When I arrived back in the US after a multi-year journey across Europe, West, and Southern Africa, I stepped on a scale outside a Publix supermarket in Florida. I was amazed to find that I weighed…
I’m a sucker for a photogenic rig, and today’s Silverado is no exception. The full-size Chevy is a popular choice on our forum; recent overland outfitted examples include this 2003 1500HD, 2005 2500HD with a Four…
Toad and Co. was established by Jessica Nordhaus in 1991, starting out of her Colorado garage, sewing toque hats for friends. The first brick-and-mortar store opened in 1995 in Telluride, and since then, the company has…
There’s no shortage of 4WDs suitable for backcountry travel, but far fewer are considered pinnacle overland platforms (e.g., Toyota Land Cruiser and Land Rover Defender). The G-Wagen is undoubtedly one of these illustrious few and was…
BDR Releases New North Georgia Route In this week’s overland news, Backcountry Discovery Routes has released the trailer for its latest route in North Georgia, the Chattahoochee BDR-X. This is the BDR’s 18th route and the…
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 206 Join us on this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast as we sit down with Robert Van den Hoeven, an experienced overlander whose extensive travels span across continents like Africa, Australia,…
Since converting our Land Rover Defender into a camper in late 2016, I have enjoyed almost everything about it, but mainly the space and comfort afforded for everyday living and camping. What we did not enjoy…
Electric vehicles are redefining the overland space and demonstrating that on-road performance, backcountry capability, range, and sustainability can coexist in harmony. EVs are not without their caveats, but to dismiss them for overlanding is short-sighted. Take…
The all-new 2025 Nissan Armada is set to redefine the full-size SUV segment with the introduction of its Pro-4X grade and an array of advanced technologies aimed at enhancing both on-road comfort and off-road capability. Designed…
In May, we wrote about the TruckHouse BCR, a $475,000 (starting price) overland vehicle built in collaboration with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV). TruckHouse has since unveiled the interior of its new Carbon BCR, a cutting-edge expedition…
I’ve long admired the 5th-generation Toyota 4Runner, which has aged like fine wine and is unquestionably a pinnacle platform for overland travel. It’s unapologetically honest, emphasizing build quality, rugged dependability, and practicality above all else, and…
At Expedition Portal, we periodically choose a 4WD that stands out as exceptional for overland travel and build it up as an Overland Journal Project Vehicle. With this in mind, we decided to upfit the Lexus…
Las Vegas-based XGrid Campers has recently introduced the Australian-built Lifestyle Campers Iconn E4 hybrid caravan following the successful US debut of the Fusionn hybrid caravan (the larger brother of the Iconn E4) earlier this year at…
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 205 Join the Overland Journal Podcast as co-host Matt Scott interviews Scott Brady about his journey across Africa. Discover the valuable lessons learned, the performance of the Ineos Grenadier, and the critical…
iKamper has launched its first roof and bed rack system, the Raconteur Rack Series, designed for outdoor enthusiasts. The Raconteur features a steel frame, stainless steel hardware, chip-resistant powder coatings, and high-strength aluminum cross bars. This…
A family searching for a comfortable yet compact adventure trailer has more than a few options available as the US market has expanded to include many domestic and international offerings. While foreign camper trailers are an…
The 2024 CRF300LS is Honda’s latest addition to their 300-class dual-sport line. A lowered version of the popular CRF300L, it’s another step in Honda’s initiative to make motorcycles accessible to more riders. CRF300LS Genesis I tested…
In recent years, the trend of converting vans and SUVs into mobile living spaces has grown in popularity, driven by the desire for freedom, adventure, and the convenience of having a home on wheels. This surge…
The popular Ford Bronco Sport compact crossover SUV is built on the unibody C2 platform, which it shares with the Ford Escape crossover and the Maverick pickup. The Bronco Sport sold just under 130,000 units in…
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 204 Join Scott Brady and Steve Edwards for a bonus episode of the Overland Journal Podcast this week as they explore the highlights of the Overland Expo Mountain West. From new vehicles…
Mars Adventure Gear Cyberlanding Kit Kicking off this week’s overland news is the Cyberlanding Kit from Mars Adventure Gear. It promises to unlock the Cybertruck’s full camping potential and enables owners to configure a setup that…
