The Discovery is a popular overland platform on our forum with recent examples including this 2005 LR3 SE w/ HD Package, a 2013 LR4, and a 2012 LR4 HSE. Sure, there’s something undeniably romantic about an…
Field Tested: Rugged Road Ultralight Coolers
I like to think that I’m pretty strong. After all, as a 5.13+ rock climber and competitive ultramarathoner, I’ve worked pretty hard to get that way. I’ve gotten used to the fact that my muscles are…
Overland Classifieds :: 2008 Chevrolet Express AWD
The Chevy Express AWD isn’t the first vehicle that comes to mind when we think about overlanding, but that’s not to say it’s not a valid option. In fact, it’s a popular choice on our forum…
Overland Classifieds :: 1997 Lexus LX 450
The LX 450 combines rugged go-anywhere capability with class-leading luxury to create a rig that’s as home on backcountry trails as it is soaking up highway miles. This iconic 4WD is underpinned by Toyota’s bulletproof Land…
Wilderness Reconnection With Zero’s All-Electric FX
The backcountry is a necessity for me. It offers salvation, quiet stillness, and a childlike wonder when all of life’s chaos gets too loud. But even here, out amongst the evergreens and birch trees, the granite…
Overland Classifieds :: 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser TRD
Despite being almost 20 years old the FJ Cruiser continues to look contemporary and purposeful. It’s hard to comprehend that this icon is almost two decades old (unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show)…
Destination of the Week :: The Trans Bhutan Trail, Bhutan
The Trans Bhutan Trail has recently been restored and is open to the public for the first time in more than 60 years. Historically the trail was used by messengers, traders and pilgrims as the trail…
Overland Classifieds :: 1991 Mitsubishi Delica L300 Reimo Pop Top Camper
I owned a Delica L300 Chamonix some years back, and to this day I regret selling it. The L300 is a unique overland platform because it’s ultimately a SWB van built onto the chassis of a…
Video of the Week :: “Badass Brunette’s” Tacoma Truck Camper by Tiny Home Tours
In 2021, Ashley Giordano documented the impressive build specifications of “Badass Brunette,” aka Cristin Whetten’s 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport. This purposeful rig incorporates the essentials and little else and is designed specifically to facilitate Cristin’s…
Episode 112 Andrew and Courtney of Tsavo Touring on Overlanding with a Toddler and Multiple Vehicle Platforms
Show notes for podcast #112 Andrew and Courtney of Tsavo Touring on Overlanding with a Toddler and Learning From Multiple Vehicle Platforms Summary: Andrew, Courtney, and John are a US-based overlanding family whose sights are set…
Land Rover TReK 2022 Winner Announced
Land Rover recently held the TReK 2022 adventure competition for U.S. and Canadian retailers. The winning retailer, Rochester New York, has won for the second year in a row. The 2022 event took place across several…
iKamper Introduces A New Wedge Style RTT and a 270- Degree Awning
We here at Expedition Portal have a comprehensive “Field Tested” review of the new iKamper Blue Dot Voyager wedge-style rooftop tent and the ExoShell 270 Awning heading your way within the next two weeks. That does…
Down For Adventure Blankets
We received two blankets to assess while visiting a group of overlanders in Florida. Yes, Florida the state in least need of blankets. We have since used the blankets—one down and the other synthetic—for almost a…
2022 OLAF OctoberFest
Camping, wheeling, beer tasting, e-bikes, food, friends, and gear sounds like a decent weekend getaway recipe. This year Olaf OktoberFest will be held between 14-16 October, due east of Los Angeles at the Big Bear’s Holcomb…
Overland Classifieds :: 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser HDJ81 VX Limited
The Toyota Land Cruiser is widely considered overlanding royalty with the 80-Series considered one of the best (for more, read Matt Scott’s Why The Land Cruiser 80-Series Is The Next Classic). I’ve recently featured several adventure-ready…
Interview :: Heike Pirngruber, Solo Overlander
Heike, a German national who considers herself a global citizen, has been traveling solo around the world for the past nine years, first on her bicycle and then, more recently, walking with a pushcart and her…
UBCO EAV 2X2 — An Electric ADV Bike for Everyone
The UBCO 2X2 Adventure Bike combines high tech with high torque via front- and rear-wheel drive. Perfect for beginners and fun for experienced riders, it’s easy to handle, simple to own. UBCO calls the bike an…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro
The Tundra, much like the rest of Toyota’s 4WD line-up, has a reputation for excellence. These are by no means the best equipped trucks, nor are they especially comfortable or economical, but when it comes to…
Niche EV Adventure 1 ORV Teams Up With Egoe
My son has grown up traveling the world in purpose-built campers. He has had the opportunity to experience every shape and size of overland vehicle in a real-world, global travel environment. He has been planning his…
Over-The-Counter :: Medicine for Travelers
As travelers prepare to return to international travel, many will likely forget to pack their over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Many more will forget to check the international rules and regulations for common medicines easily obtained in…




















