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)…
2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road DCSB w/ Go Fast Camper :: Classifieds
The Tacoma remains the most popular mid-size truck on our forum, with recent examples including this 2015 TRD Sport, a 2001 with a Hiatus camper, and the legendary 2016 XOverland X3 Meridian. Today’s single-owner low-mileage (42,000 miles) 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road showcases a Go Fast Campers V2 and an impressive lithium power setup….
2001 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Sprinter is a commercial powerhouse and vanlife icon, and more recently the 4WD variant has become a popular platform for overlanding. It’s a desirable choice on our forum with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2017, a 2018, and a 2022. The first generation (or T1N) is considered by many as one of the very…
2022 Entegra Odyssey 25R 4×4 :: Featured Classified
If you’re looking for a rugged travel vehicle that provides all the comforts of a modern apartment, look no further. Today’s super low-mileage 2022 Entegra Odyssey 25R (9,600 miles) is underpinned by a Ford E-450 and showcases a plethora of premium upgrades and a desirable U-Joint Off-Road 4WD conversion. This epic rig was built by…
2006 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ FWC Falcon :: Classifieds
I’ve owned my live-in overland rig for a decade, and during that time, I’ve spent the majority of my income maintaining and upgrading it. At this point, I’m locked in, like a captain bound to his sinking ship, but I often ponder how things could’ve been different. I love my Vanagon but I wouldn’t recommend…