Heidi and Jens, full-time overlanders for 15 years, are the real deal. They’ve crossed rivers in Mongolia, the Canning Stock in Australia, and the salt flats of Bolivia. Jens boasts a Unimog tattoo from a parlor in Shanghai; Heidi cooks Kashmiri curry and speaks five languages. We met in Oaxaca, Mexico, in one of those…
Trail Fire Grill, High-Elevation Cooking the Campfire Way
I knew I liked the Trail Fire Grill when I saw creator Mark Ritchie demo it at the Overland Expo in Flagstaff, Arizona, this past spring. He had made a bacon and eggs breakfast for me and showed me how this camping grill serves as a barbecue, wok, and oven. I took the grill home…
Fjallraven Skogso Padded Jacket Long Term Review
The Arctic Fox on the shoulder speaks volumes. When I meet a traveler, and they are wearing Fjallraven, I know a few things off the bat. Either the person is: a) Scandinavian b) Well-traveled c) Well-heeled d) All of the above I am merely a (b) and have been yearning for a Fjallraven jacket ever…
Is the GMC Canyon AT4x Now the Most Capable Mid-size Truck?
First off-road test Just five years ago, there were really only two capable mid-sized trucks, and in a half-decade, we now have exceptional offerings from six manufacturers, all with at least rear lockers, taller suspensions, and enhanced protection. Now, the battle is on for the most capable mid-size truck available today, and GMC just put…
Living Legend :: Emily Miller
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2022 Issue. Hyphenated titles come cheap these days. Celebrities aren’t just actors but count themselves as advocates or activists. Emily Miller, a woman whose diminutive stature belies the punch she packs in the way she lives, earns every comma in her introduction. Sports marketer, champion…
Best Finds for Overlanders from the Big Gear Show
Presented by: The Big Gear Show isn’t specific to overlanding, but that’s a nice change of pace in some ways from more niche events. The versatility of full-time travel means that some of the best tools to enhance life on the road come from unlikely corners of the market. The entire outdoor industry is fair…
Karmik Outdoors Lost And Found Decal Review: This Sticker Makes Returning Lost Outdoor Gear Easy
Growing up, my dad used to insist I write my name and phone number on everything I owned that was even remotely valuable. I still have a glasses case to this day that has “Sam Schild” and my home phone number written on the inside. That habit never really stuck with me, but I’m coming…
Overland News of the Week
Tuffy Mid-Size SUV Cargo Security When traveling locally and abroad, security is always an issue. We have taken a few security measures with hidden storage areas to ensure that no sticky fingers get hold of our invaluable hard drives and gear. Money can be replaced, but the loss of hard drives with precious memories and…
Want to Write for Expedition Portal and Overland Journal? Here’s How to Submit the Perfect Pitch.
Photography by Jack Mac By the time the most recent issue of your favorite magazine graces the newsstands or appears in the post, its pages were already well-imagined, copyedited, laid out, and finalized many months in advance. If we board our time machine, traveling to a time well before the issue was put together, we…
Popular Ford Maverick Now Available With Tremor Off-Road Package
The popularity of the 2022 North American Truck of the Year, the Ford Maverick, was universally surprising, and demand was such that Ford could not keep up! The vehicle is not only economical (40 MPG!), affordable, and packed with features, but it also offers comfortable seating for five and a load bed large enough for…
The Dometic Go Camp Collection Review
I like to keep my car packed with whatever I’d need for my favorite outdoor pursuits. On any given day, my car is full of camping gear, bike gear, a camp cook setup, and probably more. But since I also use my vehicle for hauling people, groceries, and other less adventurous things, a lot of…
Join onX OffRoad For a 101 Live Tutorial: Master the App
On Aug 4, 2022 06:00 PM in Mountain Time (US and Canada) onX OffRoad crew members will walk clients through how to use each of the onX OffRoad app’s features and offer tips to optimize your planning for off-road season. Instruction will cover how to find trails, save offline maps, share waypoints and make a…
Video of the Week :: New Outlander Series
It is always good to see new overland video stories. Hit YouTube and share the excitement and joys of vehicle-based adventure travel.
Is 4WD Essential for International Overland Travel?
Traveler friends Thomas and Sabine from Bavaria, Germany, recently sent me a typically entertaining message. “Next week, I’ll have a talk to around 100 interested people on Explorer-Ostsee-Camp concerning the question 4WD in Travel Reality—How much 4WD do you really need? My personal thoughts about that are only some of all possible. I’d love to add…
Land Rover To Gift Custom Defender 130s to Five Charities
The Land Rover Defender has a long history of doing important things and being a vehicle capable of saving and changing lives. This noble tradition continues, and Land Rover announced on Monday, the launch of its second annual ‘Defender Service Awards’ (presented by Chase, the consumer banking company) to celebrate and support U.S. non-profit and…
Gaia Maps Introduces Gaia Overland
GPS mapping has changed the way we travel and explore. With the convenience of data at our fingertips, we are able to spend more time exploring and enjoying those beautiful routes and destinations and less time planning routes, and worrying about how far the next gas station or campsite will be. Having all the necessary…
Living the Good Life
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2022 Issue. “Boys, seriously! Knock it off!” I really couldn’t blame them—we were on day 15 of our month-long trip, exploring Montana and filming our family for the first time for our new Solo Series on Expedition Overland. We were all piled into our…
C6 Outdoor Rev Tent
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2022 Issue. Roof tents certainly have their place, but most buyers would benefit from purchasing a solution that is lightweight, easily removable, and half the cost. There have been few options to address those practicalities until the recent launch of the Rev Tent by…
High Fives Foundation and Return to Dirt Provide Off-Road Access to Individuals with Disabilities
Photography by Chris Bartkowski/Generikal When Tim Burr broke his neck backcountry skiing at age 19, he received valuable advice from High Fives Founder and CEO Roy Tuscany: “It will never be the same, but it can still be awesome.” Burr went on to found Colorado-based Return to Dirt, a non-profit organization providing complimentary adaptive equipment…
Overland News of the Week
Nebo Mycro Headlamp Let’s face it, when it comes to head torches, there’s no lack of options, so it takes a product decidedly unique to stand out from the crowd. With this in mind, Nebo introduces their new Mycro headlamp, which fits in the palm of your hand (1.75 x 2.75 inches), weighs just a…