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Welcome to Christmas 2023, the most wonderful time of the year when you start thinking about what presents to buy your family and friends. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance they love all the gear and gizmos needed to head off on memorable vehicle adventures in 2024, so check out this Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide cra... [read more]

Cinematographer Alexandra Adoncello has travelled the world in an effort to create ‘purposeful and emotionally charged’ content. When not working, she likes to venture into nature in her expedition-ready Defender 110. Front Runner recently caught up with her between assignments.   ​ © Alexandra AdoncelloWhy do you like to s... [read more]

How often have you been at a campsite and seen someone unable to start their vehicle because they have drained the battery throughout the weekend? Or during a cold snap when a neighbor comes knocking on your door to ask if you have Jumper Cables or a Battery Starter Pack because their car refuses to start, and they suspect a flat battery.... [read more]

Most of those reading this are fortunate to have 24/7 access to clean drinking water. You walk into the kitchen or bathroom and turn on the tap, and precious clear H2O flows out in a seemingly never-ending supply. Try crossing the Simpson, Kalahari, Atacama, or Chihuahuan Desert in your vehicle, and you’ll quickly realize that water and Eskimo... [read more]

Hannah Hickam lives in Central Oregon with her much-loved two dogs, Harley and Orion, where she works in child welfare. When not working, every spare second is spent in nature, often only with her dogs as company. She needs these getaways to decompress from her highly stressful job, and she’s at her happiest when hiking, camping, or backpackin... [read more]

Let’s learn from the mistakes of others. Check out 10 of the most common camping mistakes people make and how to avoid them.© Craig Kolesky1. Not prepared for bad weather​There’s no such thing as bad weather, only the wrong gear. How prepared are you for a weekend of camping with 48 hours of non-stop rain? A quick-to-set-up awning on the side... [read more]

Bartek Kolaczkowski is living his best life, adventuring in his much-loved Land Rover Discovery 2 to remote yet beautiful European locations, which he then expertly captures with his camera. These memorable trips involve lots of wild camping, usually miles away from the hustle and bustle of urban living.© Bartek KolaczkowskiBartek proves... [read more]

​Billy Nunweek is a landscape photographer based in Auckland, New Zealand. Growing up, he travelled extensively as his father worked for a global construction company. In 2015, he moved back to New Zealand, where he developed a passion for stunning scenery. To ensure he can get to the right places to capture these magical places... [read more]

Do you like filling your vehicle with kids, friends, family, camping and sports equipment? This means you’re probably often faced with the age-old dilemma of not having enough space to fit them all in. Do you ever wonder about getting a roof rack to solve your lack of vehicle packing space and gear-carrying challenges? ​The... [read more]

Are you ready to hear about a lifetime of awe-inspiring overland and rally adventures? Overland Journal's host, Scott Brady, recently had an exclusive chat with Stanley Illman, the founder of Front Runner, and the stories they shared are nothing short of exhilarating.In this 40-minute podcast, Stanley recounts tales that’ll leave you on the ed... [read more]

We invest significant time and money in equipping our vehicles with essential accessories and gear, making them ideal travel companions. While this works well if you're exploring your own continent, what if you reside in the UK or Europe and wish to venture to Africa, Australia, or South America with your vehicle? Shipping becomes the onl... [read more]

Most people who shop at Front Runner are big fans of camping. They take things like mosquitoes, breakdowns and a bit of rain or snow in their stride, as they have a plan (and the gear) to handle just about everything Mother Nature, their kids, partners and vehicles can throw at them. Vehicle-based camping adventures are much more enjoyabl... [read more]

Yorkshire’s Whitby is one of England's most popular coastal holiday destinations. Think towering sea cliffs, the Gothic Whitby Abbey ruins, beautiful beaches and the must-have fish and chips. This is why the former Yorkshire Dales couple and young entrepreneurs Marie and Lucy have decided to make it their home. Front Runner recently met w... [read more]

Nothing will make you happier than a road, overland, 4x4, or camping trip in your beloved, well-kitted vehicle. But, on the other hand, nothing will cause you more heartache and frustration than having a breakdown and wasting precious hours, days, or even weeks while you try and fix the problem. ​One can meticulously plan the journey... [read more]

When it comes to the world of extreme Big Air kiteboarding, few names command as much respect and admiration as Aaron Hadlow. At just 34 years old, this legendary athlete has already left an indelible mark on the sport, amassing an impressive collection of five world freestyle titles as well as numerous Big Air wins and other accolad... [read more]