King of the Hammers 2025

Ken Hoeve, co-founder of FLATED®, is no stranger to hitting the open road, and his latest adventure at King of the Hammers in Johnson Valley, California, was one for the books. Known for its wild off-road challenges and non-stop action, King of the Hammers brings together adrenaline junkies from all over, and Ken was right in the thick of it.

The journey began with Ken driving out to Johnson Valley, where the excitement of King of the Hammers was already buzzing. As soon as he arrived, the energy of the event was unmistakable—with dirt flying, engines roaring, and off-road vehicles tearing through the rugged desert. Not one to sit on the sidelines, Ken jumped straight into the action by riding his bike across the desert trails, soaking up the unique vibe of the festival. The thrill of the ride and the fun atmosphere of the event perfectly captured the spirit of adventure that FLATED stands for.

After a full day of off-road excitement and biking through challenging desert terrain, it was time to relax. Ken turned his truck into a comfortable mobile camp using FLATED’s innovative Air-Topper® and other FLATED gear. Setting up camp in the middle of the action, he proved that you don’t need a traditional campsite to unwind after a day of adventure—just a little ingenuity and the right gear can transform your truck into a cozy retreat. Under a vast, starlit sky, Ken kicked back, recharged, and reflected on the day’s adventures while the desert night unfolded around him.

IN THIS "ROAD TRIP" ADVENTURE, YOU'LL SEE:

Air-Topper®: The world's first inflatable truck bed cover, providing the best truck bed topper experience with easy inflation, installation, removal, and storage. FLATED has Air-Topper's that fit a variety of US and foreign pickup trucks: Chevrolet Colorado (5' & 6' beds), & Silverado (5.5', 6.5', & 8' beds), Dodge Ram (5.5', 6.5', & 8' beds), Ford Maverick (4.5' bed), Ranger (5' & 6' beds), F150 (5.5', 6.5', & 8' beds), F250-350 (5.5', 6.5', & 8' beds), GMC Canyon (5' & 6' beds), & Sierra (5.5', 6.5', & 8' beds), Jeep Gladiator (5' bed), Toyota Tacoma (5' & 6' beds), Tundra (5.5', 6.5', & 8' beds), & Hilux (5' bed), Nissan Frontier (5' & 6' beds), Titan (5.5' & 6.5' beds), plus many other makes and models like Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Mazda, & Volkswagen.

Air-Deck®: An inflatable raised platform that creates a comfortable sleeping area with additional storage underneath, ideal for camping trips.

Air-Storage: a cutting-edge inflatable cargo box designed to accommodate both wet and dry goods. Featuring three detachable separator shelves, this versatile storage solution keeps your gear neatly organized. With its innovative design, the Air-Storage can effortlessly transform into the ultimate hanging cabinet.

Air-Carrier®: An inflatable rooftop cargo carrier that maximizes your car top storage, ensuring you have enough space for all your gear.

Air-Exec: the latest in inflatable furniture innovation. This set includes four exceptionally comfortable chairs, each equipped with "Fun-Sway" technology, alongside a spacious table designed to host all four chairs. Effortlessly deflatable and packable, this inflatable furniture set is perfect for your upcoming outdoor adventure.

Based in the surf hub of Carlsbad, California, and with a customer service office and R&D center in Missoula, Montana, FLATED continues to innovate, providing solutions for those who love to adventure more easily and more often.

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