If there is one thing to be said about European-designed and built overland vehicles, it is they tend to be practical above all else. While others may fit larger tires and bolt attractive light bars and…
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The Mighty Military Dodge M37
Editor’s Note: This Dodge M37 article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2023 Issue. Photography by Richard Villacres Old trucks are special. They exude character, strength, and personality; they appeal to our nostalgia; and they are…
Road Tested :: Honda XR150L
Riding a motorcycle on a curated route for a few hours, as I did recently at the 2023 Honda XR150L launch, is an exciting introduction to a machine. Having one in your own garage is motorcycle…
KTM Adventure Rider Rally Arizona
KTM brings their 18th Annual Adventure Rider Rally to Page, Arizona, from October 13-15, 2023. Holding it near the Arizona Strip allows riders to choose from routes in both Northern Arizona and Southern Utah. Rally headquarters…
Threedom – Creating Cultural Connections from Ireland to India
After a long, hard day in the saddle, all we want to do is to pitch our tent within the grassy compound of a random farmyard, but our host is having none of that. “This my…
Overland News of the Week, July 7th, 2023
Helinox HDB Collection If you’re looking for stylish and luxurious packable furniture for your outdoor adventure, then take a peek at the HDB Collection. A variety of chairs, chef tables, and high cots will ensure a…
Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the INEOS Grenadier
Show notes for episode #152 Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the INEOS Grenadier Summary: Few places on the planet resonate with the adventurer like the African continent, from the vibrant cultures to the…
Land Rover Discovery LR4 & VW Syncro Overlanding by Kasper Høglund
In most cases, it’s a comfort knowing that you’re overlanding with a second vehicle just in case something goes wrong. That is unless the support vehicle in question is either a Land Rover Discovery or a…
The GMC 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Edition is Overland Inspired
As if we needed more proof that overland travel, once the reserve of outsiders and hard-core explorers, has become a mainstream concept, GMC is investing heavily in the overlanding and off-road arena with the unveiling of…
Overland Journal Announces Their Trans-Africa Journey with the Grenadier
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…
The ARB Earth Camper Joins the Trailer Wars
Quick, without thinking about it, name five overland brands right off the top of your head. Ten-to-one says ARB is one of them. The venerable Australian manufacturer has been a stalwart in the market for decades,…
The 1964 Volkswagen Bug That Could :: Feature Vehicle
Studies show that the act of witnessing the journey of an underdog instills a sense of hope. Whether we’re following a protagonist’s quest in a novel or watching Rocky, the experience affects our biochemistry, altering our…
Is the CaraBoat the Ultimate Floating Camper Trailer?
“Don’t Worry Be Happy” is playing on the Walkman; your mullet, mustache, shoulder pads, and denim short shorts are gnarly. A ski boat and water skier cut lines in the still lake, disturbing your perfect relaxing…
Honda XR150L First Ride
The wait is over: Honda’s 2023 XR150L dual-sport motorcycle has hit American shores. Honda introduced the friendly, inexpensive dual-sport at a late-June press launch in Solvang, California. Expedition Portal was there to ride the XR and…
Lightship L1 Electrifies the RV Market :: Video
Lightship says their flagship camper, the Lightship L1, can be towed with near-zero range loss for EVs. This is a bold claim, and only real-world experience will back it up, but one thing is for certain:…
Mac MacKenney on Leading Expeditions and Breaking Records
Show Notes for Podcast 151: Mac MacKenney on Leading Expeditions and Breaking Records Summary Scott Brady interviews Mac MacKenney, overland expedition leader and Guinness world record holder. Mac started life with dreams of being a pilot…
Unbreakable: Vasilisa Komarova’s Six-Year Journey to Justice
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2023 Issue. Illustrations by Wayne Watford. Editor’s Note: This article contains mature content that may be considered disturbing, particularly to victims of sexual assault or minors. Seven…
The Everyman’s Overlander — Video of the Week
By the time I sat down with Pat Rich for a plate of tacos near his home in a Salt Lake City suburb in 2021, we had known each other for eight years and yet had…
The “Goose” All-In-One Motorcycle Camping System is Trail and Road Ready
Fresh out of high school, I bought a Yamaha XS 1100 Special and hit the road in every direction as often as possible from my dull, mining company hometown. I soon learned that good gear made…
Border Shock: An Overlanding Family’s Nightmare
Editor’s Note: This border crossing article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2023 Issue. Words by Chris Simon, in collaboration with Richie and Abigail Gubler. Overland border crossings are exciting, unpredictable, and stressful. No matter where…