Show notes for podcast #135 Principles of Overlanding: Exploring the African Continent Summary: Scott Brady, Graeme Bell, and Stephan Edwards discuss the joys of traveling the African continent, including a comprehensive discussion about the classic western and eastern routes. Additional details regarding documentation, vehicles, and cultural considerations are also covered, the group reflecting on the immense ecological and cultural beauty…

I’ve been somewhat obsessed with the Jeep Wrangler ever since I discovered the adventures of Dan Grec. If you’re not familiar with his travels, I highly recommend checking out his website and picking up a copy of his book The Road Chose Me II, which documents the three years he spent driving 54,000 miles around Africa in a 2011 Jeep…

If you’re looking for sumptuous luxury and comfort, the Jeep Wrangler probably isn’t for you, but if you seek bulletproof go-anywhere dependability, look no further. The Wrangler is one of the most popular 4WD vehicles on our forum, with recent examples including this 2006 Rubicon Unlimited LJ, a 2016 expedition build, and a 2017 Unlimited Sport. It’s a platform synonymous…

The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon is a very desirable platform for overland builds with recent examples including a 2021 Rubicon and a 2020 with AT Overland Summit camper. In short, the Gladiator is an extended version of the Wrangler with a pickup bed and several key differences. Inevitably the Gladiator’s extended wheelbase offers both positive and negative attributes. Nevertheless, for overlanding…

The Jeep Gladiator Rubicon is a popular vehicle for backcountry travel with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2020 w/ AT Overland Atlas Topper, a 2021 Mojave, and a 2020 w/ AT Overland Summit Camper and AEV upfits. If you’d like a detailed look at how this vehicle can be equipped for off-grid vehicle travel, I recommend checking out this Jeep…

The BC Overland Rally is one of a few overland events where the Canadian flag flies; tangy ketchup chips, sweet maple syrup, and foodstuffs from Tim Hortons grace participants’ camp tables; and beanies are known as toques. Rally goers abide by kilometer signs en route to the event site in Merritt, British Columbia, and vehicle imports are limited at 15…

Although the wild anticipation of the Jeep Gladiator has settled since its introduction at the Los Angeles Auto Show in 2018, the platform’s uniqueness remains. Slowly gaining traction in the overland world, we’ve seen several renditions traveling the world, including Dan Grec’s Australian 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon and Hourless Life’s Gladiator Sport S with a Max Tow Package currently gracing…

  Show Notes for Podcast Episode #55 2022 Nissan Frontier and the State of Mid-Sized Pickups Summary: Scott Brady discusses his test of the new Frontier, and Matt Scott raises important questions and insights on the state of the mid size truck market.   This podcast is supported in part by: Rumpl OnX Offroad Full Transcription below: Scott Brady: [00:00:00]…

  Show Notes for Podcast Episode #54 Building the LJ and TJ Jeep Wrangler for Overlanding Summary: Matt Scott shares his recent purchase of a 2006 Jeep Wrangler LJ Rubicon, and the challenges of modifying it properly for both trail and travel. Matt and Scott discuss available aftermarket components, and the joys of a simple Jeep. This podcast is supported…

  Show Notes for Podcast Episode #52 Interviewing Hourless Life on overlanding around the globe as a family Summary: Scott Brady interviews Brittany and Eric Highland about the joys of traveling for years as a family, including giving birth to their son while on the road. They discuss migrating from an RV to a Jeep Wrangler, and ultimately deciding on…

Show notes for episode 38 Principles of Overlanding: Tires and Wheels Summary: Matt and Scott review the different considerations for tire selection, including tread pattern, compound, and size. For wheels, they review the critical attribute of backspacing, along with the pros and cons of steel vs aluminum. This episode sponsored in part by: https://beyondclothing.com/​ https://iconlifesaver.com/ Show notes:  Fundamentals: Wheel construction…

  Show Notes for Podcast Episode #35 Principles of Overlanding: Recovery Part 2 Summary: Principles of Overlanding: Vehicle Recover Part 2, where Scott Brady, Matt Scott, and Jim West continue their discussion about the critical equipment and techniques of recovery for the overland traveler. This Episode is Supported By: Danner Boots About Jim West: Jim is a retired Fire Fighter/Paramedic based…

Mobile apps are designed to improve our lives and provide us with readily available information. This is especially helpful while travelling. Hundreds of new apps are popping up left, right, and centre, so we connected with our fellow overlanders to help narrow down the search. Google Maps, iOverlander, and Maps.me were crowd favorites, and nearly every overlander we connected with…

This article was originally published in Overland Journal‘s Summer 2020 issue. Two Wheels South: A Motorcycle Adventure from Brooklyn to Ushuaia By Matias Corea   Review by Scott Brady ISBN 978-3899559767 This hardcover volume is a beautiful journey of adventure motorcycling with a thoughtful balance of art, design, and constructive insight. In particular, I appreciated the sections on preparation, with honest…

The Overland Journal Podcast #18 Principles of Overlanding :: What is Overlanding? Summary: For this Principles of Overlanding, Scott and Matt discuss the history of the term “overland,” and how to properly define it within the context of experience, with input from a large quorum of other overland travelers. They also pose a series of questions to help provide a…

Winding in-and-out of cirio trees and cardón cacti along the remote Baja peninsula trail which leads to Misión San Francisco de Borja, I realized how how versatile the Gladiator really was. I was driving a fully-equipped, four-season expedition camper at a rate of speed that would be unheard of in the overlanding world just ten—maybe even five years ago. The…

After years of working a desk, I realized that life wasn’t making me happy and I needed to make a change. I began dreaming, saving, and planning, and finally quit my job and sold all my stuff. Back in 2009, I wound up driving 40,000 miles from Alaska to Argentina, and I’ve been hopelessly hooked on Overland travel ever since….

Until a few years ago, there were only two suitable choices for a midsize overland pickup: the Nissan Frontier and Toyota Tacoma. That dearth of options resulted in limited innovation and notable apathy among both the OEMs and aftermarket. However, that all changed when Chevrolet, Ford, and finally, Jeep all released trucks into the market. As vehicle-based travelers, this is…

Before I had even heard the word “Overlanding” I set out to drive my little Jeep Wrangler from the top of Alaska to the bottom of Argentina. Needless to say I had the adventure of a lifetime, and I will never be the same. Over the course of almost 2 years I drove 40,000 miles through 17 countries in North,…

13 years ago, when Expedition Portal first displayed a vehicle at the SEMA show, there was only three purpose-built overland vehicles in attendance: The Turtle Expedition Ford, UJoint Offroad’s E350, and our 2004 Tacoma. Times have certainly changed and you cannot walk 10 feet without bumping into a roof tent or a snorkel. Even SEMA has fully embraced overland travel,…