Up next Things You Need to Know Before Going Off-Road Published on March 31, 2025 Author Jerry Tsai Photo Credit Manufacturers Tags camp gear, camp pillow, Costa Sunglasses, gear box, Gregory backpack, Hydroflask, Jerry Tsai, merino wool, RC Cars, SureFire, Thermarest, VSSL, Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 Stay Equipped: Must-Have Outdoor Gear for Your Next Journey Supplies for life off the beaten path In this edition of Gear Box, we’re bringing you outdoor supplies for both you and your rig. From cozy camp clothing, to survival supplies, to remote-controlled mini rigs, this list has it all. What gear will you pack for your next adventure? Icebreaker/Men’s ZoneKnit Merino Long Sleeve Half Zip Subscribe to our weekly newsletter Icebreaker’s ZoneKnit Merino is a versatile, body-mapped zip-neck top that’s ideal for high-output mountain adventures. The ZoneKnit features 100% merino wool for all-natural warmth and temperature regulation. It also features raglan sleeve construction for mobility and articulated rib construction at elbows for enhanced range of motion. MSRP: $250 icebreaker.com Thermarest/Compressible Pillow Cinch Designed to pack small and deliver big comfort away from home, the Compressible Pillow Cinch is a must-have for camping, road trips, airplanes and anywhere else you want better rest. The luxuriously soft, 60% recycled polyester cover is filled with supportive and compressible upcycled foam from their sleeping pad manufacturing lines, which makes it as Earth-friendly as possible. Available in different sizes and colors. MSRP: starts at $30 thermarest.com SureFire/2211 Signature Wristlight Perfect for our list of outdoor supplies, the 2211 Signature combines hands-free illumination with a fully integrated timepiece for effective use in a broad range of situations. The 2211 Signature‘s broad beam generates a seamless wall of white light at three output levels: 300, 60, and 15 lumens, which is plenty bright enough to light up your path. Never get caught in the dark or lose track of time again with this combination unit on your wrist. MSRP: $199 surefire.com Hydroflask/Fieldscape Cooler Cup Set – Juniper Made specifically for the 19.2 oz cans favored by craft breweries, called Stovepipe cans, the Fieldscape Cooler Cup Set delivers 19.2 ounces of versatile beverage delivery. It is wrapped in a graphic pattern that blends into the wilderness and stands out in a crowd. Keep a can chilled, use as a hot or cold beverage cup, or add the Press-In Straw Lid for discreet easy sipping. MSRP: $46 hydroflask.com Costa/Lido Polarized With a focus on style and performance inspired by the vibes of the Pacific shores, this frame is ready for any adventure. Lido comes with top and side shields to help keep the light out, and Hydrolite nose pads and temple tips to help you venture onward. Frame and lense colors are configurable. Shown here with 580G polarized lenses and matte black frames. MSRP: $274 (as configured) costadelmar.com FMS Model/RC Toyota Land Cruiser LC80 If you’re a fan of the full-size Land Cruiser, you can now have your own officially licensed, 1/18-scale RC version. Easy to drive and ready to run, the FMS LC80 not only performs well but also has working lights and ultra realistic looks. Test your skills on an indoor course or take your Land Cruiser outdoors and set up an exciting trail with a few holes, twigs, and rocks. Comes ready-to-run with rechargeable battery and charger. Two AAA batteries required for the radio controller. MSRP: $170 fmsmodel.com VSSL/Essentials Catch And Cook VSSL’s Catch and Cook angling kit allows you to take on the challenge of sustaining yourself in the wild. Each kit includes a fishing tackle tin, a wire saw, and a fire striker kit. The tackle tin contains 15 pieces of fishing equipment, from rubber worms and hooks to 50 feet of 20-pound line. The Wire Saw cuts larger pieces of wood to build a fire. Lastly, the Fire Striker tin contains cotton fire starting tabs, a ferro rod and a striker made with a ceramic blade that can double as a knife. MSRP: $80 vsslgear.com Gregory/Nano 20 The Nano 20 looks like a basic pack but it is anything but. With a breathable back panel and stretch exterior pocket, its 20-liter capacity can handle a surprising amount of outdoor supplies, whether you’re just knocking around town, tackling trails, or hitting every sight worth seeing on an overseas vacation. Available in seven different colors, shown here in Burnt Amber. MSRP: $75 gregorypacks.com Editor’s Note: A version of this story previously appeared in the TREAD September/October 2022 print issue.
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