Like everyone who buys a new bike with a stock seat, I quickly began looking for a solution to soften my ride. I had looked at replacing the seat on my 2020 factory-lowered BMW F 750…
Overland Embassy Guides Darién Gap Crossing for Travelers
Photo credits: Alejandro Huerta Franco The Darién Gap crossing between Panama and Colombia is many overlanders’ first exposure to the red tape of transcontinental vehicle shipping. Some travelers are so overwhelmed by the paperwork and costs…
Video of the Week :: Justin B. McBride Takes A Backroad Trip to Utah’s National Parks
Many people reconnected with their local areas during the pandemic, exploring closer to home. With that came a boom in vehicle travel, more specifically, overlanding. Here in the UK, 4WD trails and routes are few and…
Overland Classifieds :: 2022 Ram 2500 w/CampX Overland Camper
The Ram 2500 is a great truck that’s well-suited to overland builds, especially with the 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engine. It is, therefore, no surprise that the Ram 2500 is such a popular choice on the forum,…
Front Runner Launches the Highly Adaptable Slimpro Van Roof Rack
As overland travel becomes more popular as a lifestyle, many travelers are realizing the potential of a capable van as an option for long-distance travel. True, a van in almost any configuration will not be as…
Episode 100 :: Don’t Buy a Couch and Other Questions and Musings
Show Notes for episode 100 Episode 100 :: Don’t Buy a Couch and Other Questions and Musings Summary: Matt Scott and Scott Brady look back on 100 episodes and discuss lessons learned, questions from listeners, and…
Dometic Launches Inflatable Tent Range for the EMEA Market
Inflatable outdoor products used to be terrible; we can’t count how many times we’ve woken up with a hip on cold, solid ground when yet another “indestructible” inflatable mattress self-destructed. Most older overlanders and campers have…
Overland Classifieds :: 1995 Toyota Tacoma w/Custom Aluminum Flatbed FlipPac Camper
The Tacoma is one of the most popular trucks on our forum, with recent examples including a 2016 w/ FWC Fleet, 2019 TRD Off-Road, 2002 TRD Overland Build, and a 2014 T/X Baja Series. What makes…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Ram Power Wagon
If you’ve ever built an overland vehicle, you’ll know that the cost can quickly spiral out of control. Purchasing a truck designed from the factory for this purpose makes sense, but unfortunately, options are limited. The…
Overland Classifieds :: 1994 Stewart and Stevenson M1079 Expedition Vehicle
Stewart and Stevenson trucks are a popular choice for overland builds, with recent examples including this $350,000 2012 Adrenalin Industries Expedition Truck, a $120,000 M1088A1 6×6, and an $89,000 1997 M1088 6×6. This Family of Medium…
Ram 2500 Overland Build :: AEV Dualsport XP Suspension, Salta HD Wheels, General Grabber A/Tx Tires
Two important questions that I’ve asked myself throughout my Ram 2500 overland truck build are Will this upgrade add utility, and Will this upgrade enhance capability? Utilizing this decision-making framework is generally straightforward, but when it…
Backcountry Discovery Routes Releases First BDR-X Route and Announces Entire BDR Film Library Free on YouTube
As a full-time overlander, I can’t begin to express how invaluable online resources are. Sure, there’s a romanticism to route planning and figuring it out as you go, but some of my best experiences have been…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Overland Build
The Tacoma is a popular platform for overland builds, with recent examples including this 2016 TRD Off-Road w/ 2018 FWC, a 2019 TRD Off-Road, and a 2014 T/X Baja Series. The popularity of this Toyota is…
Overland Classifieds :: 1999 Ford E-450 7.3-liter Ambulance w/U-Joint Conversion
During the pandemic, overlanding boomed in popularity as people switched international travel for adventures closer to home. Subsequently, demand for used vehicles skyrocketed, but with limited availability, sellers exploited the willingness of buyers to spend over…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Subaru Forester XT w/ Rooftop Tent
The Forester is a truly dual-purpose vehicle that’s engaging to drive, comfortable, reliable, and economical on-road, but rugged and capable when the tarmac ends. It’s easy to become starry-eyed with go-anywhere campers and heavily modified 4WDs,…
GMC Announces Their AT4x Factory AEV Overland Package
There are few companies that inspire thoughts of innovation and quality like American Expedition Vehicles (AEV). This certainly fueled our excitement to see an AEV performance package offered from the factory on a GMC full-size production…
Video of the Week :: These Bolivian Cholitas Climbed the Highest Peak in the Americas
Grasping her hiking pole and pumping her arm in victory, Lidia Huayllas celebrates as snow swirls past the tears on her cheeks. She and her fellow cholitas, Liita Gonzales, Dora Magueño, Elena Quispe, and Cecilia Llusco,…
Overland News of the Week
REI Co-op Trailgate Vehicle Sleeping Platform Two pieces of gear caught my attention at the Northwest Overland Rally, and REI Co-op’s Trailgate Vehicle Sleeping Platform was one of them. Car camping is arguably the most accessible…
Destination :: Seceda, Dolomites, Italy
As a general rule, I arrive at tourist hot spots early, which often requires waking at 4:30 am with a groan, stumbling around the van like a zombie, and wondering why “Jack of yesterday” didn’t go…
Made in Canada, Eh! Canadian Vendors Shine at the BC Overland Rally
The BC Overland Rally is one of a few overland events where the Canadian flag flies; tangy ketchup chips, sweet maple syrup, and foodstuffs from Tim Hortons grace participants’ camp tables; and beanies are known as…