Attending the 2025 Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede took us to charming Pigeon Forge for some southern hospitality earlier this year. The weather was hot, the days were long with summer sun, everything was green and blooming, and black bears were roaming around town. After the event had ended, we found ourselves with a day…
2025 Bronco Stampede Episode 2: All-terrain Tires Up Close with the Hankook Dynapro AT2 Xtreme
One of the things we like best about events and annual gatherings like the 2025 Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is the engagement between attendees and the supporting sponsors and vendors. At this year’s 3rd annual Bronco Stampede, we had the opportunity to catch up with the Hankook Dynapro team and…
Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede 2025
It was mid-July 2020 when Ford announced the revitalization of the beloved Bronco. Since then, over half a million Broncos have been released into the wild, and consumer enthusiasm is fueling a growing schedule of annual events. This past July, Expedition Portal attended the 3rd annual Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede to visit with the…
Jeep Beach Episode 3: Hankook Dynapro Project Vehicles
Every great adventure begins with a properly prepared vehicle, including navigation, communication, and emergency equipment. Beyond that, the 4WD can be customized to the needs of the individual and their intended overland journey. Any great overlanding platform starts with quality tires in an appropriate tread pattern for the terrain. Next comes a suspension configured to…
The Hankook Dynapro Tire Lineup for Overlanding
For episode two of our Jeep Beach series, we talk with the Hankook team about their Dynapro line of overland and off-road tires. This includes their popular Dynapro MT, Dynapro XT, and Dynapro AT2 Extreme models. Presented by Hankook Dynapro Tire How to Select a Mud Terrain Tire for Overlanding: A mild mud pattern will serve…
Jeep Beach 2025
Every year, tens of thousands of enthusiasts attend the Jeep Beach event in Dayton Beach, Florida. Jeep Beach 2025 proved to be the next chapter in the ongoing adventure for the East Coast Jeep community, unfolding against the backdrop of Florida. This year, over 30,000 Jeep enthusiasts from every walk of life converged on the…
36 Hours of Adventure: Exploring the Nevada Desert with EagleRider
This 36-Hours of Adventure Exploring the Nevada Desert is Presented by: EagleRider Rentals and Tours Last year, Las Vegas hosted 40 million visitors to its restaurants, hotels, shows, and casinos. Most never leave the strip, but there are untold adventures within a day’s ride of the city. During my recent trip to the annual SEMA…
The Taste of the Smoky Mountains
For episode Six of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we embark on a culinary adventure, hosted by Sinuhe Xavier. The route continues with another visit to custom knife maker Tom Mohr and Ford’s Signs before music and BBQ at Doc’s 321 Café. Editor’s Note: Shortly after this series was produced, the Asheville area was devastated by historic…
The Fabric of the Smoky Mountains
For episode Five of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we embark on a craftsman adventure, hosted by Sinuhe Xavier. The route begins in with the custom knife maker Tom Mohr and continues to Ford’s Signs where classic pin striping and sign making still lives on. Editor’s Note: Shortly after this series was produced, the Asheville area was…
36 Hours of Adventure: Gear Testing in the Alpine Loop with Dometic
A Sponsored 36-hour Adventure By: Amanda Goad, Dometic This summer, we loaded up the new Dometic CFX5 Series and hit Colorado’s Alpine Loop—a rugged 75-mile stretch through the San Juan Mountains, climbing to 10,000 feet. With friends like Karissa and Linghbergh from @gondirtin and Chef Sarah Glover (@missarahglover) along for the ride, we spent days…
SEMA 2024 Day One: Overlanding Heats Up!
The SEMA Show remains one of the most important events of the year for overlanding, with OEMs and major brands launching new products and developing their prospects for the following season. 2024 is no exception, and the excitement was palpable as I walked the halls for the first day seeing exciting new concepts from companies…
Exploring the Smoky Mountains: Trail Scout
For episode Four of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we embark on a Trail Scout Episode, hosted by Sinuhe Xavier. The route begins in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and continues to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and ultimately the stunning overland route along the Old Buzzards Roost Road. Editor’s Note: Shortly after this series was produced,…
Exploring the Smoky Mountains: Planning Your East Coast Overland Adventure
For episode three of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we review the process of planning your overland adventure to the East Coast. From mapping applications, to tire selection, and finally equipment and driving recommendations. The Smoky Mountains are filled with overland adventure opportunities. Editor’s Note: Shortly after this series was produced, the Asheville area was devastated…
Exploring the Smoky Mountains: Jeep Gladiator
For episode two of Exploring the Smoky Mountains, we look at Ben Wootten’s 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport with 37-inch Hankook Dynapro XT tires. As an overland and 4WD instructor with over 18 years of teaching experience and operates Classic 4×4 in Asheville North Carolina. Ben also shares his insights into vehicle preparation for the backcountry….
The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion
It’s a Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion Thing! Each year, thousands of Jeep enthusiasts descend on the LeConte Center in Pigeon Forge to meet vendors, stroll the show & shine, and connect with other brand enthusiasts. The event is also fairly priced at only $20 for an adult and $10 for children. Presented by Hankook Dynapro Tire…
Tires for Overlanding Episode 6 :: Overland Vehicle Preparation and Treading Lightly
Join us for episode six of our educational series on Tires for Overlanding, where we review selecting various tires, driving and recovery, vehicle preparation, Tread Lightly, and more. For this sixth episode, we discuss the importance of Overland Vehicle Preparation, including the ABCs and other essential items to make overlanding safe and enjoyable. We also…
Tires for Overlanding Episode 5: Recovery Techniques
Join us for episode five of our educational series on Tires for Overlanding, where we review selecting various tires, driving and recovery, vehicle preparation, Tread Lightly, and more. For this fifth episode, we discuss the fundamentals of overlanding recovery techniques, including using traction boards, a vehicle-mounted winch, and conducting a vehicle-to-vehicle recovery using a kinetic…
Tires for Overlanding Episode 4: Driving in Sand and the Dunes
Join us for episode four of our educational series on Tires for Overlanding, where we review selecting various tires, driving and recovery, vehicle preparation, Tread Lightly, and more. For this fourth episode, we discuss the fundamentals of driving in sand and the dunes, including tire pressures, leeward and windward side of the dunes, tire selection,…
Tires for Overlanding Episode 3: Airing Down for Backcountry Travel
Join us for episode three of our new educational series on Tires for Overlanding, where we review selecting various tires, driving and recovery, vehicle preparation, Tread Lightly, and more. For this third episode, we discuss the fundamentals of airing down tires for overlanding, including deformation, contact patch, mechanical keying, flotation, and more. We also discuss…
Tires for Overlanding Episode 2: All-Terrain Tires
Join us for episode two of our new educational series on Tires for Overlanding, where we review selecting various tires, driving and recovery, vehicle preparation, Tread Lightly, and more. For this second episode, we discuss the fundamentals of all-terrain tires for overlanding, including construction, lug design, and tread features for sand, rock, ice, snow, and…