I’ve been eyeing up a Lexus overland GX460 as my next build for a few years now. I sold my big custom composite Dodge camper creation, the EEXP, in May of 2018, as I didn’t need…
Ford and ARB Join Forces on the Ranger
The new Ford Ranger is developing speed in the aftermarket, and not just because of that sweet little EcoBoost turbocharged motor. It seems like every week, a new partner is announced, from the Yakima project vehicles…
Pacific Crest Overland Route
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal, Summer 2017. My heart sank as the axe gave way with a resounding crack beneath my gloves. What had felt like hours of chopping had scarcely…
Ram 1500 Off The Grid Overland Concept
Overlanding continues to permeate the automotive and outdoor landscape, now with vehicle manufacturers preparing purpose-built overland concept vehicles. The latest coming from Fiat Chrysler with the Ram 1500 Rebel Off the Grid (OTG). Mopar even incorporated…
Overland Conservation | Combat Flip Flops
Photography courtesy of Combat Flip Flops “Welcome to the unarmed forces,” is a slogan at Combat Flip Flops, a company founded by a group of former US Army Special Operations soldiers. In addition to flip-flops, the…
The Vans and Campers of Overland Expo East
Overland Expo is a fantastic event for so many reasons. It’s a place to meet world travelers, make new friends, eat great food, and learn new skills. You can take classes in driving, find new ways…
Our Favorite Fall Camp Gear for Overlanders
It’s safe to say that autumn is in full swing. Temperatures are falling, leaves are turning colors, and some of the best camping of the year has finally arrived. We’re talking crisp morning air, cool nights…
Training Our Limits
“Driver training should be one of the first things we buy for our overland vehicle.” A 36 Hours of Adventure Presented By :: 5.11 Clothing and Bags The most elite units in the world rely on…
The Coolest Overland Video You’ll See All Week
It’s Friday, and most of us are coming off of a long work week and ready to relax. So regardless of what you have planned for the next few days, we’ve got a little dose of…
Is Garmin’s Overlander Worth $700?
This past summer, Garmin unveiled the first GPS navigation device designed specifically with the overlanding community in mind. It boasted exciting features ranging from offline maps and campground databases to satellite communications and inclinometers, but at…
Straight to the Point
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal, Gear Guide 2019. The archaeological record indicates that some humans were favoring stone blades—essentially any tool with two parallel edges longer than its width— by the Upper Palaeolithic…
Overland Expo East 2019: First Look
The past few years of Overland Expo East have been interesting, to say the least. Vendors and attendees alike have stood against hurricanes, ice storms, 11 snowstorms, and quantities of mud and flooding that can only…
The onX Off-Road GPS App Shows You Where to Explore
Knowing Where You Can Legally Overland is Half the Battle There are times that even 36 hours of adventure seems impossible to schedule, the realities of daily life, family, and work responsibilities compounding. Sometimes just a…
Overland Expo is Coming to Colorado! :: Overland News
In an exciting piece of news, Overland Expo has announced its new event in Loveland. Colorado: The Mountain West Overland Expo, scheduled for August 28-30. This is now the third venue in the series, along with…
Sunflare Solar Panels for Your Tent, Car, or Camper
Between powering refrigerators, running lights at night, and charging phones, tablets, and cameras, we burn a lot of power as overlanders. Solar panels have become the go-to solution for keeping up with these draws, but understanding…
One Headlamp to Rule Them All?
We received a Headspin convertible lighting system test unit the day I left for the Altar Desert in Mexico, so what better place to beat up a new product and evaluate its performance than in the…
Expedition Portal Classifieds: 1995 Ford F-350 7.3L Camper
For many people, a 1995 Ford F-350 is far from a dream truck. It’s not quite a classic, isn’t particularly fast, and won’t be dazzling your friends with its curb appeal. Yet for someone seeking an…
The Chobe Tec Overland Trailer Sleeps Four
The Chobe Tec overland trailer is a new and unique caravan for North America, providing sleep-inside comfort for four, with stand-up height and escape from most inclement weather. Pros: Comfortably sleeps four Full stand-up height inside…
Adventures in Video Filmmaking
I believe that any story worth telling is worth telling well. And that’s why I love filmmaking. Media posturing, video journaling, postcard producing, or politically acting, I like them all. We’re wired to share our experiences,…
The Roofnest Falcon is Ultra-Thin and Uber Cool
I bought my first rooftop tent 10 years ago, a used Howling Moon with a tan cover, weather-worn canvas walls, and a folding floor made of wood. At the time, overlanding had just begun to emerge…