On my annual pilgrimage to Cape Lookout, Outer Banks, in my Land Cruiser, Hannibal the Hundy, I found myself contemplating the waves, the dunes, the sunset. I was also struck by the coquina clam, a mollusk…
New Yezdi Adventure Bike
If you saw the main image for this article and thought I’d made a typo, you’re probably not the first. The new Yezdi Adventure bike looks very similar to a Royal Enfield. Is that the point?…
Adventure Van Upfitter Storyteller Overland Purchases Global Expedition Vehicles
Storyteller Overland, a campervan upfitter that has found its niche at the intersection of luxury and off-highway performance, has just purchased bespoke adventure truck manufacturer Global Expedition Vehicles (GXV). This merger, another signal of the increasing…
Destination :: Al Ula, Saudi Arabia
Photography by Richard Giordano Amid the northwestern Saudi Arabian desert lies the oasis town of Al Ula. Nestled amongst palm trees, bordered by red sandstone cliffs, and flourishing with citrus and dates, Al Ula is ripe…
Video of the Week: Man’s Inspiring Mission While Living in his 1954 Dodge M152 Military Vehicle
We first chatted to Richard Villacres back in 2018 when he was about to embark on his journey across the USA and abroad, gifting portraits to people living on the margins of society, branding his journey…
Overland News of the Week
Loca Ceramic Pour-over Coffee Filter When it comes to vehicle-based travel, I am always on the lookout for products that can replace consumable items—for instance, this ceramic pour-over coffee filter. Instead of having to rely on…
Lexus 2022 LX600 Overland Test
The New North American 300-Series Land Cruiser Wears a Lexus badge. The Land Cruiser remains one of the most exceptional and prolific overland platforms ever created, with every variant carrying the legacy of the original 1951…
The 2022 Nevada Trophy Registration is Open
The Nevada Trophy 2022 will be the 26th year of the event which makes this GPS “rally raid” the oldest in North America, preceding geocaching. The event is is based on the Camel Trophy and the…
Live Work Wander to Present at Mule Outfitters
We are all familiar with Live Work Wander and the amazing work that they have done documenting their journey within the USA and abroad over the last decade. Not only are they gifted film-makers and writers,…
Thor Industries Debuts “eStream” Electrified Travel Trailer, Discusses eMobility Strategy
In North America, travel trailers make up approximately 70% of the recreational vehicle market, according to a recent presentation by Thor Industries, makers of the iconic Airstream travel trailer. But with the looming approach of widespread…
Nimbl Evolution Camper Review
The Donner Pass has a formidable reputation, and this festive winter found a South African family driving a marvelous vehicle over record depths of ice and snow—white-knuckled. Us Southern Hemisphere people know as much about snow…
The Mojave Desert MDHCA has Elected a Prominent Overland Explorer as President
This is excellent news for us desert lovers. Billy Creech has been elected President of the Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association (“MDHCA”) non-profit which was formed in 1993 with the mission to research, conserve and…
Black Series HQ19 Trailer
Photography by Richard Giordano When I sent a membership request to the Black Series Camper US Facebook group, I felt like a bit of an infiltrator. Sure, I had spent over a month in the 2020…
Moonbikes: 100 Percent Electric, 100 Percent Silent
I’m not a fan of snowmobiles. The concept is great: floating on snow, getting high up into the mountains with the help of an engine. But one significant reason why I go into the backcountry is…
Interview Michnus and Elsebie Olivier – PikiPiki Overland
Michnus and Elsebie are explorers with an insatiable thirst for authentic adventure. They chose to ride two medium-size motorcycles and have established themselves as experts in the field of motorcycle travel. They are people of great…
Destination :: Carpenteria, California
If you are making your way up or down the California coast, Carpenteria is a great little beachside community worth stopping for an overnight. It’s only an hour and a half West of Los Angeles, yet…
Overlanding Tibet to the Gyantse Horse Festival
I put my hand in the air and flagged down a taxi at the Chengdu International Airport in Sichuan, China. I lugged my large pack into the trunk and slid into the pleather seats. Thus began…
Video of the Week :: Levi Allen “Winter Storm in DIY Sprinter Conversion”
Levi Allen, the founder of Leftcoast Media, accomplished film director, explorer, and all-around good guy, creates some of the most beautiful adventure films on YouTube. In this episode, Levi shares five days of camping in his…
Episode 74 7 of the BEST Camp Tables for Overlanding and Car Camping
Show Notes for Podcast #74 Summary: A buffet of choices to serve different needs, from backcountry to backyard. Finding the perfect camp table for overlanding or car camping can be challenging, but we’re here to…
The Million Dollar SOD Rise Unimog Camper is Out of This World!
The luxury camper market caters to a small but influential slice of the market, and the overland segment of that market is smaller still. To make an impact and remain competitive, a company must display innovation…