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Product news and a collection of unbiased product reviews relating to the truck and truck camper marketplace.

Product News and Reviews

Ryan Goodwin of SherpTek Talks Truck Camper Truck Beds

March 20, 2023

Concurrent with the growing popularity of the truck camper has been the growing popularity of the custom truck bed. The reason is simple. Truck campers, in general, lack storage. Sure, you can replace the back [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Tern Overland AirFlo RV Mattress Pad Eliminates Condensation and Mold

February 24, 2023

Prescott, Arizona-based, Tern Overland, the leading manufacturer of RV doors, windows, and roof hatches, just released a multi-use textile mesh pad called the AirFlo. The versatile product not only improves ventilation and comfort under RV [read more]

Product News and Reviews

StableCamper Raises Bar in Competitive Truck Bed Market With Faster Turnaround

January 30, 2023

With the proliferation of truck camper manufacturers and the exploding popularity of overlanding, we are living in what has become the renaissance of the truck camper, surpassing even the golden age of the truck camper [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Battle Born Announces New IntelLigence Smart Lithium Product Line

January 25, 2023

Dragonfly Energy, maker of Battle Born Batteries and an industry leader in energy storage, just announced the impending launch of Dragonfly IntelLigence, along with a host of accompanying products and accessories. According to the press [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Hellwig Offers Sway Bar Rebate in January 2023

January 14, 2023

California-based Hellwig Suspension Products, an industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling, and performance suspension products, has announced its new mail-in rebate program for Dodge/RAM sway bars for purchases made between January 1, 2023, and January 31, [read more]

Product News and Reviews

SuperSprings Releases New ‘Journey Better’ Leveling Kits for Hauling and Towing

December 29, 2022

California-based SuperSprings International, a leading manufacturing of suspension kits for vehicles and trucks, just released a new Journey Better Leveling Kit product line made especially for trucks, including the Ram 2500 and the Ford F150. [read more]

Editor's Picks

Hellwig’s New Hitched and Haulin Podcast Features Mello Mike of Truck Camper Adventure

December 24, 2022

Hellwig Product’s new Hitched and Haulin podcast, hosted by Mike Hallmark, features Michael Smith (Mello Mike) of Truck Camper Adventure (TCA), an online magazine focusing on overlanding and off-grid exploration in truck campers. In the [read more]

Blog

TrailReady Pre-Runner Bumper Offers More Agile Appearance

December 2, 2022

For those who spend a lot of time in their rig off-road, an aftermarket front bumper with some kind of brush guard is essential. Not only can it protect the front end of your truck [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Battle Born Lithium Provides Energy Independence for Truck Campers and Vans

November 18, 2022

We were all impressed with Kelly Lund’s restoration of his 2003 Northern Lite 6-10 truck camper. Restoring this old Northern Lite made a lot of sense. Not many were made originally, and after a fire [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Hellwig Releases Silent Support System Helper Springs at SEMA

November 3, 2022

Hellwig Suspension Products, an industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, has released its new Silent Support System – a polyurethane bushing upgrade that eliminates metal-to-metal contact for a smooth and silent ride. [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the BougeRV CR55 Portable Refrigerator Freezer

October 28, 2022

When it comes to overlanding and camping, the portable refrigerator freezer is one of the most important items in your kit, especially if you enjoy cold beverages and ice cream. Fortunately, consumers have a smorgasbord [read more]

Product News and Reviews

DragonFly Energy Rebrands Superb Wakespeed WS500 Alternator Regulator

October 27, 2022

DragonFly Energy, manufacturer of the superb Battle Born lithium battery, acquired Wakespeed, the brand behind the excellent WS500 Advanced Alternator Regulator, in early 2022. As part of the acquisition, DragonFly Energy launched a new website, [read more]

Preparedness

Guzzle H2O Stream Purifies and Pumps Water From Lakes, Streams

October 14, 2022

In an effort to provide our readers with reviews of the latest products related to truck camping, Truck Camper Adventure is evaluating the Guzzle H2O Stream, a portable, all-in-one system that pumps, filters, and purifies [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Tern Overland Arctic Tern Windows and Doors Raise Bar in Hot Market

October 3, 2022

In this week’s feature article, we shine the spotlight on our friends at Tern Overland. We love this Arizona-based company for two reasons: the quality products and superb customer service. Founded in 2017 and owned [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Bowen Truck Bed Complements Vintage Avion With Loads of Storage

September 26, 2022

When it comes to truck camper storage, every square inch counts. There’s never enough. Compared to many slide-in truck campers, Chris and Lexi’s 1970 Avion C11 already offered a lot of storage, but like many [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Truma Aventa AC Now Available for Aftermarket Purchase

September 16, 2022

Truma Corp., Europe’s leading manufacturer of RV heating and air conditioner products, has just announced that the Truma Aventa 13.5 Eco air conditioner, previously available to RV manufacturers only, is now available for aftermarket purchase [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Expion360 VPR 4Ever Platinum 360 Lithium Cube Battery

August 1, 2022

The lithium battery has revolutionized the 12 volt electrical system in today’s recreational vehicle, especially for those who like to boondock. The reasons are simple. Not only does the lithium battery provide a nearly 100 [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Honda Launches new EU3200i Portable Generator

July 27, 2022

Leading into the height of the 2022 summer vacation, recreational vehicle (RV) and outdoor recreation season, Honda Power Sports and Products , a business unit of American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is launching the all-new [read more]

Product News and Reviews

New Jackery Explorer 2000 Pro Delivers Power in a ‘Big’ Way

July 11, 2022

In a recent review, we extolled the virtues of the Jackery Explorer 1000 Solar Generator. The Explorer 1000 is a great little unit—we gave it a five-star rating, our highest—but it did have one shortcoming—the [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review: Jackery SolarSaga 100 is a Great Portable for Truck Campers and Vans

June 30, 2022

When it comes to designing a powerful solar power system for truck camper and vans, the best approach is to employ what we call a split configuration consisting of both roof-top solar panels and portable [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Installation Report and Review of the Onan QG 2500i Ultra-Quiet RV Generator

June 13, 2022

And there we were, August 2021, off on another adventure to the “world’s first national park.” Yep, you guessed it, Yellowstone. With 12 campgrounds and over 2,000 sites, we’d scored on park reservations eight months [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Froli RV Travel Bed System Vastly Improves Sleep

May 30, 2022

Truck camper mods can be fun. They’re even better when they can improve one’s fitness and health. One such modification is the Froli Modular Sleep System. Sleep can be elusive when you’re on the road. [read more]

Preparedness

Review of the Jackery Explorer 1000 Solar Generator

May 5, 2022

There’s no doubt about it, when it comes to the gasoline generator, recreational vehicle owners either love it or hate it. Yes, everyone loves the power that the traditional generator provides, yet nearly everyone loathes [read more]

Blog

SherpTek Transforms Slide-in Truck Camper Into More Capable Overlander

April 25, 2022

Well, it finally happened. With over a year of planning and delays due to COVID-19, we finally got our new SherpTek truck bed. Without a doubt, having a SherpTek truck bed has been one of [read more]

Blog

New RuggedFlex Military-Grade Solar Panel is a Game-Changer

April 15, 2022

When it comes to the wattage of any solar power system, more is better. But building a big solar power system on a truck camper it isn’t easy. The problem with the truck camper, of [read more]

Blog

New EZ-Reach Rotating RV Table is Better Than Lagun Import

April 8, 2022

In a recent review of the Noa Lagun RV Table Mounting System, we mentioned that we had recently swapped out the Lagun for an American-made version called the EZ-Reach. The EZ-Reach is made in the [read more]

Product News and Reviews

A Survey of the Best Truck Camper Turnbuckles in the Industry

March 25, 2022

The turnbuckle is an essential piece of hardware in truck camper ownership. It acts as the “middleman,” securing the truck camper to the tie-down system of the truck. While flatbed and chassis-mounted truck campers have [read more]

Features and Options

Review of the Noa Lagun RV Table Mounting System

March 14, 2022

The table is an essential item in today’s truck camper and van. It should be large enough for meals and desktop work, yet durable enough to withstand rigors of day-to-day use and off-road travel. The [read more]

Boondocking

New Xpanse RV Solar Awning a Big Hit Despite High Cost

February 28, 2022

Years ago I told my wife that somebody was going to build a solar awning for RVs one day. Well, that day has finally arrived. Xponent Power recently released the first retractable solar awning for [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Hellwig Introduces Helper Spring Kits for GMC/Chevy 3500HD Trucks

January 28, 2022

Hellwig Suspension Products, industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, just released two new Helper Spring Kits for the 2020-22 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 3500HD models. The progressive rate helper springs improve [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Truma to Showcase New Aventa Air Conditioner at Florida RV SuperShow

January 14, 2022

Truma North America will be showing off their newest product at Tampa’s Florida RV SuperShow. The Truma Aventa is the company’s first rooftop air conditioner exclusively for the North American market. The Aventa gives RV [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Quick Pitch Trax Tab Mounting System

January 7, 2022

Depending on the situation, recovering off road vehicles can be simple or exceedingly complicated, requiring winches, various hardware—and the knowledge and experience to use them all safely. For those of us truck campers who often [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Truma Aventa Eco RV Air Conditioner

December 20, 2021

When it comes to summertime and truck campers, the air conditioner is a must-have item for many. Yes, swimming and camping at elevation with shade can help, but not always. Hence, the need for a [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Arctic Tern Roof Hatch

November 22, 2021

Ask any truck camper owner and they will tell you that ventilation is important. Not only can proper ventilation keep your camper cooler in the summer, but it can also prevent condensation from accumulating inside [read more]

Product News and Reviews

New RuggedFlex Solar Panel Offers Waterproof Casting

October 22, 2021

Van and Truck Camper owners on the lookout for a long-lasting flexible solar panel are now in luck. Texas-based Rugged Products Corp. recently released an industrial-strength, semiflexible solar panel called the RuggedFlex that is not [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Expion360 DC to DC Lithium Charger

October 18, 2021

Have you ever camped in an area without the replenishing rays of the sun for days or weeks at a time? Have you ever left a pristine boondocking spot because the state of charge (SOC) [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Tuffy Now Offering Center Console Security Safe for 2021 Ford F-150s

September 3, 2021

Tuffy Security Products just introduced the Model 376-01 Security Console Safe for 2021 Ford F-150 trucks equipped with a full center console. Designed to be inserted into the OEM console with no drilling required, the [read more]

Editor's Picks

Best AC DC Air Conditioners for Truck Campers and Vans

August 2, 2021

Tired of camping in the heat? If you are, you’re not alone. Record high temperatures have been set across the country this summer. If you’ve been unable to beat the heat using a combination of [read more]

Product News and Reviews

New Tag Axle Improves Truck Camper Hauling Options

July 19, 2021

Is your truck and camper combo a little overweight? Are you struggling with weight distribution issues with too much weight on the rear axle while towing? We might have the product for you. Pack Enterprises [read more]

Blog

TCA Now Testing New Truma Aventa Air Conditioner

July 17, 2021

Truma North America will soon be supplying the US RV market with premium Truma Aventa rooftop air conditioners. The Truma Aventa will be offered in two models that minimize noise and maximize comfort in a [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Desert Does It Front Molle Mount

June 25, 2021

When I first bought my 2015 Ram 3500, the center console appeared big enough for a small child to live in. In my wildest dreams, I never imagined that it would ever get filled with [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Bulletpoint Mounting Solution for Trucks

June 11, 2021

While the goal of most Truck camping adventures is to get away, unplug and unwind from the busy and crazy lives most of us lead now, there is a legitimate need to stay in touch [read more]

Product News and Reviews

AT&T’s Great Deal Plan is a Great Communications Option for RV’ers

May 21, 2021

The state of communications for rural and on or off the road RV’ers is changing quickly. This is a tale of two homes—our home residence and our home-on-the-road truck camper. We live in a rural [read more]

Blog

Truck Camper Adventure Rig Gets New Running Boards

May 7, 2021

When it comes to your truck camper rig, change is sometimes warranted. Even the little things. The OEM running boards on our 2013 Ram 3500 were getting long in the tooth and were looking worn. [read more]

Product News and Reviews

New Camper Cradle Makes Truck Camper Loading Easy

April 30, 2021

It seems like everyone wants a slide-in truck camper in 2021, yet some potential buyers are still hesitant to take the plunge. The one thing that holds some people back is loading the camper—it’s a [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Hellwig Introduces Rear Sway Bar for HD Chevy/GMC Trucks

April 23, 2021

Hellwig Suspension Products, an industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling, and performance suspension products, just released a new adjustable rear sway bar for 2020-2021 Chevrolet and GMC 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The product is designed [read more]

Blog

New Laser-Engraved Table for the Truck Camper Adventure Rig

March 19, 2021

There’s nothing like a good table. Better yet, a good, laser engraved table. Aside from being sturdy, a good, truck camper table should be both attractive and functional. It should also be durable enough to [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the TST-507 Tire Pressure Monitoring System

March 1, 2021

I remember the day well. It was July 3, 2009. We were headed to Flagstaff, Arizona for the 4th of July weekend, towing our Airstream travel trailer with our 2003 Ford Excursion. We were traveling [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Truma Combi Water Heater-Furnace

February 15, 2021

Ah, the comforts of the recreational vehicle. Everyone loves a hot meal and a comfortable bed, but heating and hot water are two luxuries that really set tent camping apart from the RV. The propane [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Expion360’s New Lineup Features Huge 360 AH Lithium RV Battery

January 29, 2021

Expion360, a leading manufacturer of lithium batteries for boats and RVs, just released a new line of lithium iron phosphate batteries (LiFePO4) called the VPR 4Ever. According to the company’s press release, the new batteries [read more]

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