The ULTIMATE 2024 Amazon Prime Day Deals List for Camping and Traveling Enthusiasts!
Amazon Prime Day is finally here! If you’ve been thinking about updating your camping gear, travel gear, camera system, or clothes – NOW is the time to do it!
Katie and I have been working with Amazon for the past few months and we’ve got the details on all the crazy sales happening for this year’s Amazon Prime Day.
Instead of making y’all scroll for hours on Amazon we’ve already done all the hard work for you and neatly placed them into categories!
What is Amazon’s Prime Day? It’s a shopping event with deals exclusively for Prime members. Anyone can participate in Prime Day by becoming a member of Amazon Prime. If you’re not yet a Prime member, you can participate in Prime Day by signing up for an Amazon Prime free trial or paid Prime membership.
If you are looking for a list of tools that we used to take a bare Ford Transit and build it into our van life dream, we’ve made an entire blog post that highlight everything that we used! Check it out here!
Looking For The Best Deals?
Mosquito Head Net (50% Off): Buy Here
Coppertone Sport Sunscreen (49% Off): Buy Here
Pelican Waterproof Dry Bag (48% Off): Buy Here
Coleman 6 Person Tent (47% Off): Buy Here
ANKER 737 PowerBank (47% Off): Buy Here
Coleman 0 Degree Sleeping Bag (47% Off): Buy Here
TREKOLOGY Collapsible Hiking Poles (44% Off): Buy Here
Merrell Hiking Boot (42% Off): Buy Here
NOCO Car Jump Starter (39% Off): Buy Here
Dual Fuel Portable Generator (38% Off): Buy Here
GoPro HERO11 Black Bundle (34% Off): Buy Here
CamelBak 100 oz Hydration Pack (33% Off): Buy Here
Thule 90L Duffel Bag (32% Off): Buy Here
YETI Tundra 45 Cooler (30% Off): Buy Here
YETI Tumblers & Mugs (30% Off): Buy Here
Therm-a-Rest Insulated Blanket (30% Off): Buy Here
Sony A7III Camera (25% Off): Buy Here
Camping Gear
Stanley Camp Pour Over Set: https://amzn.to/3XIsBMX
- Why Buy? Because coffee is amazing, coffee early morning in the forest surrounded by friends and family is up there on our list of favorite things. No Joke. Stanley is having a “hot girl moment” right now and that’s great for a company that’s been basically building the same equipment since 1913.
- Don’t like a Pour Over? Check out Stanley’s French Press.
- Do you need coffee? Check out La Colombe, we discovered them when we were living in NYC and have drank them since.
Portable Electric Espresso Machine: https://amzn.to/4fetyF4
- Why Buy? Well, in this house (van) we take coffee seriously. A portable espresso machine is exactly what you need to get those coffee shop vibes while being in the middle of the forest.
- Seriously, 1500+ ratings on Amazon can’t be wrong. This portable electric expresso machine is a must have those those bougie campers who are accustomed to the nicer things.
- Make sure to grab some Nespresso canisters for the ultimate flavor!
GCI Camping Table: https://amzn.to/3VX1oW0
- Why Buy? With a unique one-piece design, the folding Compact Camp Table holds up to 60 lbs, making it a great dinner table for two or an outdoor side table for drinks and snacks.
- One thing you’ll always need while outside is a place to put things (that’s not in the dirt), a small foldable table is the perfect solution. Unless you enjoy putting things in the dirt or constantly holding everything in your hands.
iClimb Ultralight Camping Folding Table: https://amzn.to/3rh8sBn
- Why Buy? Unlike other similar tables with bungee cord connection, this table has unique hinged design connection which will make it last many years. It’s super easy to transport because it only weighs 3lbs and comes with its own carrying case. Throw it in your car next time you’re going car camping or a picnic.
CleanWaste Portable Toilet: https://amzn.to/3LJExJb
- Why Buy? When Nature Calls while you’re in the middle of nature, it’s really nice to be able to not have to dig a hole to do your duty.
- CleanWaste makes a portable toilet solution that’s all-in-one. It’s strong (can support up to 500 pounds), and you can set-it up in about 30 seconds.
- If you really want to be fancy, they make a privacy tent that completely surrounds your toilet, check it out here.
Therm-a-Rest Insulated Blanket: https://amzn.to/469HiwK
- Why Buy? This comfy and warm two-person camp blanket (78 x72 inche) easily packs down to 14.5 x 5.25 inches and weighs 1 pound 10 ounces.
Compact Camping Cookware: https://amzn.to/3VWoaNW
- Why Buy? Becase you’ve seen hundreds of people on TikTok making gourmet meals in the middle of the forest and you want to join in on the fun.
- That and you’ve got a family to feed and you don’t want to bring you kitchen pots and pans with you.
- Are you a big tea drinker? Need a kettle? Check out this set: https://amzn.to/3Ym8uXh
Coppertone Sport Sunscreen Spray SPF50 (3-Pack): https://amzn.to/3Sb5okG
- Why Buy? Easy to apply sunscreen stops up to 98% of UVA/UVB rays to combat the effects of sun damage to your skin. You should not be going outside unless you’ve got sunscreen, this 3-pack should keep you safe for a while! Might as well stock up.
LED Lanterns: https://amzn.to/466q5UP
Why Buy? Because you can’t flip a light switch in the middle of the night when you’re camping to see. You need to bring your light source with you (or camp in Alaska in the summer where the sun never sets).
There area bunch of options depending on the style you’re trying to portray. This one (https://amzn.to/3Y2c6x8) comes with a USB charger, this one (https://amzn.to/4cDSh3X) is weatherproof and can be recharged through solar panel, and this one has those vintage vibes (https://amzn.to/4d451Rd)
Outdoor LED String Lights: https://amzn.to/3W3qPW7
- Why Buy? Because setting the vibe at a campsite is almost as important as getting out in nature. These are nice because they come with a built-in battery that lasts 9+ hours.
Citronella Scented Candle: https://amzn.to/4bIuv5m
- Why Buy? Because bugs can ruin your experience outdoors. This citronella candle from Coleman lasts up to 70 hours and looks cute in the process. Want something smaller? Here’s a 6oz tin version (https://amzn.to/467udDR)
Pelican Waterproof Dry Bag 2L: https://amzn.to/3xW4LVs
- Why Buy? Because dealing with a wet phone, wallet, car keys, or anything else when you’re out on the water is a complete headache. This 100% sealed waterproof bag is easy to carry and is built for your phone to be usable while still be safe.
Coleman Big Bay Mummy Sleeping Bag: https://amzn.to/3W2KZzr
- Why Buy? Sleeping bags can get expensive, especially when they are ranked for 0 Degree temperatures. This sleeping bag from Coleman provides superior heat retention while also offering unique features like a zippers for foot ventilation and a compressible stuff sack to help pack it down.
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter: https://amzn.to/46BjnpG
- Why Buy? The LifeStraw Max removes virtually all viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens from contaminated water, in addition to reducing sediment and many industrial and agricultural chemicals and dissolved metals. Its abilities surpass those of the water filters many people may have at home already.
Camelback 100 oz Lobo Backpack: https://amzn.to/3xXEKFb
- Why Buy? Simply put, you need to drink water and this Camelbak allow you to easily do just that. It’s easy to fit, it’s stable, and it holds 100 ounces of high quality H20.
24-piece Enamel Camping Tableware Set: https://amzn.to/3Y4kMDb
- Why Buy? Because after you just made the perfect Instagram-worthy breakfast, you need to dish them out on plates, and eat them with forks.
- This set is perfect for 4 people as it includes 4 plates, 4 bowls, 4 mugs, 4 knives, 4 spoons, and 4 forks.
TREKOLOGY Collapsible Trekking Poles: https://amzn.to/4cEUhZN
Why Buy? Extra support on the trail is always welcomed. This 2-pack of trekking poles is collapsible and can be adjusted depending on the height of the user. Looking for a different option? TREKOLOGY offers these: https://amzn.to/3W9gkR0
Camping Cooking Essentials: https://amzn.to/3zDclVg
- Why Buy? Because having everything you need to cook in a self-contained package is really nice and convenient! Spatula, knife, cutting board, and so much more.
Benchmade Knife: https://amzn.to/3NIosDP
- Why Buy? Simply put, if you want the very best pocket knife out there, this is it. Joey used his entire REI Membership Rewards on his and swears by it.
15″ Hatchet: https://amzn.to/3S2G8wT
- Why Buy? Because if you’d like to have a campfire, there’s a good chance you’ll need to split some wood. Plus, hatchets are pretty cool and you should always have one when camping. At $15, this one is cheap but should get the job done but if you want one that will last your lifetime, check this one out from ESTWING.
Coleman Triton 2-Burner Propane Camping Stove: https://amzn.to/439wP16
- Why Buy? Tried and true by car campers for the better part of the past few decades, Coleman knows how to build a camping stove. We have one in Colorado but not in the van and there are many times when we wish we had the simplicity of this instead of our electric top. If you want something a bit smaller, check out this single burner option.
Magical Flames Fire Color Changing Packets: https://amzn.to/3JMHzvt
- Why Buy? Before I go into that, I want it to made clear that I kick myself for not creating this. I learned how certain materials make certain color sparks in high school chemistry and all I needed to do was develop these cool fire color changing packets to entertain children and adults for hours around a campfire.
Thermacell Mosquito Repellent: https://amzn.to/3NKpBuG
- Why Buy? We are in Alaska right now and the Mosquitos are the size of birds, No joke. We went a bit crazy and bought everything that we could that’s anti-mosquito and have found this to work the very best, especially when just hanging out around the car.
- There are a few different options for Thermacells, we’ve got the one that attaches to a fuel canister (https://amzn.to/3WxLTWp) while the one like this (https://amzn.to/3Lroorm) has a built in battery that you can charge with a USB.
XL Body Wipes: https://amzn.to/44e99Ki
- Why Buy? Because when you are camping you usually develop a stank and that tent is gonna hold that smell in. So, make sure you give yourself a nice scrub’n when out in the woods, especially after a long hike, bike ride, paddle, etc.
MalloMe Marshmallow Roasting Sticks: https://amzn.to/46F8t2g
- Why Buy? Because using a stick you find on the forest floor is gross, use these 18/8 304 stainless steel roasting sticks to ensure easy cleaning, no rusting and safe roasting.
Fire Starter Pods: https://amzn.to/44fLxVw
- Why Buy? Because starting a fire is hard. Some of us prioritized riding motorcycles and bicycles instead of joining the Boy Scouts with his friends so he had to learn how to start and maintain a fire at a much older age.
- These things light and burn for 15-20 min which should be more than enough time to get your wood burning. Make sure you’ve got waterproof matches or a lighter. Whatever you do, don’t buy these dumb USB-C charger plasma lighters. Complete waste of money.
- Here’s another option https://amzn.to/3LJExJb
DuroMax XP12000HX Dual Fuel Generator: https://amzn.to/3S97Yb9
- Why Buy? While a Dual Fuel Portable Generator is not on everyone’s list, having one on extended camping trips (especially when solar power is not going to generate enough energy) is worth considering.
- 457CC OHV DuroMax engine designed to last for years
- Fully loaded power panel includes four 120V GFCI household outlets, one 120V 30AMP outlet, one 120/240V 30AMP twist-lock outlet, and a heavy-duty 120/240V 50AMP outlet making it transfer switch ready!
Coleman Skydome Tent: https://amzn.to/44yL3cZ
- Why Buy? Because you thinking about venturing into the world of car camping and need a tent! The tents at REI scare you with all the options and you want something simple. THIS IS IT. Coleman is the go to for car campers for decades, seriously. There is a 2/4/6/8 person version so make sure you get the right tent for your needs. If you buy a tent, make sure you get a waterproof footprint. You place the tent on top of it and have no worries about moisture seeping into your tent/sleeping bags.
CORE 10 Person Tent: https://amzn.to/3rkghX1
- Why Buy? Because you want to be the king of car camping. You’ve got more space than some NYC apartments. 14 feet long x 10 feet wide x 7 feet tall. This tent is MASSIVE.
Coleman Carlsbad Tent: https://amzn.to/3PIDWKT
- Why Buy? Because you want a tent that is simple to put up and blocks 90% of the outside sunlight, which is PERFECT for those mid-afternoon naps or if you are camping in the summer and that sun refuses to drop.
NEMO Disco 15 Sleeping Bag: https://amzn.to/446olJn
- Why Buy? Joey has this exact sleeping bag and he’s spent over 60 nights in it without a single issue. It’s warm in the winters and it has air vents that you can open in the Spring/Fall if you’re getting too hot. It’s super cozy, but it’s a bit pricey if it’s your first sleeping bag.
Coleman North Sleeping Bag: https://amzn.to/3PGKZni
- Why Buy? You want your first sleeping bag and don’t want to break the bank, this is the sleeping bag to buy! Here’s a non-mummy version for you side-sleepers.
RTIC 45qt Hard Cooler: https://amzn.to/3XWBRx7
- Why Buy? Because it’s basically the exact same thing as the Yeti Tundra 45qt version for half the price. This Hard Cooler has 3 inches of closed-cell foam insulation that’s going to keep your food/drinks cooler for longer. Don’t want to deal with ice? Check out these Reusable Ice Packs.
YETI Tundra 45 Cooler: https://amzn.to/3S8tnB4
- Why Buy? The YETI Tundra 45 combines versatility with durability with a capacity of up to 26 cans with a recommended 2:1 ice-to-contents ratio and Ice stays ice thanks to up to 3 inches of PermaFrost Insulation and an extra thick FatWall design is certified Bear-Resistant
ENO DoubleNest Hammock: https://amzn.to/44qEYzg
- Why Buy? Because there is nothing better than sitting in a hammock and reading your kindle on a Summer day. We’ve got two of these hammocks and they are not the cheapest option (here’s a cheaper option and another cheap option) but the build quality makes it worth it in our minds.
Zero Gravity Lounge Chairs: https://amzn.to/3S7Gbry
- Why Buy? Because zero gravity lounge chairs are the most comfortable chairs for camping. That’s it, no ifs, ands, or buts. These are gonna put you right to sleep.
- They feature a lockable reclining system that smoothly glides into an ergonomic zero-gravity position, with removable elastic cords that immediately adjust to your body’s weight
- Lightweight, foldable design makes these an easy addition to your next trip to the park, beach, or your child’s next sporting event
- Removable tray is built with two cup holders, a phone holder, and a tablet holder so you never have to be far from your favorite drinks or media devices!
CLIQ Camping Chair: https://amzn.to/3XKDBJI
- Why Buy? Because having a lightweight camping chair makes a nice alternative to the bigger chairs out there. This is most likely too large for backpacking but perfect for car camping. Katie and I have a version of this that we bought at REI that was 2x the price and on the first night of use blew into our fire pit.
- Want a cheaper version? Check it out: https://amzn.to/3xOzWSC
Kelty Low-Love Seat Camping Chair: https://amzn.to/3JMUaP7
- Why Buy? Because this is the closest thing you’re going to get to bringing your sofa with you camping. It’s very large, so make sure you’ve got space! Want something that you can recline in, this is for you!
Coleman Portable Camping Chair: https://amzn.to/4cSRa04
- Why Buy? It’s got a Built-in cooler that can keep up to 4 cans cold and easily accessible. It’s built strong (supports up to 325 pounds) and has a bunch of convenient feature like side pockets, mesh cup holder, and adjustable arm height.
JetBoil Sumo Stove System: https://amzn.to/44gm6mI
- Why Buy? Because you love camping gear and want the ability to boil water in 2.5 minutes. Seriously, the JetBoil system is almost magical. We’ve used one for years on backpacking trips, heck even in the van when we don’t want to drain our house batteries.
WhiteFang Portable Beach Sun Shade Shelter: https://amzn.to/3Wjd86L
- Why Buy? Because there is such a thing as getting too much sun at the beach. Sometimes you need a beach tent with UPF50+ Protection to block heat and 98% of the harmful UV rays.
Plan Your Trip With Our Favorite Resources
– Accommodations: Booking.com , HostelWorld.com, & VRBO
– Flights: Booking.com, SkyScanner, & FareDrop
– Travel Insurance: SafetyWings
– Tours & Experiences: VIATOR & GetYourGuide
– Other Travel Resources
Travel Gear
4Monster Camping Towels: https://amzn.to/3rhlUVM
- Why Buy? We both have these towels (the XX-Large version) and love them. They are EXTREMELY absorbent and take up almost no space when dry. Which is the perfect combination for a towel while in a van.
Thule Chasm Sport Duffel: https://amzn.to/3zFX8Tw
- Why Buy? Thule makes some fantastic bags and the Chasm Duffel is no different. It’s rugged, weather-resistant, and perfect for camping, outdoor adventures, or travel.
Osprey Atmos AG 65: https://amzn.to/44fpSNf
- Why Buy? Simply put, Osprey makes some of the best backpacking backpacks on the market. Not just backpacks but anything luggage related like this 90l rolling duffel or these ultra lightweight packing cubes! This backpack has a waterproof pouch for your water reservoir so no water is gonna get into your backpack, multiple stretchable pockets, and more fit customization features than you will know what to do with.
Osprey Daylite Plus Daypack: https://amzn.to/3r7OvN9
- Why Buy? It’s the perfect daypack for your day adventures. I can’t help but thinking about the Zoolander “Day Spa” scene right now. But, it’s nice to have something lightweight that takes up no space, throw it in the boot of your vehicle and you’d be shocked how often you grab it!
Amazon Basics 3-Piece Hardside Luggage Kit: https://amzn.to/44zP3tO
- Why Buy? While we would love to have a matching set of $1800 RIMOWA Luggage, that’s far out of our current budget and we’ve found that the Amazon Basics 3-Piece kit is perfect. We’ve had the set for almost 5-years now and have had absolutely no trouble at all with them!
Samsonite Luggage, 2-Piece Set (Carry-on/Medium): https://amzn.to/4fgjPy2
- Samsonite is a leader in luggage (and has been for decades). This 2-piece set consists of a Carry-On and a Medium bag that is scratch-resistant and lightweight. Did I mention it has a 10 Year Limited Warranty?
Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag 40l: https://amzn.to/3rifllQ
- Why Buy? This 40L bag is a jack of all trades duffel bag. Joey has had one for almost 8-years and it’s been through a lot. Overnight trips, weekend trip, gear bag, whatever you need it to be it’s got you covered. There are a few options and they all come in handy, here’s a 55l version and a 100l version.
Osprey Transporter 65l: https://amzn.to/44BtrwY
- Why Buy? You want a duffel bag that you can throw over your shoulders with supportive straps but you don’t want to go all out and buy something like the Osprey Atmos (above). This bag is perfect for gear-intensive weekend or longer travels and a more effective space-saving storage solution than tired plastic bins
Kindle Paperweight Signature Edition: https://amzn.to/3PMDbQN
- Why Buy? You might be asking yourself, “Joey, why is a Kindle in the travel section” and I’ll tell you that I’ve carried a Kindle with me for the better part of the last decade.
- Whenever I’m stuck on a train, BAM Kindle. Waiting for Katie to take pictures of random dogs, BAM Kindle. Waiting in line to jump onto a plane, BAM Kindle. You get the idea.
- It’s small enough that I’ve always got it on me and the e-ink screen is so much better to look at than your phone. It’s a necessity for traveling. Trust me!
- Want a bluetooth page turner? Here ya go: https://amzn.to/4cT3jT7
- Here’ are a few books that Katie and I have enjoyed recently.
Kindle Unlimited: https://amzn.to/3D6hnZ3
- Why Buy? You’ve now got this super shiny Amazon Kindle and nothing to read! Kindle Unlimited is GREAT! It gives you access to 4-million titles for a super low monthly fee. It might not have the newest books available but it’s got a solid collection. Give it a shot.
Adventure Medical Kit: https://amzn.to/3PMmYvd
- Why Buy? Whether you’re camping, traveling internationally, or just want something in your car’s trunk, it’s always smart to have a medical kit handy in case of emergencies. We’ve got this AMK Mountain Series Hiker Kit and have needed it a few times to clean/patch up cuts, deal with blisters, etc. It’s better to have it and not use it vs. need it and not have it! Don’t skimp out on a cheaper version.
YETI Travel Mug 20oz: https://amzn.to/44dpzCM
- Why Buy? This is more for traveling around the city doing errands or camping than actual traveling becuase it’s pretty heavy and bulky. That being said, we’ve both got these and they keep our coffee hot for hours. They also make a Rambler (without the handle) which is very nice.
YETI Yonder Bottle 25oz: https://amzn.to/44a589E
- Why Buy? This is a new offering from YETI and it’s simple and lightweight. It’s shatter resistant and should be tough enough to alway have in your backpack. Staying hydrated is pretty darn cool!
YETI Rambler 20oz: https://amzn.to/3W9nkgG
- Why Buy? YETI mugs are magical, they keep your coffee hot for hours. Almost to the point where it’s obnoxious because you’ve got hot coffee and you’re starting to think about getting ready for bed.
European Travel Adapters: https://amzn.to/3XWGIhP
- Why Buy? Because you are going to Europe and need to keep your camera and phone charged! How exciting, we are very jealous. The European travel plug adapter turns 1 European Type C outlet into 3 standard American outlets, 1 USB-A and 2 USB-C charging ports, Max Capacity Up to 2500 Watt (max 250 Volt, 10 A); 3 USB Ports can charge up to 3.1A, allowing you charge 6 devices simultaneously.
TSA Approved Toiletries Bottles: https://amzn.to/3O3ipuV
- Why Buy? Because you want to bring you shampoo, conditioner, and soap on your travels and would like them to not be confiscated at the TSA checkpoint. Plus you don’t want them to leak all over your bag in the process. 3oz contains.
Cable Organizer Pouch: https://amzn.to/46AIOaN
- Why Buy? Because you are traveling and got loads of cables and chargers to come with. Instead of throwing them all haphazardly into your bag, put them all into a single organizer pouch.
- We’ve got a NANUK Cable Organizer and it’s a much sturdier option if you’re lugging around hard drives and stuff. https://amzn.to/4cZ7lZF
Packing Cubes: https://amzn.to/3JN46Is
- Why Buy? Because organization is key when traveling. While you may want to throw all your clothes into your suitcase and call it a day, you’re going to get a lot more space and peace of mind when you’ve got your shirts in one cube, shorts in another, etc.
- Want a different choice? Check these out (https://amzn.to/3XYqbvG) as they offer a little more structure and handles to your cubes. These are the ones that we used in our van and they work great!
TSA Approved Luggage Locks: https://amzn.to/3pHyrBt
- Why Buy? These are not just for flying but for whenever you are out and about. While we never think we are going to be the target of a pick pocket, why risk it? Throwing a small lock around your zippers of your backpack will keep your items secure. We’ve been doing this for years.
Portable Luggage Scale: https://amzn.to/3rotjT9
- Why Buy? Because airlines are sticklers for bag weights, I’m looking at you Frontier and EasyJet. We bought this scale when we went to Alaska and had to weigh everything due to the small airplanes we were taking to Kobuk Valley, Gates of the Arctic, and Katmai National Park.
Rhodia Rhodiarama SoftCover Notebook: https://amzn.to/3D4NLLK
- Why Buy? Because sitting at a little coffee shop in Tokyo, journaling your daily adventures is something that we dream of. Literally, we can’t wait to go back to Japan. The Rhodia makes a moleskine notebook feel like cardboard. If you want an equal writing experience, check out the Pilot VCorn Pen, something that Joey found in Japan and has been writing with since.
Clothing & Shoes
Merrell Men’s Moab 3 Hiking Boot: https://amzn.to/463Heyg
- Why Buy? These Merrell hiking boots are one of the highest ranked hiking boot on Amazon. Almost 8,000 reviews with an average of 4.6/5 stars.
- Pigskin leather and mesh upper with a Vibram TC5+ rubber sole, these things are gonna be comfortable and they are gonna last a long time
ALTRA Road Running Shoe: https://amzn.to/3CZWIWq
- Why Buy? Katie is very picky with her shoes and these are her favorites! They’ve got engineered mesh uppers that are light and breathable with a FootShape toe boxes that allows the toes to relax and spread out naturally.
Patagonia Men’s Standard Beanie: https://amzn.to/3O3dcDu
- Why Buy? Because no one is going to believe you are a wilderness explorer without a single piece of Patagonia gear. This beanie looks great and gets your foot into the door that is the cult of outdoor fashion brands. Joey has the “buckwheat gold” color beanie and loves it.
Patagonia Fanny Packs: https://amzn.to/3JLGRyu
- Why Buy? Having stuff in your pockets is such a drag, like seriously between a wallet, keys, phone, Tamagotchi, personalized set of chopsticks, knife, Anker Battery Pack, and whatever else you daily carry it’s just too much. Buy a small fanny pack to keep it all organized and our of your pockets. Also, here’s a really colorful one!
THE NORTH FACE Class V Brimmer: https://amzn.to/3O4hkDd
- Why Buy? Joey has tried this hat on every single time we’ve gone into a REI. He wants a floppy hat but looks like a dork anytime he tries it on (at least in his own mind). That being said, it’s smart to keep that sun away from your face (and off your neck and ears) so a hat like this is super important on those long hikes!
Arc’teryx Atom LT Hoody: https://amzn.to/44w1VRC
- Why Buy? Because you want to join the cult that is Arc’teryx and need a new lightweight jacket. I’ve been looking at picking this jacket up for two seasons but can’t until his Mountain Hardware Deloro decides to finally fall apart (which might be never).
Electronics
Anker Portable 10000Ah Battery Pack: https://amzn.to/43gG9An
- Why Buy? We have two of these battery packs to keep us going when we are out in the field. They recharge our Apple iPhone 14 Max Pro phones 2.25x each, they can recharge our GoPro Hero 11 almost 6x! Which is perfect for time-lapses. Just keep it plugged in with a USB-C cable and you’re set all night.
- How are you going to charge your Anker Portable Battery Pack? With a lovely Flat Plug Power Strip (https://amzn.to/3S6OPqc) that allows you to plug in a few extra devices at once.
Anker Portable 24,000Ah Battery Pack: https://amzn.to/3XZzj3c
Why Buy? This 24,000Ah Battery Pack IS BEEFY. It can juice up an iPhone 13 almost 5 times or a 2021 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1.3 times.
Lay Flat Power Strip & European Adapter Combo (https://amzn.to/3XYc75n)
- Why Buy? Because when you go to Europe you will bring a camera, you will bring your kindle, you will bring your computer, you will bring a power bank, and you’ll probably be bringing a lot more stuff.
- Now have you ever been to a European hotel / hostel? You get real lucky if you get one or two power outlets, so you need to have a power strip/adapter to successfully charge everything.
Apple AirTag: https://amzn.to/3JI52xF
- Why Buy? Because our luggage is important to us and we want to know where it’s at when we are traveling! Apple’s AirTags seem to be the best in the industry for tracking items and can be set-up in a matter of seconds. We’ve got a bunch.
Apple Watch Ultra: https://amzn.to/3rgNfaE
- Why Buy? Because this watch turns heads and Joey absolutely loves his. 36-hours of battery life 100m water resistance, Precision dual-frequency GPS for accuracy, Fall Detection and Crash Detection, and Cellular is built into every model. PLUS, you can start up your Ford vehicle with it!
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X Portable Power Station: https://amzn.to/3SxLgtx
- Why Buy? Because even though you are camping, you’ll still need to power things like your phone, camera, drone, camping lights, and so much more! Plus, it’s great to have on hand if there is an emergency power outage.
- 10 Versatile Ports, 1,516 Wh Capacity: Power most small and large appliances and backup home circuits with the Yeti 1500X, which keeps full-size refrigerators, microwaves and more running efficiently with a pure sine 2000 W (3500 W surge) AC inverter.
Goal Zero Yeti 1000x Portable Power Station: https://amzn.to/4bKLGDl
- Why Buy? It’s like the Yeti 1500X above but a little smaller and cheaper.
Jackery Explorer 1000 & 2x100W Solar Panels: https://amzn.to/4bPV48K
- Why Buy? Because even though you are camping, you’ll still need to power things like your phone, camera, drone, camping lights, and so much more! Plus, it’s great to have on hand if there is an emergency power outage.
- The solar panels are great to help recharge your Explorer 1000.
EF ECOFLOW Power Station with 220W Solar Panels: https://amzn.to/4bNDkLp
- Why Buy? It’s a well designed power station with a 220W Solar Panel. If you are living the van life or camping, this power station will serve every one of your needs. Want to bring your espresso maker? No issue. Do you want to play your Xbox while powering a projector? This power station has you covered.
Canon R5 with RF 24-70 2.8 Lens: https://amzn.to/46BnbY0
- Why Buy? Because you’ve either got money to spare, looking to buy your first professional mirrorless camera, or looking to copy the set-up of your favorite content creators (us). Seriously though, this camera is expensive and we are not going to deny that. What we are going to say is the Canon R5 is by far the best sub-$4k camera on the market. 8K Video, 45 Megapixel, and 12fps? SHEEEESH! This camera is a workhorse and we love have it in our arsenal. If you are interested in our vlogging gear, check it out here!
SanDisk 4TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD: https://amzn.to/3PJKY1S
- Why Buy? Because you’ve got your new fancy camera (above) you will need to store everything you shot while traveling! We love the SanDisk 4TB SSD because 4TB removes the hassle having to work off multiple hard-drives while still being a reasonable price for an external hard-drive. While it’s definetely not the same since we do this full-time, we get 3-months of shooting on here without having to buy a new one. Whatever you do, make sure you get a second hard-drive to keep your content backed-up in a separate location. We’ve got two of these SanDisk 12TB Hard-drives at home that we dump to every time we are home. If you are interested in our vlogging gear, check it out here!
ECOFLOW Portable Power Station: https://amzn.to/3PKAv6e
- Why Buy? Sometimes you want to get away from it all and drive out into the middle of the forest and set-up camp. Then sometimes you’ll want to capture it on your phone to share with your friends to show how cool you are.
- Sometimes you want to power-up a projector and play Mario Party on the side of your van. Either way, having a portable power station is really nice when you don’t have a house battery system like we’ve got in the van.
- Want to be super green? Charge your EcoFlow with solar panels and the required connectors
- Here’s a few more options: Jackery Explorer 300 or the Goal Zero 500x (Which has more power than the previous 2)
DJI FPV Combo: https://amzn.to/43eK0hg
- Why Buy? Becuase drone content is super cool and unique. Especially the FPV (First Person View) set-up that this drone is designed for. That being said, make sure you follow the appropriate rules for flying. NO NATIONAL PARKS! Want more information about this? Check Pilot Institute out.
NOCO Boost X GBX75 2500A 12V UltraSafe Portable Lithium Jump Starter: https://amzn.to/3DdHcWU
- Why Buy? Our Ford Transit battery died yesterday morning (we don’t know why and are still figuring that out) but a kind Ford Transit owner in the parking lot came over with this Lithium Jump Starter.
- It got us going in about a minute. It’s a bit pricy but knowing we’d always be able to get us up and running again is worth the piece of mind.
- Here’s a smaller one that would work for 95% of all the cars and SUVs on the road today: https://amzn.to/3y1dqpG
Portable 1080p Monitor: https://amzn.to/3WkErxG
- If you are anything like us, you love an extra computer monitor when you are working. We like this 15.6″ 1080p Monitor that connects to any device (Computer, xBox, Switch, etc) using a USB-C & HDMI Cable.
- Best part, it has speakers! So no need to connect bluetooth headphones or anything like that.
- Do you feel fancy and want a 4k Version? Here ya go: https://amzn.to/3WknGCC
Other Cool Stuff
Harvest Hosts: https://www.harvest-hosts.com/274X6C9/2CTPL/
- Why Buy? Okay, Harvest Hosts is not an Amazon Prime Deal but it’s still something we really like to share because we love using it and think it’s a fun way to spice up camping in some less that stellar locations. Now, what is it? Harvest Hosts is an online directory of hosts (like vineyards, cheese farms, breweries, ALPACA FARMS, and others) that allow you access to park your Van/RV overnight for a suggest purchase in lieu of camping fees. Simply put, go to an Alpaca Farm, buy an beanie made of alpaca and you get to stay there all night! Pretty darn cool! Only downside, you’ve got to be fully self-contained so that means you need to be able to use the restroom inside your vehicle because there are no other options.
- Plus use “HHFRIENDS15” at checkout for 15% off!
Amazon Audible Premium Plus: https://amzn.to/3JNWllP
- Why Buy? You want to read books but you don’t like reading….. LET ME TELL YOU about Audiobooks! You get all the benefits of reading a book with your eyes closed, unless you are driving, which is where we spend 99% of our time listening to audiobooks. Amazon’s Audible Premium Plus is the MAC DADDY of audiobook services. Don’t believe me? Here’s what we’ve listened to since we started our road trip. Amazon is kind enough to give new users a complimentary 30-day trial to all new users of Premium Plus. You’ve got no reason to not give it a shot!
MobileMustHave: https://mobilemusthave.com/katieandjoeonthego
- Why Buy? You are a weekend warrior or a full-timer living that van life and need anything from water filtration to internet access. We’ve got the Ultimate Road Warrior VR2 set-up and have fantastic internet!