Overland Journal Podcast Episode 217
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, we dive into the adventurous life of Chase Eckert. From growing up in a traveling carnival in Alaska to embarking on a solo journey to Ushuaia on his KTM, Chase shares his extraordinary experiences. We discuss the tools and apps he uses, such as the onX Offroad app, and explore his fascinating stories from his recent trip to Joshua Tree. Chase also reflects on the challenges of solo motorcycle adventures, including his arduous trip to the Yukon River on a motorcycle with studded tires. Join us as we uncover the highs and lows of long-term travel and the value of human connections.
Special thanks to our sponsors this week, onX Offroad and Dometic.
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Guest Bio
Chase Eckert
I was born and raised in Alaska’s Chugach National Forest and Glacier National Park in Montana. After attending Westmont College and graduating with a BA in English Literature, I moved back to Alaska to work in reality television as a minor television character and fixer. Blessed with a seasonal occupation, I traveled extensively via 4×4, motorcycle, sailboat, and on foot over the next 15 years in Alaska, Mexico, Canada, the North Caribbean, and the Continental United States, most notably sailing over 5,000 nautical miles in 2019, and driving the northern portion of the Pan-American Highway by both motorcycle and 4×4. I have had a career as a professional specialty equipment inspector. Evaluating products and services is now second nature, with a keen ability to articulate strengths and deficiencies. Simply put, I love people and their ability to make stuff.
Host Bios
Scott Brady
Scott is the publisher and co-founder of Expedition Portal and Overland Journal and is often credited with popularizing overlanding in North America. His travels by 4WD and adventure motorcycle span all seven continents and include three circumnavigations of the globe. His polar expeditions include two vehicle crossings of Antarctica and the first long-axis crossing of Greenland. @scott.a.brady
Matthew Scott
Matthew is a leading expert in automotive adventure. He has extensively explored the world’s most remote places by 4WD and is considered an industry authority on overland travel. He is the only American to ever become an editor of a major Australian 4WD publication and has over 15 years of competitive auto racing experience. @mattexplore
Images: Chase Eckert, Scott Brady
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