The perfect overland rig doesn’t exiss… Oh, hold up. Is that a 5.7-liter V8-powered Toyota Land Cruiser 200-Series Heritage Edition with a fully equipped Maltec Expedition cabin? I stand corrected. Truth be told, I understand that perfection is in the eye of the beholder, but it’s safe to say that purposeful adventure-ready vehicles don’t come…
Overland Classifieds :: 2001 Ford E-350 7.3-liter Diesel UJOR 4×4
The Ford E-350 is one of the most popular vans for overland builds on our forum, with recent examples including this 2000 Sportsmobile, a 1995 Bigfoot Class C camper, and a 2003 Quadvan. The E-Series vans are favored for their reliable motors (with the 7.3 liter Power Stroke being exceptionally long-lived), generous internal living space…
Overland Classifieds :: 2022 Ram Power Wagon
The Ram Power Wagon is one of the few full-size trucks that, from the factory, was built with remote exploration in mind. Highlights include a powerful Hemi motor, Warn winch, sway-bar disconnect, unique suspension set-up and lift, and more. These credentials, matched with up to a 3,460-pound payload and a 15,090-pound towing capacity, make this…
Nat Geo’s Incredible “Wild Life” Documentary Premiers April 14th, 2023
Anyone who has had the great pleasure of exploring Patagonia and the terminus of the Andes mountain range in southern Chile will know that this is a land of unspeakable beauty and natural abundance, a simultaneously powerful and fragile diverse range of ecosystems. There are two ways to exploit this land’s natural resources – one…
Episode 138 Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West on Self-Discovery Through Travel
Show Notes for Podcast #138 Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West on Self-Discovery Through Travel Summary: Canadian adventure motorcyclists Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West traveled the length of the Pan-American Highway on their KLR650 and BMW F700GS bikes. In this podcast from the field, Ashley Giordano learns more about overlanding as a couple, women’s motorcycle training,…
Video of the Week :: Lifestyle Overland—Radioactive Mines and Incredible Utah Canyons
It’s no secret that being a full-time YouTuber is a lot of work, and the ability to produce inspiring videos with cinematic production and a gripping storyline requires enormous dedication. Consequently, just a handful of overlanding channels stand the test of time and consistently hit these markers, and Lifestyle Overland is one of them. Lifestyle…
ADV Moto Tires :: Ridden and Reviewed
Real World ADV Tires Ratings Choosing the right ADV tires for an adventure ride is a crap shoot unless you know the exact conditions you’ll encounter. Do you start with an aggressive tread and leave half of it on the highway just getting to the dirt? Or mount something less dirt-oriented and pray there’s no…
Overland Classifieds :: 2008 Land Rover LR3 HSE LUX HD
The Land Rover LR3 is a popular option on our forum for overland builds, with recent examples including this 2006 expedition build and a 2008 HSE. These vehicles provide a dependable V8 motor, luxurious interior, and excellent capability at a fraction of the cost of a Defender. In fact, considering the specifications, these rigs are…
Overland Classifieds :: 1992 Toyota Troopcarrier
In my opinion, the Toyota Troopcarrier is one of the best platforms ever made for overlanding. It’s a 4WD designed from the ground up to be absolutely dependable off-grid and is subsequently a popular vehicle for frontline agencies around the world. It carries forward the class-leading reliability and capability of the Land Cruiser while introducing…
Overland Classifieds :: 2004 Ford F-450 4×4 “The Beast” Camper
The Ford F-450 is a popular choice for heavier overland builds, with recent examples including this 2019 Limited Extreme Duty, a 2019 Severe Duty with an Autarky camper, and a 2008 expedition camper. If today’s example looks familiar, that’s because this build was originally built by Nitro Gear and showcased on Expedition Portal in a…
Overland Classifieds :: 2013 Toyota Tundra CrewMax TRD Supercharged
The Tundra is one of the most popular full-size trucks on our forum for overland builds, with recent examples including this 2019 TRD Off-Road with A/T Overland Atlas, a 2018 CrewMax 1794 Edition with RSI cap, and a 2021 TRD Pro with an A/T Summit camper. A powerful and long-lived 5.7-liter V8 motor matched with…
Overland Classifieds :: 2011 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X
The Frontier is not a common sight on our forum but when listed they sell quickly. In fact, Scott Brady describes the Nissan as “not only one of the best options for overlanding, but it is also a runaway value.” He continues by listing this platform’s plethora of benefits including a well-equipped interior and the…
Overland Classifieds :: 1993 Toyota FZJ-80 Land Cruiser
The Land Cruiser is an overlanding icon and to this day remains the 4WD by which all others are measured. The 80 Series is still considered by many as one of the best Land Cruisers ever produced, which is why Expedition Portal’s Matt Scott believes it’s The Next Classic 4WD. Matt, like many others, makes…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon w/ Ursa Minor J30 Camper
The Wrangler is one of the most desirable vehicles on our forum, with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2013 Unlimited Rubicon, a 2018 AEV camper, and a 2013 Sahara Unlimited. Since its conception, the Wrangler has been designed from the ground up to be an uncompromising rugged, go-anywhere vehicle. Over the years, Jeep has improved…
Overland Classifieds :: 1987 Vanagon Syncro
The Vanagon has become a social media icon, and the 4WD Syncro model is undoubtedly the most desirable model. Sure, the classic Volkswagen styling and boxy dimensions make these vans undeniably cool, but there’s more to their popularity than looks alone. In short, the Vanagon or T3 provides maximum space in the smallest possible package….
Overland Classifieds :: 2022 Jeep Gladiator
The Jeep Gladiator, much like the Defender 130 or Toyota Troopy, provides class-leading all-terrain capability but with additional space and payload. This winning combination makes the Gladiator one of the ultimate platforms for overlanding, with recent examples including this 2020 Sport S with a Super Pacific camper, a 2020 Rubicon, and a 2022 with a…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Toyota Tacoma w/ Vagabond Outdoors Drifter Camper
The rule of the Tacoma continues with recent adventure-ready examples, including this 2021 TRD Off-Road with an RSI Smartcap EVO, a 2002 TRD Double Cab, and a 2017 with a Four Wheel Campers Project M. The Tacoma certainly has some fierce competition in the mid-size category from the likes of the Ford Ranger FX4, Chevrolet…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Ford F-250 4×4 Overland Build
The Ford F-250 is a popular full-size option for overland builds, with recent examples including a 2020 Super Duty Crew Cab, a 2021 Lariat Ultimate with the Tremor Package, and a 2022 Tremor with a Four Wheel Campers Flatbed Hawk. However, today’s 2006 offering is one of the most impressive to date. I have to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ Vagabond Drifter Camper
The Tacoma continues to dominate our forum. Recent examples include this 2017 with a Four Wheel Campers Project M, a 2021 with an RSI Smart Cap, and a 2018 with a Go Fast Campers V1. It’s interesting that despite fierce competition from the likes of the GMC Canyon AT4x, Chevrolet Colorado Bison, Ford Ranger FX4,…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Ram 1500 w/ 2020 Outfitter Caribou Lite Camper
The 1500 is one of Ram’s best-selling trucks, and for good reason. Highlights include a 2,302-pound max payload, 7,520-pound towing capacity, well-equipped interior, impressive capability, three available motors, and excellent aftermarket support. Subsequently, it’s popular on our forum with recent adventure-ready builds, including this 2022 TRX with an Ovrlnd camper, a 2019 Rebel, and a…