The Tundra is a popular platform for overlanding with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2013 TRD Supercharged, a 2019 with an A/T Overland Atlas, and a 2018 1794 Edition. The first-generation Tundra is considered by many as one of the best for vehicle travel, and there’s no shortage of inspiration online with drool-worthy builds from…
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2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser :: Classifieds (July 8th, 2023)
It always frustrates me when someone lists another FJ Cruiser on the forum because it once again ignites my desire to own one. I’ve said it time and time again, but damn, the FJ aged like a fine wine. This iconic Toyota is also very capable thanks to a body-on-frame design, double-wishbone front suspension, 4-link…
Land Rover Discovery LR4 & VW Syncro Overlanding by Kasper Høglund
In most cases, it’s a comfort knowing that you’re overlanding with a second vehicle just in case something goes wrong. That is unless the support vehicle in question is either a Land Rover Discovery or a Vanagon Syncro. It’s therefore deeply unsettling when Thunderbird Snapping Crankshaft and HMS Chocolate Gearbox decide it’s a good idea…
2004 Ford E-350 4×4 :: Classifieds
The E-350 is a desirable choice for overlanding, thanks to a wide array of aftermarket parts, accessories, and readily available 4WD conversions. Subsequently, it’s a regular on our forum with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2006 Sportsmobile, a 2001 UJOR, and a 2011 Quigley. In addition to impressive capability, the E-350 offers up to a…
2019 GMC Canyon Denali w/ EarthCruiser Prototype GZL300 :: Featured Classified
We have a vast array of rigs posted to our forum daily so it takes a build decidedly unique to stand out. There’s a monumental difference between adding big tires and a lift and meticulously planning each modification from the ground up. Today’s 2019 GMC Canyon Denali is one such rig where no expense has…
1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series VX Limited :: Classifieds
The 80 Series is a popular choice on our forum with recent adventure-builds including this 1993 FZJ-80, a 1991 HDJ81, and a 1992 HZJ80. However, today’s 1993 example might be the most desirable to date. It showcases the bulletproof 1HZ motor, triple lockers, and the “Active Vacation” Package. This option showcases a cooler center console,…
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser :: Classifieds
The Toyota Land Cruiser is considered by many as the definitive overland vehicle and remains the 4WD by which all others are measured. It’s one of the most popular platforms on our forum with recent adventure-ready offerings including this 1999, a 2004, and a 1998. The 100 Series is one of the very best Land…
1999 Lexus LX470 :: Classifieds (SOLD)
Refinement and luxury are not necessarily the first words that come to mind when we think about overlanding. Instead, most adventurous travelers desire rugged dependability and capability above all else. However, there are a select few vehicles that provide all of the above, and the Lexus LX470 is one of them. This legendary 4WD shares…
2019 Toyota Tundra SR5 4×4 w/ Norweld Flatbed and FWC Hawk :: Classifieds
The term “overland rig” gets thrown around a little loosely these days when referring to any vehicle with big wheels and a lift. It’s therefore refreshing when a build is listed to the Expedition Portal Forum that has been designed from the ground up to be a four-season, go-anywhere rolling home. Today’s example is not…
Aidan Klimenko – Toyota Troopy
There’s no shortage of travel photography and overland content online, which means it takes someone decidedly unique to stand out. The success of an adventure photographer is not guaranteed through beautiful imagery alone but rather its ability to tell a story. The more compelling the narrative and imagery the more it captures the hearts and…
1997 Ram 3500 w/ Alaskan Camper :: Classifieds
We’ve had a number of Ram 3500 listed to the forum recently including this 2004 Cirrus Camper, a 2005 with a Four Wheel Camper’s Hawk, and a 2020 Norweld touring setup. These full-size trucks are prized for their generous payload and towing capacity (up to 3,186-pound payload and 7,900-pound towing capacity), powerful and long-lived motors,…
2001 Ram 3500 Xplorer Excursion :: Classifieds
The Ram 3500 is a popular rig for overlanding with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2004 with a Cirrus camper, a 2015 custom camper, and a 2021 with Aluma tray and OEV camper. This full-size platform is a great option for expedition builds thanks to long-lived Cummins motors, well-equipped interiors, and respectable backcountry performance. In…
Overland News of the Week, June 23rd, 2023
Danner Announces First Modern, Recraftable Hiking Boot First up in this week’s overland news is the Mountain 600 Leaf GTX which represents “a step forward in Danner’s mission to combine outdoor performance with a reduced carbon footprint.” The boot is available for both men and women and can be resoled and reconditioned via Danner’s Recrafting…
2015 EarthRoamer XV-LT :: Classifieds
They say that necessity is the mother of invention. In 1998, when EarthRoamer founder Bill Swails realized there was no off-the-shelf go-anywhere rolling-home for extended off-grid exploration, he decided he’d build his own. In 2003, he built the first EarthRoamer production unit, which was “an all-weather, all-season vehicle designed from the ground up to be…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Land Rover Discovery LR3 (June 20th, 2023)
The cost of used Land Rover Defenders has skyrocketed in recent years, with the divisive new model making the revered older generation a sound investment. Unfortunately, this has meant that for many of us, this iconic platform is becoming increasingly inaccessible, with many low-mileage stock offerings selling for over $50,000 and expedition-ready builds closer to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro (June 19th, 2023)
The Toyota 4Runner is a respected platform for overlanding with the TRD Pro variant being considered by many as the crème of the crop. This package uprates this already capable 4WD with a locking rear differential, skid plates, Bilstein shocks, Crawl Control, and more. In short, it’s a vehicle that from the factory is overland-ready…
Toyota World Runners – Overlanding Mexico Is Not What You Think… It’s Better :: Video of the Week
Overlanding is booming, and there’s no shortage of YouTube videos documenting vehicle travel. Subsequently, it takes a channel and story decidedly unique and inspiring to stand out, and Toyota World Runners are the perfect example. I lost track of how many conversations I heard Toyota World Runners mentioned, and after reading Graeme Bell’s feature vehicle…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Ford Transit Quadvan 4×4
The Transit AWD is hot on the heels of the Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 and it’s clear with the release of the Trail Edition that Ford have adventurous travellers firmly in their sights. The standard AWD model is surprisingly capable on rough trails as demonstrated on the Expedition Portal YouTube. However, this system has its limitations…
Overland Classifieds :: 2001 Ford F-250 w/ Alaskan Camper on an Aluminium Flatbed
The Ford F-250 is a sought-after truck for overland builds with recent examples including this 2021 Tremor with a 2020 OEV Camp-X, a 2006 with A/T Overland Habitat, and a 2009 FX4 Off-Road. This dependable full-size platform provides up to a 3,500-pound payload, 10,000-pound towing capacity, and desirable all-terrain features. In addition, today’s 2001 offers…
UltraRomance aka Ronnie Romance Interview
Legend has it that he invented the wheel during his stewardship of Atlantis and that his golden locks were gifted from Samson himself. His business strategy laughs in the face of search engine optimization, profit margins, and early retirement. Instead, his success is fuelled by a passion for cycling so hot it would make Aphrodite…