There is a moment, from time to time, when I am led away from my husband under the guise of an impending surprise. In Colombia, it was donning a rancher outfit; in Morocco, a traditional Amazigh…
Expedition Dark Sky :: Big Bend National Park
I went to Big Bend for three days, and it changed my life. Yes, I know that’s dramatic, but stick with me. Rachelle Croft and I have collectively traveled extensively throughout the world—Rachelle primarily overlanding, and…
Moto News Roundup :: Himalayan Twin Tested, Triumph Goes the Distance, H-D Struggles Again, More
In our Moto News Roundup for August, Royal Enfield continues to tease its new Himalayan 750 and the exciting Him-E, Triumph and Red Bull tout a record-breaking round-the-world attempt with Sam Sunderland, Harley Davidson keeps grasping…
Runaway Campers Has Introduced Its Venturist 4×8 Trailer
Buying a new trailer is an expensive affair these days, and building a trailer can be a costly and sometimes frustrating affair. Runaway Campers has introduced its Venturist 4×8 trailer as a notably compact yet rugged…
Overland News of the Week
Mopar Expands Lineup with New Affiliated Accessories Program Kicking off this week’s overland news is Mopar, the global original-equipment parts, accessories, and customer service brand of Stellantis, which has launched an expanded accessories program for US…
Choosing the Harder Path: Storytelling, Sacrifice, and the Road Ahead with Harrison Schoen
In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast host Matt Scott sits down with Harrison Schone. Harrison Schoen (@harrisonschoen) made his name living in a Porsche Cayenne and sharing raw, honest stories from the road. But it was…
Lennartz Technik Unveils the Lennson Pro Single Cab Ineos Grenadier
I am regularly approached by overlanders with big dreams and healthy budgets asking which vehicle I recommend for international overland travel. My answer varies based on their responses to a few basic questions, which are asked…
Finding the Heart of Africa
Friends, as you know, there’s always that familiar nervous feeling of anticipation at the beginning of each new great adventure. The challenges of visas, money, equipment, kitting out the expedition Land Rovers—the list seems endless. Left…
Exploring Daytona Beach, Florida with Hankook Dynapro
As an overlander and adventurer, my journeys often lead me to unexpected places that reveal the fascinating history and culture of a location. Exploring Daytona Beach is one such destination that blends motorsports, history, and the…
Ultimate Overland Journal Moving Sale: 60% Off
Overland Journal is thrilled to officially join the Overland Collective in Montana! While our team of adventurers, editors, and storytellers is spread across the globe from Arizona to Australia, this move marks the transition of our…
The Defender Octa and Land Rover’s Return to True Adventure
“But would you drive it across Africa?” That was the question journalist and fellow adventurer Dustin Beatty tossed my way as we rolled back into base camp in Grand Junction, Colorado, dusty, exhilarated, and fresh off…
2026 Toyota Sequoia Announced with Cosmetic Upgrades
Toyota has unveiled its 2026 Sequoia full-size SUV, delivering a refined iteration that builds on its adventure-ready DNA with carefully curated upgrades. Presented on July 22, 2025, in Plano, Texas, the refreshed model focuses on enhanced…
Matt Prior on Traveling the Silk Road with a Family
Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady as he speaks with adventurer Matt Prior about his remarkable five-year journey around the world with his family, known as Project Wild Earth. Matt, his wife, Leah, and their…
The Arctic Beckons – Expedition: Greenland Film Set for Release
Deep in the dog days of summer (in the Northern Hemisphere at least), it’s hard to imagine the brutality of the freezing conditions north of the Arctic Circle. Lying almost entirely above 66 degrees of latitude,…
The Tentrax Ascend Trailer Is Built for the Toughest Trails
Tentrax, the North Carolina-based specialist in lightweight, expedition-ready trailers, has officially launched its flagship model, the Ascend, expanding its range of off-road micro campers. Engineered for extreme terrain, the Ascend brings a rugged yet compact solution…
Built to Roam: Expedition Vehicles with Spencer Park of Bliss Mobil
In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast host Matt Scott sits down with Spencer Park of Bliss Mobil to talk about our shared passion for expedition vehicles—what makes them special, what they enable, and why they matter….
2026 Toyota Tundra Receives Refreshing Upgrades
The 2026 Toyota Tundra was unveiled by Toyota on July 22, 2025, marking a new chapter for the full-size pickup with a series of refinements aimed at improving comfort, convenience, and capability. Although it is not…
Pizza to Go: Portable Ovens that Bring your Favorite Pies Beyond the Backyard
Overlanding getaways to the backcountry need not forego the simple pleasure of America’s favorite food. Adding an outdoor pizza oven to your cache of mobile cooking appliances instantly elevates life under the open skies. Today’s portable…
Overlanding With Jeep on the Rubicon Trail, 70+ Years After Mark Smith Organized the First Jeep Jamboree
“It’s really gnarly up there,” trail boss Pearse Umlauf of Masor Performance (also president and CEO of Jeep Jamboree USA) tells us, over dinner. We’re high in the High Sierra near Lake Tahoe, a group invited…
Unplug Outdoor Co. Debuts the Trailster, a Fusion of Camper Cap and Rooftop Tent
Unplug Outdoor Co. has launched the Trailster, a thoughtfully designed combination of a camper cap and rooftop tent, built to fit both mid-size and full-size trucks. Marketed as the first of its kind, the Trailster merges…