Our friends at Gear Patrol posted this almost a year ago. Twelve months later, it’s still cool.
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Map of the Week: Global Deforestation 2000 – 2012
This is one of the most visually captivating maps we have ever found. Unfortunately, it illustrates the rapid deforestation happening around the globe. A compilation of more than 650,000 satellite images, it tracks the rate of deforestation between the years 2000 and 2012. To view the interactive map in its stunning detail, CLICK HERE.
Opinion: Overlanding or Car Camping and Does it Matter?
The confounding argument of what constitutes overlanding, car camping, and expeditions.
BMW Reports Record Sales with the GS Series Leading the Way
BMW has always been the big mover and shaker on the adventure scene, but 2013 was quite a year for the Bavarian manufacturer.
RTW in a Tuk Tuk
The spirit of the traveler is a wonderful thing on its own, but when paired to a creative imagination and an undaunted sense of purpose there’s no limit to what can be achieved.
VOTD: Earthcruiser
Adventure Interview: Noah Horak
We take some time with Noah Horak to talk about his life and adventures around the world.
Overland Routes: The Cassiar Highway
Winding through the mountains of B.C. is a path of beauty, excitement, and adventure. While many travel this route, few know the opportunities that lies just a few miles off pavement.
Gear Scout: MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes
Far from the tennis racket snow shoes of old, the MSR Lightning Ascents are lightweight, aggressive, and meticulously designed tools for the snowbound outdoorsman.
Mobius Motors: One Year Closer to Reality
Four years into this kick starters efforts, Mobius Motors is gaining traction in its efforts to provide Kenyans with an affordable automotive option.
VOTD: Insane Water Crossings
Brave or stupid. Too close to call.
2013 Overlanders of the Year: Coen and Karin-Marijke of Landcruising Adventure
If you have been following Expedition Portal’s front page in the last few months, you’ll be familiar with Coen and Karin-Marijke of Landcruising Adventure. On the road since 2003, they’ve driven their Toyota BJ45 Land Cruiser through Europe, Asia,…
Amy and Buck Complete 21,000 Mile Lap of China
After 146 days on the road, Amy and Buck completed their massive lap of China having logged more than 21,000 miles thus far. During this leg the duo visited all of China’s 33 provincial regions.
Stio Hardscrabble Jacket
Finally, a technical garment with a classic look that lets you fit in at the local watering hole as well as the backcountry.
Gear Scout: Superwinch Roam Smartphone Winch Controller
Meet the Roam from Superwinch, a WiFi enabled smartphone app that gives you full control of your winch. Analog advocates the end is nigh.
The Americas with Tubby Xplorer: Part 9
Jack Stuhler, the founder of Eezi-Awn, is an adventurous man and has spent his entire life exploring the African Continent. After driving from Johannesburg to the UK through the middle east in the early 1999, Jack set his sights on the Americas.
Map of the Week: Tracking the Aurora Borealis
If you have witnessed the spendor of the Northern Lights, you know there is no way of properly describing them. Words simply fail to convey the sense of magic that comes with these curtains of light as they flicker in the night sky. If you happen to be in a portion of the globe where the lights may be visible, this map will help increase your chances of seeig them. To view the current Aurora forecast CLICK HERE.
Triple Aught Design: Stealth Hoodie LT
Schoeller® 3-Layer waterproof/breathable stretch fabric, reinforced seams, more pockets than you know what to do with, and looks that can’t be beat, make the this jacket one of OI’s favorites.
