After upgrading from the 1.4m DARCHE awning to the 180º Rear Awning the plan was to add the wall set to create an enclosed space for autumn / winter camping and privacy. This enclosed space can also be warmed somewhat via a wood stove. I got the wall set from Trek Overland on York, UK….
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DARCHE 180º Rear Awning
I hummed and hawed over whether to buy a 2m side awning or the 180º rear awning. Here’s my reasoning if it’s of interest, if not skip to my initial impressions. Decision making Firstly, why change from the 1.4m awning? There’s a lot to like about fitting a 1.4m awning to the side of a…
PowerOak AC50S 500wh
My power needs when camping aren’t huge as trips are typically overnighters with the occasional 2 to 3 night stays. I was previously using the 1500wh power station from PowerOak and have been super impressed with it. However, in many ways for what I need it’s actually overpowered. If I get the chance to do…
Equipment Links
This page includes links to everything I’ve bought for the Jimny as well as the equipment I use when camping that’s seen in my videos, blogs and instagram posts. Some links will go to my Amazon shop or affiliated links that help support the all the work I do on my blog, YouTube channel and…
Darche Eclipse 1.4m Awning
We went for the 1.4m Eclipse Awning by Darche. Based on a recommendation from Trekoverland.com. Not only does it look great, fitting it was super easy. The plan for the awning is to make an additional piece to attach to the side of the tent. Creating a bat wing style coverage. One things for sure…
Front Runner Slimline 3/4 Rack
We decided to go for the Front Runner Slimline 3/4 rack. The reason we did not go for the full sized rack is when the tent is mounted we don’t plan on adding any additional items to increase the roof load. The 3/4 rack fits the tent perfectly. Fitting the tent to the rack we…