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Gear We Use And Trust

We believe in being completely transparent about the products we use.

 

All of the gear below has been tested in real travel conditions, and many of these brands are partners we proudly work with.

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Caravan & Touring Setup

Goldstream RV
Utemaster
Cooper Tyres

Goldstream RV

Australian-made caravans built for real off-road travel. Our Goldstream CPX is our home on the road and has proven itself time and time again.

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Utemaster

Heavy-duty ute canopies and storage solutions built for serious touring and work use.

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Cooper Tyres

Reliable on and off-road tyres we trust for long distances and changing conditions.

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ROH Wheels

ROH Wheels

Strong, purpose-built alloy wheels designed for Australian touring and off-road use.

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4WD Storage & Accessories

MSA 4x4
Grab Me Gear

MSA 4x4

Well-designed 4WD accessories and drawer systems that keep our setup organised and functional.

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Grab Me Gear

Purpose-built camping and storage gear designed to keep everything organised and accessible on the road.

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Camping & Outdoor

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Stratus Outdoors
Grounded Drops Coffee

Tiegear

Quick, secure tie-downs that make setting up and packing down camp easier.

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Stratus Outdoors

Stratus Outdoors. Protect the Adventure.
 

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Grounded Drops

Fresh, premium coffee wherever we are. Making great coffee simple in remote places.

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Power & Off-Grid

PROJECTA

Trusted power and charging systems that keep us running while travelling off-grid.

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CUTTING THROUGH THE NOISE TO SHARE THE GEAR WE ACTUALLY USE

When we first started exploring Australia, it often felt like the 4WD and camping world was full of ‘must-have’ gear lists.

Over time we realised that what matters most is reliable gear, simple setups, and equipment you can trust when you're a long way from town.

Everything on this page is gear we genuinely use while travelling full time around Australia. Some of these brands we partner with, others we simply trust because they’ve proven themselves on the road.


Allan & Jess
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Top 15 Caravan Essentials for Traveling Australia

Wondering what you actually need for a successful caravan trip around Australia?

These are the practical caravan essentials we rely on for comfort, safety, and convenience while traveling the outback, coastal routes, and everything in between. Whether you’re preparing for the Big Lap, heading off-grid, or planning your next camping adventure, this list has you covered.

The Start of the Build

This is where the D-Max transformation truly began. From upgrading the tyres and wheels to strengthening the foundations of the setup, this stage set the tone for everything that followed in the build.

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Honest Reviews From The Road

We only recommend products we genuinely use and trust. Every piece of gear here has been tested in real conditions across thousands of kilometres.

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