Top Gear and Tools for Off-Road Adventures: A Handy Guide

Woods Monkey/ Monkey Board Organizer

At just 4 inches wide and 2 inches long, the mini size of these unique organization boards from Woods Monkey feature both MOLLE slots and Tec-Loc mounting holes, so you can mount all kinds of gear. Made of lightweight and durable kydex, these boards come with edge slots that allow you to attach the boards anywhere there is MOLLE system. Monkey Boards are the perfect way to organize gear in your pocket, your bag, or your rig. Available in mini (shown), small, medium and large sizes.

MSRP: Starting at $15.00 (mini)
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UPCarParts/ LED Flashlight with Roller-Action Holder

Gone are the days of squeezing your flashlight in your armpit or even calling in backup to help illuminate under your vehicle – or anywhere else you need it. The new Chrome Vintage LED Flashlight has a roller-action holder that secures to 1-7/8-inch diameter steering columns (or your belt loop) to keep its beam exactly where you need it most. With bright white LEDs, glass lens, morse code button, and hanging loop, this flashlight is an effective solution to a universal problem.

MSRP: $30.29
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Spyderco/ Para Military® 2 Brown Micarta CPM CRU-WEAR

The iconic Para Military 2 pairs a CPM CRU-WEAR blade with classic brown canvas Micarta handle. Its full-flat-ground PlainEdge™ blade capitalizes on CRU-WEAR’s hard-earned reputation for taking and holding a superior edge while remaining tough and resilient. A four-position pocket clip and lined lanyard hole support all possible carry positions and preferences. This USA-made knife is pocket-friendly, with a closed length under 5 inches, blade length of 3.47 inches, and weight of 3.8oz.

MSRP: $290
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Garmin/ Instinct Solar Tactical Edition Watch

This rugged, reliable outdoor GPS watch is built by Garmin to meet U.S. military standard 810 for thermal, shock, and water resistance (rated to 100 meters). Designed to match the endurance of all your other off-road gear, it supports GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo navigation systems, and has a built-in three-axis compass and barometric altimeter. Sync your location with others using on-screen UTM and MGRS systems.

MSRP: $499.99
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Leatherman/ Crunch Multi-Tool

The Leatherman Crunch Multi-Tool features locking pliers that fold away. It can handle pipe up to one inch in diameter, and if you remove the adjusting screw, you’ll find a hex-bit adapter built right in. It also has five locking blades that release with the push of a button, including a serrated knife, file/large screwdriver, Philips screwdrivers, and two flat screwdrivers, hex bit driver, wire cutter and wire stripper, and bottle opener. Leatherman Crunch tools will take a bite out of any pocket-size job.

MSRP: $119.95
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Havalon/ Evolve Multitool

The Havalon Evolve was created with one thing in mind: to create a more efficient outdoor experience. No longer will we have to go into the woods with an entire toolbox full of items in our packs. The Evolve features just the tools needed in the woods: a knife (Havalon Piranta Quik-Change fitment), replaceable saw, fixed gut hook, pliers/wire cutters/strippers, and a universal bit driver. Also comes with a flathead/Phillips reversible bit and the room to store two more 1/4-inch bits.

MSRP: $79.99
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