There is nothing us old-school, long-distance overlanders love more than practical gear that serves more than one purpose, is lightweight, and more durable than a bad reputation. Bikers, generally, seem proud of their collective bad rep. But they are also creative and innovative when it comes to gear, as they only want to carry the essentials and…
Is the new Hummer EV a Super Overlander?
The GMC team calls the new HUMMER EV a Supertruck, and the moniker is no doubt fitting. The vehicle boasts unimaginable specifications for a high-clearance 4WD, like 0 to 60 in 3 seconds, 11 second quarter mile, and 1,000 horsepower from three electric motors. For off-highway travel, the numbers get even more impressive, with 13…
Mojave Road Adventure Festivus – April 22-24
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…
Video of the Week :: Episode Two of Destinations: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Earlier this week, Overland Journal launched Episode One of a three-part original fly-and-drive video series titled Destinations: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This series follows the adventures of Richard Giordano and myself (Desk to Glory) as we travel through Saudi Arabia in a rented Toyota Fortuner. Episode Two is now live on Expedition Portal’s YouTube…
Kovea Dream Gas BBQ
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2021 Issue. Don’t we all appreciate when a product serves more than one purpose? Kovea has hit that mark with the Dream Gas BBQ. While it is not the most compact stove on the market, it combines multiple functions for added convenience. This butane-fueled…
Overland Classifieds :: 2007 Overland Toyota FJ Cruiser
The FJ Cruiser is one of the few 4WDs that looks as fresh today as it did when originally launched (revealed as a concept car back in 2003 at the North American International Auto Show). I’m a big fan and have shared several examples over the past few months, including a 2007 Supercharged FJ and…
Overland Classifieds :: 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 w/ 2016 Four Wheel Campers Hawk Flatbed
We’ve recently shared several overland-ready Ram trucks , including this 2020 Ram 2500 w/ OEV Camper, a 3500 Norweld Touring Setup, and a 2013 2500 Cummins Manual w/ Norweld Flatbed and Woolrich Hawk. Long-lived and powerful motors, impressive 4WD capability, luxurious interiors, generous max payload and towing capacity, and access to extensive aftermarket parts and…
Overland Classifieds :: EarthRoamer #28
During the pandemic, many people chose to explore areas closer to home rather than flying overseas for their vacations. Consequently, there was a huge demand for campers, RVs, and overland rigs, which meant the cost of used vehicles skyrocketed. It’s safe to say that things got a little crazy, but fortunately, there are signs that…
Overland Classifieds :: 2003 Ford F-250 w/ 2020 Overland Explorer Camper
The Ford F-250 is a great vehicle for overlanding thanks to its robust engines and drivetrain, impressive 4WD performance, and accessibility to readily available aftermarket parts and services. Subsequently, they’re a popular choice on our forum, with previous examples including this Ford F-250 with Whiskey Tango Camper, a 4×4 FX4 CrewCab Diesel, and Basil Lynch’s…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Ram Power Wagon with Fox 2.0 Shocks
Have you been looking for a relatively affordable full-sized truck? Here’s one that’s ready to hit the trail the day you buy it. Host of Outside Online’s The 101 video series, Bryan Rogala, is selling his coveted 2006 3rd-generation Ram Power Wagon, with a smart selection of off-highway equipment. Unlike many of the vehicles that…
Opinel Knives are Art
The Opinel Knife company is no ordinary company, and its knives are themselves not ordinary. The history of one of the worlds best-selling knives extends back beyond 1890 when the first Opinel factory was established in Savoie, France. Since then, the company has sold more than 15 million knives a year and the range has…
Couple builds an off-road camper in 2.5 months
Photo credit Richard Giordano If you’re in the market for a camper but not one seems to be the right fit, why don’t you build your own? Easier said than done (we know this from personal experience.) But Riley and Courtney Casey from Ambition Strikes managed to build a lightweight turnkey camper on a 2015…
Shackleton’s Lost Ship, the Endurance, Has Been Found
“Men wanted for hazardous journey, small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant danger, safe return doubtful, honor and recognition in case of success.” – unverified recruitment ad written by Ernest Shackleton for his Trans-Antarctic Expedition (1914-1917). The objective was to complete the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent, but en route,…
Overland Classifieds :: Top Five Tacomas Currently For Sale on Expedition Portal
It’s no secret that the Toyota Tacoma continued its reign last year as the top-selling midsize truck in the US. While Tacoma owners seem to have moved on to the next trend (has anyone noticed a significant number of Raptor lights affixed to Tacoma grills?), a proper understanding of appropriate payload principles seems to be…
What I Learned From These Women of Overlanding History
I’m at my favorite used bookstore in Calgary, head tilted, scanning the titles in the travel and world history section, tickling my fingers across their smooth spines: Bryson, Ferguson, Kerouac, Miller, Theroux. There’s usually a copy of Long Way Round by McGregor and Boorman, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance often makes an appearance,…
Overland News of the Week
Decked x Pathfinder Cooking Kit Decked and Pathfinder Survival have been busy. Since we featured the Pathfinder survival kit two weeks ago, a new module has already been released: the Decked x Pathfinder. This all-in-one cooking kit solution is neatly organized in a Decked D-bag and designed specifically to fit in the Decked truck bed…
BuenaVantura: A Vanlife & Overland Gathering at Emma Wood State Beach, Ventura, California
The Journal of Lost Time’s newest meetup in its Lost Places event series, BuenaVantura, will take place at Emma Wood State Beach in Ventura, California, from March 25th through 27th. Billed as a celebration of gathering in beautiful places, founder Josiah Roe described the event to me as a “love letter to the city of…
Interview With Solo Female Overlander Elisabeth Schwarz
My connection with Elisabeth Schwarz came as a result of a wardrobe crisis. A trip to Saudi Arabia was imminent, and I had no idea what to wear. Headscarf? No headscarf? What kind of loose clothing? How loose? I jumped into the Overland Middle East Facebook group and started typing, hoping for an answer. Several…
Method Race Wheels Teams up with Hailie Deegan for 2022 Mint 400
Method Race Wheels will be sponsoring NASCAR driver Hailie Deegan’s entry into the 2022 Mint 400, one of the oldest and most well-known off-road races in North America. While Deegan is most notorious for her Camping World truck series races, her roots are in off-road racing, and the Mint, which takes place from March 9th…
Introducing C6; the Game Has Changed
C6, the California-based company, is a new player in the overland market, but the talent behind the company is well-known in the world of outdoor products. Tina and Dave Payne were the duo behind the incredible success of Frontrunner in the USA and are now bringing all those years of experience to the C6 project….