Is this the beginning of the end for the manual transmission in North America? Some of us just enjoy rowing our own gears. Others may call the manual transmission legacy technology, or even more accurately, a millennial anti-theft device. The reality is that automatic transmissions have surpassed the manual in not only sales, but in…
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The New Defender Takes On the World
(Editor’s Note: Expedition Portal was fortunate to actually see the Defender in person a month ago, sit in it, and explore every corner of the finished vehicle. These are our thoughts having experienced it in the flesh.) Today is a significant moment for North American overland travelers, as Land Rover launches the new Defender to…
UBCO Unveils Their New FRX1 Freeride Trail Bike: Overland News
The popularity of E-Bikes continues to grow It has been interesting to watch the rapid advancement of anything electric over the past several years. E-Bikes are no different, and they actually solve some problems for the overlander, including use as a support-vehicle for larger overland trucks, as transportation around a village while traveling internationally, and now…
Racer, Fabricator, and Role Model Jessi Combs Killed In Land Speed Record Attempt
The automotive industry and the world lost one of its great inspirations yesterday in a tragic jet-car crash on the Alvord Desert in Oregon. The driver, Jessi Combs, was attempting to beat her personal land speed record of 398 miles per hour in the North American Eagle when undisclosed circumstances resulted in the accident. Her…
Overland News :: Dream Job in Colorado
Big Bucks for Working in a Western Paradise News Posting: Grand Junction, CO, April 22, 2019-incredible opening in Grand Junction, Colorado for the Executive Position of City Parks and Recreation Director. It does not get much better at $125,000-$140,000 a year for a low stress, time and holiday packed time off executive position with your…
Adventure at Your Fingertips
Overland Journal hits Flipboard for Travelers’ top 25.
Interbike 2015: Adventure Cycling Continues to Expand its Segment
Interbike, the annual convergence of cycling enthusiast from around the world, just wrapped up the 2015 show this week. Although many people including myself feel this show is dying a slow death as a trade show, it is still a place for manufacturers to showcase their latest offerings. For this year, the biggest advancements fell…
Day-Use Permits Proposed for White Rim and Elephant Hill
Access is not always all or nothing. Will overlanders support restricted visitations to our wild places?
Expedition Portal’s Community Forum Surpasses 100,000 Members!
Exciting news in the world of ExPo! We continue to grow and have now reached more than 100,000 members!
The Northeast Overland Rally & Workshop Returns
Pack your bags and head for Vermont, the always anticipated Northeast Overland Rally is finally back!
Overland Expo 2014: The Setup Day
After a full day of setup at Overland Expo 2014, it looks like this year’s event is going to be bigger and better than ever.
First Ride: 2015 Salsa Bucksaw Full-Suspension Fatbike
Fat is where it’s at.
The Antarctic Expedition Season is Underway
While the summers in Antarctica are far from warm, the temperatures rise enough for explorers and scientists alike to travel the continent. With the season upon us here’s a look at things to come.
Time to Vote for the 2014 ExPo Calendar Images
It’s that time once again, time to vote for the images to be included in the 2014 Expedition Portal calendar. It seems with every passing year the images submitted by our members get better and better. The selection for this year is a stunning collection from around the globe. To see the images, and to…
Overland Journal Announces Digital Subscriptions
The adventure magazine you love is once again pushing into new frontiers, this time it’s on your tablet.
2013 Overland Expo Contest Winners Announced!
Congratulations! You all posted an excellent set of photos and stories that encompassed the feeling and adventure of Overland Expo.
Sycamore Canyon Park in Riverside receives a visit from the IMBA Trail Care Crew
IMBA TRAIL CARE CREW VISITS RIVERSIDE, CA