Colorado Names EarthRoamer LTx Coolest Thing Made
The off-grid adventure vehicle, built in Dacono, won the Colorado Chamber of Commerce's annual contest.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce named the EarthRoamer LTx, an off-grid adventure vehicle manufactured in Dacono, the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado. Summit Brick, based in Lakewood, was named runner-up, while a robotic 3D inspection system built in Craig and Longmont won the People's Choice award.
Why it matters
The contest recognizes products and inventions built in Colorado, highlighting the state's manufacturing and innovation sector. The recognition puts a spotlight on a high-end, self-contained recreational vehicle built on a Ford F-550 chassis.
The EarthRoamer LTx starts at $840,000 and offers a 1,000-mile driving range, with customized models priced between $875,000 and $925,000. Summit Brick's carbon-capturing brick removes roughly one pound of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
The players
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
The state's leading business advocacy organization, which runs an annual contest recognizing notable products and innovations made in Colorado.
EarthRoamer
A Dacono-based manufacturer of off-grid adventure vehicles built on heavy-duty truck chassis for extended travel.
Summit Brick
A Lakewood-based company that developed a carbon-capturing brick designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
The details
The EarthRoamer LTx runs on solar power and includes Starlink satellite internet, a California king bed, a full bathroom, a kitchen, and a 42-inch smart TV. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce announced the winner on Thursday through its annual contest.
Timeline
Thursday, November 12, 2026: Colorado Chamber of Commerce names EarthRoamer LTx Coolest Thing Made in Colorado.
Roadmap
The contest has previously honored a wheelchair that doubles as an off-roading machine and a wind- and solar-powered water purification system, following a pattern of recognizing specialized, function-driven Colorado products. The EarthRoamer LTx, a luxury off-grid vehicle, extends that pattern toward high-end recreational vehicles that operate fully off the grid.
For buyers considering an off-grid vehicle, the EarthRoamer LTx starts at $840,000 and customized builds run $875,000 to $925,000, placing it firmly in the luxury segment. Its solar power and 1,000-mile range may appeal to travelers who want to spend extended time away from traditional utility connections.
The takeaway
Off-grid vehicles are becoming a serious niche, but their high price points mean they remain largely out of reach for most buyers. Readers interested in alternative-power travel should compare builds, ranges, and total costs before committing.
Further reading
Explore more on Electric Vehicles and how off-grid and alternative-power vehicles are reshaping recreational travel.
