have an old VW bus but man a jeep with a pop top would actually be so much more practical and useful haha
lal5555f seriously wtf Is that shit even for
100% Agree man, don’t cheap out on the recovery gear. Solid video bro.
UrbanArmed I was looking at cheaper folding traction boards. Bad idea?
Great content. Let’s just get out there without having to impress everyone on Instagram!
Do I have to have a Patagonia jacket to overland? all my jackets are
😂🤣😂🤣😂
I got a Dickies jacket….
Great video!!! Any chance you can do the "Planning your first overland trip when you live in a boring state like Illinois"
Haha, good idea... I can show some tips on how I research locations.
Camp chef always has quality for the price!
Great video my man. I like your mentality you have. Everyone is different but most don't need the fancy tents and expensive gear to get out and explore. Its time that old school overlanding comes back. lets simplify and get back to the basics. Good content as always. would love to do a collaboration sometime.
i like the tote, simple, light, can be taken out. I hate these 10,000 lb rigs built by OCD Jeepers. Think "backpack" make it simple and light. You make a lot of sense.
I'm curious as to how you sleep inside your Jeep with all your gear. This is the problem that I have. Once the Jeep is loaded there is no room to sleep. This is why I'm considering a roof top tent. But then the problem is RTTs are so expensive it's hard to give up my reliable ground tent.
+Desert Rat the problem is that I have to pull all the gear out. It isn’t ideal, but it’s budget friendly. A Roof Top Tent is definitely in my future. There really isn’t any way around that or a ground tent when looking at sustainable long term travel.
The trick is have everything in weatherproof boxes so you can keep them outside of the rig overnight. The boxes can double as table/work surfaces and even seating if they are sturdy enough.
“I am not getting paid to say that.....long pause.........but if they would like to Email is below” hahahahaha Great Stuff!!
May 2021. Thank you!
Great video as always Justin! If you're looking for budget overlanding, my channel falls into this category, haha. I'm super cheap. You're right though that certain gear is worth spending a bit more on. Keep it up!
Thanks for the deepsleep4jeeps tip!
Overlanding on a budget in a 50k vehicle isn't a good start. Good tips but some good rigs to start with are XJ's, 3rd gen 4R, Xterras. Also don't go for a Yeti if your on a budget.
Did you watch the video? Lol. I acknowledge that a Yeti is expensive. And I also say that the JL is not intended to be a budget vehicle, nor will it stay a budget vehicle.
@@JustinBMcBride Im just giving some suggestions not bashing you.
+Adventr-X Overland aight. You know, I just can’t tell anymore. Off-road and camping has become a topic where everyone is an expert and they all like to be heard. Thanks for your input!
@@JustinBMcBride Yeah and it seems like a lot of the influencers keep saying you need a brand new 4R or Taco to overland a long with amass of ARB stuff. It's equally as bad in the offroad scene where you're told you can't wheel unless you're on 35" tires as a min. and have King shocks.
@@ArtofHunter Off roading and overland is the same thing
Step 1 for budget build, $60,000 Jeep lol
I have those tubs 🙌
Sweeeeeet! Another J McBride video!! Man cave with coffee and a cigar here I come
Such a GOOD video!!!! Keep killing it brother!!
Some solid recommendations. Great video!
4wheeling and camping! Great fun!!
+grady Buddington just a good time!
Love the music and your videos man!
Are y'all all able to still go out camping during quarantine? Are some states harder to camp in than others? Is there public land that is still open? I'm looking near Illinois and Missouri! Thanks for the help!
Nice to see someone visiting lone rock. Love the west desert...
+Brandon Pettit it’s kind of my default for when I need an outside video but don’t have the time to camp.
Justin B. McBride yeah I spent a lot of time there in years past. Keep up the good work pal...
It would be awesome to see how you would connect with someone when youre suck out in the country alone. CB, HAM? entry level into overlanding.
Just subscribed love the channel just getting in to this doing a jeep Cherokee build 01. Thanks can't wait for more to come
Good video, just work on your videography.... you kept pointing the camera into the sun. It was hard to see the items you were talking about.
+Daniel Cantu agreed. This was a tough one for the time of day and the weather. I was freezing making this and by the time I got out there the sun was lower than I would’ve liked. But we work with what we have.
Fun video Justin. We all do get caught up in the “industry” and all the shiny toys. I’m no different. Some things I have taken longer to get as I wanted to do it right. Like my roof rack! other things, I’ll get something more budget friendly with good reviews and see how it goes. Are you coming to the BCOR in June?
what is overlanding?
How can it be budget over landing with a $60,000 Jeep. Maybe try an XJ next time...,
+Dana Jones yes I drive a new JL - but the gear I talked about really isn’t vehicle specific. And like I said at the end of the video, it is not my goal to keep a budget Overland setup as I will be building the Jeep into a pick up and go Overland build.
I thought the exact same thing. Especially since I have an XJ in my garage worth $600. Is a new Jeep worth $54k more?
Bro....wtf your video skills are amazing how the hell do you only have 3k subs. I thought youd have like 150k at least
Haha! Wouldn’t that be nice? Maybe one day!
Id go a double swag with an air matress.
Nice job bud, agree with all you said my man! 👍👊
I don’t think very many people understand what a budget is. A budget can be large or small that can include expensive items for a large budget, or inexpensive items for a small budget. It depends on each person’s situation. A budget doesn’t mean being minimalist or getting cheap gear.
Great point! 👏🏻
What mount do you use for the maxtrax?
Seeking help to all fellow Jeep owners. Just picked up a 2020 Rubicon and last night for fun tried to get it out of 2H. The shifter was so hard to change gears to where it literally seemed stuck in place and I had to force it out of 2H. Is this normal for all new jeeps or should I look into taking it to service. thank you 🙏🏽
Gelo710 You paid a premium for that new warranty - I say use it and get it checked out professionally.
Nah just put it in N and give it a tug!... If it doesn't then yes take it in for a check up.
You can drive down the road at 45 and shift into 4High. 4 low is different, you need to be stopped and transmission in N to shift to 4low safely for your Tcase
+Gelo710 Whoa! I had this issue on my JL. I just had to learn the sweet spot for 4-hi. It isn’t at the “knuckle”. I’m actually about to take mine in again to have it looked at.
Budget, dont buy a 30k plus new Fiat Jeep. Buy a $3000 Cherokee, grand Cherokee, 4runner, etc. Spend $1k in maintenance. Then GO!
I agree on all the other tips. Avoid the overland consumerism gear porn. Its about the journey not the gear.
Dude your videos are amazing!
+jason rae I really appreciate it. If only I could keep a consistent schedule.
Nice video, keep them coming 👍
You don’t HAVE to drop some coin to overland check out LLOD video on his budget overland trip
Where have you been! Good video bro! Keep it up! 👏
+cowboy Herrera I was busy. Don’t worry. More stuff is on the way!
It's not expensive. We see people all over the country in a car, van and on motorcycles out doing and enjoying the same places we explore. We saw an Earthroomer come out of a primitive campsite at Big Bend in Texas and I know they didn't have a better time than us in our RTT. Yes, we bit the bullet and bought an expensive tent compared to regular ground tents, but a pop up Gazell will work just fine for a lot less money. Yes, you can find plenty accessories for overlanding, but basic needs will do just fine. The key is to start! Our story: www.myexplorenow.com
Budget video from someone who got a brand new JL?? Haha lol. Usually if someone can afford that, they aren’t the type that needs to keep budget in mind. Just saying.
Overlanding on a budget: buys new Jeep
so let me get this right, the first thing ypu gotta get is a good table......
Justin, I like you man but the first thing you need to slow down is with your rig itself. A diesel JL (I think I hear the engine) is what, 60k?
Where is this spot at ?
+Subaroo West Utah
Cooler, hot plate, sleeping bag, pillow, toilet paper, food, water
+A D Getting into the hobby shouldn’t require a ton of money. Investing in the hobby is a different story.
My friend say your look like me 😁
Overlanding= camping in the boonies with a 4wd. K.I.S.S.
+slackr 69 I agree to a point. Extended off-road car camping sounds more appropriate to me.
budget is a relative word... That jeep is $50k.
Did I say buy a Jeep JL? No. I talked about the gear I carry to help others get started.
Over landing on a budget. Start with a $50k Rubicon. LoL
+empty pockets looks like you missed the point of the video. And that I admit at the end of the video that the Jeep isn’t budget and it won’t stay budget.
Overlanding is not expensive I’d you don’t want to make it that way. RUclipsrs just continue to show off expensive stuff and make sit look like it’s all you can use. Nice vid though
+foxxmufasa I think any hobby can become expensive. I think golf is a good parallel to Overland in gear and time spent doing it. With just a few bucks anybody can play golf, but to really compete and play long term it costs more. Same story with Overland. If you do more than one night trips a couple times a month it is definitely worth investing in the gear that will survive that abuse. But if it’s a casual once or twice a summer type hobby then don’t go nuts, because it isn’t worth it.
I just look in the mirror and tell myself "at least it's not drugs". Yeah.
budget overland but has $40k Jeep
That's an expensive budget. If you want to go overlanding on a cheaper budget, take a greyhound and buy a kick scooter.
Come-on bud... this is simply a promo of stuff you've bought. There are far better "budget" options out there. For example, Coleman sells a roll up aluminum table for $40... and the industry standard propane Coleman Classic stove for the same price. you spent $100 on a table... and roughly $150 on a stove... get out of here... not even going to watch the rest of this video... has literally nothing to do with "budget overlanding"
PaulHD_ CYC excited to see your video! I just peeped your channel and was sad I didn’t see any content. Let me know when your version of a budget overland video drops. I’ll share it on my stuff. 👍🏻
Should be renamed “Camping stuff you can afford after spending $50k on your Jeep”
You must’ve missed the part where I talked about how the Jeep doesn’t count as budget.
Justin B. McBride oh no I got it. I’m just saying those will be the only things I can afford if i spend $50k on a Jeep.
TheJS412 haha - I hear ya!