Jeep pulled out all the stops on their latest concept vehicle, building the ultimate Jeep Grand Wagoneer overland platform, complete with 35 inch tires, revised fender flares, high clearance bumpers, retro interior, and a full interior living space. The cherry on top is the premium Retail Overland carbon fiber roof top tent with hard sides and large rigid windows. As…

Show notes and Summary for podcast #163. In the random show podcast, Scott Brady and Matt Scott riff on recent happenings in the overland sphere, including Matt getting stuck in the EarthRoamer, Scott getting stuck in the Grenadier, Matt going to Goodwood, buying a Tesla, and Scott ranting about payload again. . . Host Bios: Scott Brady Scott is the…

Arc’teryx Gamma Collection Kicking off this week’s overland news is Arc’teryx’s Fall collection which showcases “weather-resistant layers with stretch, exceptional breathability, and abrasion resistance.” The line-up includes the MX Hoody, which is a softshell top layer made from wind- and water-resistant Fortius 2.0 fabric. It has three zippered pockets and a helmet-compatible Stormhood. The range also comprises the MX Pant,…

At the Pacific Northwest version of Overland Expo, Expedition Portal’s 4WD Editor Graeme Bell walked us through some of the more interesting and useful gear available in the vast exhibitor area at the Deschutes County Expo Center. Overland Expo Mountain West in Loveland, Colorado, offered an even more expansive selection of vendors hawking everything from sunscreen to nearly seven-figure adventure…

JUE 477 was the first Land Rover to roll off the production line, only to find itself retired to a field and then a barn in the English countryside after a lifetime of toil. Tracked down by a group of enthusiasts, the plucky little Land Rover was then bought at auction by none other than the heart and soul of…

Few places on the planet resonate with the adventurer like the African continent, from the vibrant cultures to the ancient civilizations, megafauna, and some of the most remote and inspiring landscapes on earth. Over the past two decades, we have been fortunate to circumnavigate the planet three times and cross all seven continents. For our next journey, Overland Journal is…

Overlanders have been on the edge of their seats to order the new Ineos Grenadier, with information coming out on availability, packages, options, and pricing. It feels like a dream that the Grenadier even exists at all in 2023, a premium and capable vehicle-based adventure platform made specifically for us. And now we know how much the Grenadier will cost…

Show Notes for Podcast #142 Overland Testing Mashup: Raptor R, TRX, Grenadier, 4Xe Trailhawk, Defender 130, and more! Summary: For the Spring Vehicle Mashup, Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss the recent crop of test vehicles, including the Rivian R1S, GMC Sierra AT4x, Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4Xe, Hummer SUV, Ford Maverick Tremor, Defender 130, and more. With vehicle manufacturers…

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 is the fact that it is actually being produced, and customers are now starting to receive vehicles in the UK. In true Ineos fashion,…

Summary: Matt Scott interviews Scott Brady on his first drive of the (prototype) Grenadier Trialmaster SUV from Ineos. The Grenadier represents a significant offering to the overland market, being the first build on purpose SUV for overlanding in several years (since the 200 TLC left the market). The Grenadier combines classic styling with body on frame construction, 5-link suspension, solid…

When Land Rover ended production of the Defender, the assembly line had not yet come full stop before an eccentric billionaire began making claims he was going to single-handedly bring the vehicle back to life. The uber-rich are prone to such musings, but Jim Ratcliffe is not your garden variety rich guy, he’s a genuine captain of industry. Born in…