The Land Rover Discovery I may not have the same following as the Defender but it shares many of the benefits and even some advantages. First and foremost, this oftentimes overlooked platform is a budget friendly option with today’s example listed at $14,500 OBO, which is a fraction of the cost of this comparable $43,000…
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon :: Classifieds
The Jeep Gladiator is a favourite amongst the overlanding community and for good reason. It was featured in Expedition Portal’s Mid-Size Truck of the Year with Scott Brady commenting: “In my experience, the Gladiator is all I love about the Wrangler, plus nearly all I love about a Power Wagon.” High praise indeed. In many…
2002 Ford E-350 4×4 :: Classifieds
House prices and rent are increasing at an unfathomable rate and it can be disheartening. Fortunately, there are still workarounds to get ahead and a live-in vehicle is one of them. As a full-timer for a decade, I found that living in a van spared me from excessive rent and allowed me to save more…
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Double Cab w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper :: Featured Classified
The Toyota Tacoma is by far the most popular mid-size truck on our forum, so it’s not uncommon to see heavily modified examples advertised with exorbitant price tags. However, what you don’t see every day is an overland-ready Tacoma built professionally and advertised for a fraction of the cost. Cue today’s low-mileage (47,000 miles) 2019…
Black Bear Pass in a Mitsubishi Delica L300 :: Video
Well, it’s official I bought another Mitsubishi Delica L300 and have subsequently been on a YouTube binge checking out where these vehicles take their owners and gleaming inspiration for my upcoming build. One of the first videos that popped up is not only one of the best Delica adventures I’ve seen but also one of…
1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4×4 :: Classifieds
Over the past few years, the cost of used 4WDs, especially Toyotas, and even more so Tacomas and 4Runners, has skyrocketed. In the past these models were affordable workhorses but with the advent of the overlanding boom these rigs became increasingly coveted for their dependable backcountry credentials. The inflated costs are rough but there’s simply…
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro w/ Super Pacific X1 :: Featured Classified
Overlanding is about experience above all else, but with so many amazing rigs and desirable accessories on offer, it can be easy to lose sight of the big picture. GAS, or gear acquisition syndrome, is something many people, including myself, suffer from. You can end up making impulsive purchases that ultimately detract from getting out…
2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 :: Classifieds
I recently listened to an episode of the Budget Overland podcast, and during their “voicemail” segment, a listener discussed their modified rig’s abysmal gas mileage and how it limited their travels in the hope it would educate others. As a European, I’ve grown up with fuel prices that would shock most Americans, and right now,…
2007 Lexus GX 470 :: Featured Classified
Generally speaking, overland vehicles are not synonymous with luxury. Instead, overlanders seek out platforms with a reputation for rugged dependability and capability that are serviceable in the field (the iconic 70 Series being a coveted choice). However, there are a select few vehicles that provide all of the above while also offering interior luxury and…
2023 GMC Sierra 3500 4×4 :: Classifieds
GMC clearly has its sights on overlanding and has released a series of uprated models designed for adventure travel. The team at Expedition Portal has been very impressed with their rugged AT4/AT4X lineup, including the midsize Canyon and, of course, the full-size Sierra. In fact, we chose the Sierra 1500 AT4 as an Overland Journal…
2003 Nissan Xterra :: Classifieds
The cost of overlanding vehicles has gotten a bit silly in recent years with prices becoming prohibitively expensive. It’s important to remember that this pursuit had humble beginnings and prioritized experiences with loved ones in the great outdoors above all else. Throw a sleeping bag, food, water, and good tunes into whatever vehicle you have,…
2023 Ford F-150 FX4 Off Road w/AT Overland Equipment Summit :: Featured Classified
Ford’s F-Series trucks remain the best-selling full-size lineup in the US by a considerable margin despite fierce competition in the segment. The F-150 is a desirable choice for overlanding with no shortage of inspiration on our forum, with recent adventure-ready builds including this 2022 Tremor, a 2019 with a FWC Hawk, and a 2018 Raptor….
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV “The White Rhino” :: Featured Classified
This is the first Tahoe we’ve featured in our classifieds section, and it has to be one of the most impressive overland builds we’ve ever showcased. There’s a fundamental difference between a rig with big tires and a lift and a vehicle where every nut and bolt from the ground up has been carefully selected…
2022 Ram 2500 Power Wagon :: Classifieds
Occasionally, a rig is posted to our forum that has my jaw agape, palms sweaty, and in today’s instance, I may have even let out an audible “ooooooo.” Sure, overland rigs should first and foremost be practical, but there’s something to be said for a build that you never get tired of staring at. I’d…
1987 Vanagon Syncro :: Classifieds
I recently returned from a 7,000 mile road trip that saw me travel from the UK to Slovenia and then across Europe to the north of Norway in my 1986 Vanagon Syncro. Despite living full-time in this iconic vehicle for a decade, I never tire of its charm. And while it has its faults, I…
2004 Ford E-350 Timberline 4×4 Conversion :: Classifieds
Ford’s E-Series is a commercial icon with more than 8 million being sold since 1961, which makes it the third-best-selling van range in history (only outsold by the Ford Transit and Volkswagen Transporter). These sales figures are a testament to the vehicle’s all-around performance, reliability, and workhorse credentials. Subsequently, there’s a huge online community surrounding…
2014 Toyota Tundra TRD :: Classifieds
I recently listened to Clay Croft’s interview with international explorer and pro photographer Chris Burkard on the XOverland Podcast. During their conversation, Chris discloses that his vehicle of choice for family adventures, commercial work, and overlanding is a Toyota Tundra. He states: “The thing’s a beast. They’re hogs on gas, but there’s nothing I’ve found…
Overland News of the Week
Born Outdoor Badger Bed 25 Kicking off this week’s overland news is Born Outdoor. The company is now supplying a narrower version of its original Badger Bed 30. Expedition Portal’s Garrett Mead reviewed the latter and concluded: “I could not find a single thing to dislike about this bed system.” High praise, indeed. So, what…
2003 Ford E-450 Overland Conversion :: Featured Classified
There are fundamental differences between an overland rig and an expedition vehicle. Generally speaking, the former provides the essentials for living on the road but little else, while the latter offers a more luxurious rolling home. I appreciate these are generalizations, and if you want to get into the real nitty-gritty, I recommend listening to…
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser :: Classifieds
We recently showcased the All-New 2024 Land Cruiser and many observers commented that it was reminiscent of the FJ Cruiser. I agree and it further supports that the FJ remains a desirable and contemporary design twenty years on. This iconic Toyota was first revealed at the 2003 Detroit Motor Show as a concept vehicle but…