GoSun Brew If you think there are too many coffee gadgets available to us caffeine-loving, shaky-handed, hot-drink enthusiasts, I hate to break it to you, but you’re wrong. There are never enough coffee gadgets (wink, wink)….
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Destination: Red Canyon Ranch, South Dakota
Photos: Courtesy VRBO South Dakota is almost at the top of the list when it comes to the least-populated states in the U.S., but despite its low population density, there is plenty of public land…
Stacie London—In a Straight Line
The first thing that catches me when I watch the film In A Straight Line is that Stacie B. London’s nail polish isn’t scratched or chipped. The film opens with her wrenching on a 1967 Harley Davidson…
Best Campervans of 2020
Best Campervan of 2020 Best campervan of 2020: my head almost instantly began spinning when I tried to envision what my selection would be. Why the anxiety? Well, to begin with, there’s the challenge of distilling…
Episode 33 Podcast with Kurt William of Cruiser Outfitters
Show Notes for Podcast Episode #33 Interview with Kurt Williams, overlander, Baja Champion, and the Land Cruiser Whisperer Summary: For this interview, Scott chats with overlander Kurt Williams of Cruiser Outfitters about travel around the…
Scout Campers Kenai now Available for Preorder
Known for their lightweight, hard-walled truck campers, Scout has just released their newest and biggest model, the Scout Campers Kenai. Coming in at 1,370 pounds (dry weight) with sleeping capacity for as many as six adults,…
Armorlite Expands its Protection for Jeep
Nothing says “Adventure Tough” better than protecting your floors. Well, Armorlite has just announced that is has expanded its flooring protection into the Jeep JL and JT platforms! A complete flooring replacement has been produced to…
Berghaus Hillmaster II Gore-Tex Boots
Want to look like Indiana Jones but discover the Holy Grail in superior comfort? Well, Berghaus might just have the answer. The Hillmaster IIs offer a classic design that seamlessly integrates the modern features of a…
Riding Solo Episodes by Sterling Noren
Sterling Noren, adventure travel filmmaker, set off in July of 2020 on a BMW GS, riding solo throughout the western US. His 6,000-mile, 30-day journey is available for viewing on the Motorcycle Travel Channel. The Riding…
OnX Goes 3D for Pre-run Planning
Like myself, many of you have enjoyed the OnX Offroad app since it launched in 2019. They have now expanded their service to include 3D mapping for unique trails and roads for planning and viewing purposes….
The Getaway Cabin Network is an Escape from the Urban Environment
Images courtesy of Getaway House When you ask most people where their ideal getaway is, one common answer tends to be “a cabin in the woods.” And while some of you likely live in rural…
Video of the Week: Overlanding the Altar Desert
If you are not already subscribed to the Expedition Portal YouTube channel, drop what you are doing and make it so (if you don’t want to miss our newest content, that is). In addition to hands-on…
BFGoodrich Releases New Off-road Wiper Blades
What’s more off-road than BFGoodrich T/A KO2 tires? How about BFGoodrich off-road wiper blades! If you have a confused look on your face, don’t worry, I was a little perplexed as well. Here’s the deal: BFGoodrich…
Ensure Valuable Items are Theftproof On Your Motorcycle
When my husband, Dave, and I were planning our round-the-world trip, one of our biggest conundrums was how to ensure our valuable items were theftproof on our motorcycles when we weren’t there. Helmets, riding jackets, tank…
Overland Expo West Postponed to September 24-26, 2021
Indianapolis, Indiana — Lodestone Events, producers of the Overland Expo event series, has postponed Overland Expo West to September 24-26, 2021. Traditionally held mid-May in Flagstaff, AZ, Overland Expo West has been postponed to ensure the…
Celebrating the Iconic BMW GS Series’ 40th Anniversary
Pinnacle of the air-cooled BMW GS lineage, the 1994 R 100 GS with factory Paris–Dakar components goes wherever you want to go, and then some. Gina De Pasquale puts the project bike through initial testing across…
The Minimalist’s Travel Knife
As travelers, we always need a knife, but it is difficult to carry a blade that meets all international regulations. For example, knife laws in London are some of the most restrictive in the country, but…
Kevin Gallas Goes Where No Rider Has Gone Before
I lost track of how many times I yelled “Dear god!” and other things I can’t write while watching this eight-minute clip of Kevin Gallas. With his Yamaha Tenere 700, Kevin rides where no man has…
Kinsmen Hardware Rapid Deploy 270 Degree Awning
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2021 issue. Kinsmen Hardware is the quintessential example of American small business. Their story doesn’t begin with an angel investor, a flashy viral video,…
Featured Campervan Upfitter :: Benchmark Vehicles
Benchmark def: a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed. As the definition would suggest, Benchmark Vehicles positions themselves as the standard by which quality campervan conversions are measured, and…