Near the summit of 7,800-foot Mingus Mountain in central Arizona is one of the country’s most well-known paragliding launch pads. From a dizzying precipice near a stand of communications towers, pilots from the Arizona Hang Gliding…
I’ve been living on the road for more than a decade, and during that time I’ve seen just about every rig imaginable, ranging from under $1,000 to well over $1,000,000. There’s no perfect solution, but after…
Times have certainly changed. When many of us first began overlanding, there were few tools to help locate a suitable campsite, and long driving days often ended early so we could scout the surrounding area for…
Join host Matt Scott in a captivating episode of the Overland Journal Podcast as he chats with EarthRoamer CEO Scot Allen. Recorded at EarthRoamer HQ in Denver, this episode delves deep into the company’s evolution, including…
My friend Steve is a maniac—in the best possible way. When he isn’t saving the world, he’s climbing mountains, skiing remote Alaskan slopes, tearing across dirt trails on a bike, or doing cartwheels in the desert….
The Wrangler Rubicon is undoubtedly one of the best out-of-the-box overland-ready 4WDs money can buy. From the factory, it boasts a body-on-frame architecture, heavy-duty 4WD system, solid axles, front and rear lockers, a sway bar disconnect,…
It’s rare that a Nimbl overland vehicle is listed for sale, but when one becomes available, it inevitably receives a lot of attention. Based in Colfax, California, the company has built a reputation for excellence, with…
Photography by Jason Spafford “I wish my bike were heavier,” said no one ever. Perhaps that was the hardest lesson learned from our four-and-a-year Argentina-to-Alaska ride. For this trip, we are determined to heed that wisdom. Embarking…
Presented by Hankook Dynapro Tire One of the largest Jeep events in the USA isn’t held in California, it is a gathering each summer in the charming town of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The statistics are impressive,…
Editor’s note: This guide was updated in December 2025 to reflect the latest in affordable ADV motorcycles. We now have 10 motos that fit our price point of $7,400 or less. Although CSC’s RX4 is…
I’ll preface this guide by reminding one and all that the greatest gifts cannot be bought. I know it sounds cliché, but it’s true. So, during this festive season, check in with loved ones and make…
The name says it all: The Lost Coast. You might think California is played out and too crowded, but America’s third largest state still has plenty of remote terrain to explore, and lots of places to…
The British automaker Land Rover has formally confirmed that its rugged 4WD Defender Dakar D7X-R will debut as a factory-backed rally-raid contender in the 2026 Dakar Rally and the broader FIA World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). If…
Based in La Verne, California, Wander Voyager is on a mission to create the ultimate luxury expedition vehicle. A disruptor to the segment, the company seeks to redefine vehicle travel with builds that seamlessly blend backcountry…
If you cast your mind back a little more than a decade ago, when Instagram had barely come on the scene, TikTok was the sound a clock made, and XOverland had only uploaded a handful of…
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady speaks with Eric and Brittany of ‘Hourless Life‘ as they discuss their journey full of adventures and unique experiences. Eric and Brittany recount the challenges…
Ram Rampage Debuts in Europe First up in this week’s overland news, Ram has unveiled the Rampage, a compact unibody pickup that’s intended to shake up the European lifestyle segment. Designed to find a sweet spot…
Attending the 2025 Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede took us to charming Pigeon Forge for some southern hospitality earlier this year. The weather was hot, the days were long with summer sun, everything was green and…
Christmas has come early with this extraordinary expedition truck, which merges two esteemed industry leaders. The foundation for this incredible rig is a low-mileage 2024 Ram 5500 (25,859 miles), which has been overhauled from the ground…
Photography by Leander Nardin Looking back on a decade of full-time, vehicle-based travel, my most beloved nights camping in the United States have taken place beneath a forest canopy. With limited exceptions, public forest land is…
Space, the final frontier—and one of the most compelling reasons many overlanders eventually graduate from a fully self-contained vehicle to an off-grid, off-road trailer. For travelers who need room to breathe, dependable storage, and a platform…
