Overland Journal Podcast Episode 220: Principles of Overlanding :: Kurt Williams on the 100-Series Land Cruiser Join host Scott Brady and Land Cruiser legend Kurt Williams on this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast. Kurt, who runs Cruiser Outfitters, shares his extensive knowledge and experiences traveling the world in Land Cruisers. Together, they delve into…
Overland News of the Week
Primus Ulti Stove System 1.0 First up in this week’s overland news is the Ulti Stove System, which promises to be the most wind-resistant and powerful cooking solution the company has ever made. Intended for the harshest conditions, the all-in-one stove can be used with gloves and incorporates a burner that utilizes both catalytic combustion…
Mammoth Overland Unveils WLY Trailer for Extreme Winter Camping
Overlanding in winter can be almost, if not more, rewarding than overlanding in the warmer months if you are well prepared. Suitable clothing, warm boots, and a well-equipped adventure rig can take you to the adventure and keep you safe and comfortable while you are out there. Mammoth Overland has introduced its latest off-road trailer,…
Adventurer Manufacturing Introduces the 80RB Overlander Edition
The full-size American pickup truck is unique. Nowhere else in the world can an adventurer find a vehicle that offers such size, comfort, power, utility, and relative off-road capability. And, if you have such a large and capable vehicle, it is tempting to equip it with a home that can keep you comfortable and safe…
2001 Lexus LX470 :: Classifieds
The LX470 is a favorite on the forum with recent offerings including this 1999, 2003, and 2005. Underpinned by the legendary 100-Series Land Cruiser, the Lexus enjoys the same legendary backcountry credentials but introduces elevated tech and refinement. A few years back, I was exploring the Dolomites in Italy and spent a few days in…
2022 Ram 3500 w/ Bowen Customs Bed and Scout Kenai Camper :: Featured Classified
As we approach the new year, it’s a great opportunity to think about dreams, big and small. With this in mind, I’m excited to feature today’s exceptional and potentially life-changing rig. Cue the Mortells’ 2022 Ram 3500 (63,000 miles) with a Bowen Customs bed and an exceptionally well-equipped Scout Kenai Camper. At $110,000, this package…
Overland News of the Week
2025 Toyota 4Runner Pricing Confirmed In this week’s Overland News of the Week, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner continues its legacy as a durable off-road vehicle, featuring a standard i-Force turbocharged, 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder engine delivering 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. An optional i-Force Max hybrid powertrain increases output to 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet…
Johan de Villiers on Overlanding the Board Room
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 219 Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady as he welcomes Johan de Villiers, an experienced traveler and CEO who has adventured across over 50 countries, climbed four of the seven summits, and explored most of Southern Africa by overland vehicle. Johan shares invaluable insights linking his overlanding experiences to business perspectives. In…
Blanche Stuart Scott: The Original Lady Overland
Photography by the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library and Public Domain Face-to-face with a large lynx, Blanche Stuart Scott’s heart pounded as she gripped the Colt .32 in her hand. “How do you do?” she asked politely, meeting the wildcat’s hazel-colored eyes. She and journalist Gertrude Phillips were amid a vehicle recovery on the way to…
2019 Ram 1500 Classic Single Cab AEV :: Classifieds
The Ram 1500 is a great choice for overlanding with recent adventure-equipped offerings including this 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel w/ Alu-Cabin, 2020 w/ Go Fast Camper, and 2022 TRX w/ Ovrlnd camper. Today’s low mileage 2019 Ram 1500 classic single cab (64,000 miles) showcases a plethora of desirable upgrades and is topped with an ARE…
Turkana Gear Storage Solutions :: Field Tested
Some products are innovative originals, and others are mere copies, no matter how well made. What sets Turkana’s products apart from the rest is that they are built by the salt of the earth—long-distance, intercontinental, two-wheeled adventurers—for the rest of us mere mortals. Handmade in South Africa by the finest craftsmen from the finest materials,…
The BFX is a Compact Hunting and Camping Trailer
It is only natural that the overlanding craze would spill over into other outdoor pursuits such as fishing, dirt bike riding, kayaking, and hunting. All lovers of the outdoors have the same basic needs, and the BFX is a trailer built to satisfy the needs of outdoor enthusiasts and hunters. Built For Xtreme’s latest innovation…
2025 Leatt ADV Helmets
Leatt ADV helmets are on their way to the US, rounding out the company’s adventure gear offerings. The 9.5 Carbon and the composite shell 8.5 are brand new to Leatt’s helmet line and will be available in January, 2025. The Leatt ADV Helmet Kit Rather than selling just a helmet, Leatt offers a kit that…
Emergency Travel: Navigating the Unexpected
As full-time overlanders originally from South Africa, we rarely get the chance to visit our home country, especially when in the far reaches of North America. For a family of four traveling with a pet, flights are long and expensive, especially when factoring in shipping your vehicle, as you must consider your next international destination….
Billy Creech on Overlanding Conservation and Remapping the Old Traction Road
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 218 Explorers Club fellow and former President of the Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association, Billy Creech, is a conservationist, adventurer, expedition leader, author, poet, and father. In this Overland Journal Podcast episode, Billy and host Ashley Giordano discuss the Old Traction Road Expedition and how overlanders can use their wide…
Bikepacking, Hiking, and General Fitness Gift Guide
Presented by the Slinky Stove Collapsible Firepit In this gift guide, I’ll be sharing 15 gift ideas pertaining to bikepacking, hiking, general fitness, and overlanding. These are products that I actively use in the field and believe will provide meaningful value to fellow adventurers. Those who follow me online (@bicycle_touring_apocalypse) will know that I live…
Gerber Overland Bundle – Field Tested
There are a few products that I have been missing in my overland arsenal for a while now: a good shovel, a collapsible saw, and a portable knife that is not an EDC or pocket knife. I have tried many versions of each of these products over the years and have, more often than not,…
The Old Telegraph Track
Photography by Dan Grec and Katie Harris While technically in the driver’s seat, what I’m doing can’t reasonably be called sitting. With the Jeep nearly vertical, the steering wheel is directly below me, and I’m pushing back hard to keep my body off the dashboard and my back against the seat. I can barely see…
2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon :: Featured Classified
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas with cozy nights in, decorations galore, George Michael on loop, mulled wine, and another pinnacle build from Adventure Motors. The company has forged a reputation for excellence and has pioneered vehicle modifications that have since become a staple of the overlanding community. We’ve featured a number of their…
Lightship Reveals the All Electric AE.1 Cosmos Edition Travel Trailer
If you have a champagne budget, taste, and a yearning to hit the road with a camper that is quite unlike any other, we have the travel trailer for you. Lightship, which claims to be America’s first all-electric recreational vehicle (RV) manufacturer, recently revealed the production of the AE.1 Cosmos Edition. Originally debuted at SXSW…