Hultån hatchet – following tradition and manufactured just as they were in the 17th century, by hand

An axe may look uncomplicated, but there is good reason why overlanders and outdoor enthusiasts treat their tools with reverence. A year ago, I ran into Hultafors and have since learned to appreciate my Hultån hatchet. BACKGROUND Hults Bruk axes—sold under the Hultafors brand in Europe, after the Hultafors Group bought the company in 1992—are […]
Household Appliances on the Road

Installing electricity, fresh water and refrigeration in a not-so-spacious historical overlander.
Roof top tent comparison test – our selection and what you need to consider when choosing what’s right for you

Editor’s note: this article was first published in the Spring 2019 issue of Overland Journal. Text by Scott BradyPhotography by Scott Brady and Larry Brady I still remember how -57°F felt, a cold beyond description, as if all life had escaped along with my body heat. I recall fighting against the cover of the roof […]
Field Tested: Petromax Atago Firepit / Barbecue

Firepit, barbecue, stove and oven. Still a reliable travel companion after two years of heavy use.
Field Tested: Firepot Dried Meals

Finding a diversity in dried meals for long trips can be challenging.