Lexus just dropped an exciting news bomb for a Wednesday morning, releasing details on the new LX600. We all know that Toyota intends to stop importing the Land Cruiser with the end of the 200 series allotment, which leaves big shoes to fill for the Lexus cousin. Fortunately, every indication is that the new LX…
Q: What’s more fun than a 702HP Supercharged Pickup Truck? A: Nothing.
Speed is relative. Case in point, I thought my 2500 Cummins was fast, that is, until I got behind the wheel of Ram’s supertruck, the 1500 TRX. Lurking under the hood of this sporty-looking beast is the Hellcat, a 702-horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter V8 Hemi that can propel the TRX from 0-60 mph in under 4…
Staples In Tents Hosting First “Gathering” Campout in Crawfordville, Georgia
Sonya and Necota Staples of Staples In Tents and Black People Off-road are champions of equality in outdoor spaces and have made a concerted effort to share camping and overlanding with everyone, especially people from marginalized communities who have not traditionally enjoyed easy access to outdoor recreation opportunities. This October, Sonya and Necota are hosting…
2021 Overland Expo West :: Day 1
Overland Expo West is officially underway in Flagstaff, Arizona. Day one brought beautiful weather and an enthusiastic crowd of attendees, all of them eager to see what the 400+ exhibitors from the overlanding and offroad industry had on display. The Expedition Portal film crew eagerly jumped in the mix, visiting a variety of exhibitors, including…
State Change :: A Sinuhe Xavier Photo Exhibition in Mexico City at LOOT MX
Sinuhe Xavier | LOOT MX State Change 09-09-2021 Publisher’s Note: We are excited to announce this gallery event in Mexico City, featuring Sinuhe Xavier. Sinuhe has been an essential member of our team, and has also been a luminary of creative visual storytelling for travel, vehicles, and overlanding. Sinuhe’s earliest photographs of Land Rovers in…
Cake Drops the Perfect Scooter for Your Overland Camper
Cake impressed the outdoor world with the launch of their first electric motorcycle, a dirt bike with an elegant and austere design. Now, they address the opposite end of the spectrum with a utility-minded model designed to be lightweight, multi-functional, and easy to ride. The Makka electric moped touts the ability to haul surfboards, mount…
Video of the Week: Summer Road Trip in a Troopy
There’s nothing like graduating from high school and immediately embarking on a summer road trip with your buddies. Bonus points are awarded for doing it in a bright red Troopy with a $50 turbo that was harvested from a junkyard Saab (true story). This video of the week is a reminder that you don’t need…
Overland Classifieds :: Mountain State Overland’s 2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail Edition
Whether you’re a Mountain State Overland fan or you’re looking to buy a turnkey overland vehicle located in the eastern United States, your chance to own this 2015 Toyota 4Runner has arrived. Equipped with a CVT Mt. Rainer rooftop tent, an Old Man Emu suspension system, Safari snorkel, ARB fridge, and complete radio setup, this…
Destination: Barr Camp on Pikes Peak
Image: Mennonite Church USA Archives, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons. The Pikes Peak Hill Climb may have already taken place this year, but there are other reasons to visit the famed 14,000-foot-tall peak. Barr Camp, a high mountain cabin located just above 10,000 feet on the slopes of Pikes Peak, is an excellent destination…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport
Here in North America, we have a need for speed. Whether we’re on the freeway, at a grocery store checkout, or going for a run, Daft Punk’s lyrics “Harder Better Faster” pulse through our veins. But the owners of this 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport have another goal in mind: to slow down from a desert…
Featured Overland Trailer :: Turtleback Trailers Expedition Series
I included the Turtleback Expedition Series overland trailer in our Best Overland Trailers of 2020 guide last year, where it received my editor’s choice selection in the category of minimalist overland trailers. But thanks to their use of industry-leading equipment, and due to the fact that Turtleback designs, builds, and tests their trailers in the…
Overland Classifieds :: 2020 Ram 1500 Rebel Eco Diesel Turnkey Overland Build
Chances are good that you’ve seen this awesome 2020 Ram 1500 Rebel Eco Diesel overland build on Instagram before. The owner, John Kingston, aka @roaminglost on Instagram, is one of the hosts of the Our Landers Podcast and a familiar face in the overland space. This Ram overland project took Kingston approximately 1.5 years to…
Video of the Week: Off Grid Trailers KVR Overland Expedition
In this video of the week, we join the Off Grid Trailers team and Overland Training Canada as they explore the historic Kettle Valley Railway in British Columbia. This iconic railroad route through Southwestern BC abounds with spectacular scenery, history, and culture. It was a perfect opportunity for the team to hit the trails, have…
Featured Campervan Upfitter :: Field Van
Offering custom campervan builds in Fresno, California, and Reno, Nevada, Field Van is a family-owned upfitter comprised of 75 skilled employees who have completed over 5000 campervan builds. Across their entire crew they have a combined 500+ years of experience working on recreational vehicles, so rest assured, they know what they are doing. Field Van…
Destination: Santa Cruz Glamping Treehouse Cabin
Photos courtesy of Glamping Hub Santa Cruz, California, is one of those destinations that should be on everyone’s bucket list. Located just south of San Jose and the San Francisco peninsula, Santa Cruz is characterized by a moderate coastal climate, towering redwood trees, and laid-back West-coast culture. There are plenty of rentals available for…
Overland News of the Week
Toyo Trunk Shape Toolbox T-190 SV In the ongoing search for vehicle organization solutions, the Japanese-made T-190 SV steel toolbox from Toyo is a lightweight and sturdy option that stacks nicely within larger gear containers. These simple metal boxes are pressed from a single piece of steel which means that they have a clean, seamless…
Overland Classifieds :: 1995 Jeep Cherokee XJ
Like hair scrunchies and acid-wash jeans, classic ’90s vehicles have become increasingly sought after by millennials looking to return to the influences of their youth. These “modern classics” are basic yet functional but include contemporary touches to make them reliable and comfortable. This 1995 Jeep Cherokee XJ is no exception. In good condition and with…
Apply for Overland Expo’s 2021 Overland Experience Scholarship Program
If you’ve been listening to the Overland Journal Podcast, you might have enjoyed Scott Brady’s interview with Land Cruiser owner and adventurer Maggie McDermut, who discusses the importance of overland training, and how the Overland Expo education series helped her prepare for a three-month solo trip through Alaska and northwest Canada. Fortunately, for those planning…
Observation Skills: Did You See That?
As overlanders and remote explorers, we often find ourselves in unfamiliar territory, which tends to make us more aware of our surroundings. As a result, one of the most critical skill sets for us is observation. Looking is seeing with your eyes. Observing is seeing in detail, listening to sounds, watching interactions and movements, applying…
Overland Classifieds :: 1983 Mercedes 1222 4×4 Doka Fire Truck
Building an overland vehicle often starts with a vision. A glimpse into the future, into what could be rather than what is at present, and an opportunity to create something out of the ordinary. Will this 1983 Mercedes 1222 Ex-German fire truck create that vision for you? If not, perhaps the conversions built by Fabian…