Who hasn’t dreamed of traversing the Pan-American Highway on an epic overland journey? I certainly have, and last year, that dream became a reality when a group of avid adventurers decided it was time to tackle…
Overland Journal Podcast :: Next Meridian Expedition on the Importance of Finding Your Own Rhythm
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 198 Nick Chazee and Mathilde Vougny of Next Meridian Expedition are a French-Italian couple in the midst of a world tour in their Land Rover Defender. In this episode from the field,…
Overland News of the Week
Rapha Explore Luggage System In this week’s overland news, Rapha has unveiled their Explore luggage system that’s “designed to go further” with long-distance bikepacking and adventure cycling in mind. As the name suggests the new lineup…
Overland Scout Black Bear Pass Most Dangerous Pass in Colorado You Must Do :: Video of the Week
What could be better than a group of experienced and like-minded people taking their equipped and capable vehicles out for an off-road adventure? Not much, if you are that way inclined. In this video of the…
The Moonlander by Radica Products
So, you’re a young, hip, Carharrt-clad individual with more on your mind than how many watts of solar you need to express an espresso. You want to get out there and live, surf, camp, and explore…
Land Rover Introduces the Defender Octa Promising Extreme Performance On- and Off-Road
Last year, we had the honor of attending the Land Rover Trek media event held in Texas (which we very nearly won). We were impressed by the Defender’s off-road performance, agility, and power and could not…
Rust To Glory – The Ultimate Overland Movie – Is Now Streaming
Rust To Glory redefines the overland adventure documentary genre by capturing the trials and tribulations of three unique teams and their unlikely vehicles as they tackle the world’s largest amateur rally, the Budapest-Bamako. “We wanted to…
Getting Unstuck: Recovery Items to Keep You Moving
Okay, let’s be honest. Just because I’ve been driving four-wheel drive vehicles for 50 years and just because I’ve covered most of the major four-wheel-drive events in the United States (including numerous trips over the Rubicon…
The Inflatable POD-01 Tent by EXØD Might Be the Camp Solution You Have Been Waiting For
Thanks to the evolution of material technology, inflatable outdoor equipment is becoming more practical for short- and long-term overland travel applications. The POD-01 by EXØD represents a novel approach to portable outdoor living, blending advanced kite-surfing…
Norweld Partners With Ineos to Create the Ultimate Grenadier Tray
Norweld, Australia’s premier manufacturer of 4WD trays and canopies, has announced a partnership with British automotive manufacturer Ineos. This collaboration aims to customize Norweld’s unique tray and canopy products for new and upcoming vehicle models, including…
The Jeep x Addax Gladiator Overlanding Camper Ships Summer 2024
The Jeep Gladiator overlanding camper by Addax Overland is purpose-built and designed to provide a comprehensive and comfortable solution for Jeep overland enthusiasts. This camper complements the Jeep Gladiator’s robust off-road capabilities with specialized camping amenities,…
2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure
BMW’s 2025 R 1300 GS Adventure is ready for the big tour. Street or dirt, solo or two-up, it’s built to go the distance with the most creature comforts this side of a Honda Gold Wing….
Toyota Australia To Phase Out Land Cruiser 70 Series V8 Engine Despite Popularity
Toyota is set to phase out the V8 engine that has powered the Land Cruiser 70 Series since 2007 while also introducing a five-speed manual gearbox for most four-cylinder variants; rumors began circulating of the demise…
Taylor Gibler Offroad – Epic Overlanding Movie | Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route :: Video
Here in Europe the ability to leave the tarmac and explore forestry roads and trails is very restricted, so I always watch in wonderment (and envy) as Americans tackle extended off-grid trips such as Backcountry Discovery…
The Inflatable GT Sky Loft is the Largest Rooftop Tent Available
One of my favorite pearls of earned wisdom is that space and light are the ultimate living luxury when overlanding. It was that belief that led me to convert my Land Rover into a camper with…
Ineos Launches the Detour and Unveils Future 4×4 Prototypes
IneosAutomotive has introduced the Grenadier Detour, the inaugural limited edition from its newly established Arcane Works division. Limited to just 200 units, the Detour showcases bespoke design elements and allows customers to personalize their Grenadier. The…
Feralosophy: A Ladies-Only Overlanding Experience is Coming This October
(feral-os-o-phy) (noun): In a wild state, especially after escape from captivity or domestication. Belief or doctrine. The Ozarks regularly appear on Expedition Portal and in Overland Journal for good reason. Overlanders frequent the forested mountains that…
Ignik Topside and Flipside Heated Bedding :: Field Tested
Rest is one of the most underrated necessities of overland travel. One of the first pieces of advice I offer to new overlanders is to go all in on their sleep systems. Waking up refreshed with…
Magic at The Meadow – 2024 Sierra Trek
Back in 1966, a group of Jeepers gathered in the northern Sierra Nevada along the banks of Fordyce Creek. They were in search of a long-forgotten wagon route that led to an 1860s mining camp known…
The TrekTwo Is a Camper Built for Comfort and Mobility
The TrekTwo Camper features German design and American build quality. Its core is the Toyota Tacoma, a vehicle that needs no introduction in overland circles. World Travel Vehicles has capitalized on Tacoma’s inherent strengths by integrating…