Utes as long term tourers

Hi,

I've had great feedback on a similar questions so here goes. We intend doing extensive long term touring in the medium term. We'll need to take everything as we hope to be touring and working for the long term (years). I've thought of using a wagon and ultimate camper, a troopy and camper and now have done a full circle back to thinking about a ute set up with or without camper. The question is regarding the suitability of the ute setups that I'm seeing more of. Basically a full size ute with a large (telstra type) custom made canopy with kitchen, storage, fridges, etc etc on the back. There has been a few articles in the popular mags regarding them lately. Not sure though, do you have any thoughts are they any good?? It's for 2 adults, long term touring and working, off road where possible, they certainly look the goods for accessibilty and space.

Thanks