One of the many joys of vehicle-based travel is the ability to spend time in the great outdoors, partaking in activities ranging from riding trails to fishing, camping, hiking, and mountain biking. Adventuring outside has become second nature to many of us, and if our health is sound, we often take this ability for granted….
More Power, Baby :: Exploring Colorado Backroads in a Jeep Wrangler 392
Photography by Richard Giordano We always seem to find ourselves at the brink of dusk with nowhere to camp. Richard and I were parked at a Whole Foods Market in Castle Rock, Colorado, and while my husband scrolled through the iOverlander app, I crammed the last of a Chipotle burrito into my mouth. We hopped…
Overland Classifieds :: 1981 Toyota Sunrader 4×4 RV
Editor’s note: This vehicle was sold while I was formatting this article. Dreaming up an overland build often starts with contemplating whether to use an old or new vehicle as your platform. There are pros and cons to each. Do you have the budget for a new vehicle? Are you comfortable with electronic components versus…
Destination: Peachland, British Columbia
Photography by Richard Giordano Nestled on the western shore of Okanagan Lake, the charming town of Peachland, British Columbia, is located in the south-central region of the province, midway between the sizable cities of Kelowna (to the north) and Penticton (to the south). While Peachland itself is worth a visit, what truly captures the hearts…
International Overland Vehicles of Expo Mountain West 2021
Photography by Richard Giordano Immediately upon entering the gates of any Overland Expo event, I quickly pass by the shiny things, gadgets, gizmos, whatsits, and thingamabobs and head to the Showcase and DIY Vehicle Area. This place feels like home. It’s where creativity comes to life, where travel tales are shared over cans of beer…
Overland Classifieds :: Roamerica’s 2008 4WD Ford Econoline Sportsmobile
I will never forget the first time I entered a Sportsmobile. A group of us were camped in the Bolivian Altiplano 4,500 meters above sea level. The wind howled as fine dust swirled around me, drying out my skin, irritating my eyes, and parching my already chapped lips. Our generous friends invited us into their…
Overland Classifieds :: Mountain State Overland’s 2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail Edition
Whether you’re a Mountain State Overland fan or you’re looking to buy a turnkey overland vehicle located in the eastern United States, your chance to own this 2015 Toyota 4Runner has arrived. Equipped with a CVT Mt. Rainer rooftop tent, an Old Man Emu suspension system, Safari snorkel, ARB fridge, and complete radio setup, this…
Featured Vehicle Interior: Badass Brunette’s 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
Whether she’s skydiving, jumping out of helicopters in a giraffe onesie, or riding her Yamaha TT-R230, at the end of the day, Cristin Whetten returns to the 2015 Toyota Tacoma that she calls home. Known as Badass Brunette on Instagram, Cristin bought the truck brand-new nearly seven years ago, admittedly knowing nothing about offroading, camping,…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport
Here in North America, we have a need for speed. Whether we’re on the freeway, at a grocery store checkout, or going for a run, Daft Punk’s lyrics “Harder Better Faster” pulse through our veins. But the owners of this 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport have another goal in mind: to slow down from a desert…
Overland Classifieds :: 1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with Pop-Top Conversion
With chassis and drivetrain parts shared with the Land Cruiser Prado and Hilux Surf, this 3rd- Gen 4Runner has the potential to be an excellent global overlanding platform. Additional bragging rights include the reliable, powerful, and relatively lightweight 5VZ engine and well-thought-out inside living space. A great deal of money has been invested in this…
Featured Vehicle Interior :: Overland Site’s 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Vehicle features here on Expedition Portal offer a wealth of information about overland builds, including specifications, modifications, and upgrades. While they are helpful in a general sense, I want to dig deeper. I want to know what’s in drawer systems, how dry food storage is organized, what kind of toiletry kits overlanders swear by, and…
Overland Classifieds :: West Elk Wilderness Edition 2013 Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4×4
Hand-built in the Colorado Rockies by the Overlander Global team, this 2013 Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4×4 build boasts a sleek design akin to a light and airy Scandinavian Airbnb. There are several selling points that make this medium-duty cab-over a great fit for living on the road full-time. The fact that it can be serviced…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Ram 2500 with 2021 Hawk Flatbed Four Wheel Camper
If you’re in the market for a full-size truck and camper, this 2021 Ram 2500 with a 2021 Hawk Flatbed Four Wheel Camper might be just the ticket. With fewer than 5,000 miles driven, this truck and camper combo is essentially brand new. The Ram’s payload capacity (4,380 pounds to be exact) and powerful gas…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU Sport with Ursa Minor Pop-Up Camper
While slow travel has its benefits, there is also something to be said about being intentional and efficient with your time. The current owner of this 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU Sport prioritized a slide-out kitchen and a quickly deployable Ursa Minor J30 pop-up camper to make camp life more manageable. Preventing the build from becoming…
Overland Classifieds :: Beartooth Vanworks 2019 Ford Transit with 4×4 Quigley Conversion
The brainchild of yet another innovative Bozeman, Montana, overland establishment, Beartooth Vanworks specializes in custom van conversions. Nicknamed “Orange Sunshine,” this 2019 Ford Transit with a 4×4 Quigley conversion was designed to capture attention. And it does. Its Creamsicle-colored decal feels like a throwback to the ’90s, and the peach accents in the interior create…
Destination: Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick
Beyond the deep, verdant green of the Acadian Forest, past the wildflowers, cascading waterfalls, balsam fir trees, and woodferns, lies a 250-kilometer stretch of rocky shoreline on the eastern coast of Canada that lays claim to the highest tides on the planet. Located between the Maritime provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, the Bay…
“Over 50 Outside” Offers Hiking Sponsorships for Women Over 50
Overlanding is all about adventure, exploring the the backcountry, relying on your own preparedness and resources, and spending time outdoors. Aside from vehicle-based travel, putting boots to the trail is remarkably similar and aims to achieve many of the same goals when the road runs out. Oboz, Osprey, and Outdoor Research, in collaboration with 52…
Exploring the Americas in a 1999 Hyundai Starex :: Interview with Emmanuel Solórzano
Five years ago, Costa Rican overlander Emmanuel Solórzano went camping for the first time. At the site, which was located near Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica, Emmanuel met an American couple who had been traveling in their 2012 4Runner for nearly two years. Ernesto López Pérez and Taisa Welhasch of Overland the Americas shared stories…
Overland Classifieds :: 1995 Jeep Cherokee XJ
Like hair scrunchies and acid-wash jeans, classic ’90s vehicles have become increasingly sought after by millennials looking to return to the influences of their youth. These “modern classics” are basic yet functional but include contemporary touches to make them reliable and comfortable. This 1995 Jeep Cherokee XJ is no exception. In good condition and with…
Alberta Outdoor Adventure Expo Debuts This Fall
If you’re heading to Jasper National Park this fall, you might want to check out the Alberta Outdoor Adventure Expo. The inaugural event will make its debut from September 3 to 6, 2021, at the Medicine Lodge Rodeo grounds near Hinton, Alberta—a convenient hour-long drive from the town of Jasper. The event schedule includes catch…