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I could see the speed/cadence of my flashing for something like that, but mine sometimes does it as soon as I open it. I've also notice that the temp readout on the control panel is not very accurate. Mine typically reads 8°-12° lower than what it is inside (based on a thermometer that I...

Has anyone with a Dometic portable fridg (mine is the CFX-50w) ever had their interior light/lamp flash while the door is open? I'm not talking about the status LEDs on the control panel, but the actual lamp that lights up the interior compartment. It is a steady flash the entire time the lid...

Thanks. I've got an X-Grip for my two phones, but they did not seem to hold the in REach very well. It had come about half way out just going down the mild washboard road from my house. I don't think ti would hold up to a week of Death Valley roads at the end of the month. I do think I've...

At one point RAM made a mount for the 2nd Gen inReach SE (not the SE+) but they appear to have discontinued them. So I'm looking for a leftover some place or more likely, an alternative that would still work. I don't mind modifying the mount some if needed. Anyone have any ideas?

I'm very interested in the campfire in a can as well. What kind of case is that pictured with it and does it come with it?

So I put it together today and I'm pretty happy with it. There were some bad reviews on being hard to put together and not coming with instructions... none are needed and I had it together the first time in less then 5 mins. It does have a little bit of wobble if you rock it on alone the...

Well I went in to REI this evening (sans gift cards so I would not buy something on a whim) to take a look at some of the cook sets. I the GSI set looked and felt pretty nice. I may very well end up getting this with my gift cards. On another note, they happened to have their Kingdom Table on...

Thanks for that heads up. I thinking about driving in to town to the local REI and checking out the GSI cookware in person just because of that folding handle. Space (as well as weight) is at real premium on this trip, so anything that nests or stacks well is a big bonus. I briefly looked at...

Thanks for all the input everyone. I was actually looking at tables similar to that one. It does get quite a few negative reviews about the cross bracing being in the way when you try to sit at it. Since I'm shopping for a 6 day, 3 person trip to Death Valley in my 4 door 2012 Jeep, space...

Of course I'll end up packing something for both of these, but which one do you find more essential for backcountry overland style camping? I have a $100 gift card from work to REI and would like to invest this into either the cook set or table. So which would you pick and why? Feel free to...

Thanks for all the input guys. Things have started to come together pretty well for this trip. I've managed to source an off road trailer and another RTT. Those two things are making things much easier as I can now carry more water, fuel and other supplies. I'll also be able to bring one of...

Thanks for the link. I've seen a video of someone leaving theirs on, but I've not managed (or tried much really) to get mine folded up with everything still in/on it. I'll have to really give a shot as it would make things way easier on this trip as you mentioned. Thanks for bringing this to...

So would you say 10lbs per 3 nights of "low to normal" use? I don't think I can swing the space in the Jeep for that much propane :( I'm assuming that none of the gas stations inside the park sell propane? I'm going to have to fill the Jeep up on the second day in Panamint Springs anyways.

Thanks, that is interesting and not to bad price wise. How big of a propane tank do you normally bring and how long does that last you (I know that last part is akin to asking how long a piece of string is).

That makes some sense on the bigger meal during the day. I was figuring on driving/exploring during the day, so had not really thought about doing it your way. Since there is no need to have the tent all setup, that might still workout while exploring during the day. Pull over at an...

One question I do have is in regards to staking the guy wires for the RTT. Is the ground in DV mostly rocky or mostly sandy? I'm just wondering if I need to upgrade or look at alternatives for my tent stakes?

Ubehebe is on the list and artists drive will most likely be done on our Bad Water leg of the trip. Unfortunately, I just learned yesterday that Dante’s View will be closed when we are there. Thanks for the info on the kid’s book, I’ll have to look for that one and maybe one on animal tracks...

I totally get you on the use of devices on these kinds of trips. My plan is to involve him as much as possible and only allow very limited device time each day. I'm very lucky in the fact that he is an excellent traveler. Last year we did an 18 hour road trip to WI for the family vacation...

I did find a place in Denver that has an off road trailer, but price was about $1000 for the number of days I needed it for :(

Thanks for the link, I'm open to renting some stuff to fill my needs for this trip. That also has the added benefit of getting to try it out before buying it. The grey color for the Odin RTT is what got me looking at that brand in the first place. Matches my Jeep pretty well ;)