For as long as I can remember, Scandinavia has held a particular magnetism for me. In my teenage days, I dreamed of the vast snow dunes of Lapland, fire crackling in the unforgiving cold, the northern lights showing the way through the endless night. The first time I traveled solo, I looked for the landscape from my vision in the…

Tread Lightly and Nissan announced a partnership to promote responsible off-road recreation through marketing, stewardship, and education programs to ensure outdoor recreation opportunities remain accessible for current and future generations. As part of this collaboration, Nissan will consult with Tread Lightly to ensure off-road activities are appropriately presented in promotional content. Nissan will also support conservancy projects near its manufacturing…

I’ve recently shared several affordable overland rigs, including this $15,500 Tacoma TRD 4×4 and a $20,000 Lexus LX450, but amazingly neither rig offered “wine storage for 20 bottles,” which simply will not do. Obviously, extra features will come at a cost, but can you really put a price on safely transporting your Barolo? Well, it turns out you can, $675,000…

A brand new, high-quality wedge rooftop tent and 270-degree awning for less than $3,500? Impossible!   On a recent tour across the width and breadth of the USA, we equipped a Range Rover Classic with a Wedge rooftop tent and a 270 awning, transforming the vehicle instantly into an overlander. In an age when recreational vehicle prices have hit the…

  Show Notes for Podcast #87   Saudi 4×4 shop 4 Wheel Station, Interview with Luai Alsheheli, by Ashley Giordano Summary: In this podcast from the field, Ashley Giordano interviews Luai Alsheheli, co-founder of Saudi 4×4 shop 4 Wheel Station, and owner of a very unique 60-Series Land Cruiser. Guest Bio: Luai Alsheheli  I’m a Saudi who lived in the US…

  “Chevrolet raises the bar with the most capable half-ton, full-size truck ever sold in North America.” Change can come from the most unexpected of places, the passion and commitment of a few individuals shifting the course of an organization. We witnessed that in the early 2000s with the Jeep team launching the Rubicon, and now again with the GM…

The moment Zenith Irfan sat on her 70cc Honda, she felt it. The unfamiliar places and faces, the feel of the throttle beneath her palm. But the feeling was more than just the urge to be independent or explore. Her father’s unfulfilled dream of travel pushed Zenith off the pavement and across Pakistan, making her the first Pakistani female motorcyclist…

  Show Notes for Podcast #86 The 2022 Hummer EV Summary: Is the new Hummer EV the Ultimate Superlander? Matt Swartz and Scott Brady test the new Hummer EV Supertruck off-road and overland in the deserts of Arizona. Host Bios: Matt Swartz My name is Matt Swartz and I owe my love of the outdoors to my Grandfather, a PHD…

Bearing down on the steering wheel and settling into the seat of the Edition One Hummer EV, I prepared for the sensation of rapid acceleration that was about to be unleashed. My left foot was firmly planted on the vehicle’s brake pedal while my right foot simultaneously pressed the accelerator to the floor. A humming noise was being piped into…

The Midwest is probably not the first place you would think to search for a campervan upfitter, but maybe it should be. New Wave Vans, located in Madison, Wisconsin, was founded by Pete Thulie and Brandon Lord. Together, they pair sweet Midwestern demeanor with high-quality craftsmanship to build “nice vans for nice people”. Pete and Brandon have been traveling for…

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2022 Issue. When it comes to running shoes, I’ve found considerable success and comfort with modern zero-drop designs. Because of that, I was a little hesitant to swap out my trusted trail runners for the Salewa Dropline, a neon-green trail option that looks like it was sent to me straight…

Back in January 2022 we informed you that the Mojave Road has a new champion. Billy Creech has worked tirelessly and has organised an event which is packed with adventure, education and opportunity. The Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association (501c3 non-profit, a portion of the ticket sales go to MDHCA ) and OLAF Events are partnering to present a…

Show Notes for Podcast #85 Best Ground tents for Overlanding Summary: Matt Swartz and Scott Brady discuss the pros and cons of ground tents, and review 10 of the best models. Host Bios: Matt Swartz My name is Matt Swartz and I owe my love of the outdoors to my Grandfather, a PHD Ecologist, and photographer who was years ahead…

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2021 Issue. It’s common wisdom in overlanding circles that older vehicles are the smart choice for exploring remote and seldom-visited corners of the globe. Because they were built without computers, function perfectly fine without the need of fancy gizmos, and are made with virtually no plastic, it’s widely believed…

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Winter 2021 Issue. Chris Burkard is best known for his work as an adventure photographer. But in more recent years, he’s built a warranted reputation as an ultra-endurance athlete. In the summer of 2019, he set a new solo record on Iceland’s WOW Cyclothon, completing the 844-mile distance in 52…

  Show Notes for Podcast #84  John Pangilinan Shares Insights on Content Creation and Sponsorships Summary: Scott Brady interviews John Pangilinan about his work with content creators around the globe, and the challenges of being a good sponsored creative. John shares insights on his time with Formula Drift, Toyo Tires, and Pelican, along with his recent build of a 2022…

What began as an adventure travel documentary project morphed into something more powerful for Robbie, Josh, Jasper, and Ivo of Tuk South. These young British gents are driving 6,000 kilometers from Kenya to Cape Town, using their platform and video production skills to raise funds for African wildlife rangers.  Driving a couple of 8-horsepower tuk-tuks, the group’s story ignites a…

Show Notes for Podcast #83 Mario Donovan on Building Expedition Vehicles and the Joys of International Cuisine Summary:  Matt Scott and Scott Brady interview Mario Donovan of AT Overland about the challenges of building light and durable expedition vehicles, along with the joys of surviving tanks in Ethiopia and eating with our hands. Guest Bio:  Mario Donovan was born and…

This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2021 Issue. Editor’s Note: We noted several practices shown in Johan’s images that vary from how we would demonstrate winching in the field. This includes ensuring that each winch line is dampened with a sail. However, none of the images demonstrate improper use or practices, just a slightly different (and genuinely practical)…

Lindsey Kszos was sitting in the Philadelphia airport, celebrating the sale of her Airstream and half-ton GMC with a glass of wine and a lobster roll, when she received an unexpected call. Months earlier, Lindsey found a build thread on Expedition Portal congratulating “Kevin,” the first owner of a 2016 Overland Explorer Vehicles (OEV) X10 camper prototype. “I messaged this…