Editor’s Note: This article on overland toilet solutions was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2023 Issue. When you announce your intention to travel by vehicle, an audience of loved ones and acquaintances will immediately become very curious. Not necessarily about border crossings or why you’ve decided to venture beyond a comfortable, predictable, and stable…
Gear Round Up Overland Expo PNW 2023
There are three main reasons to visit any of the Overland Expos including the PNW and other nationally, and those are (in order) the people, the vehicles, and the gear. While the people and the vehicles are generally easy to spot, even if some do insist on being clad in camouflage, finding the newest, best…
1988 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ75 with Bimobil Camper : Featured Vehicle
If there is one thing to be said about European-designed and built overland vehicles, it is they tend to be practical above all else. While others may fit larger tires and bolt attractive light bars and a plethora of accessories to their vehicles, the continental Europeans tend to stay well within the manufacturer’s specifications. And…
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Helinox HDB Collection If you’re looking for stylish and luxurious packable furniture for your outdoor adventure, then take a peek at the HDB Collection. A variety of chairs, chef tables, and high cots will ensure a comfortable vacation when camping, glamping, or some time away at the vacation home. The HDB Collection is comprised of…
The ARB Earth Camper Joins the Trailer Wars
Quick, without thinking about it, name five overland brands right off the top of your head. Ten-to-one says ARB is one of them. The venerable Australian manufacturer has been a stalwart in the market for decades, with a wide array of products, both cutting-edge and very traditional. The off-road trailer market is still red hot,…
Is the CaraBoat the Ultimate Floating Camper Trailer?
“Don’t Worry Be Happy” is playing on the Walkman; your mullet, mustache, shoulder pads, and denim short shorts are gnarly. A ski boat and water skier cut lines in the still lake, disturbing your perfect relaxing fishing afternoon, “Eat my shorts!” Eddy Murphy laughs, “Her, Her, Her.” Is it 1988? No, it is the summer…
Lightship L1 Electrifies the RV Market :: Video
Lightship says their flagship camper, the Lightship L1, can be towed with near-zero range loss for EVs. This is a bold claim, and only real-world experience will back it up, but one thing is for certain: the L1 is a tour de force in the design department. Overland Journal’s Brian McVickers got a behind-the-scenes look…
Border Shock: An Overlanding Family’s Nightmare
Editor’s Note: This border crossing article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2023 Issue. Words by Chris Simon, in collaboration with Richie and Abigail Gubler. Overland border crossings are exciting, unpredictable, and stressful. No matter where you are in the world, things can go unexpectedly wrong at official border checkpoints. This article tells the story…
TruckHouse Partners with American Expedition Vehicles to Introduce the BCR, a Cutting-Edge Carbon Fiber Expedition Vehicle
The Sierra Nevada-based company, TruckHouse has recently announced the launch of their newest 4WD camper, the BCR, and if the artist renderings are anything to go by, this vehicle is going to be a genuine globe touring tour de force. The state-of-the-art vehicle results from a collaboration between TruckHouse and American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), a…
Is the Escapod Topo 2 the Ultimate Overland Teardrop Trailer?
Escapod was born out of necessity and became the American dream for co-founders Jen and Chris Hudak. Like many great company stories, it started with a passion for the outdoors, professional talents, and going all-in on their vision. They started Escapod by building the trailer they needed and discovered that others needed one just like…
Xtrusion Overland Debuts Customizable, Durable Bed Rack for Rivian R1T Truck
Electric Vehicles are becoming more common on the trails and roads less traveled (we came across a Tesla on the lonely frozen Dempster highway to the Arctic Ocean in March), and aftermarket accessory manufacturers are gradually filling their catalogs with products aimed at making these vehicles more versatile and user friendly. Xtrusion Overland, a manufacturer…
Overland Expo PNW—July 7-9, 2023
I’ve always considered Oregon—especially the Eastern desert regions—to be an overlooked and underrated overlanding destination. Like all Western states, Oregon contains a huge variety of landscapes, and they belie the rain- and IPA-soaked Portlandia stereotypes. Nearly 53% of the state is public land, and there are many miles of dirt to explore, from Arch Rock…
Land Rover Defender 130 with Four Wheel Camper :: Featured Vehicle
Images by Matthew Yeoman @ToyotaWorldRunners Parked on the beach in Mexico, my ears pricked to the hum and rattle of a Tdi motor, a sound which we know all too well and, coincidentally, the auditory prelude to another great Defender (Featured Vehicle) that of New Zealander Tom Marriot). We were to learn soon enough that the…
Tribe Trailers Offer Three Innovative Travel Trailers and a Five Sleeper Truck Camper
Tribe Trailers is an Arizona-based, family-owned enterprise born from the shared passion for adventure of father and son duo Brett and Sean Maister. The flagship range includes three trailers (the Basecamp, Expedition 500, and Traveler) and El Cap, a cab-over-truck camper, each tailored to different adventurers’ needs and budgets across the spectrum. El Cap Tribe’s…
Hower Built’s Innovative Electric V2 Pop-up Campers
At Expedition Portal, we have unparalleled access to a seemingly endless stream of new vehicles, campers, trailers, and the latest and greatest outdoor gear to review or feature for our readers. There is a common trend, though, a trend that many of our readers and followers have been quick to point out, and that trend…
Roam Overlanding’s 2018 Toyota Hilux Revo :: Featured Vehicle Interior
Johannesburg-based filmmaker Adrian Abrahams of Roam Overlanding has witnessed a shift in the overlanding scene in South Africa. Australian-inspired tray and canopy systems have taken the region by storm, and Adrian’s 2018 Hilux Revo fits right in. A local company called Bushtech Aluminum Canopies has been busy developing an overland solution for the Toyota Land…
Outdoor Adventure X: A Mountain Festival Tailored for the Adventurer, June 17-18, 2023
We often encourage overland travelers to travel with a purpose, and what better purpose could there be than to turn to adventure to explore the great outdoors? The famed Snowbasin Resort in Huntsville, Utah, is set to be the stunning alpine location for Overland Expo’s cousin event, namely, the Outdoor Adventure X festival. This festival…
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Goose Gear Introduces the Explore Series A new and improved rebrand of Goose Gear’s M-Series, the Explore Series incorporates the company’s new MaxLite proprietary extrusion, which reduces the total weight of the products by 26 percent. Made of 6063 aluminum alloy with T6 tempering, the MaxLite offers high corrosion resistance and incredible strength. Explore Series…
1997 Ford F-350 Camper Bringing Dreams to Life :: Featured Vehicle
With a shared background in engineering and an unquenchable thirst for adventure, Italians Antonio and Valentina have, since falling in love, embarked on a journey that would not only reshape their lives but also redefine their understanding of travel and exploration. The spirited duo has made a transformational journey, which began in their homeland and…
Patriot Campers Debuts Gen2 Model Range of Camper Trailers
If you want to learn about business, speak to an American; if you’re going to learn about engineering, the Japanese have you covered. And, if you want to learn a thing or two about off-road trailers, the Australians are the undisputed experts, with the South Africans and Americans chomping at their heels. Recently, we have…