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DIY Spotlight: David Bruhn’s Land Yacht Seaward Truck Camper

November 11, 2024

Whether on the road or through social media, Truck Camper Adventure is always on the lookout for inspirational DIY truck camper builds. One such build that caught our eye was an all-wood, nautically-inspired camper built [read more]

Truck Campers

New Truck Camper Hybrid Features Unique Rear Pull Out

November 4, 2024

Looking for an expandable, lightweight truck camper that won’t break the bank? Then Jack Younkins’ new truck camper hybrid should fit the bill. Jack’s unique and patended design bridges the gap between a topper shell [read more]

Classifieds

This Amazing One-of-a-Kind Aluminum Truck Camper is for Sale!

October 21, 2024

As you know, we are always on the lookout for amazing DIY truck camper builds. Sometimes we come across these builds in our travels and sometimes on social media. Yet we occasionally come across one [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Shane Murray’s Aluminum Flatbed Truck Camper

July 29, 2024

The DIY truck camper. Few things are more satisfying than building your own DIY camper. Most DIY builders start with a commercially produced camper shell, like those made by Total Composites and SpaceKap, but not [read more]

Overlanding

Jeep Rigs Make Big Splash at 2024 Overland Expo West

June 17, 2024

We love truck campers here at Truck Camper Adventure. We also love Jeeps. Combine the Jeep and the camper and you get the best of both worlds. At the 2024 Overland Expo West, we were [read more]

Rallies and Shows

Top 10 Truck Camper Rigs of the 2024 Overland Expo West

May 27, 2024

The 2024 Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona, May 17-19, was one for the ages with 29,500 attendees, 415 exhibitors, and 318 classes. Over 100 journalists covered the show, including yours truly, who often felt [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Tern Overland Unveils New Flat Windows for OEMs and DIYers

May 3, 2024

Tern Overland, the leading manufacturer of RV windows and doors, just launched its latest product for OEMs and Do-It-Yourself (DIY) builders: The Arctic Tern Flat Window. According to the press release, the product is scheduled [read more]

Truck Camper Life and People

Camping Compadres Part II: ‘Just Dan’

April 5, 2024

During our travels we all meet fascinating people who inspire us to be better through their words and deeds. In the second of this three-part series written by long-time contributor, Gary Matos, Gary tells us [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY ‘EarthRoamer’ Total Composites OAT Rig has Everything but the High Cost

March 18, 2024

Everyone loves the EarthRoamer LTi Xpedition Vehicle, but with a starting price of $750,000 few people can afford it. Yes, the EarthRoamer’s cost puts it out of reach from most, yet its still an marvel [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Fred Lewis’ SpaceKap Diablo Truck Camper Build

February 19, 2024

Looking for some inspiration for your very own DIY build? Then you’ve come to the right place. Truck Camper Adventure is always on the lookout for such builds. The latest DIY build comes from Arizona-native [read more]

Truck Camper News

Buckstop Expansion Includes Globe Trekker Campers and LiquidSpring Suspensions

October 9, 2023

Buckstop Truckware has long been known for its outstanding bumpers, we’ve been using them here at Truck Camper Adventure for years, but did you know that Buckstop has a full outfitter shop that not only [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Ben Bloom’s Magnificent ‘Road Boat’ Truck Topper Camper

May 8, 2023

In this week’s feature article, we shine the spotlight on another DIY build, this time by the talented Ben Bloom who built a Redwood “Road Boat” Truck Topper for his 2017 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck. [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Barrett Rogers’ Toyota Tacoma Hard-Top Pop-Up Camper

December 19, 2022

The Toyota Tacoma has proven to be, without a doubt, a very popular platform not only for truck toppers and small truck campers, but also DIY builders. In this week’ feature article, we shine the [read more]

Technology

Ditching the Generator for the Alternator in Your Truck

June 28, 2021

The  generator. It’s big, heavy, noisy, smelly, it annoys neighbors, requires maintenance, and is expensive. Why buy one when there are so many negatives? Because we need more energy than our battery, inverter, or solar [read more]

Truck Campers

Steamfitter Builds ‘Geeked-Out’ Aluminum Truck Camper Rig

February 26, 2021

Truck Campers come in all shapes and sizes. From the stately hard-side to the nimble pop-up, you’ll probably find a truck camper that will suit most if not all of your needs. Of course, everything [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Ian Azariah’s ‘Mobile Dojo’ Wooden Truck Topper

November 30, 2020

When it comes to truck camper construction, wood gets a bad rap. That’s too bad because when it comes to wood nothing is more beautiful. The key to wood construction, of course, is doing it [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Scott Mayfield’s Ford F550 Custom Pop-Up Truck Camper

October 19, 2020

One of the things we love about this hobby is getting away. There’s no better way to do that than doing it in a truck camper. Another thing we love is that you can build [read more]

Truck Campers

Brown Sugar Retro Camper is a Sweet Delight

September 28, 2020

The 2019 SEMA show in Las Vegas was one for the ages. It was probably the largest SEMA show ever and was the first to feature an Overland Experience area showcasing rigs of all types [read more]

Truck Campers

DIY Spotlight: Orios Zavros’ EarthCruiser-Style Truck Camper Rig

June 22, 2020

The comparison can’t be helped. When we first saw this rig on Instagram we couldn’t help but compare it to an EarthCruiser. Built by Orios Zavros, of Perth, Australia, this homemade truck and camper incorporates [read more]

Overlanding

How to Build a Real Overland Expedition Truck Camper

January 27, 2020

Few couples are more recognizable in the overland community than Gary and Monika Wescott. In fact, you can even say they’re living legends. For more than 48 years, the couple has explored the world from [read more]

Truck Campers

In the Spotlight: AEV’s Jeep Wrangler Outpost II

June 23, 2018

The 2018 Overland Expo was probably the best overland show we ever attended. Everything about it was perfect—the weather, the exhibits, the classes, and the rigs. Without a doubt, the Jeep Wrangler Outpost II by [read more]

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