The wonders of the desert
Waterproof Down, a Fluff Piece
Warm and dry
Aether Motorcycle Jackets
Timeless look with functionality
GSI Pinnacle Soloist
Compatible cooking
Tire Repair Kit: Viking OffRoad
Compact and complete, the new Viking OffRoad Tire Repair Kit
Review: SureFire LX2
Are you afraid of the dark?
Portel Retromodern iPhone Wallet
Thick leather and oversized snaps have proven to be 100% reliable and the shape has literally moulded to . . . the Land Cruiser’s seat.
Camp-spresso: The Moka Pot
It’s Overland Journal’s fault. I’ve long appreciated the pleasures of the morning coffee ritual, an easy vice to maintain in the city, but one that is typically tolerable at best in camp. Working in an office with a well-stocked espresso bar has sharpened the addiction to such a point the instant solutions often served tent-side…
VOTD: DIY Truck Painting
via West County Explorers Club: If you’ve ever wondered about saving some money and painting your truck yourself, it can be done. The folks from Rugged Guide did it with a roller and spray cans and show you how.
See part 2 after the jump.
Review: The WaterField Cargo
Over the past several months I’ve been trapped in the seemingly endless search for that perfect balance between got-it-all, and the liberty got-it-all prevents in an “everyday” bag. You name it, I’ve carried it—from sleek and elegant Tumi to weighted-down MOLLE. Based on past experience, present occupation, and future aspirations I knew what I wanted…
Practical HAM: A Beginners Guide
“I don’t want to talk to China.”
Review: GearPods® Wilderness
I have to admit, when I was first handed the GearPods® Wilderness emergency kit for evaluation I chuckled. Decades of testing, reviewing, and custom-tailoring such kits have left me with a bias against “off-the-shelf survival”, and the bold packaging complete with photos of extreme adventuring did little to counter this prejudice. As I’m not one…
Review: Gear Pockets
Gear Pockets are just that—a grid of organizational pockets for holding your gear. The system is designed with the wall of a garage or tent in mind, but it can be used just as easily on the side of a vehicle, the branch of a tree, or anywhere else with convenient space to hang it….
How to Open a Can Without a Can Opener
Say you’re camping and just about to crack open a can of tomatoes for your stew when you realize — d’oh! — no can opener. If there are some rocks or, better yet, some concrete nearby, to scrape the top of the can on, you can get it open.
No can opener? No problem.
Exclusive First Look at the New AT Overland Off-Road Flatbed trailer
A flat bed that’s tough as nails, and as capable as any 4WD you pull it behind.
Review: The Magellan eXplorist 710
Technology and I don’t often get along. I tend to be a little old school in how I do things
Gear: Binocular Review
These are all good binoculars. After spending some time with them though, some differences have emerged. Here are my impressions.
VOTD: TAD gear interview at Overland Expo
Overland Expo was filled with great vendors and exciting products – it’s hard to pick one amongst the group! Here’s a quick interview with Triple Aught Design‘s founder and owner. Make sure to check the Expedition Portal channel on YouTube for many more great interviews with Persephone!
Review: Wolfman Tank Panniers
One of the challenges involved with packing a motorcycle is making things accessible, while still being secure. Accessibility is what made me look for extra luggage, specifically tank panniers.
Using Pelican Cases as Panniers For Your Dual-Sport
There is always a big argument between motorcyclists on the best option for luggage, specifically the side and rear cases.