Rossmönster Debuts All-New Havn Adventure Vehicle In this week’s overland news, the Havn is designed for those who love dirt roads and remote trailheads but don’t need the extreme off-road focus of a Rossmönster Baja Series truck or the compact limitations of a Sprinter van. Built on a Mercedes-Benz 3500 chassis and engineered for four-season,…
Airstream Unveils Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Usonian Limited Edition Travel Trailer
Frank Lloyd Wright + Airstream = the type of travel trailer that is far more likely to be inhabited by Brad Pitt at his getaway ranch in Vail, Colorado, than by Mr. and Mrs. Button at their favorite state park/national forest/ BLM campsite. Mr. Pitt will probably not blink at a starting price tag of…
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…
Women’s-Only Off-Road Class Is a Go for XOverland’s Big Thing Event
On Sunday, July 13, 2025, as the featured “Big Thing” overland weekend concludes, the XOverland Ranch is offering a women-only technical training course—a dedicated space designed to build driving confidence, refine recovery techniques, and foster genuine connection among women who share a passion for adventure. Hosted at the picturesque XOverland Ranch near Three Forks, Montana,…
Scott Brady’s Overlanding 101: Travel Simple, Travel Far
“Scott Brady has spent decades traveling the world by vehicle. Now, he’s distilled much of that experience into a compact, accessible, and deeply thoughtful reference guide: Overlanding 101. It’s not just a how-to—it’s a why-to. And it’s probably the best book on overland travel you’ll find, but then again, Scott taught me most of what’s…
Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss This Summer
AMERICAN NORTHWEST Northwest Overland Rally When June 19-22, 2025 | Where Plain, Washington The Northwest Overland Rally caters to keeners curious about anything from winching to photography, off-pavement driving skills, or seasoning your cast-iron pot. Join a wine-tasting, whiskey-sharing, or happy hour session before the evening’s lively campfire presentation and raffle. The event is intimate…
Overland News of the Week
Roofnest Condor 2 XXL Air First up in this week’s overland news, Roofnest has unveiled the Condor 2 XXL Air, the world’s largest hardshell rooftop tent. The impressive 51-square-foot tent can sleep four adults, and thanks to self-deploying rainfly U-bars and an inflatable foamcore mattress, it can be opened and closed in seconds. It incorporates…
May Overland News :: The Big Thing, New Project Vehicles, and Tariffs
Join hosts Scott Brady and Brian McVickers for the May edition of the Overland Journal Podcast. In this episode, they cover May overland news, including Overland Expo in Southern California, new products and projects, and exciting updates from the XOverland Ranch. Scott and Brian also delve into industry trends, the impact of tariffs, and upcoming…
Overland News of the Week
Scout Campers and 10 Barrel Partner to Brew Camp Coldie, the 5% IPA Camp Coldie—a classic West Coast IPA with a lower ABV—pays homage to overlanding and camping with its medium-body, subtly sweet tones with a gentle bitterness reminiscent of citrus, mango, and grapefruit. In celebration of Camp Coldie’s debut, Scout Campers is giving away…
Overland Events and Rallies You Don’t Want to Miss This Spring
AMERICAN WEST Desert Adventure Rally When April 8-13, 2025 | Where Bisbee, Arizona Combining scenic backcountry riding, evening entertainment, and catered meals with Southern Arizona’s striking landscapes and scenery, the Desert Adventure Rally is a week of ADV fun. Curated GPS tracks will be given for self-guided day rides fueled by Morning Bivouac coffee, while…
The Origin of Eezi-Awn
As a kid growing up in Johannesburg, South Africa, in the 1970s and 1980s, there was only one vehicle that made my heart flutter faster than Magnum, P.I.’s red Ferrari 308 GTS, and that was the Land Rover Series 2 or 3 (and later the Defender). There were generally three types of Landies back in…
March Overland News: Innovative Camping Gear & Exciting Vehicle Updates
Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady and guest Brian McVickers as they dive into the latest overland industry news for February and March. Key highlights include an in-depth review of the new Lexus LX700H, campers like the Four Wheel Campers CampOut and Scout Olympic Pop-up, and a summary of emerging overland events. The episode…
Scout Kenai Pop-up Announced
In a week of exciting new announcements, the all-new Scout Kenai Overland Camper is a bright spot. It brings the comfort and spaciousness of their Kenai hard-side camper to the pop-up customer. Pop-top campers have numerous advantages for travelers, including better fuel economy, lower overall height for obstacle clearance, and the ability to pull the…
Aterra ASI Slide-In Overland Camper
Overland News: AT Overland has been around since the earliest days of the overland industry, manufacturing some of the most capable and durable campers on the market. Their Aterra tray camper is renowned for being constructed for around-the-world travel in four seasons. They have now added to the line-up with their new slide-in camper. The…
Overland News of the Week
Apply for RealTruck’s Rugged Ridge Trail Access Program This week’s Overland News begins with RealTruck. Throughout 2025, RealTruck will award $20,000 in grant funding, with one $5,000 grant awarded each quarter to organizations that align with the program’s mission. Grants are designated for use to aid education, stewardship, legal fees, or any other activity advocating…
Scout Announces Their New Full-Size Olympic Pop-up Camper
Scout has been turning the overland truck camper market on its head, releasing one new product after another to wide adoption and a blistering sales pace. Personally, I have purchased two Scouts and am testing and configuring my new Yoho Popup for remote travel. The hard-sided Kenai I owned was also durable, lightweight, and spacious….
A Classic Land Rover And Trailer Just Sold For Over $400,000!
Image by Barrett-Jackson A friend emailed me the other day, explaining that the time has come to sell his 1995 NAS D90 with 300k+ miles on the odometer. He asked me how much he could expect to sell it for, considering that it had minimal rust and a decent interior but needed some attention to…
Mark Your Calendars For XOverland’s First-Ever “Freeze Your Fenders Off” Campout
Expedition Overland is inviting adventurers from far and wide to their inaugural “Freeze Your Fenders Off” Campout, happening February 7-9 at the XOverland Ranch in Three Forks, Montana. This winter gathering is the first of what promises to be a series of quarterly campouts aimed at uniting the overland community in the spirit of exploration,…
Filming on Public Lands: Legal Risks, Recent Changes, and What Lies Ahead
For content creators who capture their adventures on public lands, understanding and navigating federal regulations has become an increasingly high-stakes endeavor. Recent legal battles and legislative developments have brought new hope for creators while exposing the ongoing challenges of balancing creative expression with compliance. The passage of the EXPLORE Act marks a turning point in…
Overland News of the Week
Six Moon Designs Launches Ultralight Freestanding Lunar Orbiter Tent The latest one-person tent offering from Six Moon Designs features steep sidewalls, two doors and vestibules, and excellent ventilation courtesy of 20D No-See-Um mesh. Suited for backpacking, bikepacking, or any activity where a comfortable, lightweight ground tent is required, the Lunar Orbiter weighs 2 pounds with…