In this week’s video of the week, Jessica and Jorge from Live Work Wander join Chris from Overlanding BC for some four-wheel-drive training in their Toyota Troopy. The focus here is on “technique before technology,” which means smart use of gears, selection of high or low-range, and smart line choice before resorting to the vehicle’s…
Featured Truck Camper :: Global Expedition Vehicles Turtle
Photos courtesy of Global Expedition Vehicles When it comes to designing an expedition vehicle that can traverse continents, having experience behind the wheel in a variety of locations is indispensable. Founder of Global Expedition Vehicles (GEV) Michael Van Pelt understands this well. He’s been refining his expedition vehicle designs since the 1980s in an effort…
Video of the Week: Starlink Satellite Internet Service from SpaceX
Is the new Starlink satellite internet from SpaceX the mobile broadband data solution that travelers have been looking for? Well, if we’re being honest, not quite yet. We previously featured the Starlink in our Overland News of the Week column and one astute reader was quick to point out the lack of support for users…
Destination: The Woods Treehouse, Maine
Photos by Media Northeast, courtesy of Nelson Treehouse & Supply For many adventurous souls, treehouses conjure memories from our childhoods, when we would climb high above the world of adults into our own private treetop retreats. And even though many of us are no longer children (on the outside at least), that doesn’t mean…
Ford’s All-electric F-150 Lightning Will Strike in 2022
In the race to bring a fully electric pickup truck to market, we’ve (sadly) seen some flops. But generally speaking, those have been companies starting from the ground up. It’s an entirely different story when an established auto manufacturer like Ford announces their entrance to the EV truck scene. That is to say, the new…
Lectric Bikes Folding XP 2.0 Goes 28mph with 45+ Mile Range
For travelers who are on the road consistently (both weekend warriors and full-timers), having an auxiliary method of transportation like an e-bike can be a fun and valuable addition to your setup. For instance, using an e-bike to scout the trail ahead before committing to hauling your trailer down that new road could potentially save…
Overland News of the Week
Trestle Aeropress K-cup Adapter Let me ask you a question: are you really an overlander if you haven’t added aftermarket parts to your Aeropress? The Trestle Aeropress K-cup adaptor allows you to utilize K-cup coffee pods with your trusty coffee syringe. Advantages? Well, to start, K-cups are pre-portioned and pre-ground which makes measuring or adjusting…
Destination: Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada
Valley of Fire State Park lies just north of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area in southern Nevada. This 40,000+-acre landscape of sculpted red Aztec sandstone, limestone, desert washes, and otherworldly colors is, in my opinion, one of the underappreciated gems in our country’s park system (right alongside Petrified Forest National Park). You don’t need…
Video of the Week: Putting the Toyota Hilux Through the Wringer
Is the legendary Toyota Hilux really as good as they say? The boys at WhistlinDiesel seem hell-bent on determining the answer to that question. But honestly, I’m not sure how I feel about this video. Entertained? 100%, but also a little bit sad to see such a cherry of a truck pushed past its limits….
Dometic Acquires Front Runner Outfitters
There is big news in the world of overlanding today: Dometic has entered into an agreement to acquire the South African company Front Runner Vehicle Outfitters in a move to diversify their offerings while simultaneously broadening their distribution channels worldwide. The move comes after Dometic, a company that is already a household name in the…
Custom Composite Truck Campers :: Bahn Camper Works
The appeal of truck campers for off-highway travel is hard to deny. They are positioned at the intersection of capability and comfort. Truck campers are homes on wheels that can get to the majority of places you’d like to camp. They provide a retreat from the elements, surpassing the protection of conventional ground or rooftop…
Overland Journal Podcast: Episode 45, Interview with Explorer and Archeologist Bryon Bass
In this episode of the Overland Journal podcast, Scott sits down with the “real-life Indiana Jones,” Bryon Bass, for a second interview (previous interview here). This time, they dive deeper into every-day carry (EDC), keeping yourself out of trouble on the road, tools, and watches. We also explore Bryon’s passion for wine, watches, and Toyotas,…
Destination: Cliff Cabin near Mesa Verde
Photos courtesy Glamping Hub The more I search for cabin rentals, the more I find that Cortez, Colorado, has a lot of unique options. Last week I shared this cabin that is located directly adjacent to Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. This week’s destination is similar – a unique cabin surrounded by sandstone rock…
Video of the Week: Baja Like Nowhere Else
Have you ever made the long journey down the 1200 kilometer-long Baja Peninsula? It’s a diverse sliver of land, a spectacular setting where the desert meets the ocean and a rich cultural experience awaits. While Baja has historically seen fishing and ranching as major sources of income for its residents, agritourism is expanding, providing more…
Tommy Campervans and the Hotshot Adventure Truck
Photos by Justin Wade Orton Tommy Campervans is an Arizona-based campervan and adventure vehicle upfitter. Their skilled crew converts standard cargo vans, but they also upfit decommissioned Hotshot buggies for use as overlanding and adventure rigs. To give you a little more context, Hotshot buggies are crew carriers used by BLM and Forest Service firefighters….
South African Surf: An interview with Frank Solomon and Sacha Specker
Photos by Sacha Specker Remote sandy tracks, wild temperature swings, howling ocean winds, and great white sharks are just some of the challenges that South African big-wave surfer Frank Solomon and surf photographer Sacha Specker had to overcome while filming their recent Find Anywhere spot with Front Runner Outfitters. Frank is a pro surfer…
Overland News of the Week
AEV Jack Base for Jeep Wrangler JL or Gladiator AEV’s jack base for Wrangler JL or Gladiator provides an additional 3.5 inches of height for the factory JL or Gladiator scissor jack. This lets users easily change tires as large as 37 inches with their factory jack. In addition to providing extra height and being…
Destination: Canyon Hideout Cabin, Cortez Colorado
Photos courtesy Airbnb Located in Southwestern Colorado, in the tiny town of Cortez, the Canyon Hideout Cabin is a private slice of paradise that you can book on Airbnb. This tiny rustic retreat is located on 80 acres of private land and is directly adjacent to Canyon of the Ancients National Monument. You can literally…
Video of the Week: Van Life is Overrated
Is #vanlife overrated? Jake Frew brings up some great points about living life on the road, be it in a campervan, trailer, or another vehicle like a Subaru hatchback. In my own experience, down-sizing my belongings and moving into a campervan with my partner was a wonderful experience. But just like conventional life, you will…
Win an Adventure Scholarship from Outrise, Titus Adventure Company, and Overland Journal
The new Outrise smartphone app is a social community for outdoor enthusiasts that lets you create and share your favorite experiences, which can be anything from a simple afternoon hike to a multi-day ski trip. Users create and share these itineraries with one another, opening up a world of new adventure ideas. One unique element…