Skinny Guy Campers, operating under the banner of Bontrager Outdoors, has introduced its latest creation, known as Armor. This camper distinguished itself via a minimalist design and robust features and has been creating a bit of a fuss online and in the real world, thanks to an attractive, practical design, extensive range of accessories, and…
Solo Wilderness Outback Remote – Heading North by 4xoverland :: Video
This week we join 4×4 writer, commentator, and adventure-travel filmmaker Andrew St. Pierre White, a.k.a 4xoverland, on a solo expedition in Australia. Andrew’s career spans four decades, and he is considered by many as “the David Attenborough of 4WD.” In 1993 he published The Complete Guide to Four-Wheel Drive which was fundamental in launching the…
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…
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 – SOLD
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…
2004 Toyota Tundra SR5 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Tundra is one of the most desirable full-size trucks on our forum with recent overland-equipped offerings including this 2008 TRD Off-Road with OEV camper, a 2022 SR5 TRD Off-Road with a MITS alloy tray, and a 2006 SR5 with a FWC Eagle camper. The first-generation Tundra is still considered one of the best due…
2021 Ford Ranger XLT 4×4 :: Classifieds ( SOLD )
The Ford Ranger is another firm favorite for overlanding on our forum with recent examples including this 2006 with a Go Fast Camper, a 2020 with an Alu-Cab Khaya, and a 2019 with a Norweld tray and canopy. It’s one of the best-selling trucks in Australia and here in the UK Auto Express awarded it…
Zenvanz 2022 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 :: Classifieds
We’ve showcased a wide array of Sprinter builds with recent offerings including this 1999 T1N 312D, a 2018 Sportsmobile, and a 2019 Winnebago Revel. As remote work becomes more commonplace many travelers are seeking out capable four-season rolling homes with enough payload and interior space to live and work on the road full-time. The Sprinter…
2016 Earthcruiser FX :: Classifieds
In a recent Overland Journal podcast Scott Brady and Matt Scott discussed Expedition Campers and spoke at length about the benefits of EarthCruisers. Highlights include a sturdy 3.0-liter diesel motor, excellent capability, and fabled Japanese build quality and reliability. Furthermore, despite being a half-a-million dollar vehicle they are decidedly understated when compared to Global Expedition…
Triumph Tiger 900 Aragón Editions
Triumph is offering two special Tiger 900 Aragón editions to commemorate Iván Cervantes’ decisive victory at the 2022 Baja Aragón race. Cervantes won the Trail category of the 280-mile contest by over an hour on a Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Proven Triumph Performance The Trail and Maxi-Trail categories at the Baja Aragón were created in…