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America’s Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023 (AORA) Senators Joe Manchin (D – WV) and John Barrasso (R – WY) have reintroduced this bi-partisan bill in Congress. SEMA and the Sierra Club, among other organizations, support it. It is a wide-ranging bill and includes provisions for modernizing and updating campgrounds and other recreation sites across public…

Toyo Open Country AT/III

Field Tested :: Toyo Open Country AT/III

I have always believed that a person’s shoes are the building blocks of their personal gear. This is a perspective based on form and function. If your shoes look good and can perform, it matters less how your pants look or what logo lives on your shirt. The same goes for the shoes that my…

iKamper Launches PNW-Inspired Roof Tent at Seattle Store Launch

iKamper, the innovative outdoor equipment and rooftop tent brand, has announced the release of its first limited-edition rooftop tent called the PNW Edition. The tent will be available in both Skycamp 3.0 and Skycamp 3.0 Mini models. Based in the Pacific Northwest region of the US, the company has created this unique version to celebrate…

Overland Journal Put Synthetic Rope Winches to the Test. Here are the Results.

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2023 Issue. The year 2009 was a memorable year for many reasons: US Airways Flight 1549 hit a large flock of geese shortly after takeoff and successfully landed in the Hudson River, the swine flu ravaged the world, and Overland Journal printed their 12-volt winch…

All-New 180-Degree Awnings from Eezi-Awn

Equipt Expedition Outfitters has recently announced the release of their latest product line, the Eezi-Awn Dragonfly awning. As the exclusive distributor of Eezi-Awn in the US, the company has once again cemented its position as an industry leader in high-quality vehicle expedition equipment. The Dragonfly is a lightweight and user-friendly roll-up bag awning that offers…

Overland News of the Week

Titus Adventure Company Announces Colorado Ski Camping Guide Using a winter-ready campervan or truck camper to ski is gaining popularity, especially for those who want to enjoy a few days on the hill without blowing their budget on lodging. Fortunately, Titus Adventure Company has developed a guide to ski camping listing overnight camp spots, hot…

Egoe Nestbox Supertramp camp setup

Field Tested :: Egoé Nestbox Supertramp Interior Camping Setup

Our 1994 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear van recently got its first major interior upgrade: an Egoé Nestbox Supertramp camping setup. This compact, smartly designed product provides storage, sleeping, cooking, and washing solutions for on-the-go travelers who use their vehicles as people carriers, off-roaders, cargo haulers, and more. Why choose an Egoé Nestbox Supertramp over built-in…

Take a Load Off :: Overland Journal Editors Test Six Leading Overland Bed Racks

By Matt Swartz and Scott Brady Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2022 Issue. Few vehicles offer the overland traveler versatility, utility, and flexibility like a pickup truck. But that doesn’t mean it’s the perfect platform. Pickup trucks are kind of like a blank canvas, offering loads of potential in the…

Overland News of the Week

CMM Offroad Delete Pro Quick Disconnect Mounting System Tennessee-based CMM Offroad recently launched the Delete Pro Quick Disconnect (QD) mounting system, an aluminum accessory mount suitable for attachment to CMM mirror, A-pillar, or universal mount products for Jeep JL, JLU, Gladiator, and JT models. The Delete Pro QD can hold up to 50 pounds and…

Field Tested :: Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail 225/60R17 Tires

Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail 225/60R17 Test vehicle: 2017 Subaru Forester Limited Starting tread depth: 11/32 Tread depth, 10,000 miles: 9/32 Weight per tire: 29.3 pounds Disclaimer Falken sent me tires to test and review at no cost. I was not paid for this review, and my results are displayed honestly and without influence. I am…

Super Pacific Switchback X1: Side View

Ram 2500 Overland Build :: Super Pacific Switchback X1 Truck Camper

Ram 2500 Overland Build :: Super Pacific Switchback X1 Truck Camper Of all the additions I have added to my Ram 2500 overland build, the Super Pacific Switchback X1 truck camper has been the most significant in terms of size and infrastructure. It provides a variety of solutions for vehicle-based travel, all in one neat,…

Field Tested :: Appalachian Gear Company Utilizes Alpaca Fibers in Its Performance Fabric

  Merino wool is on most people’s radar, but alpaca fiber is one of the new kids on the block of “natural” performance fabric. A familiar friend to those in the Andes region, it is a completely different animal (literally) when compared to sheep’s wool or llama fibers, with a more slippery origin material that’s…

2022 Overland Holiday Gift Guide :: 20 Gifts OVER $100 For Your Favorite Adventurer

Photo courtesy of Featured Friends With December well underway, the countdown to holiday gift gifting season has officially begun. Out of fresh ideas for 2022? We test a lot of gear throughout the year as Expedition Portal editors and have carefully curated this over $100 list of gifts for the adventurer in your life. Whether…

2022 Overland Holiday Gift Guide :: 20 Gifts UNDER $100

With the holiday season upon us, the quest for the perfect gifts for family, friends, and adventurers has officially begun. Featuring cookbooks and knives, whiskey, shot glasses, and blankets, we hope this under $100 holiday gift guide not only sparks joy but offers suggestions to delight even the hardest to please. Whether you’re shopping for…

Thanksgiving Overland Gift Guide

As the holiday season quickly approaches, now is the time to brainstorm gift ideas for your friends, family, and loved ones. The Expedition Portal team has put together this list of overland gifts for the adventure motorcyclist, bikepacker, 4WD enthusiast, overlander, and those who love experiences over things. From memberships to camp kitchen gear, you’re…

Toyota Tundra Now Available with a TRD 3-inch Lift Kit

There was a time when most manufacturers refused to offer lift kits for their off-road-based vehicles. A suspension lift is, however, one of the most common and desirable modifications, and for decades, drivers have been relying on the aftermarket industry to provide these suspension kits. The problem with user-selected lift kits is that they all…

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