We received two blankets to assess while visiting a group of overlanders in Florida. Yes, Florida the state in least need of blankets. We have since used the blankets—one down and the other synthetic—for almost a…
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2022 OLAF OctoberFest
Camping, wheeling, beer tasting, e-bikes, food, friends, and gear sounds like a decent weekend getaway recipe. This year Olaf OktoberFest will be held between 14-16 October, due east of Los Angeles at the Big Bear’s Holcomb…
Overland Classifieds :: 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser HDJ81 VX Limited
The Toyota Land Cruiser is widely considered overlanding royalty with the 80-Series considered one of the best (for more, read Matt Scott’s Why The Land Cruiser 80-Series Is The Next Classic). I’ve recently featured several adventure-ready…
Interview :: Heike Pirngruber, Solo Overlander
Heike, a German national who considers herself a global citizen, has been traveling solo around the world for the past nine years, first on her bicycle and then, more recently, walking with a pushcart and her…
UBCO EAV 2X2 — An Electric ADV Bike for Everyone
The UBCO 2X2 Adventure Bike combines high tech with high torque via front- and rear-wheel drive. Perfect for beginners and fun for experienced riders, it’s easy to handle, simple to own. UBCO calls the bike an…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro
The Tundra, much like the rest of Toyota’s 4WD line-up, has a reputation for excellence. These are by no means the best equipped trucks, nor are they especially comfortable or economical, but when it comes to…
Niche EV Adventure 1 ORV Teams Up With Egoe
My son has grown up traveling the world in purpose-built campers. He has had the opportunity to experience every shape and size of overland vehicle in a real-world, global travel environment. He has been planning his…
Over-The-Counter :: Medicine for Travelers
As travelers prepare to return to international travel, many will likely forget to pack their over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Many more will forget to check the international rules and regulations for common medicines easily obtained in…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium
The 4Runner, much like the Tacoma or Land Cruiser, is a cross-category platform. This means it’s as comfortable on the work commute and running the kids to school as it is exploring backcountry trails or navigating…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Toyota Tundra Limited TRD Off-Road
Despite fuel price hikes, full-size trucks have never been so popular, with most owners accepting higher running costs in exchange for greater versatility and comfort. Overlanders have especially gravitated towards these vehicles as more people transition…
The Great Gravel Boom :: 4,000 riders expected at Garmin UNBOUND Gravel 2023
unbound adjective un·bound | \ən-ˈbau̇nd\ 1: having no limit The gravel race that began with 34 participants in 2006 will boom through the scenic rolling hills of Kansas’ Tallgrass Prairie in 2023, with thousands of…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Ram Power Wagon w/ GFC Camper
There are few full-size trucks that from the factory can match the Ram Power Wagon’s go-anywhere capability. This is not simply a lifted 2500 with bigger tires and fancy decals but rather a truly purposeful all-terrain…
Weekends with the Family :: How to successfully plan small vacations
I really have no quarrel with the way I live. I am a day-job dreamer and a weekender, meaning I define my relationship to travel and the outdoors by breaks in a five-day workweek and amid…
2008 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road Overland Build :: 46-Gallon Transfer Flow Fuel Tank Install
How many times have you passed a gas station wondering if you should turn back and top off the tank? Are you constantly curious about how much gas is actually remaining when the low fuel light…
Overland Classifieds :: 2005 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport w/ A/T Habitat
The Tacoma was first introduced to the US market in 1995 as a replacement for the Hilux, and while it carried forward the rugged attributes of its predecessor it also introduced an altogether more refined driving…
Overland News of the Week, September 30th, 2022
Rivian Introduces New Camp Mode Feature Rivian’s latest R1T and R1S software update introduces Camp mode, which offers users additional options for exploring the outdoors. The new features include vehicle leveling using the vehicle’s air suspension,…
The 43rd Annual Mojave Road Rendezvous takes place this weekend
The Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association (MDHCA) is holding its annual Mojave Road Rendezvous. It is set to be a cracker of an event this year, bigger than ever before and with more to offer…
New Defender Honors its Lineage with 75th Limited Edition
I hereby offer my services to Jaguar Land Rover. Clearly, from an enthusiasts point of view, what the company is lacking is the loud voice of a Defender die-hard, someone who has a passion for the…
Video of the Week :: 1989 Suzuki Super Carry Microvan
If you’re vertically challenged, or you like all things tiny and are looking for an inexpensive microvan to take overlanding to ancient cities and are not interested in venturing too far from the beaten path, then…
Living the Snow Peak Way
Snow Peak is self-described as a gathering brand; its products are designed to facilitate an appreciation and connection with nature for the sake of it—nothing more. Established as a climbing company in Japan in 1958 by…