After years of living on the road in my 4Runner, I’ve learned that the right gear can make all the difference. Some things I packed in the beginning ended up being dead weight, while others became daily essentials I can’t imagine road life without. Whether you’re planning a weekend adventure or living on the road full-time, these are a few tried-and-true essentials I swear by.

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