While a pickup truck may be an inanimate object, there is no denying the emotional human-like connection that can develop between owner and vehicle. And that’s exactly the case with Eric’s 2001 adventure-ready Toyota Tacoma. I remember the first time we talked about it on the phone, and despite his understanding that it was time…
Video of the Week: 1990 Leyland Daf T244 Expedition Truck Build
The Leyland Daf T244 is a 4-tonne British Army vehicle that was manufactured in Lancashire in Northwest England. Owner Alex Jackson bought this truck specifically because of its 12-valve Cummins 6BT engine and spent roughly $70-thousand (Canadian) total between the truck and the habitat build. Alex performed a slew of upgrades including adding a custom…
Field Tested: Wild Zora
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2021 Issue. Freeze-dried backpacking meals are an exceptionally convenient way to eat in the backcountry. They are lightweight, simple to prepare, and don’t need refrigeration. Freeze-dried meals have also gotten pretty tasty due to increased consumer demand. However, one thing that manufacturers of…
Destination: Casa Mar, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico
Images courtesy of AirBnb If remote beachfront eco-retreats are your thing, check out Casa Mar in Puerto Escondido, Mexico. Designed by architect Alberto Kalach and located near Hotel Escondido and the Casa Wabi Foundation for Artists, Casa Mar is characterized by natural materials and 360-degree views of the surrounding beachscape and ocean. Amenities…
Loki Basecamp Falcon Series Truck Campers have Arrived
Loki’s transition from building modular showrooms and tradeshow displays to slide-in truck campers may seem a little odd, but it’s certainly not the first business shift motivated by the pandemic, especially in the recreational vehicle market, which is booming. With demand for campers and RVs still peaking, many consumers are eagerly waiting (sometimes over a…
Field Tested: Melanzana Micro Grid Hoodie
Editor’s note: This article was originally posted in Overland Journal’s Spring 2021 Issue. The Micro Grid hoodie from outdoor clothing manufacturer Melanzana has developed a cult following over the past decade and a half. Perhaps it’s because this synthetic hooded pullover achieves the perfect balance of comfort and technical performance or because its two-tone…
Video of the Week: Overland Journal Lexus GX470 Build
On my first trip to Prescott, Arizona, I remember seeing Scott’s 2007 Lexus GX470 at Overland HQ and asking him about it. At the time, I was considering the vehicle for an overland build myself (which I ultimately abandoned in favor of a full-sized truck, primarily because I needed more robust towing capability). Scott and…
Field Tested: Suunto 9 Baro
Editor’s note: This article was originally posted in Overland Journal’s Spring 2021 Issue. Finnish company Suunto has been in the game for over 80 years, making compasses, watches, and dive computers. I owned their Vector, the first outdoor, sports-focused wristwatch that incorporated an altimeter, barometer, compass, and thermometer in one chunky housing. For me,…
#WorkFromAnywhere with GMC and Win a Sierra AT4
June 24 is National Work From Home Day, a slightly strange thing to celebrate given the widespread transition to remote work out of necessity during the pandemic. Despite the sobering cause of this change, the transition to remote work has been welcomed by many. And while skipping the commute is great, working remotely comes with…
Video of the Week: 600-pound ATerra Tacoma Overland Camper
A fully enclosed four-season sub-600-pound flatbed truck camper? Yes, it’s true, and it’s a first for the North American market. The ATerra camper was designed by Tern Overland and is being sold exclusively through AT Overland. After 25 months of development, the main engineer behind the project, David Soza, gives Scott the first glimpse of…
Destination: Sisters, Oregon
If you find yourself in central Oregon and want a beautiful destination with free dispersed camping and plenty of public lands to explore, consider a stopover near the small town of Sisters, Oregon. Located on the eastern edge of the Deschutes National Forest, Sisters is home to excellent coffee and baked goods. It also offers…
REDARC’s New Manager30R Gets Color Display and App Connectivity
The name REDARC is synonymous with off-grid power systems, and the newest version of their fan-favorite battery management system, the Manager30R, has added a handful of new features, including a RedVision color display and app connectivity. *It is also compatible with REDARC’s RedVision Vehicle Management System. The idea behind the Manager30R is simple: bring the…
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Calyx Institute Membership + Alcatel LTE Hotspot Whether you work remotely or just like to have access to the internet while you travel, the Calyx institute has one of the most affordable solutions out there. By becoming a member at the contributor level ($500/first year, $400/year after), you’ll receive a 4G hotspot device (5G is…
Featured Campervan Upfitter :: Voyager Campervans
Voyager Campervans was founded after a 2017 road trip when founder Grady converted and took a van on the road as part of a job with a beverage start-up. The experience of traveling for an extended period of time reminded him of road trips that he used to take with his family (and dog). Grady…
Jeep Wave Members to Receive 6 Months of Free OnX Elite Access
Two familiar names in the world of off-road and overland exploration, Jeep and OnX, have partnered to offer 2021 model year owners six months of complimentary OnX Elite access. The program officially kicked off on June 10 and is a continuation of Jeep’s effort to provide Jeep Wave members with new and valuable member benefits….
Destination: The Shady Dell Trailer Court, Bisbee, Arizona
Photos courtesy of The Shady Dell The Shady Dell trailer court in Bisbee, Arizona, is a little slice of vintage heaven. It dates back to 1927 when it got its start as a rest stop for motorists toting their families, camping gear, and RVs along Highway 80 which runs between Georgia and California. Now the…
Video of the Week: 2021 Sniper X Overland Off-road Trailer
In this week’s video, Scott takes the new Sniper X overland trailer out in the Prescott National Forest for a proper hands-on test. While the profile of this trailer may look similar to other trailers from Down Under, it has some notable differences. The dry weight of this trailer is 1,800 pounds, and with a…
New Airstream Interstate 24X is a Luxury 4×4 Built for Adventure
Airstream, the manufacturer of (arguably) the most recognizable travel trailers on the road, is bringing a new Class-B adventure van to market in 2022 dubbed the 24X. Part of the Interstate product line, which includes three other coaches, the 24X is aimed at the adventure-minded individual, or family, who wants a hearty helping of luxurious…
Featured Overland Trailer :: Oregon Trail’R DoDrop Alpha
Photos courtesy of OregonTrailer.net Raised in the mountains of Southern Oregon, Jon and Sawyer Christianson are the brothers behind Oregon Trail’R. As outdoor enthusiasts, the pair knows what it takes to make an off-road trailer functional and comfortable. Sawyer’s professional building background is in woodworking, and Jon has loads of experience with fabrication, CNC operation,…
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USWE CORE 16 & 25-liter Dual Sport Daypack USWE Sports is a Swedish backpack company that was founded by a group of dirtbike riders. Their idea was straightforward: design a backpack that doesn’t bounce around when you are participating in action sports, like riding dirtbikes, trail running, mountain biking, skiing, or anything else that involves…