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A person in a yellow parka raises their arms in celebration at a snowy overlanding outpost, beside a reflective sphere. Trucks and flags, including the UK, US, and Russian flags, are visible in the background.

From Humble Beginnings

Overland Journal Editor-in-Chief Chris Collard, Editor, photographer, explorer, and volunteer is inducted into the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame.

An Overlander wearing a grey t-shirt and a blue-and-white headlamp stands in a dark environment, the headlamp’s beam shining brightly forward to illuminate their overlanding adventure.

Electronics, Gear

Over the last several months I have been evaluating many of the newer headlamps to hit the market. While many of them have been rather uninspired additions to an already crowed field, a few have stood…

An Overlander pickup truck drives down a dusty dirt road surrounded by tall cacti and desert vegetation, with mountains visible in the background under a clear sky.

4WD, Adventure, Adventure

Got Baja (Part II): Cerveza, Tacos de Pescado, and Mañana Mode.

Chris Collard digs deep into the archives and finds gold…Got Baja? (Part II). It’s raw, but the cerveza is cold.

4WD, Gear

One-hour Ragtop

We install Bestop’s Supertop canvas on our long-term Toyota Tacoma.

An overlander rides a motorcycle on a narrow, winding gravel road in a hilly area, kicking up a trail of dust behind them. Green shrubs and grass line the rocky road.

Motorcycle, News

2015 KTM Adventure Rider Rally

Justin and Kyra of Westx1000 visit the high Rockies to report on a popular KTM rendezvous.

A white off-road SUV, equipped for overlanding with gear on the roof, drives through a shallow, rocky river surrounded by trees, creating splashes as it moves through the water.

4WD, Featured Vehicles, Uncategorized

Why 4x4s Are Better In Australia

Australia is filled with poisonous shit that’s constantly trying to kill you. But it’s also filled with the world’s best four-wheel drive vehicles. Yeah, basically everything the little off-road enthusiast inside of you has ever wanted…

Gear, Tools, Recovery and Safety

Field Tested: Spyderco Squarehead Folder Titanium

Thinking outside of the box, the Squarehead is if anything–unique.

A close-up of an orange and black handheld GPS or satellite communication device, essential for any overland adventure, showing navigation buttons, a slider switch, and a red SOS button. Fabric straps and clothing partially surround the device.

Tools, Recovery and Safety

What Happens When You Press the SOS Button?

Understanding GEOS and what happens when you summon their assistance.

Two Overlander adventure motorcycles with blue and white color schemes are parked on a gravel surface outdoors, surrounded by green shrubbery and trees in the background.

Featured Vehicles, Motorcycle

Featured Motorcycle: BMW HP2 Enduro

Ride and Wander interviews Sepp Mächler about one of the most coveted adventure machines.

A lightweight Overlander camping chair with a black mesh seat and bright green legs is set up outdoors on rocky ground, surrounded by trees and lush green foliage—perfect for your next overlanding adventure.

Camping, Gear

Field Tested: Therm-a-Rest Treo Chair

A superior sitter, we test the latest camp chair from Therm-a-Rest.

A truck parked in a grassy clearing with a rooftop tent set up—perfect for Overlanding adventures. The rear hatch is open, showing camping gear, storage drawers, and a portable stove beneath tall green trees and a clear blue sky.

4WD, Gear, Gear, Gear, Luggage and Storage

Goose Gear

Euro style drawer units with fridge slide

A yellow Overland SUV with roof cargo and gear navigates a rocky, uneven trail in a mountainous, grassy landscape. Another vehicle is partially visible in the background.

4WD

North America’s Aging Fleet of Overlanders

Has the golden age of the overland vehicle slipped the sands of time?

Four people stand silhouetted beneath a vibrant, star-filled night sky with the Milky Way visible—perfect for any overlander. White text at the center reads THE TOLL ROAD.

Adventure, Uncategorized

VOTD: The Toll Road (Preview)

There are things you shouldn’t miss, like this incredible video.

A bright red classic pickup truck, perfect for overlanding, drives on a dirt road through a mountainous landscape at sunset, with another vintage vehicle following behind, surrounded by trees and greenery.

4WD, Featured Vehicles

Legacy Power Wagon

At the confluence of old and new resides this beastly 4×4.

A multi-functional hatchet with a wooden handle is embedded in a fallen tree, set against a forest backdrop—perfect for any overlander exploring the wild, with tall pines and sunlight filtering through.

Camping, Gear

Gear Scout: Klecker Klax Lumberjack

When is a hatchet more than?

A person in full motorcycle gear sits on a black overland adventure motorcycle with saddlebags, parked on rocky terrain surrounded by bushes and trees under a cloudy sky.

Gear, Motorcycle

Trail Tested: Rukka Airman Jacket and Pants

Fear not the fierce heat of summer with Rukka’s alternative to open mesh.

A red SUV outfitted for overlanding with luggage on the roof is parked on a sandy, tree-lined area. An adult and child stand by the open driver’s door, surrounded by scattered sunlight and dry brush.

Uncategorized

The Heart of a Range Rover – Graham Jacksons 300TDi Classic

Building a Range Rover Classic for reliable, economical expedition travel

A red fat tire overland bike is displayed on a wooden platform against a red wall. Large black tires with white lettering stand out. A seated man wearing a cap and badge is in the background.

News, Outdoor

Interbike 2015: Adventure Cycling Continues to Expand its Segment

Interbike, the annual convergence of cycling enthusiast from around the world, just wrapped up the 2015 show this week. Although many people including myself feel this show is dying a slow death as a trade show,…

A pair of brown leather hiking boots with rugged light-colored soles rests on a lichen-covered rock, ready for your next overland adventure in the great outdoors.

Uncategorized

Field Tested: Mauna Lalo

Blending timeless designs with modern adventure.

A woman in a jacket sits in a boat on a river at dusk, looking toward the camera, while a man rows. Bright lights and buildings line the distant, lively riverbank—capturing the spirit of overlanding by water.

Adventure, Adventure, Motorcycle, Uncategorized

Top Five Places to Visit

Anna Grechishkina tells us of her favorite destinations. Touring the world on her KTM 1190R she’s seen more than most.

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