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From first-time investments to upgrading the essentials… what’s worth watching in 2025?
Starting fresh doesn’t always mean starting from scratch. In this episode, Ben and Lauren kick off the year with a showcase of 2025’s most promising gear innovations. From TOAKS’ ultralight cooking solutions, to MPOWERD’s innovative lighting system, and Dometic’s latest fridge technology to surprising new players in the roof top tent game – tune in as our gear gurus unpack what’s worth watching in the world of outdoor gear.
Tune in as our gear gurus unpack what’s worth watching in the world of outdoor gear!
Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
01:52 – Lauren’s Fan Moment!
02:48 – New Brands
03:08 – TOAKS: Lightweight Hiking
06:36 – KAON: Fixing and Mounting Tools
09:10 – Oz Braai
10:11 – Dometic CFX5 Fridge/Freezers
14:42 – Darche Alien Light and Speaker, Solar Fan and Light, and Magic Magnets
17:57 – Darche Datachable Roof Top Tent
21:40 – Darche Solar Roof Top Tent
22:05 – Harry Fisher’s ‘Fire II Fork’
23:05 – Quest Outdoors Pop Top Camp Cupboards
24:28 – Companion Recycled Ground Mat
25:19 – Companion Caravan Awning Clothesline
25:32 – Companion Deluxe Towing Mirrors
25:50 – Companion Aero Breeze Fan
26:50 – MPOWERD Luci Solar Site Lights
29:59 – Coleman Event 15 Deluxe Shelters
32:17 – Teasers
32:37 – Exped Sleeping Mats: Overhaul!
36:49 – Sea to Summit Updates
37:30 – Oztent Roof Top Tents?!
39:26 – KickAss Air Conditioner
40:55 – 23ZERO Yowie Aluminium-Shell Roof Top Tent
42:07 – New Concepts from Inspired Overland
42:44 – Summary
Mentioned in this Episode:
Products:
Darche Alien Light and Speaker
Darche Datachable Roof Top Tent
Harry Fisher’s ‘Fire II Fork – More Camp Cooking’
Quest Outdoors Pop Top Camp Cupboards
Companion Caravan Awning Clothesline
Companion Deluxe Towing Mirrors (Set of 2)
MPOWERD Luci Solar Site Lights
Coleman Event 15 Deluxe Shelter
Brands:
YouTube:
Dometic CFX5 95DZ Dual Zone Fridge/Freezer 94L
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From tent pegs and air tents, to setups for summer and one-pot wonders – our gear gurus Ben and Lauren unpack the topics on every camper’s tongue, taking each minute to the limit with how-to’s, destinations, and expert interviews. Be it a swag, tent, or ‘swent’ – set up camp with us!