Based in Oroville, California, West Coast Adventure Vehicles believes that their campervan conversions “have the power to save our favorite, wild spaces.” It’s a bold statement, but when you consider the impact that even just a…
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Why I Shoot Adventures in Film
I bought my first 35mm film camera from a charity shop on the outskirts of London for £20, a Canon AE-1, along with a note from the previous owner: ‘Take good care of me, I’ve been…
Salsa 2021 Timberjack
The Salsa Timberjack is an aggressive hardtail designed around the trifecta of ‘fast, fearless, and fun’. This bike is well equipped for playful riding, integrates progressive trail geometry, multiple set-up options, and exciting features that give…
Land Rover Defender V8
What has 518 horsepower, 461 pound-feet of torque, can go 0-60 in 4.9 seconds, and has a top speed of 149 mph? A Defender? Sorry, what?! Well, you heard right, Land Rover has brought back their…
Fjällräven Launches Samlaren Line Made From Surplus Fabric
The name Samlaren means “Gatherer” in Swedish and it is a new limited-release clothing line from Fjällräven that is made from surplus materials, aka fabric scraps. The idea behind the new line is simple: reduce waste,…
Triumph’s 2021 Tiger 850—An Entry-level, Light Off-roading Option
For a midsize ADV/road bike combo, Triumph’s 850 Tiger looks like a great option. Having replaced the Tiger 900, just introduced in 2019, the 850 is now the base model for 2021. The Tiger comes with…
Triumph Partners With Motorcycle Safety Foundation To Offer Free Basic eCourse To New and Former Riders
When I wanted to learn to ride, I debated paying the large $800 fee for a motorcycle safety course. This was in Canada, where insurance companies give big discounts when you pass the course. However, $800…
This Daring Duo Drove Afghanistan’s Northern Road in a 1939 Ford
Story by Ashley Giordano, Photos Courtesy of the Swiss Literary Archives Editor’s note: March is Women’s History Month and the Expedition Portal staff would like to acknowledge and celebrate the incredibly brave and courageous women…
Humanity :: Those Idahoans
Two weeks into a two-year motorcycle adventure around the world, I’m cruising along the St. Joe River on the Idaho Backcountry Discovery Route. One mile remains on the trail before my boyfriend and I will connect…
Expedition Exchange Celebrates 20 Years
While it may feel like overlanding is the hot new thing, there have been companies selling quality vehicle-dependent adventure equipment for decades—the godfathers or original gangsters of the industry. There are few organizations as fitting of…
Video of the Week: Mitsubishi Fuso with Slide-out Kitchen and Bathtub
In a world that often feels saturated with six-figure overland vehicles, it’s nice to be reminded that you don’t need to spend a fortune to be part of this community of travelers. Pro snowboarder Mike Basich,…
Destination: The Wukalina Walk, Bay of Fires, Tasmania
Image: Taylor and Hinds Architects The Bay of Fires in Northeastern Tasmania is the cultural homeland of the Palawa people, a group of Aboriginals with a distinctly different culture and heritage from those of mainland…
Lets Go Aero, Nelson Trailer Adapter
Necessity is the mother of invention, and at Let’s Go Aero (LGA), it was all the motivation they required to launch their first product in 1998, the Gearwagon AT ‘Herman’ Sport Performance trailer. It was a…
36-Hours of Adventure :: In Search of Terra Incognita
This 36-Hours of Adventure is presented by Nimbl Vehicles. Nimbl also provided a loan of their Evolution camper, which we used for this journey. Curiously, one of the last significant unexplored regions of North America was…
Episode 37 Spring Vehicle Update
Show notes for episode 38 Winter Vehicle Test Update (TRX, Ducati, Frontier, and Royal Enfield) Summary: Matt and Scott discuss their recent vehicle tests, including the new Ram TRX, the Ducati Multistrada V4S, and the Royal…
Field Tested: Scotts Steering Stabilizer
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2021 Issue. The Scotts Steering Stabilizer has one purpose: keep you in control of your motorcycle by limiting wobble, weave, and unintended deflection of…
BDR Announces Plans for the Wyoming Backcountry Discovery Route
Anytime Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR) announces another project, I can’t wait to get on my F 800 GS and go there. So far, I’ve ridden four of the BDR’s 10 routes and hope to add more,…
Featured Travel Trailer :: Polydrop P17A
The first Polydrop trailer was designed in 2017 and launched in 2019 with the goal of offering unparalleled thermal efficiency so that users could remain comfortable in both hot and cold environments. The cabin of the…
Bikepacking Clothing Essentials
Well, look what the cat dragged in—the ‘Jack Mac’ signature look. Make no mistake, when it comes to clothing, I take my styling cues from Stig of the Dump. I appreciate fashion and style, but honestly,…
Benchmade Knives: Blades Built for a Lifetime of Use
Benchmade knives are frequently found in the hands of outdoor enthusiasts, first responders, military personnel, and collectors, thanks to their outstanding warranty, above-average customer service, Lifesharp program, and web-based knife customization platform. But they weren’t always…