It was a six-hour drive from Arizona and a seventeen-minute search for the Holcomb Valley Ranch. The destination: Toyo Tires Trailpass 2023 in the mountains of Big Bear, California. As I drove southwest from my home…
Mosko Moto Gnome—The Small Tank Bag That Packs a Big Punch
There’s a lot to be said about a little tank bag. I’ve been just as guilty as the next ADV rider, packing out a full-size tank bag with all the things I think I needed, only…
Was the 1920s Plus Fours Routefinder Watch an Ultimate Failure or Ahead of its Time?
Imagine chugging down the bumpy roads of 1920s London in a Ford Model T, mechanical parts clattering away as you grip the manual steering wheel, shifting between high and low gear. Perhaps you are heading for…
Camp365 Introduces T Model Truck Bed Camper for Electric Trucks
Camp365, based in Minneapolis, has taken an idea and run with it, creating several different aerodynamic, fold-out, towable cabins. They liked the concept so much that they decided to add the Camp365 T Model truck camper…
Adventure Wagon Sprinter Van :: Field Tested
Call me a van virgin. The van revolution has been a huge part of the overland world for quite a while now, but for my own part, I have kept it at arm’s length. Having cut…
New Suzuki V-Strom Models Join the Adventure Lineup
The Suzuki V-Strom occupies a sweet spot for a lot of adventure-leaning motorcyclists who also need a bike that can handle more mundane riding duties. With this in mind, Suzuki has introduced two all-new dishes to…
Dead Reckoning | The Rebelle Rally Docuseries :: Video of the Week
The 8th Rebelle Rally kicks off this week in Mammoth Lakes, California, setting the stage for a challenging 10 days of precision driving and traditional navigation amongst some of the most iconic off-road terrain in the…
Overland News of the Week
Overland News: Let’s Go Aero Introduces E-Motorbike Carrier This week’s overland news begins with the V-Lectric Folding Rack (VFR). The VGF integrates a tray mount and ramp system that can withstand up to 80 pounds per…
New Products Showcased at Overland Expo East
The Overland Expo events, held nationally in the US, continue to grow from strength and have become the event of choice for manufacturers to launch and showcase new products. From top-tier vehicle manufacturers to up-and-coming gear…
Portable Power Stations :: Buyer’s Guide
Portable power stations, also known as portable generators or battery packs, are becoming increasingly popular for travel and RV use, especially when conventional power sources are unavailable. They are also superior to gas-guzzling generators that generate…
Overland News: Fall 2023 featuring the new Land Cruiser, ZR2 Bisons, Minimalist Travel Devices, and More
Show Notes for Overland News Podcast #166 Summary: Scott Brady and Brian McVickers launch a new series called Overland News, where we feature the latest from the overlanding industry, including new vehicles, camping equipment, travel gear…
The New and Improved Munro EV SUV Order Book Opens
Almost a year ago, we wrote about the launch of the Munro MK1, and recently, the Series M was unveiled, introducing a flexible range of all-electric 4WDs. The production-ready Munro is now offered in two distinct…
1978 C304 6×6 TGB13 Volvo :: Featured Vehicle
We first made contact with Benjamin Napper more than a decade ago when he was living in Australia, working on various technical projects and dreaming of a life less ordinary. For many, a dream remains a…
Ducati DesertX Rally
Ducati’s DesertX Rally motorcycle is their most hardcore adventure bike yet. With any more capability, it would have to be considered a race machine. Coming on the heels of the 2023 DesertX, the 2024 Rally is…
Alpha Motor Unveils the NightWolf EV Concept
It is perhaps serendipitous that a motor vehicle manufacturer named Alpha has produced a vehicle with a front end that reminds us of an Alfa Romeo of old, specifically the Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA (to be…
Chevy ZR2 Trucks – Real Life Impressions
Johnson Valley, California, a sunny October day, and we have the keys to six Chevy ZR2 Trucks. We started out at Lasertown, a desert oasis surrounded by some of the most popular off-road terrain in the…
Survivors: Nigeria, Murder, and Mayhem
A shot rang out, followed by a scream, loud and very close—too close. Our new Nigerian friends scattered as one without hesitation, cowering as they ran as if expecting a hail of bullets. They disappeared into…
Overland and Off-Road Porsches of Rennsport Reunion
When you think of Porsche, you probably think of a sleek 911 GT3 whizzing past you on the Interstate. Or maybe a a Boxster, top down and cruising up the coast. Or perhaps your taste is…
Boreas Campers Introduces the EOS-12 Camper Trailer
Boreas Campers has recently launched the latest addition to its lineup, the EOS-12 (named after the Greek goddess of the dawn), with a 12-foot cabin length. The EOS-12 features a powder-coated steel chassis, all-terrain tires, and…
Editor’s Choice Video—Overland Hard Case Testing
Overland Journal‘s Summer 2023 issue featured a Hard Storage Boxes Main Gear Review by Chris Cordes. This video features the semi-destructive testing used to draw some of the conclusions referred to in the test. Excerpt: Some…