Whenever diesel flatbed Ram trucks with Four Wheel Campers combos pop up in the Expedition Portal forum, they usually cause quite a bit of commotion. Perhaps it’s the long life and power that the Cummins delivers or the comfort and relatively small footprint of the Four Wheel Campers pop-up. Or likely, the combination of the…
New Moab City Ordinance Disrupts ATV-related Events
Sand Flats Recreation Area. Photo by Matt Swartz. The City of Moab, Utah, which is widely recognized as one of the premier 4WD and off-highway motorized vehicle playgrounds in the world, has recently enacted a moratorium, temporarily putting a hold on issuing new ATV-related business and event permits. This development has quickly grabbed the…
Destination: 48° Nord Hotel, France
Photo by Florent Michel: Courtesy, Design Boom One part minimalist architecture study and one part wilderness hotel retreat, the 48° Nord hotel in northeastern France by Reiulf Ramstad Arkitecter is a minimally invasive installation of 14 geometric volumes clad in locally sourced chestnut wood. The Norwegian design team was inspired by the traditional Scandinavian hytte,…
Video of the Week: GFC V2 Platform Camper
If you like going fast and light, you’re probably familiar with GFC, aka Go Fast Campers. GFC is a Montana-based platform truck camper and rooftop tent manufacturer making the “most huckable” equipment out there, and they make it all in-house at their Belgrade warehouse. If you are debating purchasing a lightweight canopy camper that won’t…
Overland News of the Week
Ötzi Adventure Gear Spark Flatpack Portable Grill Bringing the barbecue along on off-road adventures can present a bit of a dilemma if you have limited space. But with Otzi’s flatpack portable grill and 9- by 9-inch footprint (when packed flat), there’s no reason to leave it behind. The Spark is made of precision-cut pieces of…
CAKE Develops New “Kalk AP” Electric Anti-Poaching Bike
Swedish electric dirt bike company CAKE, which is on a mission to bring sustainable electric transportation to the world, has partnered with Goal Zero and the Southern African Wildlife College to take on poachers with their new Kalk AP or “anti-poaching” bush bike. Based on the original Kalk platform, the CAKE product team has collaborated…
Featured Flatbed Truck Camper :: Bison Overland Space Wrangler
Photo: CD Davis Pairing a compact camper with a 4WD truck is a capable and nimble approach to comfortable overland travel. But not every truck camper is created equal. Slide-in campers have some advantages, like simple installation, but they sacrifice space due to their integration with existing truck beds, and many are not really…
The Kevlar-Armored M10-P “Reporter” is Leica’s Newest Collectable M-series Rangefinder
I don’t care that the new Leica M10-P Reporter costs $8,795, I still want it. After all, the experience of using a Leica transcends any possible cost, or so I’m led to believe. Ok, let’s be real. Yes, it’s obscenely expensive, but it’s also a thing of beauty. Leica’s new M10-P “Reporter” edition rangefinder digital…
Nissan Debuts e-NV200 Winter Campervan Concept
While the e-NV200 compact cargo van from Nissan has been around for a little while now, this new winter camper concept aims to demonstrate how adventurous individuals or couples might enjoy an emissions-free vanlife in the colder, snowier months. And while it’s a concept and not a production vehicle, it’s certainly interesting to see another…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Ford Transit T350HD Quigley 4×4
If you are looking for a four-wheel-drive cargo van that is ready to hit the road or to be upfitted with additional amenities for extended travel, then this 2018 Ford Transit T350HD with a Quigley conversion could be your dream platform. You may remember that I recently selected the Ford Transit as my editor’s pick…
Boreas Campers Partners with Australian-made Cruisemaster Suspension
Boreas Campers, who made headlines recently with their feature in the new Ford Tremor announcement has another exciting development in this year. Starting in 2021, Boreas will be the first North American off-road trailer manufacturer to feature Australian-made Cruisemaster suspension across their entire line of trailers. Unfamiliar with Boreas Campers? Check out our feature of…
Video of the Week: 2020/2021 Jeep Wrangler Diesel Test
“This motor is awesome! It’s my favorite motor that I’ve ever had in a Wrangler,” says Scott, and he stands in front of the Jeep with a big smile on his face. Of course, he’s referring to the 3-liter diesel motor in the new 2020/2021 Jeep Wrangler. This powerplant produces 442 pound-feet of torque and…
Destination: Kūono Modern Cabin, Volcano, Hawai’i
Photos: Courtesy, www.staykuono.com. The Kūono modern cabin is a modest yet luxurious outpost situated just five miles from Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park in Volcano, Hawai’i. Intrigued? Well, you should be, because this property is located on the active volcano known as Kīlauea, between 3,000 and 4,000 feet above sea level. The Kūono Cabin…
New from RedArc: Tow-Pro Elite V3 Trailer Brake Controller
The newest version of RedArc’s trailer brake controllers, the Tow-Pro Elite V3, has just been released and it’s got some enhancements over the previous version that aim to provide a safer, more enjoyable towing experience. Following the Tow-Pro V2, which received a 2017 Global Media Award at SEMA 2017, V3 features an easier installation process,…
Featured Truck Camper :: Kimbo Camper
Drawing his inspiration from the USS Alabama (a nuclear submarine), Mark King, founder of Kimbo Camper, designed his first truck camper back in 2016. At that time, there was nothing on the market that perfectly met his needs as an inventor and entrepreneur, so he was motivated to create something new. His goal was simple:…
67 Designs is Fighting to Save Manufacturing Jobs in the US
We’ve all been faced with this dilemma at one time or another: buy the “cheap” product that is made overseas (often from a major online retailer), or pay a small premium for a USA-made version. It’s a tough position to be in, especially if you are facing financial hardship or employment disruption due to any…
Destination: Finnish Lapland, Finland
Photos: Courtesy VisitFinland.com The Northernmost part of Finland is known as Finnish Lapland, an area located almost entirely within the Arctic Circle and characterized by pristine wilds, the aurora borealis, and, yes, the official home of Santa Claus. It’s a region of extreme contrasts, a place that seems to unanimously capture the hearts of…
Video of the Week: 2021 GMC Yukon AT4 Overland Test
This video of the week comes straight from the Expedition Portal YouTube channel (subscribe here), where Scott Brady tests the 2021 GMC Yukon AT4 on the red rock trails of Sedona, Arizona. If you are unfamiliar with the most recent version of the Yukon, you may want to read this article first: 2021 GMC Yukon…
Overland News of the Week
Kuju Single-serve Pour-over Coffee Finding the motivation to crawl out of your rooftop tent or campervan in the morning can be challenging. But I speak from experience when I say that Kuju Coffee’s single-serve pour-over coffee is a great motivator to get out of bed. They offer six different options: a traditional light, medium, or…
Featured Campervan Upfitter :: Dave and Matt Vans
Dave & Matt Vans is a campervan upfitter in Gypsum, Colorado, founded by two college friends. Like many who have experienced vanlife, Dave and Matt both found living and traveling in campervans to be a low-cost yet comfortable way to travel in the United States. Ultimately, the knowledge they gained from converting and living in…