Best gear by use case
Best gear for Van Life & Overland
Living out of a rig for a week or a season demands gear that packs small, cleans easy, and does double duty from the tailgate to the trail.
Stoves
BRS
BRS-3000T
An ultralight upright canister stove with a titanium body, three thin folding pot supports, and a wire valve for flame control. No igniter.
Camp Chef
Camp Chef Everest 2X
The Camp Chef Everest 2X is the best stove we have tested due to the large cooking surface, a nearly seamless windscreen, and excellent simmer performance. It delivers an impressive 20,000 BTUs per burner, which allows boiling large pots of water or cooking with large pans, even when breezy.
Firebox Stove
Firebox Nano
Wood-burning packable stove. No fuel to carry when country and rules allow open flame.
Gas ONE
Gas One GS-3400P
The Gas One GS-3400P is not only a great deal, but it's also one of the most versatile stoves in our lineup. It runs on propane or butane with great simmer control, and is lightweight with super fast setup.
Sleep Systems
Coleman
Coleman Fleece Lined
A budget-friendly sleeping bag, perfect for car camping or short backpacking trips where weight isn't an issue.
Enlightened Equipment
Enlightened Equipment Convert Quilt
An ultralight and customizable quilt, ideal for backpackers looking for comfort and weight efficiency.
Micklagaard
Jacket Kebne — Lady
Women's cut of the popular Kebne wool hunting jacket. Foam-quilted lining, reindeer-leather-trimmed pockets, detachable hood — built for grim-weather hunting and snowmobile riding.
NEMO Equipment
Nemo Disco 15
A warm down sleeping bag designed for side sleepers, ideal for backpacking and car camping.
NEMO Equipment
Nemo Tempo 20
A synthetic sleeping bag suitable for water-based trips, offering quick drying and great side-sleeper benefits.
Jackets
Pants
Micklagaard
Knickers
Description: Durable, adjustable and light wool knickers with high waistband and thin lining. These semi-short pants are very agile and functional in your outdoor adventures during the warmer months. Features: High waistband with reindeer leather strings for adjustment of your wa…
Micklagaard
Pants Hamra Basic
Description: Durable, high quality wool pants without lining. Designed for use all-year-round. Popular among hunters, hikers, campers and anyone else with an active lifestyle. Comfortable, breathable and almost entirely wind- and waterproof. Features: Without lining. High waistba…
Micklagaard
Pants Hamra Basic Liner
Description: Durable high quality wool pants. Designed to keep you warm and dry in any weather without sacrificing freedom of movement. Perfect for hunting, hiking, fishing and camping and other situations that require agility and protection from the elements. Features: Pockets a…
Micklagaard
Pants Hamra Pro Adjustable
Description: The best fitting pants we have to offer. With adjustment strings in your waistline, dedicated suspender buttons and ankle zippers, these pants offer next level comfort for any outdoor activity. Made of the same extremely durable wool fabric as all our other clothes. …
Micklagaard
Pants Hamra Professional
Description: Durable and silent wool hunting pants. - Reinforced with double layers of wool fabric in hard wearing places. Designed to keep you warm and dry in any weather without sacrificing freedom of movement. Features: Pockets and details outlined with reindeer leather for du…
Lighting
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best gear for van life & overland?
- Our top pick for van life & overland is the Solo Stove Campfire. We also recommend other proven options across 5 categories: Stoves, Sleep Systems, Jackets, Pants, Lighting.
- What categories of gear do I need for van life & overland?
- For van life & overland, plan on covering Stoves, Sleep Systems, Jackets, Pants, Lighting. Every category on this page is curated for this specific use case, so the picks work together as a system.
- How much does gear for van life & overland cost?
- Prices on this page range from about $70 to $269. You can build a complete setup at multiple budget levels — start with the essentials and upgrade over time.
- How were these van life & overland picks chosen?
- Wild10Basecamp editors pick gear based on real field use, expert evaluation, and long-term ownership rather than paid placement. Every item on this page is currently sold and reflects the trade-offs we would make ourselves for van life & overland.
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