We’ve all heard the stories of things gone wrong, of wives made angry and husbands relegated to the couch. It all sounded so great in the beginning with hopeful declarations like, “Honey, you’re gonna love camping…” But she didn’t love camping, and no box of chocolates or promises of foot massages can make it better….
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Outdoor Retailer 2015: New Toys for Overlanders
Twice a year the outdoor industry convenes on Salt Lake City, Utah to show off the latest and greatest in outdoor products. This year proved once again that the wheels of innovation never stop, and the overall acceptance of overlanding is growing by leaps and bounds. Within the sprawling halls of the event were a…
Big Wheels Keep on Turning: Salsa Cycles Announces the Deadwood
I take the first of many rides to come on Salsa’s latest adventure touring bike.
Sheriff Calls for the Closure of Black Bear Pass to Motor Vehicles
With yet another accident on Telluride’s most famous trail, local authorities suggest it get the gate.
American Overlander: Arizona Outdoor Furniture
Handmade furniture for overlanders by overlanders.
Honda’s New Africa Twin: The Final Details Released
The wait––is almost over.
Trevolta’s Crowd Funded Travel Site Announces the End
Is this the death knell for crowd funded travel, or just a failed business enterprise?
Field Tested: Caribou Luggage Commando Soft Panniers
Soft luggage or hard cases? That is the question. Looking at it as objectively as possible, it is safe to say both systems have their obvious advantages and undeniable foibles. We could go into those pros and cons until we’re blue in the face, but ultimately it all depends on a rider’s needs and how…
Gear Scout: Garmin Epix GPS Watch
The power of satellites perched on your wrist.
Head to Head: Goal Zero Sherpa 50 Solar Kit vs. Anker E7 and 14W Solar Panel
I test two of the more popular power solutions designed to charge small electronic devises. Which one is best?
Field Tested: Filson Dry Duffle
Filson’s elegant riff on the dry duffle is one of our favorite pieces of gear for the year.
Fatty fatty 4×4: Why GVWR matters
Is your rig overloaded?
36 Hours of Adventure: Of coyotes and mud holes
A day in the life of an Overland International journalist.
The 2015 North West Overland Rally Recap
Ask the Overland International team how many events we have attended over the years and we will probably reply with a collective shrug of shoulders. How could we possibly know? From massive trade shows to small gatherings around the glow of a fire, we have attended hundreds of assemblies big and small. So naturally, when…
New Adventure Rider: Selecting the Proper Boots
Foot and leg injuries are easily avoided or mitigated with proper boots.
The KTM 390 Adventure
One step closer to a little ripper we’d all love to have.
Trail Tested: Salsa Cycles El Mariachi
It’s been around for a long time, and still remains one of the best bike platforms available.
Touratech Launches New Accessories for the Kawi KLR
With Touratech’s new line of accessories for the KLR, one of the most popular adventure bikes ever made gets that much better.
La Aduana: The Terminator’s very own Wagoneer
I’ll be back…to buy your bio-diesel Jeep.
The Cutting Edge: Tiktaalik’s Field Knife Set
Recently launched on Kickstarter, the latest product from Tiktaalik is purposefully designed for the overland culinarian.