Testing a mobile abode with a lap of Africa.
Buyer’s Guide: Hard Shell Roof Top Tents
This article was updated on 06 December 2023 The roof top tent has become an omni-present fixture 0f the overlanding world. As such, we have published dozens of reviews and op-eds espousing the benefits of truck-top sleeping as well as comparative thoughts on soft-sided tents versus their hard shelled counterparts. Without rehashing that debate yet again, let’s…
Field Tested… A lot: The ARB Bumper
The year was 1975, and on the horizon a travel worn Land Rover sent clouds of dust swirling into the air. Behind the wheel, an off-road enthusiast by the name of Tony Brown shifted gears, while mulling over a very big idea. You see Tony was fed up with the sub-par standards of Australian four-wheel drive…
Be Cool: How to Get the Most Out of Your 12V Portable Fridge
These tips are not in most manuals, but they’ll help keep your beers cold longer with less power.
Travel Tip: How to Maintain Your Zippers
Never deal with a stuck zipper again
Gear Scout: Eezi-Awn Releases New Stealth Hard Shell RTT
Eezi-awn’s next evolution in roof top sleeping is as impressive as we expected it to be.
Landcruising Adventure: Tips on Buying Starter Batteries
After 13+ years on the road Coen gives a run-down on his experiences with starter batteries.
Field Tested: ARB Intensity Light Bar
A sneak peek at ARB’s newest way to light your path.
Buyer’s Guide: Traction Mats
Eventually you’ll need to get un-stuck and traction mats could be the perfect tool for the job.
Field Tested: Dometic CFX-50 Fridge/Freezer
This price-minded 12V chiller offers great performance at a reasonable price.
Field Tested: Yokohama Geolandar AT G015
Through snow, sand, and mud, Basil gives feedback on switching from a mud tire to an all-terrain
Last Minute Gifts Under $50
Great gifts don’t have to break the bank.
Expedition Portal’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for something to get or give this holiday season? We did the shopping for you.
ARB Releases 5th Gen 4Runner Bumper
SEMA brought big news from many manufacturers throughout the last week, but it was ARB that really knocked it out of the park with a slew of exciting releases. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you will have undoubtedly seen their biggest additions, a range of new accessories for the 2016 Tacoma, and a…
SEMA 2016 Day Two :: Product Showcase
While most of the project vehicles at SEMA have become the bastions of bad taste, there are still fantastic products and new innovations to be found. For this product showcase, I review some of the more notable offerings. WARN: Each year Warn manages to not only release new products, but also stay true to…
2016 SEMA Show :: Day One
The good, the bad, and the really, really lame
First Look: Magellan eXplorist TRX7
Magellan jumps into the off-road navigation game with a dirt-purposed GPS system
To Bumper or Not to Bumper. That is the Question.
Should you add some brawn to the sharp end of your vehicle, or leave it stock?
ARB Releases Two Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
Don’t let a flat tire be your first and only indicator of low air pressure.
Field Tested: Little Passenger Seats
If you’re going to bring more people, you’ll need more seats.