Camping on our favorite isolated Mexican beach, we heard the distant clunky rumble of a Tdi Land Rover, a unique sound pleasing to an enthusiast’s ear. Eventually, a white, right-hand drive Defender trundled into view, effortlessly…
A Shift-Your-Own Option Will Be Available on the 2024 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota continues a steady drip of teasers ahead of the official launch of the 2024 Tacoma (the launch date itself remains a mystery). In addition to portable Bluetooth tunes, a Trailhunter trim package, and hybrid drive,…
Video :: Preserving and Exploring the East Mojave Heritage Trail
Long-time denizens of Expedition Portal certainly will know our old friend and frequent contributor, Chris Cordes. Now with onX Maps, Chris has turned his passion for off-road exploration into a career helping others find their own…
Overland News :: GMC Unleashes the Sierra HD AT4x AEV
There is one clear trend happening in overlanding: Payload is king, and the king maker is the full-size truck. Travelers are tired of bend frames on mid-size trucks and 12 mpg out of overtaxed V6s. There…
Honda Trail125 :: New Color, New Engine
Honda continues to reveal new and updated motorcycles for the overlander. Joining the XR150L and CRF300LS models we reported earlier is the popular Trail125. Not only will it show up in a sage-y Pearl Organic Green…
Video :: Bruce Dorn Captures the Stunning Beauty of Samburuland
Many of you know Bruce Dorn from his countless overland exploits around the globe, including being the primary cinematographer for the Expeditions 7 epics. Bruce is a Legend member of the Canon Explorers of Light, a…
Episode 141 All the Overlandy Things We Don’t Need: A Gear Confessional
Show Notes for Podcast #141 All the Overlandy Things We Don’t Need: A Gear Confessional Summary: For this podcast, Matt Scott and Scott Brady riff on all the things we are told to buy for overlanding,…
Overland Deep Dive on the Defender 130 Outbound, 130 V8, and 110 County
Land Rovers helped form the origins of my own overland history, the Camel Trophy leaving me wide-eyed as a 19-year-old multi-sport athlete, transfixed by muddy Defenders teetering on lashed logs over a imposing chasm. I have…
P19 Shorty Trailer Revealed by Polydrops
Polydrops, winner of the iF Design Award 2022 in the Automobile/Vehicles category for their P17A1 trailer, has introduced its newest creation, the angular, teardrop P19 Shorty trailer. Building on the success of its predecessor, the P17A1,…
Video of the Week :: Restoration of a Land Rover Defender 90
A few precious videos on YouTube have inspired millions with a simple premise – an impressive project performed in a desirable setting, silent except for the impact of various tools (such wonderful ASMR!). In a digital…
Overland News of the Week
Gerber Gear Launches More Than Ready Camp Essentials As part of its More Than Ready campaign, Gerber Gear has released a wide range of multi-tools, knives, axes, and other camp essentials for 2023. Lightweight items like…
Meal Planning for Overlanding: Tips for Preparing Delicious and Nutritious Meals
“We all eat, and it would be a sad waste of opportunity to eat badly.” –Anna Thomas “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well if one has not dined well.” –Virginia Woolf There are two…
The Sprocket is a Lightweight Off Road Trailer With DIY Potential
As a long-term, full-time overland traveler, I am forever challenged by the need for more space in my vehicle for the essential (and nonessential) gear that I love. I also wholly appreciate the idea of a…
2008 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road Overland Build :: MITS Alloy Tray and OEV Alpine Camper Installation
One of the biggest reasons we embarked on this project was to upgrade from a small wedge camper on a mini truck to a larger, more comfortable camper with generous inside living space—something that we could…
Ignik Firecan Deluxe and Gas Growler :: Field Tested
A portable fire pit can enhance the vibe of any campsite, and if it can double down as a quick way to grill up a morning or evening meal, so much the better. While traditional fire…
Overland Expo Foundation Announces 2023 Grant Recipients
The Overland Expo Foundation has revealed the recipients of its grant program for 2023, which supports organizations and individuals working towards protecting public lands and maximizing rights for overland travelers. The foundation aims to fund projects…
First Grenadier Customers Take Dream Delivery in Morocco
As overlanders, the idea of the Ineos Grenadier is thrilling, the thought of a purpose-built overland vehicle that was made for us, for our needs, and for our way of traveling. What is even more thrilling…
Field Tested :: LifeSaver Wayfarer Water Purifier
way-far-er /ˈwāˌferər/ noun a person who travels on foot. Portable water filters are common kit among backpackers and other travelers of the remote backcountry. Rugged, reliable, and usually field serviceable, they take the guesswork out of…
Iconic Gelandewagen Celebrates 500,000th Production Milestone With an Anniversary Model
The Land Rover Defender, Toyota Land Cruiser, and G-Wagen (as the Gelandewagen is commonly known) are hands down the three most iconic overland vehicles. With the classic Defender relegated to the nostalgia of history, only the…
Motorcycle Helmets That Won’t Break the Bank—Without Compromising Comfort, Function, and Durability
Since I acquired my BMW F 750 GS a couple of years ago, I’ve gone through several helmets. It isn’t easy deciding which exactly fits the bill, and so much depends on the type of riding…