It is one of the most influential dates in modern history, but one easily forgotten. The day was August 16, 1896 when in the far flung wilds of the Canadian Yukon George Carmack, his wife Kate,…
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Field Tested: Solo Stove Bonfire
Several times a year I’m contacted by an upstart company asking if I can help promote their Kickstarter campaign. My canned answer, delivered sometimes abruptly, is always––no thanks. I’ve learned my lesson featuring projects which not…
Toyota’s Adventure Mobile for the Future, the FT-4X Concept
Automakers have to overcome a host of challenges to stay relevant in an ever changing marketplace. One of the smaller hurdles is navigating the crowd of eye-rollers like me every time a far fetched concept car…
2017 Moab Jeep Concept Vehicles Released
It’s that time of year again. Jeep and Mopar have convened on the red rock escarpments of Moab to tease Jeep enthusiasts with futuristic looks at the direction of the brand. Our own Chris Collard was…
Beyond the Truck: Defeat and Retreat in John’s Canyon
When my headlamp flickered one last time and everything went inky black, I wouldn’t say I panicked, but I was definitely not stoked. I stood in the darkness and looked up, the edges of the canyon…
A2A Expedition: To Drag or Drop a Trailer, that is the Question.
I was once almost in love with an Afrikaans girl. She lived in a posh house on top of a hill and bore a German surname. Her father, Loot, hated the thought of me but begrudgingly…
Field Tested: ARB Cargo Gear Storm Bag
Weatherproof protection for the long, dusty, and rainy road.
Desk To Glory: Canadian Drives
Headed North? Here are three drives to put under your tires.
The Road Chose Me: A 200 Night Review of the Ursa Minor J30 Pop-Top
Testing a mobile abode with a lap of Africa.
Rumor Mill: More Renderings of the 2018 Wrangler Surface
I don’t want to sound like a pedant, but automotive news often pushes the boundaries of good journalism. I liken it to celebrity rumor rags and the unabashed pursuit of attention getting. As we knew they…
Field Tested: Nordic Pocket Saw
The power of a chainsaw in your back pocket.
Adventure Photographer: Shooting Images Worth Publishing
For the modern story teller, particularly those hoping to get published, the ability to convey events equally well in prose and pixels is no easy task. While some nail the word making, they may struggle to…
Field Tested: Sea to Summit 90L Duffle
Australia’s premium gear maker jumps into the expedition duffle game.
Buyer’s Guide: Hard Shell Roof Top Tents
This article was updated on 06 December 2023 The roof top tent has become an omni-present fixture 0f the overlanding world. As such, we have published dozens of reviews and op-eds espousing the benefits of truck-top sleeping as…
Solo en Baja
I had never been to Mexico prior to this trip. Also, being Swedish meant that my Spanish was pretty much non-existent. That wasn’t going to stop me. I could not have been more excited about my…
Field Tested: Ruger Go-N-Heavy Compact
There are two types of guys in the world. There are knife guys, and there are guys with knives. I tend to fall in the latter group and while I love to geek out on gear,…
Creating a Convenient Cup of Camp Coffee
If you’re anything like me, getting my day rolling without a cup of piping hot coffee is nigh impossible. Because my backwood outings range from vehicle supported forays with copious amounts of gear, to trips with…
Landcruising Adventure: Life in Argentina’s Wilderness, the Chaco
It’s dry, hot, and profoundly remote. Just where we would expect to find Karin and Coen.
Field Tested… A lot: The ARB Bumper
The year was 1975, and on the horizon a travel worn Land Rover sent clouds of dust swirling into the air. Behind the wheel, an off-road enthusiast by the name of Tony Brown shifted gears, while mulling…
Field Tested: Gear Aid ARC LED Light and Power Station
Shed some serious light on your situation with this 320 lumen light and battery pack.