This small family camper trailer is innovative and has us thinking about how we could use design elements to improve our own camper, which has a similar shape and interior space. You know you have created something great when others in the know are tempted to borrow your ideas, and this camper trailer will not…
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,…
The Big Thing :: An Ultimate Overland Event
As the overland community grows, it is more important than ever to provide opportunities for training, connection, and shared stories of adventure. At Expedition Portal, we could not be more excited for The Big Thing overland event coming to Bozeman, Montana, at the XOVERLAND Ranch. Now that Expedition Portal is part of the Overland Collective,…
Overland News of the Week
Horsepower Automotive Group Acquires C4 Fabrication In this week’s Overland News of the Week, Horsepower Automotive Group has acquired C4 Fabrication, a respected manufacturer of off-road armor and accessories for Toyota vehicles. This partnership aims to expand production, improve service delivery, and support continued product innovation without compromising C4’s reputation for quality and craftsmanship. C4…
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…
Hotomobil Launches Cybertruck Cyberglad Camper at Bitcoin 2025
Hotomobil, the Turkish manufacturer best known in Europe for its yacht-inspired camper bodies, chose the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas to unveil a model aimed squarely at Tesla’s Cybertruck crowd. Branded Cyberglad, the unit is being marketed as the world’s first camper formally offered for sale in Bitcoin, a launch strategy the company says…
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…
Tiffin Motorhomes Expands Portfolio with the GH1 Adventure Van
If you are a successful, likely retired, single person or couple, a new van is on the market designed especially for you. The GH1 adventure van is, on paper, ideal for traveling North America, with a focus on the US and Canada. Tiffin Motorhomes, a subsidiary of Thor Industries and a brand traditionally associated with…
EarthCruiser is Back!
After a year-long absence that many thought would mark the end of an influential brand, Bend-based EarthCruiser has returned to the overland market with a self-described “bold new chapter” that fundamentally reshapes how its expedition-grade campers reach customers. The comeback follows the company’s abrupt decision to cease operations on 25 April 2024, a move it…
Overland News of the Week
Four Wheel Camper Launches the Hawk+ Flatbed Camper The Hawk+ is Four Wheel Camper’s first fully self-contained flatbed camper. Featuring a 40-gallon freshwater tank, a new 5-gallon built-in graywater tank, and an optional inset portable 2-burner induction stove, the Hawk+ offers prime self-containment. Off-grid power options include up to 810Ah lithium battery capacity, up to…
1966 Land Rover Series 2a Marshall Ambulance :: Feature Vehicle
The namesake of British explorer Ernest Shackleton is suitably the stuff of legends. This wheeled Sir Shackleton, who we’ll call “Shack” for brevity’s sake, is a 1966 Land Rover Series 2a Marshall ambulance. But we’ve already entered a shrouded realm of mythology. Though Shack’s registration papers designate his build year as 1968, the error in…
Principles of Overlanding: Intentional Vehicle Modifications
Join hosts Matt Scott and Scott Brady in this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast as they dive deep into the principles of modifying your overland vehicle with intention. Matt and Scott discuss the importance of thoughtful upgrades, the dangers of over-complication, and how to build a vehicle that meets your specific use case without…
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…
The Best Mid-sized Trucks for Global Travel
The best overland vehicles are constantly morphing with consumer interests and regulatory pressures, but there has never been a better time to choose your next adventure machine. With the growing popularity of overlanding, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have doubled down on suitable models, and in the case of Ineos, an entirely new car company has…
From Fear to Fascination: Overlanding the United States-Mexico Border
I sat down and took a deep breath, desperately trying to clear my nerves. Our Zoom call gave a soft chime as parents and teachers logged on one by one. It’s not every day that a high school would consider supporting and helping pay for a month-long overland trip, much less an expedition consisting of…
Overland Expo Has Debuted Its 2025 Overland Builds
Now in its fifth year, the Ultimate Build program allows Overland Expo’s editorial team and overland gurus to transform proven factory vehicles into their interpretation of the Ultimate Overland Build. The 2025 Ultimate Overland Build features the 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4X AEV Edition and the 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE. Hang the bike off…
Land Roamer Pioneer :: Feature Vehicle
Building an overland camper is not for the faint-hearted or those with shallow pockets. While most DIY camper builders tend to be optimistic enthusiasts with a passing grade in woodshop and skill with a saw, they soon realize that making a home on wheels is a project not to be taken on lightly, as there…
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…
The Scout Yoho Pop-up, One Happy Customer’s Tale
I still remember when the Scout camper was first announced, revealed to the world as a composite tan slide-in camper with minimal systems, and sold at an impressive value. I knew I wanted one. Then they announced the Kenai eight-foot model, and I was sold, placing an order and writing a check for the camper…
Overland News of the Week
Itchy Boots Book Launch Free Ride: Heartbreak, Courage, and the 20,000-Mile Motorcycle Journey That Changed My Life is Noraly Schoenmaker’s memoir chronicling her transformation from a geologist in the Netherlands to a solo motorcycle traveler. After discovering her partner’s long-term infidelity, she left her job and traveled to India, where she developed a passion for…