Hunter Pauley
Overlander & Endurance Athlete | Whitefish, MT
The Escape Rig: 2021 Toyota Tacoma
As a fully remote worker, Hunter Pauley has merged his passion for the outdoors with a fully remote lifestyle as a dietician and content creator. From braving a night in a fire tower during a thunderstorm to kicking back in a portable hot tub in the woods, Hunter is constantly pushing his limits in the Montana back country.
How'd you get started in the outdoors?
I owned a Subaru Forester XT prior to getting my 2021 Tacoma. With the Subaru, I was able to get into some pretty amazing places to hike, but never was that much into camping. I started going down the rabbit hole of looking for a tent to add to my Subaru and quickly realized I would want something else eventually. That prompted the purchase of the Tacoma and really the rest is history. What just started as buying a bed rack and roof top tent eventually landed me in the Super Pacific X1 camper 3 years down the road.
How have you customized your X1 Camper?
I set up my X1 for short or long adventures all while keeping in mind the ability to camp year round with an integrated diesel heater. The Goose gear system also allows for organization yet enough room for me to still stand, edit, and change inside the back of the bed. Along with the goose gear, I run Starlink which allows me to stay out there longer or in more remote places while still being able to work remotely.
Does your truck have a nickname?
GAINZ
Give us the details on your build:
- Full Dobinsions Suspension with Long travel suspension in the rear
- Goose Gear organization setup in the rear
- 200ah of heated lithium with 2000w inverter
- C4 Front Bumper
- Diode Dynamics Lighting
- Sherpa Animas Roof Rack
- Custom Baja Designs Brake Light
- Lavaner Pro 2kw Diesel Heater
- SSW Off Road Machined Wheels
- Dometic Water Jug
- Dometic Water Faucet
- Overland Pros Wraptor 6k Awning
- JE Design Drip Rails
- Tacoma Diesel Heater Bracket – Tigli Fabrications
- Auxbeam 8 Gang Switch w/ Bluetooth
- NiLight RGB Strips for Interior Lighting
- CO & Temperature Monitor
- Aeronaut Quilt
- Hest Pillows (standard size)
- Starlink 16-foot Cable
- Starlink Router Mount
- 3D Printed Items (Starlink, clips, brake light) – BZShopDesigns on Etsy
What Wild Pursuits do you get up to?
As a nearly "full time" YouTuber, I am constantly getting out and exploring the Big Sky state aka Montana. During the year of 2024, I pushed the limits and spent a total of 124 nights in my X1 Camper. For 2025, I am aiming to knock off some bigger trips and share those journeys on the Youtube platform.
What's Your Favorite X1 Accessory?
The Dometic Molle Panel set up. Makes getting water and organizing gear a breeze.
What's a personal goal you're working towards right now?
Working on building my personal brand more around creating and delivering content. Also working to hit 100 nights in the SP X1 for 2025!
Favorite Camping trip in your X1?
A 3-week overlanding trip through Utah where I visited Zion, Canyonlands, and Moab.
When you die what do you want to be remembered for?
I want to be remembered as someone who was authentic, genuine, a friend to all, and having the ability to make anyone feel welcomed.