The Ford F-550 4×4 fitted with the 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel is a fantastic blank canvas for building the ultimate overland vehicle. An impressive 12,660-pound max payload and 26,500-pound towing capacity make this the perfect platform…
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Overland Classifieds :: 2020 Ram Rebel w/ Super Pacific Camper
There’s no such thing as the perfect vehicle, but there’s no question that manufacturers are getting pretty close. Ram’s Rebel manages to be a daily driver, commercial workhorse, family run around, overland rig, and a performance…
Will the Ford Maverick Tremor Off-Road and Overland? :: Video
Scott Brady tests the new Ford Maverick Tremor Off-Road and Overland, including deep snow and rocks that push the limits of ground clearance and traction. This pint-sized adventure truck is a surprising value at $32,000, and…
Camp Blankets for Overlanding
Photography by Richard Giordano Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2023 Issue. When Chief Three Eagles, leader of the Salish peoples, first encountered the Lewis and Clark Expedition party in the wide…
Overland Classifieds:: 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 4×4 w/ 1984 FWC Fleet
The Dodge Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size trucks on our forum, and for good reason. These vehicles provide excellent payload and towing capacity, dependable motors and drivetrains, impressive capability, comfortable interiors, and…
Sinje Gottwald Completes First Unassisted Electric Motorcycle Crossing of Africa
Traveling 13,000 kilometers from Spain to South Africa, Cake B2B Account Manager Sinje Gottwald has completed the longest-distance ride on an electric motorcycle. Her 124-day journey on the Cake Kalk AP spanned the West Coast of…
All-New 180-Degree Awnings from Eezi-Awn
Equipt Expedition Outfitters has recently announced the release of their latest product line, the Eezi-Awn Dragonfly awning. As the exclusive distributor of Eezi-Awn in the US, the company has once again cemented its position as an…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ GFC Camper V1
The Tacoma TRD Off-Road, topped with a lightweight pop-top camper, has to be one of the best set-ups for overland travel. I recently revisited Ashley Giordano’s interview with Bound for Nowhere, in which they discussed how…
Great American Rail-Trail Aims to Link Both Coasts
Rail lines offer a unique opportunity for building trail networks since they bridge urban, rural, and wilderness landscapes in ways other infrastructures don’t. The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) has been converting disused and abandoned rail lines in…
Overland Classifieds :: 2000 Mitsubishi Montero
During the pandemic, the cost of used 4WDs skyrocketed as more people swapped international travel for adventures closer to home. Fortunately, prices slowed down in 2022, and as we kick off 2023, we’re seeing many more…
Overland Classifieds :: 2013 Ford E-250 4×4 Pop-Top Adventure Van
Ford’s E-Series vans are a desirable overland platform thanks to their spacious internal dimensions versus modest external footprint, durable motors, interior comfort, and availability of OEM parts. In addition, these vehicles enjoy access to heavy-duty 4WD…
Overland News of the Week, February 17th, 2023
HydraPak Introduces New Water Filtration Systems HydraPak has introduced water filters designed to work seamlessly with their existing selection of flexible bottles, water storage, and reservoir lines. HydraPak President Matt Lyon states, “Adventure depends on…
Video of the Week :: The Sidecar Guys, Off-Road Sidecar Adventure from Seattle to Los Angeles
I’ll be the first to admit that the motorcycle/sidecar combo is not the first mode of transport that comes to mind when I think about overlanding. However, after traversing 35 countries and 34,000 miles in just…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road Expedition Build
If you’re looking for a do-it-all 4WD with unrivaled build quality and reliability, then the Toyota 4Runner TRD Off-Road should be a top contender. It features a 4.0-liter V6 motor that’s not the most economical choice,…
The Gathering “Get Grounded” Event is Heading to Georgia
Staples In Tents, also fondly known as Black People Off-Road, are riding high on the success of The Gathering held in Hendersonville, North Carolina, last October. The event proved so popular that world travelers and adventurers…
Optima Batteries Hosts First Ever Off-Road Event
Optima Batteries has successfully hosted its first-ever electrified off-road vehicle event during the dust and roar of King of the Hammers race week. The Optima Unplugged event took place in Johnson Valley and was free to…
2004 Mitsubishi Fuso 4WD Dump Truck Camper
One sunny day in Oaxaca de Juárez, Mexico, a vehicle rolled into camp. It stood out from the crowd despite being surrounded by every shape and size of overland vehicle imaginable. The Fuso, bearing the license…
Tune Outdoor Launches Innovative Lightweight Truck Camper, The Tune M1
Tune Outdoor is the new kid on the block, and the Denver, Colorado-based company has just introduced its flagship product, the Tune M1 camper topper. The Tune M1 is an innovative entry in the growing lightweight…
Field Tested :: InstaPrivy Portable Toilet Kit
Of all the portable commodes on the market today, the InstaPrivy is the only one you wear on your head. From outside the privacy shelter, the user looks like an olive-drab ghost on Halloween or perhaps…
Bruce Dorn on Saying Yes to Life and Adventure
Show Notes for Podcast #131 Bruce Dorn on Saying Yes to Life and Adventure Summary: Matt Scott and Scott Brady interview longtime pal and fellow adventurer Bruce Dorn. Bruce shares his incredible story of saying yes…