I hate it when an FJ Cruiser gets posted to our forum because it once again ignites my desire to own one. It took just five minutes from seeing today’s overland-ready 2007 offering before I found myself perusing FJ’s for sale in Europe. In my opinion, the FJ’s design is simply timeless and remains purposeful…
2006 Land Rover LR3 :: Classifieds
It’s safe to say that you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more luxurious go-anywhere vehicle for less than today’s $9,900 OBO Discovery LR3. Back when this vehicle was new it had an MSRP of $44,985, which is no surprise considering its powerful V8 motor, desirable all-terrain features, and plush interior. Subsequently, it’s a popular budget-friendly…
2019 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Sprinter is considered by many as the ultimate vanlife platform and in more recent years the AWD variant has become an increasingly attractive option for overlanding. The aftermarket took note and introduced parts, accessories, and services that transform this already capable van into an impressive backcountry adventure rig. If you’d like a better idea…
2001 Ford F-250 FX4 w/ Aluminum Flatbed and EarthCruiser GZL 300 :: Classifieds
The overlanding industry is booming with a wide array of desirable parts, accessories, and services to make backcountry exploration as enjoyable as possible. As a result, an increasing number of travelers are outfitting their rigs with all the comforts of home. Full-size trucks are a great option for heavier builds and offer the power, structural…
2024 Honda XL750 Transalp
Honda’s XL750 Transalp has made it to America. The new-for-2024 model packs plenty of performance into a bike that lists for a buck less than $10,000. Boasting ride-by-wire, which enables multiple ride modes, and a new 755cc parallel twin motor based on the Honda Hornet from Europe, the Transalp is set to compete in the…
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro :: Featured Classified
If the Tacoma is the mid-size gold standard, the top-of-the-range TRD Pro model is the holy grail. This is a truck that’s at home on the commute, school run, jobsite, weekend recreation, backcountry adventures, technical crawling, and everything in between. In addition, thanks to almost unparalleled aftermarket support, a huge range of parts, accessories, and…
2006 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road :: Classifieds
The Tacoma is without doubt the most popular truck on our forum with recent builds including this 2021 TRD Off Road with a Four Wheel Camper Fleet, a 2005 SR5 Double Cab, and a 2018 TRD Pro. It’s also a favorite with the Expedition Portal team and was subsequently chosen as an Overland Journal project…
2022 Ford F-550 Kokopelli Overland Expo Build :: Featured Classified
Without getting too deep into the weeds, there is a differentiation to be made between an overland rig and an expedition vehicle. Both serve much the same purpose and can be either a part- or full-time home, but broadly speaking, the latter offers more comfort and can be off-grid for longer durations (learn more on…
The Story Till Now – Hardest Overland Trail to Alaska
Despite living in a digital age, word of mouth remains influential and is perhaps more relevant today than ever before courtesy of the podcasting boom. With this in mind, I’d heard fellow overlanders mention Shaun (aka The Story Till Now) and his inspiring videos and decided it was time to find out what all the…
Overland News of the Week
Arc’teryx Gamma Collection Kicking off this week’s overland news is Arc’teryx’s Fall collection which showcases “weather-resistant layers with stretch, exceptional breathability, and abrasion resistance.” The line-up includes the MX Hoody, which is a softshell top layer made from wind- and water-resistant Fortius 2.0 fabric. It has three zippered pockets and a helmet-compatible Stormhood. The range…
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 w/ Campteq Roof :: Classifieds
We share a lot of beautiful overland classifieds but there’s just a small selection I’d choose to drive around the world, and today’s Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 is one of them. The Land Cruiser is almost the perfect overland vehicle but its big limiting factor for long-term travel is size. It’s not always sunshine and…
2018 Ram 2500 Regular Cab w/ Vagabond Outdoors Camper :: Classifieds
Ram produces a variety of full-size models that are a great fit for overlanding with their 2500 variant being one of the most popular. It’s therefore a regular sight on our forum with recent offerings including this 2015 AEV build with a Norweld canopy, a 2005 with a Four Wheel Camper, and a 2020 with…
2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon AEV Upfitted :: Classifieds
The Jeep Wrangler is 4WD royalty and in recent years this revered platform has become a figurehead of the overlanding boom. Subsequently, it’s a firm favourite with the Expedition Portal team with regular appearances on our Youtube and a dedicated Overland Journal podcast on Building the LJ and TJ Jeep Wrangler for Overlanding. Furthermore, the…
2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Four Wheel Camper Fleet :: Classifieds
The Tacoma, first introduced to the US market in 1995 as a replacement for the Hilux, has become something of an icon. Despite being conceived in the shadow of its legendary predecessor it has gone on to dominate the mid-size sector. In fact, it is, without doubt, the most popular truck on our forum with…
2020 Toyota Tundra 4×4 :: Classifieds
There’s no shortage of Tundras listed on our forum with recent examples including this 2004 SR5 4×4, a 2008 TRD Off-Road with an Overland Explorer Vehicles camper, and a 2022 SR5 TRD Off Road with a MITS alloy tray. In addition, this Toyota was chosen amongst Overland Journal’s Full Size Truck of the Year with…
G’Day Jambo “A Colombian Overland Adventure”– Land Cruiser and Defender :: Video
G’Day Jambo, aka Cody, Olivia, and their dog, Roan, is an adventurous trio that prior to their Pan-American expedition were part-time travelers who had “chosen the unexciting path of being fiscally responsible as we work toward financial independence before traveling full-time.” The more I delved into the couple’s backstory the more I found parallels with…
2017 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 :: Classifieds
I remember a time not so long ago when some overlanders would turn their nose up to the prospect of overlanding in a Sprinter 4×4. It wasn’t that the Mercedes was a bad vehicle but rather it had become a figurehead of the vanlife movement and gained an unwarranted reputation for being a bit chintzy….
1990 Toyota Land Cruiser HDJ81 :: Classifieds
The Land Cruiser is an overlanding icon and the 80 Series is considered by many as one of the best. This appreciating classic finds a sweet spot between bulletproof backcountry reliability and modern refinement. If you’d like to better understand this vehicle’s many accolades then check out Matt Scott’s piece on Why the Land Cruiser…
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro :: Classifieds
The Tacoma is an overlanding icon with the TRD Pro variant being the most desirable model. It’s a truck synonymous with bulletproof reliability, build quality, and capability. Furthermore, the aftermarket support for this truck is huge ensuring that each build is as unique as the people that own them. Our forum is awash with adventure-ready…
2004 Toyota Tundra Double Cab SR5 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Toyota Tundra is widely considered one of the most desirable full-size platforms for overlanding. It’s therefore a popular choice on our forum with recent adventure-ready offerings including a 2008 TRD with an OEV camper, a 2006 SR5 and a FWC Eagle camper, and a 2019 SR5 with a FWC Hawk. However, for many adventurous…