Show Notes for Podcast #70 Portable Power Systems: The best off-grid batteries for overland travel and car camping Summary Portable power systems are battery-powered all-in-one units with AD and/or DC power for overland trips as well as car camping. Some examples of these off-grid batteries include the Goal Zero Yeti 1500x, National Luna Battery Box, EcoFlow Delta, Renogy Lycan Power…

The East Coast of the United States is underrated as an overland travel destination as it is too often compared to the incredible opportunities for adventure out West. The East is home to the Appalachian Trail, and you do not need to be a long-distance hiker to explore this spectacular area, but local knowledge is key to finding the hidden…

  Show Notes for Podcast Episode #57 Interviewing Ashley Giordano: Adventurer, Journalist, and Overlander Summary: In this podcast from the field, Scott interviews Ashley Giordano at the Overland Expo Mountain West. Ashley has traveled the length of the Americas overlanding with Desk to Glory, and is currently planning her next global adventure while balancing working from the road. This podcast…

David Daigle, former special forces and Norwegian climbing champion, owner of DID Extreme Expeditions, adventure travel expert, and all-round good guy, is the owner behind today’s featured vehicle, a Toyota Hilux Arctic Truck 38 Polar Edition. I first met David in southern Norway during a road trip to Stavanger, and if I’m honest, nearly came off the road when I…

  Show Notes for Podcast Episode #47 Interviewing Eva Rupert, Adventurer, Survivalist, and Overlander Summary: Scott Brady interviews accomplished adventurer Eva Rupert; motorcyclist, survival expert, Overland Expo staff member, and star of Naked and Afraid. This podcast is supported in part by: GCI Outdoor RedArc Guest bio: You might know her from three seasons of Discovery Channel’s Naked & Afraid…

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal, Summer 2016. My first experience with Zarges aluminum cases was during the Expeditions 7 crossing of Antarctica. We used them to store everything from tents and clothes to spare parts and oil. They were tossed in and out of the vehicles, used as step ladders, chairs, and tables, and stuffed with volumes…

We take a look at “The Overland Road Warrior”, 4EXPEDITION’s answer to the every day overlander

Quite possibly the most advanced 79 Series in the outback

If you have a penchant for adventure, need inspiration for your next endeavor, and want to participate in a genuine expedition, you should quickly reserve a spot on one of the trips provided by the gurus of exploration at Secret Compass. Every winter they release their new schedules and itineraries for the coming year, and 2014 looks to be another…

If your significant other doesn’t like the idea of buying an old military truck, just tell them you’ve seen the light and are buying a Volvo. They’ll never suspect a thing.

Bundu Gear has taken this truck from an every day soccer mom transporter and transformed into a well equipped off road vehicle.

For luxurious overlanding

‘Following in the footsteps of….’ etc. Few groups can be more heroic than The Long Range Desert Group (LRDG) who operated in North Africa during World War 2

Nearly 30 countries and 20,000 miles of adventure.

The Land Cruiser of any iteration is a pinnacle choice for travel, with recent offerings including this 1992, 2001, and 2013. The 200 Series is no exception and carries forward the legendary durability and reliability of its forebears, while introducing plush interior refinement. It’s the ideal model for those seeking a do-it-all rig that’s as comfortable on the daily commute…

Join host Matt Scott and guest Chris Collard on the Overland Journal Podcast as they delve into Chris’s extraordinary journey in the world of automotive overland travel and off-pavement journalism. Chris shares fascinating stories from his decades-long career, including thrilling expeditions to Antarctica, Africa, and South America. Learn about his experiences, tips for aspiring adventurers, and the evolution of overland…

The 70-Series Land Cruiser remains the overlanding gold standard and is the platform of choice for around-the-world trips, including Executive Publisher Scott Brady’s Expeditions 7. Sure, there are more powerful and luxurious options available, but as my grandad reminded me, “a second-class ride is better than a first-class walk,” and in this regard, the 70 Series is a vehicle you…

Deep in the dog days of summer (in the Northern Hemisphere at least), it’s hard to imagine the brutality of the freezing conditions north of the Arctic Circle. Lying almost entirely above 66 degrees of latitude, Greenland is one of the last frontiers of human exploration. Just a few short years ago, a small team from the renowned Expeditions 7…

The 200 Series Land Cruiser is a pinnacle overland platform with recent community builds, including Equipt’s 2013, a 2018, and a 2021 URJ200 Heritage Edition. It’s a vehicle that blends plush interior refinement with class-leading backcountry durability. In fact, when Executive Publisher Scott Brady visited Japan as part of Expeditions 7 to collect the 70 Series vehicles for their around-the-world…

In this episode, Overland Journal Podcast hosts Scott Brady and Matt Scott discuss the intricacies of building and maintaining effective expedition vehicles with Tanner Johnson from Expedition Overland. Tanner shares his extensive experience in wiring, handling vehicle weight, and suspension setups to improve performance in the field. We delve into sustainable power solutions, including the shift to electric cooking and…