We take one of worlds coolest overland vehicles, to one of America’s coolest festivals.
2012 Overlander of the Year: Austin Vince
Each year this award goes to someone who captured the greatest sense of adventure and inspiration for the community in the previous year. This year we can happily bestow that upon Austin
Carson Valley & Lake Tahoe Adventure Moto
Organizers of the Carson Valley/Lake Tahoe Adventure Moto rally are working to make this annual gathering something big, and they have all the critical ingredients for success
Casner Mountain Trail: A Changing View
While no one likes a closed trail, a trip over Casner mountain gives me some perspective on the issue
How to Cross the Street in Saigon
I started to step into the street, my foot hovering in the air as my knees shook with fright. Heat, humidity, and exhaust fumes engulfed me as the air literally shook around me from what appeared to be thousands of vehicles swirling on all sides of the round-about.
A First Timer’s Impression of Overland Expo
Inspiration at Overland Expo is drawn from vehicles, classes, and foods, but most of all from the amazing people who congregate there each year
A Life at Sea
An exciting change for West County Explorers Club and it’s creator
Money, Fear & Happiness in America
“There’s plenty of time for death.” That even in a world of utter despair, why not live? Which brought up the question of where lies the value in the lives we lead. What are our lives about?
Photo Essay: Four Corners Wanderings
About the Author Chazz Layne is an adventurer, designer, and photographer based in Prescott, Arizona. Since early childhood he’s had a passion for travel and exploration, a passion which continues to fuel both his creativity and modern nomadic lifestyle. In addition to his work in design and photography, Chazz is a regular contributor to Expedition…
Driven to Extremes: New Overland Prime Time Television Series on Discovery
The important aspect of this series is not only the prime-time and global distribution, but the fact that the expeditions are being led by Mac Mackenney, a prolific and experienced overland adventurer from the UK.
Drive Nacho Drive: Searching for Little Cowboy Gil
Follow their adventure at Drive Nacho Drive
Mojave Desert: Beyond “The Road” – Part 2
Not all the water in the desert is just a mirage
Backcountry Trip to Utah Sells the Wife on Overlanding
Forum trip report
How to Make a Jeep Wrangler TJ Ready for Extended Travel
It’s time to explore.
Mojave Desert: Beyond “The Road” – Part 1
The wonders of the desert
The Library: The Poker Bride
West County Explorers
How We Prep for a Trip
A new year brings new adventures. As you go about planning your trips, I thought you might like to see how we prep for ours. If you have any trip prep tips to share, please add a comment. Thanks.
Overland – Getting Started: Where do you want to go?
Answering the most important questions first
Vincent Urban: In South America
via West County Explorers Club: Vincent Urban and his crew of friends have just finished another journey, this time through South America. Last winter I posted his first big video, a beautifully shot and edited Land Rover tour through Asia. This is one equally great. Go Vincent! And thanks again for the tip, Greg!
Driving in Russia
Even with the distinct possibility of death, it is so worth it
Along the Road of Bones, far eastern Siberia