Things get pretty interesting at about the seven minute mark in this video. It’s proof you don’t need a Defender to overland Africa. You do need courage, and skill.
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Pilot Circles the Globe – Twice
Adding a whole new meaning to the term “overlanding”, pilot Bob Gannon has flown his Cessna 182, Lucky Lady Too, around the world––twice, once in each direction.
Gear Scout: Pelican 1085 HardBack Laptop Case
Waterproof, crush resistant, and guaranteed for life, the Pelican 1085 HardBack will give you the peace of mind to take your laptop there and back again.
Hutchinson Rock Monster Beadlock Wheels
Simple solutions are often the best, and Rock Monster wheels are if anything––simple.
Rugged Ridge Releases X-Clamp System
Designed to be extremely versatile, the new X-Clamp system is an innovative way to mount lights, cameras, antennas and more, regardless of the vehicle they’re being mounted to.
VOTD: The Lanzarote Effect
Map of the Week: The Middle of Nowhere
Gear Scout: Fast Find Ranger PLB
Released in May of 2012, the Ranger is one of the most rugged and compact PLBs on the market today. While the Ranger is small, genuinely pocket-sized, it does not skimp on power or features.
VOTD: 6×6 AMG G-Wagon in the Namib
Forbidden Fruit: The Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer
Honda spent a considerable amount of time creating their latest entry into the world of big adventure bikes, and it is a finely appointed machine, to be sure
Over-the-Top-Landing in Bentley’s New Falcon
A highly refined, luxury filled, waste of $300,000; Bentley reassures us that money doesn’t buy taste.
VOTD: Winter Ride on a Ural
Our friends at Gear Patrol posted this almost a year ago. Twelve months later, it’s still cool.
Map of the Week: Global Deforestation 2000 – 2012
This is one of the most visually captivating maps we have ever found. Unfortunately, it illustrates the rapid deforestation happening around the globe. A compilation of more than 650,000 satellite images, it tracks the rate of deforestation between the years 2000 and 2012. To view the interactive map in its stunning detail, CLICK HERE.
Opinion: Overlanding or Car Camping and Does it Matter?
The confounding argument of what constitutes overlanding, car camping, and expeditions.
BMW Reports Record Sales with the GS Series Leading the Way
BMW has always been the big mover and shaker on the adventure scene, but 2013 was quite a year for the Bavarian manufacturer.
RTW in a Tuk Tuk
The spirit of the traveler is a wonderful thing on its own, but when paired to a creative imagination and an undaunted sense of purpose there’s no limit to what can be achieved.
VOTD: Earthcruiser
Adventure Interview: Noah Horak
We take some time with Noah Horak to talk about his life and adventures around the world.
Overland Routes: The Cassiar Highway
Winding through the mountains of B.C. is a path of beauty, excitement, and adventure. While many travel this route, few know the opportunities that lies just a few miles off pavement.
Gear Scout: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes
Far from the tennis racket snow shoes of old, the MSR Lightning Ascents are lightweight, aggressive, and meticulously designed tools for the snowbound outdoorsman.