For episode Four of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we embark on a Trail Scout Episode, hosted by Sinuhe Xavier. The route begins in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and continues to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and…
While traveling Alaska’s Dalton Highway with friends, I stopped to take in the beautiful scenery and do some fly fishing. Alas, the river contained no fish, but fortunately, I was still able to employ my favorite…
DOD is a Japanese outdoor company that has been making a focused lineup of tents, camp furniture, and sleep systems since 1997. We have generally found that while camping gear from Japan is not always the…
The Tundra is a firm favorite on the forum with recent adventure-equipped examples including this 2001 TRD 4×4 w/ Four Wheel Campers Hawk, 2016 TRD Pro, and 2022 1794 Edition with an Alu-Cab Alu-Cabin. It’s a…
GoFastCampers (GFC) has launched the first camper and bed cap designed specifically for the Rivian R1T electric truck. The innovative, low-profile camper offers an eight-foot tall internal living space when deployed, significantly enhancing the utility of…
When a manufacturer launches a new vehicle, they often invite journalists for a sneak peek at the model before releasing photos and information to the general public. These are always fun events, particularly because we have…
California has become the first state to ban the sale of single-use propane cylinders. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1280 into law, which mandates that all one-pound propane canisters sold in California must be refillable…
Photography by Richard Giordano, Regine Trias, Tim Sutton, Paolo Baraldi, and Ernesto Araiza After traversing over 2,600 kilometers of desert terrain, 128 women left California’s Johnson Valley in mid-October, bound for home. Hailing from 114 cities,…
When NASA needed a camera to capture Apollo 11’s landing on the moon, they trusted one brand—Hasselblad. Chances are you and I will never get to traverse the Sea of Tranquility or crawl out of a…
Colfax Design Works (CDW) has set a new standard with its latest Q.D. camera strap. Built with rugged 1-inch MIL-SPEC nylon tubular webbing and equipped with the proprietary anti-binding CDW Quick Disconnect swivels, this strap is…
The LX 450 carries forward the desirable underpinnings of the venerable 80-Series Land Cruiser but interjects fabled Lexus refinement. It’s a winning combination, demonstrating that rugged backcountry capability and plush interior luxury need not exist in…
In this installment of the Expedition Portal series on brands that inspire us, Senior Editor Ashley Giordano profiles adventure travel gear manufacturer STEP 22. I recently found out, thanks to STEP 22 owner and founder Adam…
RealTruck, a prominent manufacturer of aftermarket products and accessories for trucks, Jeeps, Broncos, and off-road enthusiasts, has announced an integrated partnership with adventurer Bear Grylls and legendary American automotive designer, fabricator, and artist Chip Foose. The…
Big Bend, here we come. Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR) added their sixth BDR-X to an already impressive list of routes. Coming just a few weeks after their lush green Chattahoochee route, this one explores the dry…
MeatEater, Inc. and RealTruck’s Adventure Hunting Rig showcased at the 2023 SEMA Show will be sold through Mecum Auctions, and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to Folds of Honor. If you’re unfamiliar with…
There’s a differentiation between an overland vehicle and an expedition truck. The former generally provides the necessities for life on the road, while the latter offers all the comforts of home. The Ford F-550 is one…
In March, after months of meticulous planning and preparation, the Georgia Jeep Alliance Jeep Club took on the challenge of the legendary Georgia Traverse—a 390-mile route that passes through Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and ultimately, Alabama,…
Honda has recently previewed features of the all-new 2026 Passport TrailSport, a model designed to be its most capable adventure SUV yet. The new Passport TrailSport aims to tackle rugged terrain with enhanced capability, featuring 31-inch…
Meet the New KC Hilites Solar Charge Hub This compact, plug-and-play charging solution directs solar panel energy to 12- and 24-volt vehicle batteries for easy charging and maintenance. Requiring no permanent installation, the hub features magnetic…
Since my Defender entered its third decade, I have begun to consider options for the future of the vehicle. Would electrification bring this classic vehicle quietly screaming into the future, and is electrification a viable option…
The border crossing from Honduras into Nicaragua was an endless line of 18-wheelers at a standstill. Travelers who’d gone before instructed fellow overlanders to reach customs officials by passing the trucks on the right shoulder. This…
