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A large white ferry named Ferry Xpress is docked on calm blue water under a clear sky, with people visible on the decks and a smaller boat near its side, traveling the popular route between Panama and Colombia.

The Ferry XPress is now in operation connecting Panama to Colombia

Getting around the Darien Gap just got a whole lot easier.

A black overlanding SUV with a rooftop tent and ladder is parked on red rocky terrain in a desert canyon landscape, surrounded by plateaus and cliffs.

Four Wheel Drive, Gear, Uncategorized

First Impressions: James Baroud Horizon Vision Roof Top Tent

Light and compact, the newest tent from James Baroud is an innovative approach to tent design.

A black overland truck missing its front left wheel is parked on a forest trail, with tools and a shovel scattered nearby. The truck is equipped with roof lights and camping gear, ready for any overlanding adventure.

Adventure, Four Wheel Drive, Uncategorized

SOS: The Full Report – Part Two

And now for the second half of Monte’s three-wheeled Tacomadrama.

Two vehicles, including an Overlander truck and a car with camping gear, are parked on grass at night under a cloudy, orange-lit sky. A faint lightning bolt and blurred light trails highlight this atmospheric overlanding scene.

Adventure, Four Wheel Drive, Uncategorized

Sardinetaco: Rain Soaked and on Fumes

Not every day of travel goes as planned.

An Overlander black off-road truck with raised suspension, large tires, and roof lights drives on a dirt trail through a forest, surrounded by green trees and bushes.

Adventure, Adventure, Four Wheel Drive, Uncategorized

SOS: The Full Report – Part One

This story will realign your prior feelings about the inconvenience of a simple flat tire.

Three overlanders wearing helmets and protective gear ride adventure motorcycles on a narrow, cobblestone path surrounded by dense green vegetation.

Adventure, Motorcycle, Uncategorized

Sky Riders: Touring the High Mountains of Ecuador

We visit the land of chocolate, coffee and one of the world’s best adventure riding destinations.

An overlander in an orange jersey and helmet sits on grass beside a mountain bike and a stack of rocks, overlooking a scenic mountain landscape with forested hills and snow-capped peaks.

Adventure, Outdoor, Uncategorized

A Tale of Two Newbs: Bikepacking the Colorado Trail

For a first ever multi-day bikepacking trip, it could have gone smoother, but not any better.

A white Jeep Wrangler drives on a rocky overland trail marked with red, white, and blue pennant flags. A person stands near a tent and parked vehicle in the background on the dirt terrain, capturing an authentic overlanding adventure.

Four Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, News, Skills and Training, Uncategorized

4×4 Drive for Excellence Celebrity Pro Am

The Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame launches the inaugural 4×4 Drive for Excellence Celebrity Pro Am.

A misty, green mountain valley with a rocky overlanding path and trees, overlaid with a transparent October 2014 calendar. The photo credit reads: Sinuhe Xavier.

October Calendar: Colorado

The first signs of summers end hit on the lower ends of Engineer Pass just outside of Ouray, Colorado.

A tactical fixed-blade knife with a patterned handle rests on large rocks next to a black sheath and small flashlight—perfect gear for any Overlander. Green foliage is visible in the background, completing this rugged overlanding scene.

Gear, Tools, Recovery and Safety, Uncategorized

American Overlander: Vulture Equipment’s Cholera

We test the latest blade from Vulture Equipment Works.

A packed overland touring motorcycle parked by a calm lake, with snow-capped mountains and their reflection in the background. The bike is loaded with luggage and travel stickers, capturing the spirit of true overlanding adventure.

Riding in the Land of Trolls and Vikings

A Norwegian motorcycle tale from the road.

A black pickup truck, perfect for overlanding, is parked on a grassy dirt path surrounded by lush green vegetation and trees, with a misty, foggy background and an overcast sky.

Ram Increases 1500 EcoDiesel Production to Meet Demand

The new Ram truck with the Italian heart will now comprise 20 percent of 1500 sales.

Side view of a green and silver Ducati Scrambler motorcycle with a brown seat, black wheels, and exposed exhaust system on a white background—adventure redefined in classic style.

Gear, Motorcycle, Uncategorized

Ducati Scrambler: Adventure Redefined

Audentes Fortuna Iuvat

A silver Jeep Overlander SUV equipped with off-road accessories is parked on a forest floor covered in fallen autumn leaves, surrounded by trees.

Featured Vehicles, Four Wheel Drive, Uncategorized

Featured Vehicle: Jeep Cherokee

Chris Shontz introduces us to his XJ Cherokee. A modern classic, he explains why this is still a great platform for adventure.

A close-up of an MSR Dragonfly stove burning with a blue flame, surrounded by metal supports and rocks. A red fuel canister is visible in the background during a long term test.

Camping, Gear, Uncategorized

Long Term Test: MSR Dragonfly Stove

After discovering a 12 year old bottle of white gas in my basement, I set out to see if my trusty Dragonfly stove would burn it.

A person in motorcycle gear smiles while sitting on the ground, leaning against a green Kawasaki motorcycle—an overlander taking a sunny break on a sandy landscape under a clear blue sky.

Adventure, Motorcycle, Uncategorized

Live to Fly to Ride

Wendy Schuss redefines the adventure rider by taking to the sky.

A white Land Rover with a spare tire on the hood tackles a muddy forest trail, splashing mud as it moves—classic overlanding action. Another overlander follows in the background among dense green trees.

Adventure, Four Wheel Drive, Uncategorized

Ambling About Minnesota’s Iron Range

Three Classic Vehicles Explore the North Woods

A featured vehicle, the black G500 off-road SUV with rugged tires and roof gear, is parked on sandy red desert terrain, surrounded by rocky hills and sparse vegetation—photographed by Jeremy Williams.

Featured Vehicles, Four Wheel Drive, Uncategorized

Featured Vehicle: Jeremy Williams’ G500

Some builds start with a base platform. Others start with a passion.

Bright orange utility vest with reflective yellow stripes, holding a red water bottle and a black two-way radio. Perfect for overlanding, this vest is draped over a tree trunk and packed with pockets and supplies for emergency response.

Gear, Uncategorized

Field Tested: Tablet-EX-Gear Pack

It’s a new twist on an old way to carry your most important pieces of gear.

A small boat labeled COLD BEER sits on dry, sandy ground near a handmade wooden sign reading OPEN HERE ENTRADA PARKING—a quirky overlander scene set against scraps of metal and distant desert mountains.

Adventure, Uncategorized

Destinations: Coco’s Corner, Baja, Mexico

We visit one of the most celebrated roadside stops in all of North America for a beer and a chat with Coco.