Photography by Richard Giordano There’s no denying a modern vehicle’s comfort, reliability, and luxury. Safety features are on point, climate control creates the perfect interior environment, and infinite power lies beneath our fingertips, allowing us to tackle many trails and obstacles. But there is something timeless about the classics. They make us smile, instill a…
Overland Classifieds :: 1991 Toyota Pickup 4×4 with 5VZ-FE Swap and Long Travel
The 3rd-Gen Toyota Pickup is just old enough to transport us back to our youth while maintaining drivability features like air-conditioning, electronic fuel injection, independent front suspension, decent brakes, and ample payload capacity. Regardless of the positive attributes, there are a handful of nagging issues that owners often seek to improve. One is to increase…
44,000 Kilometers on a Vespa Scooter :: Interview with Juvena, The Wandering Wasp
“Sometimes I think, what the [expletive] am I doing here!?” As Juvena Huang speaks to the camera, one of the highest drivable tracks in the world lies behind her, looking more like a sheet of ice than a road. She’s driving to Khardung Pass in Ladakh, India, which tops out at 18,380 feet of elevation….
Rossmönster Overland Launches Lagom Truck Camper Series
Inspired by the Swedish word lagom, which means “just the right amount,” Rossmönster Overland recently launched their latest offering, the Lagom Series topper. Constructed with a quick and easy-to-use aluminum hard-walled folding system, the camper is four-season capable and offers full access to the truck bed. Featuring full-length front and rear window panes and locking…
Outdoor Adventure X Launching at Snowbasin Resort in 2023
Outdoor expo enthusiasts can look forward to a new experience-based consumer festival scheduled for June 16 to 18, 2023, at the Snowbasin Resort in Huntsville, Utah. The three-day Outdoor Adventure X event will offer hands-on outdoor product experiences catering to campers, climbers, cyclists, hikers, overlanders, and more, along with education, advocacy programs, live music, films,…
Win a Ford F-150 Raptor and Support Military Families Pursuing Their Dreams
Behind every fallen or injured soldier lies a family profoundly impacted by the loss. Non-profit organization Folds of Honor provides educational scholarships to military survivors to help the spouses and children of America’s fallen and disabled service members. To support these families, Folds of Honor is offering the chance to win a Ford F-150 Raptor….
Feature Vehicle Interior :: 4×4 Panda’s 1998 Puch 290 GD Mercedes G-Wagon
Many overlanders find that much of the fun begins once the shifter is secured in Park. For Austrians Birgit and Klemens (known online as 4×4 Panda), their 1998 Puch 290 GD Mercedes G-Wagon is the vessel that transports them to trailheads, crags, and ski hills, where they mountaineer, ski tour, and rock and ice climb….
Overland Classifieds :: 2004 4×4 Ford F-550 “MuseRoamer”
If you are an Overland Journal fan, you might recognize this build from our Summer 2021 issue. If you’re a YouTube subscriber, you might be familiar with the Tiny Home Adventure series, where Andrew Muse has documented the build process of this expedition truck. Either way, this 2004 4×4 Ford F-550 “MuseRoamer” is up for…
Check Out These Truck Campers from Overland Expo West 2022
Overland Expo West provides prospective customers with the opportunity to get up close and personal with mythical big-ticket items they’ve only seen online. There’s no alternative to quality time spent examining the construction of a rooftop tent, recovery kit, or the latest overland accessories in person. Truck campers are no exception, and this year’s Expo…
Overland Classifieds :: 1998 Mitsubishi Montero
While the second-hand SUV market continues to burn hotter than Hades, finding a well-maintained Toyota for a reasonable price is like finding a needle in a haystack. Perhaps you’re looking for something similar in size to the 3rd Gen 4Runner or 80-Series Land Cruiser, something that you can trust and that performs well off-pavement. When…
Senior Editor Ashley Giordano’s Overland Gear Picks from Expo West 2022
Event ticket holders, exhibitors, international overlanders, avid campers, and off-road enthusiasts attend Overland Expo West for many different reasons. Some seek the ultimate vehicle build for their next adventure, while others are eager to teach, learn, or test their chops at the dusty motorcycle demo or vehicle expedition skills area. And with over 400 exhibitors,…
Redarc Launches Pure Sine Wave Inverters in North America
Lead photograph by Richard Giordano With the North American launch of a new pure sine wave inverters, Redarc is one step closer to being a one-stop-shop for power management technology and off-grid overlanding solutions. The new line includes 400-, 1,000- and 1,500-watt outputs and two industrial-grade inverters with 2,000- and 3,000-watt output capabilities. Pure sine…
Snow Peak Launches Community Campout to Support Inclusivity in the Outdoors
In an effort to support those experiencing barriers to accessing nature, Snow Peak has launched Campout for Good, an impact-focused community campaign uniting campers across the United States to help create a more accessible and inclusive outdoor environment for all. Registration is free and includes access to exclusive content, a Camp Guide to inspire this…
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Cover image: Screen shot of 2022 Nissan Frontier advertisement Quick cuts of rocks tumbling, water splashing, and dirt flying meld together as actress Brie Larson navigates a 2022 Nissan Frontier pickup over rough, off-pavement terrain. A fast, aggressive electric guitar riff screams in the background as the truck enters a brown-hued stream, waves rippling beneath…
1997 Ford F-350 XLT w/ Flatbed Camper Conversion
We’ve featured several Ford F-250 and F-350 models over the past months, but this 1997 Ford F-350 XLT is a different kind of beast. While it might not have the creature comforts of newer models, this build features a classic body style and a reliable power plant in the 7.3-liter diesel engine. The flatbed camper…
Through Algeria and Tunisia on a Motor-bicycle with Lady Warren
Lead photo courtesy of Through Algeria & Tunisia on a Motor-bicycle “When the wandering spirit stirs him, lucky is he who can yield to the lure. There are probably few people, to whom travelling is even remotely possible, who have not felt the longing to feel and see the romance unfolded by travellers’ tales. To…
Overland Classifieds :: Nitro Gear’s 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser Troopy HDJ75
Carl Montoya’s 1987 Land Cruiser Troopy is what dreams are made of. This build offers the attributes you want (or need) in a long-term overland vehicle. Significant preventative maintenance has been completed to ensure reliability. A nimble chassis featuring Old Man Emu leaf springs, BP-51 shocks, and a pair of ARB Air Lockers provide all…
Far Bank Fly Fishing School Offers First Season of Free Educational Videos
While fly fishing might not be the first thing that comes to mind regarding online education, Far Bank is changing the narrative when it comes to what is possible. The fly fishing school recently launched its first season of a free, comprehensive, and feature-film quality educational fishing series hosted by renowned fly casting expert Simon…
Overland Classifieds :: These Adventure Bikes are for Sale in South Africa
Maybe you’ve heard of Lesotho’s legendary high road passes, dreamt about the geological wonderland of the Klein Karoo province, or are eager to ride to the Cape of Good Hope, finally ticking this item off your bucket list. If a fly-and-buy trip to South Africa seems tempting, one of these adventure bikes might be your…
AT Overland’s Aterra XL Flatbed Camper
Photography by Richard Giordano While I’m tucked into the warm camper bed, the wind howls outside. I don’t have to worry about an unattended ground tent liberating itself from the ground and tumbling away, nor any rooftop tent canvas flapping. I’m enveloped in a motionless cocoon, like a caterpillar protected against the elements. Ponderosa pines…