Technology changes everything and provides the types of innovation that ushers in the future. Not long ago, drivers bemoaned fuel injection, then ABS, and, more recently, traction control, and vehicle stability control. All of that technology has transformed vehicle reliability and safety while also (in most cases) improving performance. With current-generation ABS systems, each wheel…
Navigating Adventure
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2020 Issue. As travelers, we embrace the serendipity and randomness of travel, the paper map unfurled on a dusty hood, each direction yielding a wonder. There are also times when we get two flats in one day and just really, really want to find…
The Minimalist’s Travel Knife
As travelers, we always need a knife, but it is difficult to carry a blade that meets all international regulations. For example, knife laws in London are some of the most restrictive in the country, but you can carry a folding blade of less than three inches. Regulations vary widely, but we still need a…
We Are Hiring! Senior Editor 4WD, and Director of Operations
At Overland International, we are grateful to have experienced growth during the challenges of 2020. As a result, we are expanding our team with two new positions. The Director of Operations is a functional and technical role that will focus on solving (in cooperation with our CTO) operational needs through technology solutions. The Senior Editor,…
TerraScout :: A New Clothing Company With Overland DNA
Bend, Oregon, is shockingly beautiful, a remote nirvana positioned between mountains and grasslands, bisected by the Deschutes River and tributaries of breweries and coffee shops. We were in town to test the newest EarthCruiser and were introduced to Rob Williams of Terrascout, a local startup crafting premium adventure clothing and luggage in North America. The…
Exploring with the Hasselblad X1D
The Hasselblad is a compact, durable, and exceedingly elegant travel camera. The dust in the Namib is extreme, a vast expanse of the oldest erg system in the world. We had stopped the diesel 2020 Defender 110 for a moment to investigate a roadside stand of Himba, their handcrafted wares besting anything from Etsy. There…
Building A Wrangler For Someone Who Gives
These are challenging times, with hardly a week in 2020 passing without a notable disruption to normalcy. However, there are also wonderful joys that have transpired, like reconnecting with family, or the daily acts of kindness and sacrifice from public servants, neighbors, and medical professionals. Recognizing this, our team sought out a small way to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD w/Camper (SOLD)
For Sale: 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Crew Cab with Habitat Camper Current Miles: 43,000 Asking Price: $SOLD Owner Contact Details: Andre Status: Vehicle is SOLD, Arizona, with a clean title Trail Modifications Andre wanted trail protection to be a consideration, to shield the expensive new sheet metal and provide proper recovery and jacking points. For…
The Hummer EV is Electric Overland Nirvana
Within a few minutes of reviewing the images and video of the new Hummer EV, I was quite honestly in shock. Not only did the new Hummer look really good, it included a list of attributes, features, and technology that brought the future of electric vehicle travel to reality. To see the vehicle navigating Moab…
Overland Classifieds :: 1995 LWB Range Rover Classic
This Range Rover Classic hits close to home, as it is a vehicle that I owned for several years and sold back to the same traveler I purchased it from (Andy Biggs). Andy spent a few years refurbishing the Range Rover to its current condition, which included significant body and frame restoration. Here are the…
The Lexus J201 (Land Cruiser) Project
There are few vehicles on the planet that have earned the respect of a J-Series Land Cruiser. Having toured the Toyota plant in Nagoya, quality was evident at every corner, even the janitor had the power to stop the production line if something was amiss. While most OEM manufacturers have parking lots filled with vehicles…
Imprisoned in Iran :: The Way Overland is Released
A compelling watch from fellow overlanders that were imprisoned in Iran.
Camp Fare
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2020 issue. While many of us travel with dehydrated meals, a shelf-stable meal can be a good alternative. What they give up in shelf life, they make up for in ease of heating and convenience. Notably, they also require no additional water, as the fluids used…
The Combar Adventurer Tool
Simplicity affords adventure, as the more we reduce complexity, the greater the opportunity for discovery. This is true of most things in our lives, but it is even more significant with the gear we use. Any opportunity to reduce, combine, consolidate, or simplify will typically reward us with more time to enjoy the moment. It…
Field Tested: Grayl Geopress OnePress Water Filter
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2020 Issue. When we travel remotely or in the developing world, it is critical to prepare for accidents, spoiled supplies, and survival scenarios. I started carrying a water filter in every vehicle after a leak in my primary supply tank emptied all of…
Sportsmobile West, Inc.’s License Agreement With Sportsmobile IP, Inc. Has Ended
As a significant development in the overland and #vanlife industry, Sportsmobile West’s license agreement with Sportsmobile IP, Inc. has ended. This represents 30 years of vehicle builds and product development from SMB West, including their targeted focus on building highly capable and durable vans for backcountry travel. Alan and Liz Feld are quite literally luminaries…
The Jeep Wagoneer Returns
The all-new Grand Wagoneer concept marks the rebirth of a classic and premium American icon, providing a vision of what the modern expression of the original ultimate premium SUV can be. The Jeep Wagoneer has always served backcountry travelers, providing the storage volume and payload needed to haul a family or group of adventurers into…
ARB Launches Their New Upper Control Arms
There are numerous reasons to upgrade your suspension, including managing increased load, achieving additional ground clearance, and improving ride/handling/control. As we add additional lift, it often affects alignment, including reaching the limits of factory alignment ranges. This is where the new ARB upper control arms (UCAs) come in. Unfortunately, most aftermarket upper control arms do…
MaxTrax Releases Their Newest Color :: Turquoise
Overland News There are few overland products as recognizable and as universally useful for backcountry travel as a few sets of MaxTrax. For over a decade, we have used MaxTrax for remote travel. And when we needed them, we really needed them. In recent years, they have expanded the product line to include the new…
The World’s Fastest Production 4WD? The Ram TRX
For those looking to cross the Gobi Desert really fast, look no further than the newly announced 702-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX. (Editor’s Note: Manufacturer’s unedited press release below) All-new 2021 Ram 1500 TRX: Quickest, Fastest and Most Powerful Mass-produced Truck in the World With 702-horsepower 6.2-liter Supercharged HEMI® V-8 Engine 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Engineered…