It’s easy to become fixated on heavily modified 4WDs and convince yourself that to overland, you need a lifted rig rolling on 35s with front and rear lockers. However, the reality is that most of us will be traversing vast stretches of paved roads and well-documented and accessible backcountry routes. Hence, these “rocklanders” are often…
1991 Iveco Daily 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Iveco Daily is hands down one of my favorite overland vehicles, and for good reason. It finds a sweet spot between a 4WD van and a much larger expedition platform. Subsequently, it provides generous interior living space (akin to a Sprinter AWD or Total Composites box) while still being relatively affordable to run and…
2021 EarthCruiser FX :: Featured Classified
EarthCruiser creates no-expense-spared expedition trucks and over almost two decades has forged a reputation for excellence. Founded in Australia in 2009 and based out of Bend, Oregon, since 2013, the company explains that its ability to produce “world-class” vehicles is the result of “hard-earned extreme field experience traversing some of the world’s most intimidating terrain.”…
1998 Land Rover Defender 90 :: Featured Classified
The Land Rover Defender is an overlanding icon and seamlessly blends exemplary backcountry credentials with charismatic styling. Growing up in rural England, I saw Defenders being used daily by the military, emergency services, forestry commission, power companies, farmers, dockyards, and more. Needless to say, It’s first and foremost a built-for-purpose 4WD and that makes it…
1Up USA SD Super Duty Rack and Add-Ons
My overlanding journey began with long bikepacking trips, so for me, vehicle travel and cycling have always been inextricable. In the past, there were limited options for mounting a bicycle to a vehicle, and many solutions left much to be desired. Fortunately, times are changing, with 1Up USA being at the forefront of the bike…
Overland News of the Week
Arc’teryx Introduces the ePE Beta First up in this week’s overland news, Arc’teryx has updated its best-selling Beta lineup with new PFAS-free Gore-Tex ePE in select models (the Beta Beta Lightweight jackets). Not only does this remove PFAS chemicals from their products but the new membrane provides enhanced performance. It’s lighter and thinner, which allows…
2012 Land Rover LR4 HSE :: Classifieds
I recently spent time in a Land Rover LR4 exploring Norway and was really impressed. The vehicle in question was owned by my friend and full-time traveler Kasper Hoglund, and he has owned and lived in it for the best part of a decade. Despite traveling hundreds of thousands of kilometers around Scandinavia in extreme…
2020 Ram 2500 Laramie Night Edition w/ OEV Camp X Camper :: Classifieds
The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size overland platforms on our forum, and for good reason. We’ve recently featured a number of dialed adventure-ready builds, including this 2020 Laramie with a Supertramp Flagship LT camper, 2022 AEV Prospector XL with an OEV Camp X, and a 2009 with GFC Topper. The benefits…
2006 Lexus GX470 :: Classifieds
The Lexus GX470 is one of a very select few vehicles that successfully blends rugged backcountry capability and reliability with interior luxury and refinement. When these two worlds meet, it can be problematic as the complicated electrics synonymous with luxury 4WDs do not appreciate the extreme conditions faced by overlanders. However, the GX470 proves that…
Outbound Intent – Overlanding West Virginia :: Video of the Week
It’s no secret that I’m a Land Cruiser fanatic, but interestingly, one of my favorite iterations is arguably one of the most impractical, the FJ Cruiser. It’s one of those vehicles that I sincerely lust after, and to this day, I’m still totally enamored. Despite being unveiled two decades ago, the FJ’s styling remains futuristic,…
2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty w/ Spacekap Diablo Camper :: Classifieds
The F-250 is a favorite on our forum with recent examples including this 1997 with a Bimobil camper, a 2018 Lariat with an XPCamper V2, and a 2021 Tremor with a Northstar Liberty camper. Today’s (124,000 miles) 2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty has to be one of the most unique to date and showcases a…
2021 Global Expedition Vehicle Patagonia :: Featured Classified
In the same way that there’s a distinction to be made between a supercar and a hypercar, there’s similarly a differentiation between most premium expedition trucks and those produced by Global Expedition Vehicles (GXV). Based in Springfield, Missouri, the company has built a reputation for producing the ultimate luxury expedition vehicles. Founder Michael Van Pelt…
1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ-40 :: Classifieds
As someone who owns and lives in a 40-year-old overland vehicle, I’m unquestionably a fan of old-timer rigs, but I’m also not shy of pointing out their shortcomings. Fortunately, there are some outliers, which provide all the vintage charm without the constant headaches, and the FJ-40 is one of them. In fact, despite being available…
1992 Mercedes-Benz 1120AF 4×4 :: Classifieds
Here in Europe custom expedition vehicles are commonplace and can be a relatively cost-effective solution for overlanders considering long-term trips or living on the road full time. I have to admit that initially I had reservations about these big trucks and dismissed them as way too uneconomical and impractical. However, over the years I’ve had…
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 :: Featured Classified
The 80-Series Land Cruiser is legendary and finds a sweet spot between mechanical simplicity and modern refinement. Interestingly, while you could option this vehicle with a plethora of modern comforts, you could also specify a Poverty Package, which, as the name suggests, stripped the Land Cruiser back to basics. Toyota recognized that they’d built a…
Goose Gear 2019 Ford Ranger :: Featured Classified
The Ford Ranger is, without doubt, one of the most desirable mid-size trucks for overlanding. In the past, if you wanted to invest in a rugged backcountry pickup, then you bought a Toyota, and while that remains a solid choice, the Ford Ranger has not just leveled the playing field but, in some markets, taken…
2001 Ford E-250 Sportsmobile Agile Offroad 4×4 :: Classifieds
Ford’s E-Series vans have become an unlikely overland icon thanks to 4WD conversions and extensive aftermarket support. It’s remarkable to see how enthusiasts have transformed this 2WD platform into a capable live-in expedition vehicle. If you’d like a better idea of how these vans can be configured for travel, then check out the builds from…
2016 Ram Power Wagon :: Classifieds
The Ram Power Wagon is considered by many as the most capable full-size truck from the factory. Every aspect of this vehicle is engineered with backcountry adventure in mind and has inspired many of the alternative adventure-equipped full-size trucks on the market today. Subsequently, it’s a popular choice on our forum with recent examples, including…
2005 Toyota 4Runner Limited 4×4 w/ 2021 Off Grid Trailers Expedition 2.0 :: Classified
If you’re in the market for a complete overlanding package, then today’s offering could be for you. Today’s (13x,xxx mile) 2005 Toyota 4Runner showcases a plethora of premium aftermarket parts and accessories and is mated with a fully-outfitted Off Grid Trailers Expedition 2.0. The seller states that this offering is being sold as a package…
2018 Toyota Land Cruiser :: Featured Classified
The Toyota Land Cruiser is unquestionably a pinnacle overland platform and perhaps the ultimate adventure vehicle, period. It remains the platform of choice for international travelers, emergency services, and frontline agencies the world over and is widely considered the 4WD by which all others are measured. Today’s super low-mileage 2018 Toyota Land Cruiser (26,772 miles)…