Check out the new Ironman 4X4 ATS 2-inch lift kits with vehicle-specific valving for your Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, or Outback. These kits offer improved suspension and handling characteristics while maintaining safety and driving comfort thanks to…
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Overland News of the Week, October 2nd, 2020
Berkey Water Filters Finding potable water on extended road trips is fairly easy if you pass through developed areas. But just because water is safe to drink doesn’t mean that it tastes good. I’ve lost track…
Projekt Kodu Retreat and Eco-Hostel, Lahemaa National Park, Estonia
Feeling the need to reset and recharge? Projekt Kodu is a unique seasonal eco-friendly hostel and retreat located in the dense coniferous forests of Lahemaa National Park in Estonia. While rustic in appearance, the comforts and…
Imprisoned in Iran :: The Way Overland is Released
A compelling watch from fellow overlanders that were imprisoned in Iran.
Camp Fare
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2020 issue. While many of us travel with dehydrated meals, a shelf-stable meal can be a good alternative. What they give up in shelf life, they make…
The Combar Adventurer Tool
Simplicity affords adventure, as the more we reduce complexity, the greater the opportunity for discovery. This is true of most things in our lives, but it is even more significant with the gear we use. Any…
Nissan Launches Their Frontier NISMO Accessories
Editor’s Note: This is an unedited press release from Nissan North America. The Nissan Frontier is a highly suitable option for both domestic and international overland travel. We also enthusiastically support the Rebelle Rally (@rebellerally) and…
Featured Trailer :: Terra Trek TTE Expedition Trailer
The longer I write about trailers and campers, the more apparent it becomes to me that the Aussies really know how to design and build them. Perhaps it’s their easy access to rugged and remote 4WD…
EarthCruiser Launches the New Terranova Expedition Camper
As the overland and expedition travel market grows, so comes the luxury of choice for the consumer. The industry is filling in the gaps in function, form, and budget, offering a broad range of models to…
Hudski Debuts Doggler Bicycle in Three Purpose-built Configs
Bicycles have gotten pretty fancy lately, with electronic shifting, battery-powered pedal assist, and complex geometries all created in an effort to make the riding experience…better? But with electronic components and complex systems, there are ultimately more…
Taking Flight in Utah
We found ourselves rolling down I-70 at 85 mph, the dusk slowly descending on the valley like a blanket from the sky. As we pulled up to the house in Monroe, our friend Sarah greeted us…
Video of the Week: Benji Hill is a Traditional Hunter and Minimalist
Hunting is a way of life for professional guide and survival instructor Benji Hill. He lives on game meat year-round which is no small task. Hill builds and hunts with his own gear which is more…
Salsa Releases Two New Shred-ready 29ers
Salsa is one of those bicycle manufacturers that garner lots of love from serious riders, even though they aren’t the biggest or most popular brand out there (the Marrakesh receives consistent praise for long-distance touring adventures)….
Joshua Tree Folly: Off Grid SoCal Desert Retreat
Photos courtesy of Malek Alqadi, Dwell.com With the arrival of fall comes milder daytime temperatures and cool evenings—it’s the perfect time to escape to the desert (in the Northern Hemisphere). And if you happen to…
Paradise Found
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2020 issue. On an evening in July 1985, Fat Paul Wonsok met Bros at Stan’s Bar at the Babanango Hotel in distant Zululand. Wonsok, so named…
Sony Alpha 7C is the Worlds Smallest Full-Frame Camera
The phrase “the best camera is the one you have with you” is attributed to photographer Chase Jarvis who wrote a book about smartphone photography. Basically, he’s saying that even if you own the highest-resolution camera…
Rust Repair and Lizard Skin Insulation on a 1985 Troop Carrier
In the process of building our Land Cruiser Troop Carrier into a proper 4×4 tourer, we realized the long-term sustainability of the vehicle would be based upon our comfort. Driving a vehicle from 1985 is inherently…
Win Gear from Front Runner Outfitters and Dometic
Getting started with overlanding often comes with some big gear investments. The good news is that the folks at Front Runner Outfitters and Dometic have joined forces for an overlanding gear giveaway this fall to outfit…
Navigator Tana White joins Nena Barlow and Ram Truck at Rebelle Rally 2020
As the Rebelle Rally draws closer and anticipation continues to build, the race developments get more and more exciting. Nena Barlow and Ram Truck’s team, Team 4 Corners, has officially announced their navigator for the upcoming…
Overland News of the Week: Photography Edition
With fall approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to dust off your photography gear in anticipation of changing leaves, dynamic golden-hour light, and scenic overland adventures. To help you prepare for spectacular photo opportunities, this week’s…