It is one of the most beautiful corners of the world and it’s right here in the United States. In fact, it’s a half day’s drive from the Expedition Portal office and a frequent destination for our crew of adventurers. It would be tricky for me to account for all of my visits to this…
Adventure Interview: Lacey and Luis of the Lost World Expedition
They call it the Lost World Expedition, and it all began in 2009 when Lacey and Luis sold everything and hit the road.
Field Tested: Goal Zero Yeti 400
Early last fall I made the decision to upgrade my aging and much-used Goal Zero Extreme 350 with the brand’s newly released Yeti 400. I have used Goal Zero products since they first entered the market and for the sake of full disclosure, have not always had a uniformly positive experience. It was then…
James Baroud Evasion Evolution RTT
There’s a quote that states without struggle there is no progress. Well if putting up your tent and dealing with the wind noise is considered struggle, then the James Baroud is certainly progress.
First Ride: 2015 Salsa Bucksaw Full-Suspension Fatbike
Fat is where it’s at.
Financing Extended Overland Trips: How Do They Do it?
While there’s not one holy grail of an answer to this question, here’s a few ways that real around the world travelers have paid for their adventures.
Then and Now: The BMW GS
With adventure motorcycling becoming more popular than ever, we take a look back at one of it’s most iconic bikes
Gear Scout: A Shovel for the Spetsnaz and Utah Mud
Modeled after those used by Russian Spetsnaz special forces, this shovel can help you dig a hole, chop up wood, or even assail combatants in hand to hand conflict.
Pronghorn Overland Gear’s MFES for the Jeep JK
In the back of my mind, as I walked past a seemingly endless inventory of JK bumpers, was an image of something entirely different, the Pronghorn MFES.
Trail Tested: Thule T2 Bike Rack
As one of the most popular bike racks around, we’re sure you’ve seen the Thule T2 before. Find out how it faired on the trail.
Honda Hints at Africa Twin 1000 for 2015
Could it be that Honda will give us back the beloved Africa Twin?
Field Tested: Touratech’s New DriRide Breathable Seat
There’s not too many things that can ruin a long distance ride like a serious ache in the rear. Making sure you have the right seat is more critics than you think.
Then and Now: The Classic Jeep
From humble beginnings to the off-road and overland icon it is today, we take a look at the history of the Jeep Wrangler
Bikepack Tech: Custom Grips from Imprint Grips
Using a proprietary material, Imprint Grips can be molded to any shape with a simple process using hot and cold water.
Jumping the Shark? Land Rover’s Discovery Vision Concept
A quarter century after its inception, the Discovery is on the precipice of a significant metamorphosis and as if the protagonist in a Greek tragedy, is headed for an imminent and dramatic fall. Or, is it?
VOTD: AEV Desert Tour, Anza Borrego
That looked like a lot of fun, didn’t it?
Field Tested: SOG Zoom Mini Aluminum
Finding an assisted opening knife with the right amount of “assist” can be difficult these days. It seems SOG has taken the time to get it right however with their zoom mini
Road Tested: Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack
We ride the new Caponord 1200… and what a ride it was
Trail Tested: Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel
Four wheel drive, Jeep, and Diesel. Such a sweet combination of words is rarely seen. We check in on our test of the Grand Cherokee Diesel.
Gear Scout: Alu-Box Storage Cases
On any given overland journey, there are a multitude of items on hand which require safe and secure storage. When it comes to hard cases, the Alu-Box Pro is about as nice as it gets.