Our weekly rundown on the latest in the outdoor adventure lifestyle
Smartphone Photography: Viewfinder
If we flashback to the inaugural Viewfinder, we took the position that the best camera for any shot is the one in your hand. And that, my friends, is usually our smartphone, and we refer to them as “smart” for good reason, especially when it comes to photography. In addition to operating as a mobile computer, running countless apps, and guiding us with exacting precision through city streets or remote deserts, the functionality of their built-in cameras is mindboggling.
Yamaha introduces their latest machine, the 2022 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS XT-R. Released as a part of Yamaha’s Pure Sport line of side-by-sides, the Yamaha XT-R is packed full of features that allow you explore tight trails, even ones that would be ordinarily difficult to traverse. The XT-R comes with a range of stylish, high-spec components including advanced Fox dual spring suspension, beadlock rims wrapped in Yamaha exclusive Maxxis Carnage tires, and upgraded underbody protection, which come standard.
Has a cross-country camping adventure been occupying your bucket list? For many, a coast-to-coast trip is a lifelong goal. If you’ve been daydreaming about finally taking that dream trip across the nation, we’ve got tips! For any beginner, tent camping can seem like a daunting challenge. If you’re looking to jump in with both feet and immerse yourself in the outdoors, check out our list of helpful tips.
Camp Kitchen Gift Guide: Hike to the Holidays 2022
Upgrades, innovations, and cool new gadgets: these are the keys to building the ideal overland kitchen. In this gift guide, we’re bringing out the good old tried and trues, budget-friendly stocking stuffers that pack a punch, and serious tech to take your chef to the next level. It’s all here in the 2022 Camp Kitchen Gift Guide!
Hey, overlanders: remember when we featured the Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform last month? Well, this month, we’re going to talk about the next evolution in roof top storage – the Backbone of any overland system. When it comes to roof top storage, we want solutions that work for us. It’s not about “making it work,” but rather investing in gear and accessories that actually make travel packing easier and more efficient. The product that makes that happen? The Rhino Rack Backbone.
Aggressive Off-Road Tires: Toyo Open Country R/T Trail Review
Let us introduce you to the Toyo Open Country R/T Trail. This new rugged-terrain tire slots directly between the Toyo R/T and Toyo A/T III. The R/T Trail is directly aimed at off-road tire buyers that want the looks of a mud-terrain with the on-road manners of an all-terrain, and don’t need a three peak mountain snowflake (3PMS) rating. Toyo’s top selling tires are the Open Country light-truck and SUV lineup. Currently that is the A/T III, R/T, and M/T.
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