My Badlands Bronco Sport "Overland" Setup v1.0

[JohnSilver]

It's the last item in their Ultralite series called "Universal Drawer Module". You can configure from multiple sizes which is cool. Mine is 32" deep x 22" wide x 10".

Awesome thanks man, I like that it seems to be easily removeable too! As I would want to use it for some scenarios but not have it actually in permanantly.

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[Chook]

Awesome thanks man, I like that it seems to be easily removeable too! As I would want to use it for some scenarios but not have it actually in permanantly.

And again, the entire drawer is roughly 20lbs. Made from Spanish Birch which is supposedly the lightest in the world.

 

[Sdsret2015]

I'm calling this my 'winter' setup, which allows me to sleep in the back if the weather's bad. A lot of research and thought went into this to get it where it's at, but I think it's an efficient use of space and everything the Bronco Sport has to offer. It's such a great platform and I'm excited to take it to Moab, Valley of the Gods and the Grand Canyon beginning next week. I can provide more details on the setup if anyone's interested.

That is absolutely awesome! Phenomenal!

 

[Chook]

That is absolutely awesome! Phenomenal!

Thanks Sdsret2015!

 

[Chook]

Some images from last nights camp. Slept like a baby.

 

[Bucko]

Awesome setup! This reminds me of the 70 VW Westy I owned prior to settling down. Had great adventures in that, as I'm sure you will have in this setup.

 

[DesertRat19]

Wow that looks like a dream setup to me!

 

[Chook]

A few shots from "Valley of the Gods", Utah this past week.

 

[Chook]

And a few from Bronco Off-Roadeo, Moab, Utah.

 

[Bill G]

Look like fantastic trips — I envy all you folks that can get out there . . . Maybe someday, “God willin’ and the Cree don’t rise”.

 

[Chook]

After rethinking my setup, here's the updated rig:

- Rhino Rack Pioneer platform (60"x49")
- Roam Adventure 95L Rugged case & mount
- Unplug Duffle
- Roofnest Litewing 270 Awning
- New rear folding cargo shelf out of 1/2" birch (6lbs lighter than 3/4")
- New slide out table out of 1/2" birch

As great as the rooftop tent was, for me, it was just too heavy (160lbs). The Sport handled it well, but I didn't like the feel of it up there. So, pivoting to the Rhino Rack, I can move 80% of what I had stuffed in the back, to the roof, and add an awning, for less weight than the rooftop tent.

I plan on doing a lot of solo fall / winter camping, and sleeping in the back was really comfortable and warm. If I go out with someone, I have a few 4 season ground tent options that can be set up under the awning. And with all of the space I have now in the back, I can work on my laptop on the rear shelf, with plenty of elbow room.

 

[V8 Yankee]

Awesome setup, what do pack for cooking and lounging. How does the awning handle the wind?

 

[Chook]

Awesome setup, what do pack for cooking and lounging. How does the awning handle the wind?

I have the Shawnee Hills drawer system on the left side (which I didn't have inserted when I took these last photos) that contains all of my cooking stuff - Jetboil Genesis stove, cookware, plates, 1lb. refillable propane cylinders, utensils, coffee, etc. I also have the iKamper Disco and lightweight Kilos camp chairs that strap down on the top left side of the cargo shelf, above the drawer.

 

[Cactus22]

I love this thread. Versatility in action. I hope to borrow as much as possible for camping trips.

 

[Chook]

I have the Shawnee Hills drawer system on the left side (which I didn't have inserted when I took these last photos) that contains all of my cooking stuff - Jetboil Genesis stove, cookware, plates, 1lb. refillable propane cylinders, utensils, coffee, etc. I also have the iKamper Disco and lightweight Kilos camp chairs that strap down on the top left side of the cargo shelf, above the drawer.

Forgot the mention the awning....I haven't used it in the wild yet. But, it has legs and tie downs for higher wind conditions like other awning have. However, this one is only 28lbs, which is crazy for a 270 awning, and weight is a big thing for me. It has aluminum case with carbon fiber poles. The mounting brackets are well thought out and adjustable so I can open the rear hatch fully under the awning.

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