Warn Industries Introduces Compact, Low-Profile Zeon XC Winches for Trucks and SUVs Warn Industries has expanded its Zeon winch lineup with the new Zeon XC, a low-profile, compact version designed for trucks and SUVs. Built in Clackamas, Oregon, the Zeon XC delivers the same core performance as the Zeon XD while offering easier fitment…
Elspeth Beard: One of the First British Women to Motorcycle Around the World
Join Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano as she sits down with adventure motorcyclist, author, and traveler Elspeth Beard, who was one of the first women to ride around the world by motorcycle. Elspeth dives into the details of her two-year round-the-world trip, from 1982 to 1984 on a 1974 BMW R60 bike, and how…
Overland Conservation: Deserts
Photography by Akela World Conditioned from childhood to view the desert as a place where rain doesn’t fall, things don’t grow, and life can’t thrive, we can be surprised by what we encounter when we go. Camped off a remote trail system in the region outside Phoenix, Arizona, just before the first day of spring,…
How to Buy a Rig on Bring-a-Trailer
I have an unhealthy habit of scrolling through rigs on Bring a Trailer—daily—most of which I definitely could not afford. My alerts have been dialed in for years, quietly feeding the addiction. When my son decided he needed a Kei truck, we began what can only be described as a wildly optimistic search: first locally,…
Jetboil Flash 1.0L Fast Boil System :: Field Tested
As a full-time overlander, I love to cook outside. But when preparing coffee in the morning or an afternoon cup of tea, I don’t always want to set up the propane stove just to boil water. Instead of a kettle, I’ve been using the newly updated Jetboil Flash. The Flash boils water fast (approximately two…
H-D Reveals 2026 Pan America 1250 Limited
Harley-Davidson’s Pan America 1250 Limited edition for 2026 is ready to explore the outback right from the showroom. That first ride could take you anywhere, just toss your kit into the 120-liter set of aluminum luggage and hit the road. Motation A bike this tricked out will naturally be a little heavy, even with the…
KTM 1390 Adventure Models Hit the Road
“Be it isolated ice-clad tundras, heavily wooded forests, or dried-up riverbeds, the 2026 KTM 1390 Super Adventure R is ready to cross borders in search of new, uncharted ground.” So says KTM’s press release. It looks to be great bike, but ice? Body by KTM The first thing you’ll notice with the Super Adventure R…
Overland Conservation: Beaches and Oceans
Photography by Leander Nardin/Akela World Am I the only one who has willed my eyes to stop blinking when confronted by a vibrant sunset at the beach? I can’t bear to miss a moment. Salt particles suspended in the air cause shorter wavelengths of light, like violet and blue, to scatter. As a result, showy…
Overland News of the Week
Adventure Ready Norden 901 Expedition Motorcycle The Norden 901 Expedition is a long-distance, off-road motorcycle powered by an 889 cc parallel-twin engine paired with a six-speed gearbox and a power-assist slipper clutch, all housed on a chromium-molybdenum steel trellis frame. What sets it apart from the standard Norden 901 is the various factory-installed technical upgrades…
Adventure Motorcycling 101: In-Depth Training with Bill Dragoo
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, join us from Norman, Oklahoma, with special guest Bill Dragoo in his vintage-and-modern-motorcycle-filled shop. We dive into the foundational skills and training necessary for adventure motorcycling, discussing bike selection, safety equipment, rider preparation, and more. Learn about the importance of bike ergonomics, body positioning, and the critical…
For the Minimalist Who Fancies Luxury :: Gift Guide
I’ll preface this guide by reminding one and all that the greatest gifts cannot be bought. I know it sounds cliché, but it’s true. So, during this festive season, check in with loved ones and make time away from your devices to be present. With that out of the way, who’s going to buy me…
Featherweight Gifts for Your Over-GVWR Champion
Groaning springs, nose in the air, the struggle to the top of the next hill, always bringing up the rear, thirsty at the pump—we all know that traveler in our lives who could use some gear that lightens the load. Whether on two wheels or four, reducing avoirdupois reaps many benefits, not least safety. As a vehicle’s mass…
10 Holiday Gifts for the Overlander Who Has it All
Photo by Richard Giordano We often assume that someone who “has it all” owns every desirable item—whether toys, vehicles, accessories, or other overland gear and gadgets. But as the holiday season approaches, it may be worth widening that definition. Some overlanders have everything they need and want nothing more; others “have it all” simply because…
Do It for the Kids Gift Guide
Every year, non-overlander children open their presents under the tree to find gifts that are, for the most part, useless for the rest of the year. Overlander kids are different—they live lives of exploration and deserve gifts that help fill a year with fun and adventure. I don’t remember 99 percent of the gifts I…
Field Tested :: Hipcamp and The Dyrt
Times have certainly changed. When many of us first began overlanding, there were few tools to help locate a suitable campsite, and long driving days often ended early so we could scout the surrounding area for a safe place to spend the night. The arrival of iOverlander eased much of that burden—and, some would argue,…
2023 KTM 500 EXC-F :: Feature Vehicle
Photography by Jason Spafford “I wish my bike were heavier,” said no one ever. Perhaps that was the hardest lesson learned from our four-and-a-year Argentina-to-Alaska ride. For this trip, we are determined to heed that wisdom. Embarking on our second dalliance with motorcycles after a five-year hiatus feels like a reunion with an old flame. After…
Buyer’s Guide: 8 Affordable ADV Motos – UPDATED
Editor’s note: This guide was updated in December 2025 to reflect the latest in affordable ADV motorcycles. We now have 10 motos that fit our price point of $7,400 or less. Although CSC’s RX4 is no longer available, there are new models from Royal Enfield, KTM, Honda, Kawasaki, and CFMOTO. Suzuki’s 2025 DRZ-4S was…
Aprilia and Backcountry Discovery Routes Team Up for the Lost Coast BDR-X
The name says it all: The Lost Coast. You might think California is played out and too crowded, but America’s third largest state still has plenty of remote terrain to explore, and lots of places to lose yourself—especially on two wheels. The tucked-away corner of the Golden State’s northern shoreline known as the Lost Coast…
Overland Conservation: Forests
Photography by Leander Nardin Looking back on a decade of full-time, vehicle-based travel, my most beloved nights camping in the United States have taken place beneath a forest canopy. With limited exceptions, public forest land is open for overland exploration. National forests contain maintained trail networks, established campgrounds, and vast dispersed camping opportunities. Access to…
Triumph Tiger Special Editions :: Alpine and Desert
Triumph announces four Special Edition Tigers that will hit the showrooms in January, 2026. Select Tiger 900 and 1200 models will be offered in Alpine and Desert editions, each receiving upgrades and special paint schemes. Triumph uses the GT Pro versions of the Tigers for the Alpine Editions and the Rally Pros for the Desert…