The Overlander’s Kitchen: Gear You’ll Actually Use (and Love)

When the road is calling and the woods become home for the weekend, your gear needs to be simple, reliable, and versatile. We know this too well at Opinel: whether you’re into overlanding, full-time vanlife, off-road exploring, or just camping on weekends, you need tools you can depend on - every single day.

Overland Expo 2025

We were thrilled to be part of Overland Expo West 2025 for our second year. The Expo is an inspiring gathering of passionate adventurers, gear enthusiasts, and overland community members. From the moment we arrived, the energy was electric. It was inspiring to connect with fellow nomads, showcase our favorite gear, and swap stories about life on the road. We were very proud to see our Nomad Cooking best-sellers being featured by the event's organizers as a reference for optimal outdoor cooking.

A Tool That Just Works

Opinel has been making knives in France since 1890, and their design has barely changed—because it works. Lightweight, compact, and beautifully made, Opinel folding knives are ideal for slicing, cooking, carving, and camp tasks. Thanks to the signature Virobloc® locking ring, the blade stays secure whether open or closed—a big plus when you're bouncing down off-road trails or stashing your knife in a drawer in your RV or van.

Compact & Versatile

Space matters when you live or travel in tight quarters. Opinel knives pack big utility into a small footprint. The classic No.08 is perfect for everything from food prep to fire-starting. Need more? The Picnic+ Set adds a fork and spoon for easy meals on the go. Our Grilling Set and the No.10 Corkscrew Folding Knife are favorites for spontaneous tailgating, lakeside dinners, or wine nights under the stars.

Built for Outdoor Life

Whether you're clearing a trail for your rooftop tent, prepping, kindling, or cooking breakfast in the desert, Opinel tools are made for the outdoor world. For the vintage lovers, our carbon steel line will develop a unique patina over time, telling the story of your travels. Their folding saws and garden knives are great for van dwellers who blend travel with outdoor projects or off-grid setups.

Whether you live out of an adventure rig—or just spend your weekends exploring the outdoors—Opinel deserves a place in your kit. From tailgating to trail building, cooking to carving, we have designed products that will elevate your outdoor experience, because being out there doesn’t mean you have to give up on cooking amazing meals, on the contrary!