Generally speaking, overland vehicles are not synonymous with luxury. Instead, overlanders seek out platforms with a reputation for rugged dependability and capability that are serviceable in the field (the iconic 70 Series being a coveted choice). However, there are a select few vehicles that provide all of the above while also offering interior luxury and refinement, and the Lexus GX…

I have been wearing Aether’s Sawyer cashmere full-zip hoodie for a couple of months as the autumn weather has turned crisp in the northern latitudes. I was expecting the cozy warmth, breathability, and overall great fit that Cashmere offers. What I was not prepared for were all the hugs. Aether’s 60-percent-new/40-percent-recycled Cashmere blend is astonishingly soft, and every time a…

I was driving somewhere in northern Namibia when the SOS function on my iPhone went off. Crap! Fumbling to turn off the warning while navigating a multi-vehicle convoy was an added layer of stress I could have lived without. The corrugated roads thrashed and rattled the vehicles for hours on end, to the point where my iPhone kept slipping through…

When it comes to teardrop trailers for overland travel, Oregon Trailer has made quite a name for itself. We first encountered their range of teardrop trailers at the Overland Expo just outside Bend, Oregon, and the trailers left an impression (keep an eye on Expedition Portal for a comprehensive review of the DoDrop trailer in the coming weeks). Not only…

The cost of overlanding vehicles has gotten a bit silly in recent years with prices becoming prohibitively expensive. It’s important to remember that this pursuit had humble beginnings and prioritized experiences with loved ones in the great outdoors above all else. Throw a sleeping bag, food, water, and good tunes into whatever vehicle you have, and get out there and…

Show notes for Ibérica Overland podcast 169 Based in Northern Spain, Enrique Pacheco and Iva Tasic ( Ibérica Overland ) spend their time overlanding Europe with their dog, Lisa, in a 2016 Ford Ranger and custom-built wedge camper. In this podcast from the field, the couple shares practical and helpful tips about overlanding Spain. YouTube: Website IG: Instagram Facebook: Website Host Bio Ashley…

Episode Notes for Podcast 168: Understanding the Overland Industry Scott Brady and Brian McVickers discuss the opportunities, risks, and trends of the overlanding marketplace. They do a deep dive into current trends, income opportunities, and emerging segments, along with where the industry sits on the typical consumer trend lifecycle. Host Bio Scott Brady Scott is the publisher and co-founder of…

There are fundamental differences between an overland rig and an expedition vehicle. Generally speaking, the former provides the essentials for living on the road but little else, while the latter offers a more luxurious rolling home. I appreciate these are generalizations, and if you want to get into the real nitty-gritty, I recommend listening to Principles of Overlanding :: Expedition…

Photography by Richard Giordano During the summer of 2017, Candice Ciesla and Jordan Schilling summited Wyoming’s Grand Teton to exchange wedding vows. With a headpiece made of taffeta and feathers, Candice looped a climbing rope through Jordan’s harness, and he tied the knot, literally, to hers. The ceremony was officiated by a guide who took them to the top. In…

Show Notes for Podcast 167: Brian McVickers on Saying Yes to a Life of Adventure Scott Brady interviews his friend and business partner Brian McVickers, discussing Brian’s early life of competitive sailing and international travel. The conversation continues with meeting his wife Amy and their years of sailing the Caribbean and living for four years on their sailboat. Brian has…

It was a six-hour drive from Arizona and a seventeen-minute search for the Holcomb Valley Ranch. The destination: Toyo Tires Trailpass 2023 in the mountains of Big Bear, California. As I drove southwest from my home in Prescott, Arizona, I passed the Grand Canyon State’s small, sparsely populated rural towns—places that most people have never visited or even heard of….

The Overland Expo events, held nationally in the US, continue to grow from strength and have become the event of choice for manufacturers to launch and showcase new products. From top-tier vehicle manufacturers to up-and-coming gear and overland-related producers, the thousands of attendees of each event can expect to find the cutting edge of what’s on offer to take them…

Show Notes for Overland News Podcast #166 Summary: Scott Brady and Brian McVickers launch a new series called Overland News, where we feature the latest from the overlanding industry, including new vehicles, camping equipment, travel gear and more. In 2007, Overland Journal launched the Overland News section of the magazine, and we are picking up the nameplate for the podcast,…

Johnson Valley, California, a sunny October day, and we have the keys to six Chevy ZR2 Trucks. We started out at Lasertown, a desert oasis surrounded by some of the most popular off-road terrain in the United States. This is where King of the Hammers happens every year. The lineup included three 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bisons and three 2024…

A shot rang out, followed by a scream, loud and very close—too close. Our new Nigerian friends scattered as one without hesitation, cowering as they ran as if expecting a hail of bullets. They disappeared into the building beside which we were camped, leaving us bewildered, on our feet, and alarmed. There had been a murder, and this was one…

Show Notes for Podcast #165 Scott Brady and Matt Scott discuss era appropriate vehicle modifications, classic 4wds, and even investing in collector models. Most overlanders appreciate the simple and vintage travel equipment, including canvas slingback chairs or a Series Land Rover. They are not suggesting that classic overland gear is better, but it often times puts a bigger smile on…

Some people have an innate ability to learn their lessons from the wise words and experiences of others. As I gazed at the half-empty plastic storage case on my roof with a bewildered stare, I couldn’t help but wish I was one of those people. How long had it been open? For 10 miles, 30, 100? It was impossible to…

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has recently announced its significantly expanded participation in the upcoming 2023 Rebelle Rally, doubling its presence at the event with six teams, up from last year’s three. Susann Kazunas, Vice President at Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Texas, said, “Partnering with Rebelle Rally allows us to share amazing stories of resilience, determination, and uncompromised power that…

There are 56 counties in Montana, and each one gets its own unique numerical prefix on the state’s license plates. Historically these were assigned by population—the more people who lived in a particular county, the lower the number. When Montana first started registering motor vehicles, the mining city of Butte was by far the largest in the Treasure State, so…

Show Notes for Podcast #164 Principles of Overlanding: 30 Insights on Traveling the World by Vehicle, an overview of the core tenets of overland travel. Scott Brady and Matt Scott discuss the Principles of Overlanding Tweet Storm. Lessons are often learned the hard way, which in Scott and Matt’s case includes screwing up, getting stuck, carjacked, impounded, detained, delayed, and…