Question 1

Photography Gear

Accepted Answer

Camera Bodies:
Nikon Z7 (with FTZ adaptor)(https://amzn.to/3oYhVtD)
Nikon Z6(https://amzn.to/3FaJbLm)
Nikon D850(https://amzn.to/3q1vV5a)
 
Lenses:
Nikon Z series 24-70mm, f/4.0(https://amzn.to/3q0Ett7)
FTZ Adaptor(https://amzn.to/3p0FTV4)
Nikon 14-24mm, f/2.8(https://amzn.to/2NOqamd)
Nikon 24-70mm, f/2.8(http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/camera-lenses/af-s-nikkor-24-70mm-f2.8g-ed.html)
Nikon 70-200mm, f/2.8G VRII(https://amzn.to/3q3gLwf)
Nikon 200-500mm, f/5.6G(https://amzn.to/2q3qsMJ)
Nikon 105 micro, f/2.8G(https://amzn.to/3qlTKFd)
Nikon 85mm, f/1.8(https://amzn.to/325QJjI)
 
Filters:
B+W Filters (made by Schneider Optics)(https://amzn.to/3scX6fW)
 • Clear UV MRC filters
 • Circular Polarizers
 • Neutral Density set
Tripods:
3 Legged Thing, Winston (https://amzn.to/3scVenu)(larger, more sturdy)
3 Legged Thing, Billy (https://amzn.to/3IZvP6H)(best for travel)
3 Legged Thing, Mike (https://amzn.to/3q0GeXf)(best for video)
3 Legged Thing, Iggy (https://amzn.to/33FUNYV)(mini tripod, best for phone)
3 Legged Thing, L-Bracket (https://amzn.to/3F3vIoz)(find the one that fits your model!)
Toolz, multi tool(https://amzn.to/33D0CWT)
 
Bags:
Our favorite bags by Think Tank Photo(https://amzn.to/3scWiru)
Mindshift Backlight 36L (https://amzn.to/3p2tbW7)(also comes in 2 smaller sizes)
Mindshift Rotation 180 34L (https://amzn.to/3F4ACl4)(aslo comes in smaller sizes)
Mindshift Ultralight Dual 25L(https://amzn.to/3maYVGH)
Freeway Longhaul 75L (https://amzn.to/3mdwhVb)(also comes in 50L)
 
Lighting:
Phottix M200 LED Light(https://amzn.to/3ywHeGu)
Westcott Ice Light 2(https://amzn.to/3GO3SwT)
Profoto B1(https://amzn.to/3yCi7lI)
 
Other Accessories:
Hoodman Steel Memory Cards(https://amzn.to/3p2vpEX)
Hoodman Eye Cup(https://amzn.to/3p2vpEX)
Hoodman Loupe(https://amzn.to/3saK0jk)
DJI OM 4 Gimbal ((https://amzn.to/3mcgLc5)for phone)
DJI Mavic Air(https://amzn.to/3yzH7d7)
Saromonic RX9 Microphone System(https://amzn.to/31WeETb)
 
Editing Software:
Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud)(primarily Lightroom & Photoshop)
DXO Nik Collection plugin software(https://nikcollection.dxo.com/)

Question 2

Backpacking Gear

Accepted Answer

Backpacks:
Osprey
 
Tents:
Nemo Hornet
Nemo Dagger
Big Agnes
 
Sleeping Bags:
Sea to Summit
Big Agnes
 
Sleeping Pads:
Big Agnes
Nemo
 
Cookware/Food:
Jetboil Stoves
Sea to Summit Collapsible Kits
Backpacker's Pantry Meals
Alpine Start Coffee

Question 3

Road Gear

Accepted Answer

Little Bear (our current home):
nuCamp RV TAB 400(https://nucamprv.com/tab400-camper)
380 watts mounted solar panels
Isabella awning (for 320 (https://allproadventures.com/collections/t-b-accessories/products/deluxe-tab-320-awning)or for 400)(https://allproadventures.com/collections/t-b-accessories/products/deluxe-tab-400-sun-canopy)
 
Rocky (our previous home):
nuCamp RV TAB 320 (https://nucamprv.com/tab-camper)(model U, indoor kitchen, no bathroom)
300 watts roof mounted solar panels
Walker tent attachment(https://allproadventures.com/collections/t-b-accessories/products/walker-tent-with-floor-for-t-b-trailers)
Lund Diamond Plate Toolbox(https://amzn.to/3saMCxE)
 
Tow Vehicle:
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Offroad (https://www.toyota.com/tacoma/)(3.5L V6 Engine, 6400 lb towing capacity)
Sway Control Bar(https://amzn.to/3FaVCXy)
Curt Wireless Brake Controller(https://amzn.to/3maAitw)
(we also love the Tekonsha Prodigy RF brake controller)(https://amzn.to/3IWmFI5)
 
Other Accessories:
Yamaha EF2000iS Generator(https://amzn.to/3IWoy7W)
Jack-it Bike Rack(https://amzn.to/3mbGJfM)
Trimax TCL75 Wheel Lock(https://amzn.to/3m7VBf9)
RV Lock Keyless System (https://amzn.to/3E3XRu0)(only for TAG or TAB 320, not the TAB 400)

Question 4

Trailer Accessories

Accepted Answer

Favorite Kitchen Items:
Planetary Design Coffee Presses(http://planetarydesign.com/?ref=62)
Omnia Oven(https://amzn.to/3se1WtG)
Lodge Cast Iron(https://amzn.to/3q58Mio)
Sea to Summit Colapsible Pots(https://amzn.to/30EewqI)
GSI covered mugs(https://amzn.to/3F3auHh)
 
Favorite Potty Accessories:
Thunderbox Outback Toilets(https://thunderboxusa.com/)
Go Girl female urinary device(https://amzn.to/3Fb4Djm)
Kula Cloths(https://www.redbudsuds.com/collections/shower-bars/products/kula-cloth)
 
Other Favorites:
Teardrop Galley Wing Walls (https://www.teardropgalleywingwalls.com/)(for TAGs or TAB 320 Clamshells)

Question 5

Special Discounts and Links

Accepted Answer

Take advantage of these discounts, and help us out too!
 
Harvest Host:(http://harvesthosts.refr.cc/mandylea)
Camp at beautiful wineries and breweries! Save 15% off your memebership with this link!(http://harvesthosts.refr.cc/mandylea)
 
Red Bud Suds:(https://www.redbudsuds.com/discount/LITTLEBEAR10)
Sustainably sorced 4-in-1 soap. Save 10% with this link!(https://www.redbudsuds.com/discount/LITTLEBEAR10)
 
Showerpouch:(https://www.theshowerpouch.com/discount/MANDY)
Full size body wipes, almost like a shower! Save 10% with this link!(https://www.theshowerpouch.com/discount/MANDY)
Or use code "MANDY"
 
Planetary Design:(http://planetarydesign.com/?ref=62)
All things coffee! Our favorite french presses. Save 10% with this link!(http://planetarydesign.com/?ref=62)
Or use code "10fromMandyLea"
 
Hoodman USA:(https://www.hoodmanusa.com/myaccount_affiliate.asp)
Memory cards, eye cups & loupes for your camera. Save 10% with this link!(https://www.hoodmanusa.com/myaccount_affiliate.asp)
 
Moo:(https://refer.moo.com/s/mandylea)
Our favorite printer for business cards with great photo quality! Save 20% with this link!(https://refer.moo.com/s/mandylea)
 
SmugMug:(https://secure.smugmug.com/signup/form?Coupon=dqjNXk)
Great web hosting and photo ordering site. Save 20% with this link!(https://secure.smugmug.com/signup/form?Coupon=dqjNXk)
 
Shinesty:(https://www.shinesty.com/a/refer-a-friend/redeem/bs7r84efi17vnhc3j4xzj7x2jkse5akdaa4dha3d/3231)
You might think we're crazy, but this is the best Men's underwear! Don't knock it til you try it! Save 20% with this link.(https://www.shinesty.com/a/refer-a-friend/redeem/bs7r84efi17vnhc3j4xzj7x2jkse5akdaa4dha3d/3231)