Although popular overseas and in Latin America, Mitsubishi pickup trucks aren’t currently sold in the US; however, if you live in Europe or plan to tour the area, this 2011 Mitsubishi L200 with a 4×4 Expedition Camper could be an interesting option. If a deal is struck, the owner is willing to sell the camper…
Overland Classifieds :: 1995 Land Rover Range Rover Classic LWB Camper Conversion
If this build were a human, I would immediately sit down at a dimly lit bar filled with cigarette smoke and cheap beer and listen to the travel tales of this 1995 Range Rover Classic with a fitted 1976 Sunrader slide-in camper. The Range Rover made the trek from Washington State to Panama before the…
Featured Vehicle :: Makoventure’s 1982 Toyota Chinook 4×4 Conversion
Photography by Richard Giordano In a sea of Tacomas and rooftop tents, it’s always refreshing to spot a one-of-a-kind vehicle build. This 1982 Toyota Chinook 4×4 conversion is indeed unique, and like the Creature from Frankenstein, it is a composite of body parts grafted together and reanimated by the use of electricity, a ton of…
Overland Classifieds :: The Tacoma of Your Dreams is Likely For Sale Right Now
As a senior editor at Expedition Portal, I spend some quality time on the Classifieds Forum perusing vehicles for sale. It will come as no surprise to the reader that not only do I see a great deal of Toyota Tacomas on the forum, but I also see them everywhere else–on Canadian highways and dirt…
Jeep Partners with Nena Barlow and Teralin Peterit for 2021 Rebelle Rally
With just under a month to go until the 2021 Rebelle Rally, competitors are eagerly preparing for what looks to be a groundbreaking year. The sold-out event will see teams kick off technical inspection on the Arizona side of the iconic Hoover Dam. This is a first for the event, which called Tahoe home for…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Jeep Wrangler LJ Unlimited
Many consider the “Long Jeep” Wrangler LJ Unlimited to be a unicorn. A limited number of LJs were produced between 2004 and 2006, and most of the well-cared-for ones have been snatched up due to their sought-after inline 6-cylinder engine, long wheelbase, and small size. The owner of this LJ has transformed the vehicle into…
Expedition Overland Announces Launch of New Overlander Network
After 10 years of publishing episodic content through platforms including YouTube and Amazon Prime Video, Expedition Overland is reimagining their distribution strategy, finding their home on the subscription video platform special.tv, where they have launched the all-new Overlander Network. The Crofts envision expanding the Overlander Network to include other overlanding filmmakers, adventure travelers, and storytellers….
Olabisi Ajala’s Round-the-world Trip on a Lambretta Scooter
Photography courtesy of An African Abroad by Olabisi Ajala Arriving at the Mandelbaum Gate border post between Israel and Jordan’s Jerusalem, Nigerian journalist Olabisi Ajala spotted a sign on his right that read: “This is Jordan. Beyond is no-man’s-land. Only U.N. officials allowed.” Guards and soldiers from both nations watched from high towers, bombed-out buildings,…
Send It Foundation Partners with Backcountry for Second Annual SENDtember Campaign
One of the many joys of vehicle-based travel is the ability to spend time in the great outdoors, partaking in activities ranging from riding trails to fishing, camping, hiking, and mountain biking. Adventuring outside has become second nature to many of us, and if our health is sound, we often take this ability for granted….
More Power, Baby :: Exploring Colorado Backroads in a Jeep Wrangler 392
Photography by Richard Giordano We always seem to find ourselves at the brink of dusk with nowhere to camp. Richard and I were parked at a Whole Foods Market in Castle Rock, Colorado, and while my husband scrolled through the iOverlander app, I crammed the last of a Chipotle burrito into my mouth. We hopped…
Overland Classifieds :: Equipt’s Custom-Built 2019 AT Overland Chaser Trailer
Love them or hate them, there’s no denying that off-road trailers are gaining popularity in the overland space. Advances in design and manufacturing have resulted in a wave of off-road trailers that are increasingly tough, compact, and well-equipped. With pros such as weight distribution, enhanced organization, and the ability to stage the trailer at camp,…
Overland Classifieds :: 1981 Toyota Sunrader 4×4 RV
Editor’s note: This vehicle was sold while I was formatting this article. Dreaming up an overland build often starts with contemplating whether to use an old or new vehicle as your platform. There are pros and cons to each. Do you have the budget for a new vehicle? Are you comfortable with electronic components versus…
Destination: Peachland, British Columbia
Photography by Richard Giordano Nestled on the western shore of Okanagan Lake, the charming town of Peachland, British Columbia, is located in the south-central region of the province, midway between the sizable cities of Kelowna (to the north) and Penticton (to the south). While Peachland itself is worth a visit, what truly captures the hearts…
International Overland Vehicles of Expo Mountain West 2021
Photography by Richard Giordano Immediately upon entering the gates of any Overland Expo event, I quickly pass by the shiny things, gadgets, gizmos, whatsits, and thingamabobs and head to the Showcase and DIY Vehicle Area. This place feels like home. It’s where creativity comes to life, where travel tales are shared over cans of beer…
Overland Classifieds :: Roamerica’s 2008 4WD Ford Econoline Sportsmobile
I will never forget the first time I entered a Sportsmobile. A group of us were camped in the Bolivian Altiplano 4,500 meters above sea level. The wind howled as fine dust swirled around me, drying out my skin, irritating my eyes, and parching my already chapped lips. Our generous friends invited us into their…
Overland Classifieds :: Mountain State Overland’s 2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail Edition
Whether you’re a Mountain State Overland fan or you’re looking to buy a turnkey overland vehicle located in the eastern United States, your chance to own this 2015 Toyota 4Runner has arrived. Equipped with a CVT Mt. Rainer rooftop tent, an Old Man Emu suspension system, Safari snorkel, ARB fridge, and complete radio setup, this…
Featured Vehicle Interior: Badass Brunette’s 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
Whether she’s skydiving, jumping out of helicopters in a giraffe onesie, or riding her Yamaha TT-R230, at the end of the day, Cristin Whetten returns to the 2015 Toyota Tacoma that she calls home. Known as Badass Brunette on Instagram, Cristin bought the truck brand-new nearly seven years ago, admittedly knowing nothing about offroading, camping,…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport
Here in North America, we have a need for speed. Whether we’re on the freeway, at a grocery store checkout, or going for a run, Daft Punk’s lyrics “Harder Better Faster” pulse through our veins. But the owners of this 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport have another goal in mind: to slow down from a desert…
Overland Classifieds :: 1998 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with Pop-Top Conversion
With chassis and drivetrain parts shared with the Land Cruiser Prado and Hilux Surf, this 3rd- Gen 4Runner has the potential to be an excellent global overlanding platform. Additional bragging rights include the reliable, powerful, and relatively lightweight 5VZ engine and well-thought-out inside living space. A great deal of money has been invested in this…
Featured Vehicle Interior :: Overland Site’s 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Vehicle features here on Expedition Portal offer a wealth of information about overland builds, including specifications, modifications, and upgrades. While they are helpful in a general sense, I want to dig deeper. I want to know what’s in drawer systems, how dry food storage is organized, what kind of toiletry kits overlanders swear by, and…