Coen Wubbels lived a life defined by curiosity, creativity, and an unwavering belief that the world was meant to be explored—not rushed through. Best known as Landcruising Adventure, Coen and his partner, Karin-Marijke Vis, left the Netherlands in 2003 in a LWB 45-Series Toyota Land Cruiser, setting out on what was meant to be a…
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Celebration of Life: Tim Slessor, First Overland Pioneer, Author, and Documentary Producer
Photography by Antony Barrington Brown and Léopold Belanger/Grammar Productions The world mourns the passing of Tim Slessor, the intrepid British filmmaker, travel writer, and documentary maker whose life was defined by curiosity, courage, and an enduring love of adventure. Slessor, who died on April 5, 2026, at the age of 94, will be remembered for…
Celebration of Life: Sam Correro, TransAmerica Trail Creator and ADV Legend
Photo by Marianne Todd Sam Correro, visionary motorcyclist and creator of the TransAmerica Trail (TAT), died on March 7, leaving behind one of the most influential routes in adventure motorcycling. He had retired only months earlier at age 86 after decades devoted to mapping and maintaining the trail. While Correro worked professionally as a pharmacist,…
Year Two of The Big Thing Is On!
After a massively successful inaugural year in 2025, Overland Collective’s The Big Thing is back at the XOverland Ranch for a second go. Situated on 500 acres in Montana’s Yellowstone Country, this community-focused event will again feature world-class trainers providing hands-on instruction in areas like expedition prep, recovery, overland cookery, and out on the test…
Jacob Delacruz Explores the Smoky Mountains with Hankook Tires
In the heart of Tennessee’s rugged landscape, Jacob Delacruz embarked on an exhilarating off-road journey up Hall Top Road in the Smoky Mountains. The destination was just south of the French Broad River, reached by navigating challenging bypasses and enjoying the breathtaking views that opened up along the way. This adventure was not just a…
Celebration of Life: Stacey Tourout and Matthew Yeomans of Toyota World Runners
Stacey Tourout and Matthew Yeomans, creators behind the YouTube channel Toyota World Runners, tragically died on August 7, 2025, in a remote off-road accident in the Purcell Range of British Columbia. Hailing from Nanaimo, BC, Stacey and Matthew built a devoted following by documenting their adventurous life, including building the world’s first Land Cruiser Chinook…
8 Overland Hacks Under $50 That Will Change Your World
Cover photo: Chris Cordes The dog days of summer have arrived, bringing adventures big and small. Long weekends and holidays mean we spend more time outdoors, seeking the coolness of mountain rivers, splashing in alpine lakes, or heading out on a trail, whether on foot, by bike, or by vehicle. Most of us use our…
Sierra Trek Adds New Adventure Trips for August 2025
Established in 1967, Sierra Trek has become an annual destination for families across the West, and this year they are pulling out all the stops by adding four new Platinum trips. The event takes place in the Sierra Nevada north of Truckee, California, with a base camp placed on the cornerstones of the 1862 mining…
10 Overland Hacks Under $50 That Will Change Your World
Sometimes, the simplest, most inexpensive items can make a difference in your overland setup. Whether it’s a clever storage fix, a time-saving tool, or a piece of gear that solves an everyday frustration, these budget-friendly finds can seriously improve life on the road. In fact, some of these items were so effective that multiple Expedition…
Celebration of Life: Glenna Barron (1958 – 2024)
The Celebration of Life page is a tribute to the adventurers, explorers, and members of the overlanding community who have passed. Here, we share their stories, memories, and the impact they made on us as humans and as overlanders. Who can be honored? Those who were active overlanders or former travelers limited by life circumstances…
Josiah Roe and the Journal of Lost Time
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 215 Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady as he welcomes product designer and co-creator of The Journal of Lost Time, Josiah Roe. In this episode, they touch on The Lost Places events, how to develop community, and how Josiah has created a career allowing him to work from the road while…
36 Hours of Adventure: Gear Testing in the Alpine Loop with Dometic
A Sponsored 36-hour Adventure By: Amanda Goad, Dometic This summer, we loaded up the new Dometic CFX5 Series and hit Colorado’s Alpine Loop—a rugged 75-mile stretch through the San Juan Mountains, climbing to 10,000 feet. With friends like Karissa and Linghbergh from @gondirtin and Chef Sarah Glover (@missarahglover) along for the ride, we spent days…
Magic at The Meadow – 2024 Sierra Trek
Back in 1966, a group of Jeepers gathered in the northern Sierra Nevada along the banks of Fordyce Creek. They were in search of a long-forgotten wagon route that led to an 1860s mining camp known as Summit City. Perched on grassy alpine shores above Meadow Lake, in its heyday, Summit City boasted 4,000 residents,…
Expedition Portal Staff’s Favorite Trips of 2023
With international tourism reaching over 90 percent of pre-pandemic levels by the end of the year, 2023 marked an enthusiastic and eager return to the travel scene for many of us, both domestically and internationally. Overland Journal publisher and co-founder Scott Brady began his much-anticipated long-axis Trans-Africa continental crossing in the capable Ineos Grenadier, while…
25 Holiday Gifts for the Overlander in Your Life
Presented by Küat Racks Have you heard a Mariah Carey song blasting over the speakers at your local grocery store yet? If so, it’s probably time to start thinking about the quickly-approaching holiday gift giving season. From ADV riders to bikepackers, vehicle aficionados, and tent campers, there’s something for everyone in this Expedition Portal gift…
25 Black Friday Gifts for the Overlander in Your Life
Presented by Nitto Tire Now that Halloween ghosts have been replaced by twinkling reds, greens, and golds, it’s time to start thinking about the fast-approaching holiday season. Luckily, the Expedition Portal team has been busy amalgamating our favorite gear picks just in time for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While Associate Editor Steve Edwards has…
Thanksgiving Overland Gift Guide (2022)
As the holiday season quickly approaches, now is the time to brainstorm gift ideas for your friends, family, and loved ones. The Expedition Portal team has put together this list of overland gifts for the adventure motorcyclist, bikepacker, 4WD enthusiast, overlander, and those who love experiences over things. From memberships to camp kitchen gear, you’re…
Could You Win this New Jeep Gladiator? :: The Cal4 2023 Giveaway Is Here
Have you dreamed of cruising down the trail in a decked-out rig with a seven-slot grill? If the answer is yes, now is your chance to score one for less than the cost of a slab of coldies. For the past 50 years, the California Four-wheel Drive Association (Cal4) has outfitted a Jeep for backcountry…
Video of the Week :: New Outlander Series
It is always good to see new overland video stories. Hit YouTube and share the excitement and joys of vehicle-based adventure travel.
All About That Base: High-performance Pieces for Every Season
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2022 Issue. Photography by Richard Giordano and Amanda Winther Base layers have come a long way since the waffle-patterned cotton tops and bottoms that we used to layer under our snowsuits as kids. Thanks to performance fabrics like merino wool and polyester, we now have…