As someone who has lived on the road for ~15 years, I totally understand the appeal of expedition trucks. At a glance, it’s easy to assume they’re excessive or indulgent, but this is often in the…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2007 issue, this article is part of that…
Full-size platforms offer significantly more power, refinement, and payload than their mid-size counterparts, making them arguably more versatile for travel. In the past, mid-size platforms countered these advantages with trail agility and lower running costs, but…
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Ashley Giordano interviews Monika and Gary Wescott, seasoned photojournalists with 50 years of travel experience. They share insights into the Turtle Expedition, detailing the custom build and…
Ten years ago, Minnesota wasn’t on my bikepacking radar. Or any radar, really. But love has a way of changing things, introducing your horizons. When I fell for a woman who called the North Shore home,…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2011 issue, this article is part of that…
The Toyota Tundra in any iteration is a pinnacle overland platform and a figurehead of the North American overland community. It’s a vehicle that lets you reach remote backcountry camp spots and, crucially, get you home…
Photography by Chris Collard and Scott Brady To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2015…
The city of Nogales, Arizona, has long been our preferred border crossing as we make our way down, or up, from our base in central Mexico. Yes, the Baja route south is far more fun, but…
Triumph’s flagship ADV mount, the venerable Tiger, has sometimes lagged behind some of its competition from BMW and Ducati in the technology and amenities department: No longer. Triumph has announced the 2027 launch of its fully…
Expedition trucks are a great choice for those planning a big trip, traveling as a family, or transitioning to life on the road. They remove many inconveniences of vehicle travel and instead offer many of the…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2007 issue, this article is part of that…
Illustration by Michele Dallorso To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2021 issue, this article…
I’ve lived on the road for the best part of 15 years, and for the most part I’m very satisfied with my overland rigs. However, I’ll forever be tempted by a full-size pickup with a fully…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2015 issue, this article is part of that…
Working at the Overland Collective, I see thousands of dialed rigs, so it takes something decidedly special to stop me in my tracks, fumbling in excitement to write a cheque. However, it’s perhaps no surprise that…
Jeep Named Official 4×4 of Moab Jeep and the City of Moab have announced a two-year partnership covering trail stewardship, community funding, and local events. Approved by Moab City Council and beginning in October 2026, the…
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes back longtime contributor and former gear editor Graham Jackson as Overland Journal approaches its 20-year anniversary. Jackson recounts writing a major Issue 1 feature on nine months traveling in…
Expedition trucks are ideal for those planning a long-term trip, transitioning to life on the road, or traveling as a family. These 4WD goliaths often sit on heavy-duty commercial or military truck chassis and are over-engineered…
My son is in the market for a lightweight trailer that he can turn into a VR and gaming pad when he is not exploring trails on his ATV. Modern Buggy’s 2027 Hopper Mini XL caught…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2009 issue, this article is part of that…
