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A white overland vehicle with a rooftop tent and canopy is parked in a dry, grassy landscape at sunset. Overlanding gear, including a table and chairs, is set up nearby under scattered trees.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear

Head to Head: Roof Top or Ground Tent

Which is better, the roof top tent or the ground tent?

A beige and black duffel bag sits on the ground near a campfire. In the background, an Overlander chops wood beside a tent set up on a vehicle at a wooded outdoor campsite.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear

Field Tested: ARB Cargo Gear Storm Bag

Weatherproof protection for the long, dusty, and rainy road.

An Overlander with a pop-up rooftop tent is parked near a lake at sunset. Camping gear is secured to the back, and a small campfire glows in the foreground beside a few small trees, capturing the spirit of overlanding adventure.

Adventure, Camper and Trailer, Featured Vehicles, Featured Vehicles, Four Wheel Drive, Gear

The Road Chose Me: A 200 Night Review of the Ursa Minor J30 Pop-Top

Testing a mobile abode with a lap of Africa.

A white overland SUV with mud splatters is parked on grassy terrain, featuring a rooftop tent and ladder. Tall pine trees and a scenic landscape with hills and forests set the perfect backdrop for an adventurous overlanding escape.

Camping, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear

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…

Front view of a lifted black Ford van with off-road tires, an ARB Bumper, winch, roof rack, and extra round lights—field tested and ready for adventure—parked on sandy terrain under cloudy skies.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Project Vehicles

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…

Camper and Trailer, Electronics, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear, Gear

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.

A hand holds a small bottle of lubricant near the zipper of a green Foxwing awning cover on an overland vehicle's roof rack, set against a clear blue sky.

Gear, Gear, Skills and Training, Tools, Recovery and Safety

Travel Tip: How to Maintain Your Zippers

Never deal with a stuck zipper again

A white Overland SUV with a rooftop tent is parked on a dirt road surrounded by shrubs and trees, with snow-capped mountains and a clear blue sky in the background.

Camping, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear, Uncategorized

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.

A mechanic in a brown jacket repairs the front of an old, dusty Overlander vehicle with the hood open. Tools and engine parts are visible, while other vehicles and equipment fill the outdoor overlanding scene in the background.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear

Landcruising Adventure: Tips on Buying Starter Batteries

After 13+ years on the road Coen gives a run-down on his experiences with starter batteries.

Close-up of a Toyota’s front grill with two round ARB Intensity LED driving lights and a rectangular LED light bar, all mounted on a black bull bar—perfect for any Overland adventure.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear

Field Tested: ARB Intensity Light Bar

A sneak peek at ARB’s newest way to light your path.

Two overlanders place traction boards in front of a Toyota SUV stuck in deep snow, its headlights illuminating the snowy ground as they tackle winter overlanding challenges together.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Uncategorized

Buyer’s Guide: Traction Mats

Eventually you’ll need to get un-stuck and traction mats could be the perfect tool for the job.

A blue and gray Dometic portable refrigerator sits in the cargo area of a white Land Rover with its rear doors open, ready for any Overlanding adventure outdoors in daylight.

Electronics, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear, Luggage and Storage

Field Tested: Dometic CFX-50 Fridge/Freezer

This price-minded 12V chiller offers great performance at a reasonable price.

A white overlanding SUV equipped with roof storage and lights is partially buried in deep snow, surrounded by snow-covered trees in a winter forest.

Gear, Gear, Gear

Field Tested: Yokohama Geolandar AT G015

Through snow, sand, and mud, Basil gives feedback on switching from a mud tire to an all-terrain

A holiday-themed outdoor overlanding scene with a small red stocking, a book titled Thin Ice, metal water bottle, mug, orange strap, yellow and black scarf, and string lights on a wooden surface.

Apparel, Camping, Electronics, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear, Gear, Luggage and Storage, Motorcycle, Tools, Recovery and Safety, Vehicle Accessories and Protection

Last Minute Gifts Under $50

Great gifts don’t have to break the bank.

A white Overlander SUV decorated with a large red bow and string lights on the front, a spare tire on the hood, and a tag that reads To: You, From: Santa.

Apparel, Camping, Electronics, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear, Gear, Luggage and Storage, Motorcycle, Tools, Recovery and Safety, Vehicle Accessories and Protection

Expedition Portal’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for something to get or give this holiday season? We did the shopping for you.

A black overlanding SUV with large tires, a front bull bar, and roof rack is parked on a rocky trail surrounded by pine trees and greenery.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear, News

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…

A close-up photo of a Superwinch EXP winch, showing its metallic body, blue accents, coiled steel cable, and roller fairlead—an essential tool for any Overlander—displayed on a table at an indoor event or exhibition.

Electronics, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Gear, Luggage and Storage, News, Tools, Recovery and Safety, Vehicle Accessories and Protection

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…

A white Overlander vehicle is displayed at an indoor auto show booth with banners, brochures, winch equipment, and a wooden crate labeled BLAZER on the floor. The booth features COMEUP WINCH branding.

Featured Vehicles, Four Wheel Drive, Gear, News

Head to Head: Roof Top or Ground Tent

Field Tested: ARB Cargo Gear Storm Bag

The Road Chose Me: A 200 Night Review of the Ursa Minor J30 Pop-Top

Buyer’s Guide: Hard Shell Roof Top Tents

Field Tested… A lot: The ARB Bumper

Be Cool: How to Get the Most Out of Your 12V Portable Fridge

Travel Tip: How to Maintain Your Zippers

Gear Scout: Eezi-Awn Releases New Stealth Hard Shell RTT

Landcruising Adventure: Tips on Buying Starter Batteries

Field Tested: ARB Intensity Light Bar

Buyer’s Guide: Traction Mats

Field Tested: Dometic CFX-50 Fridge/Freezer

Field Tested: Yokohama Geolandar AT G015

Last Minute Gifts Under $50

Expedition Portal’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide

ARB Releases 5th Gen 4Runner Bumper

SEMA 2016 Day Two :: Product Showcase

2016 SEMA Show :: Day One

First Look: Magellan eXplorist TRX7

To Bumper or Not to Bumper. That is the Question.