To this day, Jan and Leoné Vorster still live in a leafy suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, mere miles from where I was born and mostly raised. But, before I was conceived, this Afrikaner couple had…
Own a Bond Edition Triumph, Save Lives at Sea
Daniel Craig, Agent 007 in the past five James Bond films, is a huge supporter of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). So much so that he donated two personal ‘007’ Bond Edition Triumphs to support…
Overland Explorer Vehicles – 2024 Hudson Bay :: Featured Classified
At the beginning of this year, I abandoned my rolling home (a Vanagon Syncro) as engine failure struck for the third time. It was especially painful on this occasion as I’d just spent five months restoring…
2015 Ford F-350 XLT w/ XP Camper V1 with Nimbl Upgrades
As part of my role at Overland International, I oversee Expedition Portal Classifieds and the Expedition Vehicles for Sale category on the forum. Consequently, I see the good, the bad, and the ugly, and asking prices…
Mystery Ranch :: Field Tested
As overlanders, we aim to travel light and avoid excess gear that can be cumbersome, especially as a family of four where space is always an issue. We truly appreciate well-designed storage solutions and carriers for…
Jessy Muller Takes the Slow Road
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 202 Full-time nomad Jessy Muller has been living on the road for over six years. Over that time, she’s learned a lot of lessons about slow travel, finding peace as a solo…
All Wheel Drive (AWD) vs. Four Wheel Drive (4WD), What’s the Difference, Really?
We’ve all been there: navigating your heavily modified 4WD along a twisting, mildly challenging trail or remote track, feeling like a modern-day Camel Trophy adventurer, maybe even in low range (because, why not?). Then, you round…
Off-Road Queen :: The Land Rovers of Elizabeth II at Pebble Beach
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II would have been proud to watch 10 of her royal Land Rovers march through the 2024 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance as though they were Trooping the Colors at Horse Guards Parade….
Volkswagen and Peace Vans Collaborate to Offer the ID. Buzz Electric Camper
The Volkswagen ID. Buzz camper looks about as adventure-inspiring as a Smeg two-slice toaster, but we have seen people traveling all around the world in the most inappropriate vehicles; there are doubtless those who see this…
Arctic Campers Has Introduced The Frost 13
It might seem counterintuitive that an Australian camper brand is going by the frigid name of Arctic Campers with a model called the Frost. Truth be told, it does not make that much sense until you…
Wallpaper for a 1979 MAN KAT :: From Military to Cozy
Wallpapering a camper van might seem to many like an unconventional choice, but it’s one that is becoming popular among a new generation of vanlifers and RV enthusiasts looking for ways to combine their wanderlust with…
2021 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 Outside Van Conversion :: Featured Classified
The Overland Journal podcast recently celebrated its 200th episode in which Publisher Scott Brady, automotive expert Matt Scott, and Senior Editor Ashley Giordano took time to reflect on how overlanding has evolved in recent years. During…
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4×4 w/ AT Overland Summit :: Featured Classified
As I drooled over today’s overland-equipped Tacoma, it suddenly struck me that despite seeing hundreds of third gens listed to our forum, I’ve not read about a single engine or transmission replacement. Needless to say, I’m…
Principles of Overlanding :: Vehicle Electrical Systems with Mark Bruce
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 201 When you’re embarking on an overland vehicle build, the electronics side of things can seem awfully intimidating. Alternators, inverters, converters, AGM, solar, induction, fuses, MPPT, LiFePO4, volts, amp hours, watts, DC-to-DC—where…
Overland News of the Week
Pakmule Launches the Motomule Moto Hauler In this week’s, Overland News of the Week, we introduce Pakmule’s Motomule. A motorbike is a great overlanding accessory, but hauling bikes has always been a challenge. The Pakmule Motomule…
Nissan Launches the MyRoom Camper in Japan
It is the Holy Grail for many, a vehicle that can perform all the daily functions required for modern life and serve as an adventure vehicle for short or long-term escapes from that modern life. On…
The 1 of 1 Mojave Van is a Superb Off Grid Overland Vehicle
I am not a van guy, truth be told. Of all the vehicles available for overland travel, I tend to be biased toward solid-axle 4WD vehicles such as the Land Rover Defender 130 or the Land…
Rons Bikes, Large Fabio Chest – the Ultimate Bikepacking Bag? :: Field Tested
Ron’s Bikes is owned by the one-and-only Ronnie “Ultranicus” Romance, aka UltraRomance. I had the pleasure of interviewing Ronnie and learnt the company was originally called Poppi’s Pizza and Public Restroom. He explained: “In the early…
The Ford Ranger Raptor Is Legit :: Video
Last summer, I had the good fortune to review Tune’s impressive M1 truck camper. It did not hurt that the M1 was bolted to the back of a 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor. I can safely say…
It’s All in the Name: The Story Behind Goose Gear
In this installment of the Expedition Portal series on brands that inspire us, Senior Editor Ashley Giordano profiles overland industry leader and vehicle-based storage solutions manufacturer Goose Gear. It’s easy to notice the quality of a Goose Gear product…