At the tender age of 18, I backpacked Israel and Europe, and upon my return to South Africa, I fell madly in love with a Durban surfer boy. Unfortunately, it was not meant to be, and…
Video of the Week :: Overland Site “Alaska Highway”
If Overland Site sounds familiar, that’s because we recently featured their epic 1998 Iveco TurboDaily 4×4 on Expedition Portal and were also fortunate to interview the Hungarian duo on the Overland Journal Podcast. Their website is a…
Judged by Its Cover :: Coming to Terms With Passport Inequity
The centuries-old mansion on Puebla, Mexico’s central plaza had been converted into a restaurant on the bottom floor with new apartments above. We sit in the living room of one of those apartments on the second…
Episode 125 Tina and Dave Payne on Family Travel and Seizing the Moment
Show Notes for Podcast #125 Tina and Dave Payne on Family Travel and Seizing the Moment Summary: Dave and Tina Payne on growing up in Africa, directing horror films, and choosing to say yes to exploring…
Overland Classifieds :: 2010 EarthRoamer XV-LT
If you’re contemplating a no-expense-spared luxury overland rig, then an EarthRoamer may be for you. These monster builds are designed to take you around the world in unrivaled comfort while providing the capability and durability to…
Overland News of the Week
Rigid Industries Announce 2022+ Tundra Kits Stock lighting is often adequate at best and can feel insufficient when navigating the backcountry in low light (avoid trail driving at night unless absolutely necessary). However, fear not, as…
ARB Linx Accessory Interface Long-Term Review
ARB is, arguably, one of the most recognizable and respected brands operating in the overland and 4WD travel sector. For years we have coveted ARB products, and we were excited to find that our current overland…
Car Culture Icon Ken Block, Dead at 55
Ken Block, one of the giants of contemporary car culture, died in a snowmobiling accident on January 2. Block loomed large as a rally racer, taste-maker, and seemingly indefatigable advocate for all things automotive. An entrepreneur…
Field Tested :: Dometic Go Hydration Water Jug and Faucet
Photography by Richard Giordano While the trusty jerry can has proved itself time and time again, the introduction of the Dometic Go Hydration water jug and faucet proves that the classic water container can be modernized…
Video :: Remote EV Charging Solved? We Charge a Rivian from an Overland Trailer
As a test of the XPlore RV’s capabilities, we test-charged the Rivian R1S from the 1080 Ah lithium battery bank in the X145. With 1,000 watts of solar and a 2,000-watt inverter, you can actually charge…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Ford E-350 4×4
The E-350 4×4 is something of an American hero and is one of the most popular vans on our forum, with recent examples including this 1997 4×4 camper, a 2010 Ujoint 4×4, and a 2007 Super…
Georgia, the Road Leads Back to You
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2022 Issue. Georgia—not the American state Ray Charles and Martin Luther King hailed from, but the little-known country located at the crossroads of Asia and…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Nissan Frontier w/ Hiatus Camper
The Nissan Frontier was previously shortlisted in Overland Journal’s Mid-Size Overland Truck of the Year review article This platform was significantly older than the other vehicles on the test. Still, Scott Brady summarised that “maturity has…
Is the Practical Winnebago Sprinter Adventure Wagon Modular Camper Worth the Price Tag?
Overlanding’s cousin #vanlife has been growing in leaps and bounds over the last decade and threatens to become the lifestyle of choice for college dropouts and retirees. The good news is that the vans, which scoot…
Overland Classifieds :: 2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper
There was a time when choosing a mid-size truck for overlanding meant heading to the Toyota dealership and picking up a Tacoma TRD Off-Road. However, it’s not that clear-cut any longer, with many excellent alternatives available….
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited LJ
The Jeep Wrangler, like the Land Rover Defender and the Toyota Land Cruiser, has a cult-like following. The Wrangler is not a luxurious vehicle, nor is it especially comfortable, but it is one of the most…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Ford E-350 4WD Sportsmobile
If you’re looking for a truly capable 4WD van for long-term remote travel then you can’t go far wrong with the Ford E-350. These vans offer generous interior living space despite a modest external footprint, long-lived…
Destinations :: Kyrgyzstan’s Karakol Region
Karakol is a convenient hub to explore the magical surroundings of its mountains and the immense Lake Issyk-Kul. It’s a great home base in Eastern Kyrgyzstan to stock up on food, water, and fuel; get your…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel with Custom Flatbed Camper
We’ve featured several well-equipped Ram 2500s recently including this $175,000 2022 Big Horn with Four Wheel Campers Hawk, a $105,000 2020 Laramie Off-Road Edition with Four Wheel Campers Raven, and a $129,000 2022 Ram 2500 with…
Die Raat vir Elke Kwaal: A CJ-3B Jeep Sluks its Way Through Botswana
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2022 Issue. At a crossing in the wild country of the Limpopo River may be found Gatvanolfant, the elephants’ hole. Here is also Oerwoud Store…