A good tyre pressure gauge makes airing down and up reliable. How to choose one for touring, plus the main gauge types and where each fits.

A good cargo net keeps loose gear contained and stops it bouncing out over bumps, keeping your load tidy on rough tracks.

A tyre repair kit is cheap insurance that fixes most tread punctures on the spot. Here are five types of kit and how to choose the right one.

A snatch block or recovery pulley redirects a winch pull or nearly doubles its power. Here are five types and how to pick one rated for your winch.

Dedicated LED area light makes cooking, setting up and repairs easy after dark. Compare rechargeable work lights, magnetic COB lights, panels and strips.

A folding shovel earns its space the first time a tyre digs in. Here is how to choose one that clears sand and mud without folding up on you.

The cheapest piece of recovery safety kit is a decent pair of gloves. Here is how to pick a pair that grips, protects and lasts.

The strap holding your load is no place to cut corners. Here is how to pick ratchet straps and tie-downs that keep your gear put.

A diesel heater turns a freezing cabin into a warm, dry base off-grid. Here are the main types and five options to compare for your setup.

The moment you leave the sealed highway after dark, your factory headlights become a liability.