Tanya Ritchie-Hicks and her son were casually perusing the internet when they spotted a lemon-hued 1981 W123 Mercedes-Benz car for sale. Tanya hated yellow cars, and this one was particularly hideous. But it had a diesel engine, and it was cheap, so they went for it. Later, as Tanya’s son drove the Mercedes through the gates of her home in…

Show notes for Episode 155: Toby Savage on Exploring and Photographing the World by Land Rover and WWII Jeep Summary: Scott Brady interviews desert explorer Toby Savage in episode 155 of the Overland Journal Podcast, a professional photographer, and Land Rover enthusiast. Tony shares his many adventures in his Land Rover and his significant work with the Long Range Desert…

Adventure takes many forms, from climbing mountains to crossing continents to the limits of adhesion through a mountain chicane. On Expedition Portal, we have covered all manner of human and vehicular exploration, which now includes the thrill of grand touring.  Grand touring originated from the Italian phrase Gran Turismo, which was subsequently abbreviated to the ubiquitous GT. In the same…

Show notes for Episode 154 Episode 154—Principles of Overlanding: Expedition Campers Summary: In episode 154 of the Overland Journal Podcast, your hosts, Matt Scott and Scott Brady, discuss the merits, considerations, and limitations of the expedition campers and how to best prepare your overland home on wheels. They do the deep dive on EarthRoamers, EarthCruisers, Adrenalin Campers, Nimbl, and others….

Show notes for episode #153 with Chris Cordes Principles of Overlanding: Navigation Summary: Scott Brady and Chris Cordes discuss navigation tools and solutions for remote travel, including the importance of fundamentals like the paper map and compass. Additional topics include GPS units vs. Apps, and some of the key learnings and insights around digital navigation applications.  Guest Bio: Chris…

Show notes for episode #152 Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the INEOS Grenadier  Summary: Few places on the planet resonate with the adventurer like the African continent, from the vibrant cultures to the ancient civilizations, megafauna, and some of the most remote and inspiring landscapes on earth. At Overland Journal, we have been fortunate to circumnavigate…

Danner Announces First Modern, Recraftable Hiking Boot First up in this week’s overland news is the Mountain 600 Leaf GTX which represents “a step forward in Danner’s mission to combine outdoor performance with a reduced carbon footprint.” The boot is available for both men and women and can be resoled and reconditioned via Danner’s Recrafting Program. The 600 Leaf GTX…

Editor’s Note: This Halite Field Tested article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Spring 2023 Issue.  We received two Halite bags in mid-2019 as we were planning a journey from Cape Town, South Africa, to Vladivostok, Russia. We were looking for waterproof bags to store on the roof of the Defender to contain soft goods: the canvas walls of the awning,…

Show notes for Overland Journal Podcast Episode 148: Dan Grec on circumnavigating Australia, and the importance of connecting with family Summary: Scott Brady interviews Dan Grec, our very first podcast guest on the Overland Journal Podcast Episode 148. Dan has recently completed his trip around and across Australia, along with traveling with his partner and father. Dan also announces his…

Goose Gear Introduces the Explore Series A new and improved rebrand of Goose Gear’s M-Series, the Explore Series incorporates the company’s new MaxLite proprietary extrusion, which reduces the total weight of the products by 26 percent. Made of 6063 aluminum alloy with T6 tempering, the MaxLite offers high corrosion resistance and incredible strength. Explore Series products include plate systems and…

Show notes for podcast #146 Our Overland Life Shares the Joys and Skills of Overlanding Full Time Summary: Matt Scott and Scott Brady interview Liz and Brett about living and working full-time as overlanders, including their hacks for making the transition to life on the road. They share the details of their E350 van, 4Runner, and Airstream projects, and how…

Off Highway Van (OHV), a prominent camper van designer and manufacturer based in Salt Lake City, Utah, has unveiled the Spur. This new camper van model simplifies the van life experience by providing essential amenities without the burden of unnecessary extras. Conceptualized for adventurers who value ease and practicality, the Spur is designed to offer a more accessible entry point…

Summary and Show Notes: Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss the specifics of the exceptional AEV Prospector and Prospector XL, both built on the Ram 2500 / 3500 platform and featuring 37 or 40” tires, steel bumpers, snorkel, HD steering, suspension system, and high clearance fender flares. These trucks are built for exploring, with sufficient payload to install a camper…

We love practical, multi-purpose gear which is well-designed and constructed to survive harsh environments and heavy use. Ignik, the outdoor brand headquartered on Bainbridge Island, Washington, is set to expand its product offerings with the introduction of propane tank accessories; the company has unveiled the 20-pound Tank Case/Seat and 20-pound Tank Tote, designed to facilitate seamless transportation of large-scale propane…

If you are a fan of surgical carpentry and workmanship, the Classic Land Rover Defender, and impeccable filmmaking, then this is the video for you. Titled “Exquisite Land Rover Defender Camper Build – Start to Finish – Crafted in Southern Arizona,” the film highlights a joint effort between Sonoran Rovers and skilled artisan Arjuna Steen. The build project spanned over…

Show Notes for Podcast #142 Overland Testing Mashup: Raptor R, TRX, Grenadier, 4Xe Trailhawk, Defender 130, and more! Summary: For the Spring Vehicle Mashup, Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss the recent crop of test vehicles, including the Rivian R1S, GMC Sierra AT4x, Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4Xe, Hummer SUV, Ford Maverick Tremor, Defender 130, and more. With vehicle manufacturers…

Show Notes for Podcast #141 All the Overlandy Things We Don’t Need: A Gear Confessional Summary: For this podcast, Matt Scott and Scott Brady riff on all the things we are told to buy for overlanding, but don’t actually need. This of course begins with an Instagram account, which we (shockingly) don’t need to go overlanding. The conversation continues into…

Show Notes for Podcast #140 Randy Perkins on Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Your Path to Adventure Summary: Scott Brady interviews Randy Perkins about his motorcycle and 4wd adventures around the world. Randy also shares his journey of overcoming addiction and loss to find his path to adventure.  Guest Bio: Randy is the go-to guy at Timber Tomorrow for all day-to-day…

Log on to your favorite social media site, and you will no doubt scroll past endless displays of immaculately prepared and outfitted overland vehicles, from Toyotas on steroids sporting 37-inch tires and every outdoor gadget known to man to rebuilt Mercedes 4WD vans with wood-clad interiors, potted plants, granite tops, young bikini bodies, and a fluffy puppy. You won’t generally…

Show Notes for Podcast #139 Nick Dimbleby on Exploring and Documenting the World by Land Rover Summary: Scott Brady interviews famed photographer Nick Dimbleby about the Camel Trophy, and traveling around the world by Land Rovers. Nick shares his experience capturing world-class photographs and videos while on expedition. Nick has been the photographer of choice for overland expeditions since the…