Jonathan Hanson takes an in depth look at several of the best compressors
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Video of the Day: Off-road Ukraine
via West County Explorers Club: Here’s a recent Vimeo find documenting what appears to be a group of Czechs on a 2008 off-road expedition in the Ukraine. It looks like they had a great trip. And I like the video.
Just be careful about driving over those winch cables guys. Oh, and Smokey the Bear says to clear a five-foot-radius ring around that campfire but other than that, nice one…
Best of Expo: NuKaiser 715: Mopar Concept Vehicle
The most difficult part of driving the NuKaiser is keeping the sand out of your mouth from smiling so much.
Drive Nacho Drive is underway!
Another great couple is about to hit the road! Brad and Sheena have just quit their jobs and are embarking on a round-the-world trip in their VW Volkswagen. We are not sure yet if their biggest…
Arizona to Guatemala: Driving a Defender 110 OUT of the U.S., part 3
Phase 3: Guatemala
When we finally crossed into Guatemala, we had to pay a few bucks for some sort of mandatory agricultural spray on the underside of the vehicle.
Finding Your Way, the Modern Way
All-in-one GPS receivers for two- and four-wheel overlanders
By Chris Marzonie
Reedo Land Rover
… we came across this stylish, toy Land Rover complete with roof rack and tiny jerry cans …
Video of the Day: How a Differential Works
West County Explorers Club: Do you ever wonder how exactly a differential works? We all have a rough idea, but for a well-explained breakdown of the concepts, check out this instructional film from the 1930s. I think you’ll be hard-pressed to find a clearer explanation.
Arizona to Guatemala: Driving a Defender 110 OUT of the U.S., part 2
Phase 2: Southeastern Mexico
… we dropped down to the expansive sea-level marshlands in the state of Tabasco …
La Aduana: 1957 Chevy Oreville Crew Cab with NAPCO 4×4
This 1957 Chevrolet Crew Cab 4×4 is another beautiful example of a rare, period-custom truck. According to the seller it started life as a 1-ton pick-up and was then converted by Oreville Metal Specialty Company in…
Kindle Fire for Adventure Travel
As long-time Amazon Prime members, we ordered an early release Kindle Fire for evaluation. Given the form factor, we considered its suitability for adventure travel. Being just in the middle of the iPad and iPhone on…
Arizona to Guatemala: Driving a Defender 110 OUT of the U.S.
Phase 1: Intro; Northern/Central Mexico
Most Americans drool over the legendary Land Rover Defender 110, and especially ones newer than 25 years old, which cannot be legally imported & registered in the United States.
Exclusive first drive of Land Rover’s DC100 concept
… design a modern vehicle to complete the same tasks that the Defender did so well, and yet the primitive nature of the Defender is one of the things so many love about it.
Scenes from the Overland Rally
Besides the classes, the best part was meeting so many great people.
ARB Winch Bumper/Bull Bar Installation
Bumpers for Expedition Travel
Custom 22-Gallon Auxiliary Fuel Tank
This modification was completed in preparation for our 2004 Sierra Madre Mexico expedition, which required a fuel range of 320 miles, with 270 miles off-highway.
Last Overland Rally of the Year! Hollister Hills SVRA in Hollister, California October 20-23, 2011
There is still time to register for the last Overland Rally of the year being held in Hollister, California – where it all began one year ago.
The Fuso Earthcruiser
We take a look at one of the baddest campers around
Auspit: An Interview with Jon Sattler
Auspit is an Australian made portable rotisserie that is lightweight and packable. With several configurations the Auspit provides a unique cooking solution for an overland camp or for your back yard!
Sport Masters All-Purpose Awning
Light weight and compact storage dimensions.