Overland News of the Week

AEV Salta XD Wheels for 2024+ Silverado HD and Sierra HD

Gozney Launches the Tread, the World’s Most Portable Pizza Oven

Gozney Launches the Tread Overland News

First up overland news from Gozney. The Tread is a hyper-portable, lightweight, and rugged pizza oven engineered for adventure that will cook a pizza in as little as 60 seconds. It’s available in two colorways (off-black or olive), weighs 13.5 kilograms (just under 30 pounds), and will fit one 12-inch pizza. It’s constructed from premium materials such as stainless steel, cordierite stone, and ceramic-bonded, die-cast aluminum. Additional highlights include integrated handles, rapid heat-up and cool-down times, and a range of optional extras—and it’s not just for cooking pizza. Gozney’s trademark lateral gas burner makes controlling high-temperature cooking a breeze.

$500 | gozney.com

Benchmade Mini Barrage Purple Haze

Benchmade Mini Barrage Purple Haze

The limited-run 2025 Glod Class 585BK-251 Mini Barrage seamlessly blends form and function to create an EDC that’s as attractive as it is functional. Inspired by the Arctic sunset, it features premium purple haze Fatcarbon handle scales, Abyss PVD-coated hardware, and a black DLC Battlewash finished CPM-S90V stainless-steel, drop-point blade. The Made in the USA knife also incorporates Axis Assist with integrated safety, which encourages the blade into the open position once the user pushes the blade manually beyond a certain point. This has to be one of the best-looking knives we’ve featured, and it will last a lifetime.

$500 | benchmade.com

AEV Salta XD Wheels for 2024+ Silverado HD and Sierra HD

AEV Salta XD Wheels for 2024+ Silverado HD and Sierra HD Overland News

The 18×9 Salta XD wheel is now available for the 2024+ Silverado HD and Sierra HD. This is not a one-size-fits-all aftermarket wheel but instead features optimal backspacing and offset for each platform/tire size. The Salta XD is manufactured from A356-T6 aluminum and boasts an impressive 4,100-pound load capacity, a lifetime warranty, and is tested to SAE J2530 standards. The design is race-inspired with a 12-spoke configuration and is available in an onyx or gloss black painted finish. If you’re in the market for a rim that’s ultra-durable, safe, and stylish, then look no further.

$399 | aev-conversions.com

Dissent Off Road GX550 High Clearance Winch Bumper

Dissent Off Road GX550 High Clearance Winch Bumper

Dissent Off Road has transformed the GX550 with its new high-clearance winch bumper. The 10-gauge steel bumper delivers style and enhanced capability with an innovative modular construction. The design prioritizes airflow for improved cooling, while the integrated Rigid Industries fog lights (sold separately) mirror the GX550’s headlamps. It maintains factory safety features such as parking sensors, cameras, radar systems, and the active grill shutter and will work with the Overtrail models’ factory skid plate. It’s winch compatible, and installation requires no modifications to the sheet metal or frame (only minor cutting of the factory plastics).

$1,799 | dissentoffroad.com

The Light Phone III

The Light Phone III Overland News

The Light Phone is a tool for living in the moment. Unlike the tech monopolies that are fighting for our time and attention, this phone is intended to be used as little as possible. The latest model features a custom matte OLED display, metal frame, USB-C charging, fingerprint ID, flashlight, 5G, an NFC chip, and a clickable wheel. It’s not possible to download apps and instead, users can choose from a selection of tools such as alarm, calculator, calendar, directions, hotspot, music, notes/voice memo, podcast, or timer. Another exciting addition is a camera designed to emulate film photography.

$599 | thelightphone.com

Outin Portable Electric Vacuum Coffee Canister

Outin Portable Electric Vacuum Coffee Canister

Outin has been on a roll in recent years with a range of innovative products that deliver barista-quality coffee on the go (learn more: Nano Portable Espresso Machine). Their latest offering solves another key issue, which is how to keep coffee fresh. The portable electric vacuum coffee canister detects and maintains vacuum pressure to create an oxygen-free environment. Press the power button, and the jar is vacuum sealed in just 12 seconds and is released for access in just 3 seconds. It features a long-lasting battery (3-6 months), is BPA-free, and is available in either stainless steel or high silica glass.

$52 | outin.com

Fogstar Batteries Drift Eco Leisure Batteries

Fogstar Batteries Drift Eco Leisure Batteries Overland News

In 2023, I fitted Fogstar’s Drift “The Beast lithium battery to my Syncro, and it transformed my quality of life on the road. The company recently introduced its new Drift Eco range, which promises the same reliability at a budget-friendly price point. Available in 100-, 314-, and 628 amp-hours, there’s an option to suit all needs. The 628-amp-hour model is priced at £899 ($1,116) and will deliver up to 6,000 cycles (translating to a 10-year lifespan). It incorporates an integrated battery management system to protect against overvoltage, undervoltage, short circuit, and temperature extremes and can handle 250 amps of continuous discharge.

$273-1,116 | fogstar.com

INEOS Automotive Custom Grenadier Quartermaster Kaiju

INEOS Automotive Custom Grenadier Quartermaster Kaiju

INEOS’ Australian operation has built a one-off special Grenadier Quartermaster cab chassis, the Kaiju. The name means “giant creature” or “monster” in Japanese and was chosen to convey the powerful specifications of the model. It was built in partnership with the crème of Australia’s third-party accessory suppliers. It features a Norweld Elite Tray and Compact Deluxe Lite Canopy, Brown Davis long-range fuel tank, Redarc power system, BFGoodrich KM3 tires, JMACX Alpha remote reservoir shocks, MaxTrax MKIIs, and much more. The Kaiju Quartermaster will be showcased at various events in Australia over the coming months.

ineosgrenadier.com

Redarc BCDC Alpha R

Redarc BCDC Alpha R Overland News

The BCDC Alpha R promises to be more than just a charger and is instead a “mini vehicle power management system.” It’s a DC-DC charger that will keep your auxiliary battery charged using power from both the alternator and any solar panels. Additional highlights include RedVision app connectivity, optimized charging that adjusts charge mode in real-time to maximize efficiency, and it’s the only DC-DC charger that offers both start battery charging and recovery. It is compatible with hybrid and electric vehicles, and installation is simple thanks to a pushbutton interface and screw connections.

$949 | redarcelectronics.com

Overland Expo Film Festival 2025

Overland Expo Film Festival 2025

The Overland Expo film festival is in its 11th season and will be shown at Expo West (May 16), Expo PNW (June 27), and Expo East (October 3). The event features content from amateur and professional filmmakers in the overlanding community with inspirational tales from the road, stunning landscapes, adventures at home and abroad, and much more. The festival is now calling for entries so if you’ve got a cinematic story to share or would like to nominate a film, then check out the link below.

overlandexpo.com

Mystery Ranch Unveils Spring 2025 Lineup

Mystery Ranch Unveils Spring 2025 Lineup Overland News

First up is the In and Out (available in 18- and 25-liter sizes), which is designed to be a featherweight (less than 1 pound) grab-and-go pack that compresses down to the size of a water bottle. It comprises contoured shoulder straps, a sternum strap, external pockets, attach points, and a roll-top closure for optimal weatherproofing. Second up is the Glacier (available in 50- and 70-liter sizes), which is intended for big trips and balances high-capacity hauling with an updated lightweight frame. It integrates multiple access points, a daisy chain with tool attachments, external pockets, upper internal compression, and an innovative lid that converts into a hip pack.

$89-399 | mysteryranch.com

King Off Road Racing Shocks 2024+ Toyota Tacoma 2.5-inch Front Coilovers

King Off Road Racing Shocks 2024+ Toyota Tacoma 2.5-inch Front Coilovers

The new kit was extensively lab and real-world tested and uses the same materials and tolerances as the company’s premium Pure Race series shocks. The 100 percent bolt-on coilovers deliver increased wheel travel, an adjustable ride height, and are fully rebuildable, serviceable, and tuneable. The large 2.5-inch shock bodies increase fluid capacity for enhanced performance and are factory-tuned for optimal ride quality. There’s also an optional Wide Range Compression Adjuster that gives 20 precise clicks of compression damping to fine-tune ride quality. If you’re looking to elevate the backcountry performance of your new Tacoma, then these would be a significant upgrade.

$tbc | kingshocks.com

Hennessey Launches Defence Systems Division

Hennessey Launches Defence Systems Division Overland News

Hennessey has launched its Defence Systems Division (HDS) to design, engineer, and manufacture vehicles for the defense sector. Its first offering, the Warhawk, is a strike-force vehicle engineered to meet the demands of military operations. It’s built on the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon platform, which has been tuned and lightened and is completely modular to allow extensive customization to suit mission requirements. Highlights include an armored drivetrain, run-flat tires, a fuel system conversion for diesel or kerosene-based fuels, robust steel bumpers, a winch, a one-switch blackout function for stealth operations, added power outlets, and much more.

hennesseyspecialvehicles.com

Expedition One Tundra 2022+ Rear Bumper w/ Dual Swing Carrier System

Expedition One Tundra 2022+ Rear Bumper w/ Dual Swing Carrier System Overland News

A rear bumper and swing-out system are a great option for optimizing your truck for overlanding. With this in mind, Expedition One has introduced its Tundra 2022+ dual swing bumper. It incorporates a locking latch system designed for easy access, universal plate backing on swing arms for “limitless” mounting options, and will hold up to a 40-inch tire. It supplies locations for factory blind spot monitor and parking sensors, integrated light ports, and quick access to arm bearings for maintenance. The bumper is 100 percent Made in the USA and can be optioned with various accessories, a backup camera relocation bracket, and Diode Dynamics lighting.

$3,270 | expeditiononestore.com

RiG’d Supply RambleSwing and RambleRack Bundle

RiG’d Supply RambleSwing and RambleRack Bundle Overland News

As an avid rider, I’m always looking for innovative bicycle racks, and the new RambleSwing and RambleRack Bundle looks to be a great option for overlanding. The swingarm is compatible with 2-inch hitch-mounted bike racks and features a 300-pound load rating, integrated step, a 500-pound compression latch and secondary safety pin, Flip-Flop Technology (can be fitted to swing left or right), and is wobble-free. The rack secures the bike with no frame or fork contact and incorporates theft prevention, Vertlock Technology, and a lifetime warranty. I recommend checking out the marketing video for full details.

$1,499 | rigdsupply.com

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No money in the bank, but gas in the tank. Our resident Bikepacking Editor Jack Mac is an exploration photographer and writer living full-time in his 1986 Vanagon Syncro but spends most days at the garage pondering why he didn’t buy a Land Cruiser Troopy. If he’s not watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, he can be found mountaineering for Berghaus, sea kayaking for Prijon, or bikepacking for Surly Bikes. Jack most recently spent two years on various assignments in the Arctic Circle but is now back in the UK preparing for his upcoming expeditions—looking at Land Cruisers. Find him on his website, Instagram, or on Facebook under Bicycle Touring Apocalypse.