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Setup of Solar Bugout Kit

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Solar BugOut Kit for the Overland Camp

One of the cornerstones of overland travel is self-reliance, a trait inspired by the remote locations we visit and the unpredictability of vehicle-based backcountry exploration. We may be parked for days on a secluded beach in Baja, needing to keep both the fresh fish and the Coronas cold. Or we might have accidentally left the headlights on during that dawn…

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The Last Manual Transmission 4x4s

Is this the beginning of the end for the manual transmission in North America? Some of us just enjoy rowing our own gears. Others may call the manual transmission legacy technology, or even more accurately, a millennial anti-theft device. The reality is that automatic transmissions have surpassed the manual in not only sales, but in sophistication, and even fuel efficiency…

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The New Defender Takes On the World

(Editor’s Note: Expedition Portal was fortunate to actually see the Defender in person a month ago, sit in it, and explore every corner of the finished vehicle. These are our thoughts having experienced it in the flesh.) Today is a significant moment for North American overland travelers, as Land Rover launches the new Defender to the world. In recent memory,…

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Reviewed: Roofnest Sparrow Eye Roof Tent

From a not too distant past, the definition of “home” was as concrete as its foundation. It was a solidly built place with four walls, a roof, and was permanently placed onto a chosen piece of land. Fast forward to more recent times, and that definition has completely changed, taking on a much more metaphysical meaning. We’re now constantly bombarded…

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Seven Awesome Overland Campers You Can Buy Right Now

If you’re looking to upgrade from camping to glamping, buy a rolling home on wheels, or live full-time on the road, then today’s article is right up your alley. We’re looking at seven overland campers listed for sale on our forums right now, and each could be a perfect fit for your next rig. The prices range from mild to…

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UBCO Unveils Their New FRX1 Freeride Trail Bike: Overland News

The popularity of E-Bikes continues to grow It has been interesting to watch the rapid advancement of anything electric over the past several years. E-Bikes are no different, and they actually solve some problems for the overlander, including use as a support-vehicle for larger overland trucks, as transportation around a village while traveling internationally, and now even as a way to…

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Reviewed: WARN Epic Trail Gear Bags

I’d say it’s a fair bet that nearly every person reading this story has at least heard of Warn. Their winches, locking hubs, and recovery gear are legendary amongst enthusiasts and have earned a reputation of bullet-proof reliability and unrelenting effectiveness the world over. Recently though, they’ve expanded past their usual bread and butter lines to produce a range of…

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Rescuing a Range Rover Classic :: Video of the Day

Few have the patience for this amount of love… but things of beauty are worth rescuing. This video is mesmerizing to watch, and we have a cocktail to recommend while you kick back in your favorite chair and take it all in. The Expedition Portal Gin & Tonic 1 Generous Shot of Hendricks Gin Half Jigger of Tea Syrup The…

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National Luna Releases Their Best Fridge Yet

It is often joked that the first thing a new overlander should by is a Land Cruiser 80 Series, and the next thing should be a fridge. In reality, there are few camp accessories that transform an overland trip more than a fridge, the ability to cool drinks, keep meat for weeks, or even make ice for a cocktail, all…

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Roof Top Tent Comparison Test :: Who Takes the Prize?

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal, Spring 2019. I still remember how -57°F felt, a cold beyond description, as if all life had escaped along with my body heat. I recall fighting against the cover of the roof tent, the vinyl becoming hard as stone in the frigid temperatures of the northern Canadian winter, and how good it…

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How To Ship Your Vehicle To Europe

The years spent dreaming and planning for this around-the-world adventure were long, filled with research and eager anticipation. But the past month leading up to our launch date was brutally short, and I was swept away by a landslide of logistics: plane tickets, paperwork, hotel reservations, car rentals, deadlines. En masse, the cascade of tasks was daunting. In reality, each…

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The Truth About Bribery

By Bryon Bass, Graeme Bell, Scott Brady, Dan Grec, and Lois Pryce Intro by Dan Grec Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal, Gear Guide 2019. The very word bribery often strikes fear into the heart of those who have never experienced it. Terrifying images of corrupt military brandishing automatic rifles come to mind, and a backhand exchange of…

Overland Expo East

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15% Off Overland Expo East :: Promo Code

The Overland Expo is one of the most exciting events of the year, a chance to reconnect with friends, listen to stories of adventure, and explore the newest products for overlanding. While the west show has been huge in recent years, the east event is also growing, and now changing venues to Arrington, Virginia and their Infinity Downs event center….

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Expedition Portal Classifieds: 1986 4×4 Pathfinder 54K Original Miles

In a day and age where people don’t even blink at a van that costs $150,000, I find it refreshing to return to the movement’s roots. Back to the dream of a cheap van, the open road, and the freedom of a life not tied down by massive car payments or rent. Maybe that’s why I am seriously digging this…

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Racer, Fabricator, and Role Model Jessi Combs Killed In Land Speed Record Attempt

The automotive industry and the world lost one of its great inspirations yesterday in a tragic jet-car crash on the Alvord Desert in Oregon. The driver, Jessi Combs, was attempting to beat her personal land speed record of 398 miles per hour in the North American Eagle when undisclosed circumstances resulted in the accident. Her death was confirmed by teammates…

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Overland: Through the Middle of the World

Georgia, a small Caucasus nation nestled between the Black and Caspian seas, has long been known best by a penchant for wine and culture of boundless hospitality. Lesser known to much of the world is the incredible ease to which the country has made foreign purchasing of a car. As such, it is here that we start our overland journey…

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GMC’s 3.0L Diesel AT4 Kicks Gas and Takes Names

Earlier this year we had the chance to put GMC’s Sierra AT4 to the test on not only a closed course but also a 1,000-mile road trip through Death Valley and the Sierras. (You can read about the road trip here, or the off-road test here.) As expected, we fell in love with the comfortable interior, quiet cabin, and big V8…

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GMC’s AT4 HD Is Good, But Can It Compete With Power Wagon or Tremor?

It’s safe to say that manufacturers have caught onto the full-size, off-road trend. While RAM has owned the space with the Power Wagon for ages, Ford recently threw their hat into the ring with the Tremor, and now GMC has angled to do the same with their AT4 HD. After testing GMC’s light-duty Sierra AT4 last year, I had high…

Warn VR EVO winch with controller

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Warn Launches the VR EVO Winch

There are few accessory brands with the legacy and customer loyalty of Warn. Producing a winch is a risky endeavor, manufacturing something that might literally become an overlander’s lifeline. Warn was the first to pioneer the electric vehicle winch nearly 70 years ago, and we have used their winches around the globe and have found them to be reliable and…

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The Top 25 Instagram Overland Accounts

#Instagram for days! Our 25 Favorite Overland Adventurers Instagram is ripe with inspiration for both the traveler and the photographer, and there are some accounts that just do it better. Our best 25 overlanding list focuses on the real travelers and world-class photographers that post (mostly) original content. Not all accounts are overland heavy or filled with perfectly composed images,…