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Kurt Williams on the 100-Series Land Cruiser :: Principles of Overlanding

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Overland Journal Podcast Episode 220: Principles of Overlanding :: Kurt Williams on the 100-Series Land Cruiser

Join host Scott Brady and Land Cruiser legend Kurt Williams on this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast. Kurt, who runs Cruiser Outfitters, shares his extensive knowledge and experiences traveling the world in Land Cruisers. Together, they delve into details on modifying 100-Series Land Cruisers for overlanding, the best models to consider, and valuable tips for maintaining these vehicles. The episode also explores the historical significance of Land Cruisers housed at the Land Cruiser Heritage Museum in Salt Lake City, Utah. Whether you’re an overlanding enthusiast or a Land Cruiser fan, this in-depth conversation provides insights and recommendations for your next adventure.

Special thanks to our sponsor this week, Winnebago.

Tune in using the link below, watch on our YouTube channel, or download the episode on your favorite podcast player.

Guest Bio

Kurt Williams

Kurt Williams has been a Land Cruiser owner since he was 15. His strong love of 4x4s and business management skills have made Cruiser Outfitters a strong competitor in the four-wheel-drive retail industry, specializing in Land Cruisers exclusively. As a member of several 4×4 clubs (Wasatch Cruiser Club, Utah 4 Wheel Drive Association, Red Rock 4 Wheelers, Tacoma Territory), Kurt can often be found in Utah’s backcountry. Kurt is also a mechanical engineer graduate from the University of Utah, having specialized in automotive design and fabrication. He has competed professionally in the United Rockcrawling and Offroad Challenge Series (UROC), Old School Rock Crawl, finished the Baja 1000, and traveled all over the globe in Land Cruisers.

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Host Bio

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

Images: Kurt Williams, Scott Brady

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Ashley Giordano completed a 48,800-kilometer overland journey from Canada to Argentina with her husband, Richard, in their well-loved but antiquated Toyota pickup. On the zig-zag route south, she hiked craggy peaks in the Andes, discovered diverse cultures in 15 different countries, and filled her tummy with spicy ceviche, Baja fish tacos, and Argentinian Malbec. As Senior Editor at Overland Journal, you can usually find Ashley buried in a pile of travel books, poring over maps, or writing about the unsung women of overlanding history. @desktoglory_ash