Revolution: GMC Hummer EV is scheduled to premiere on the History Channel’s Drive Block at 11 am Eastern time on March 27th, 2022. The 60-minute film showcases innovation in the face of chaos; a behind-the-scenes look at…
Motorcycle Momma Muriel Magee—80 Years Old, BMW GS Motorcyclist
At 58, Muriel (Magee) Farrington was dating a man who said she’d be a natural at riding a motorcycle. A male friend at the time said the same, so Muriel decided to pick up the sport….
Boreas Campers Moves Manufacturing HQ to Pueblo, Colorado
Photos courtesy of Boreas Campers Boreas Campers, the Colorado-based adventure trailer manufacturer (featured in our best overland trailers of 2020 article), is moving its headquarters from Denver to Pueblo, Colorado. The move aims to address a…
Marking the 10-Year Anniversary of Expeditions 7
“First is forever,” reverberated through the air on the night the Expeditions 7 team celebrated becoming the first to drive a 4×4 vehicle on all seven continents. The moment Expedition Leader Scott Brady congratulated his team,…
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…
Destinations:: Atlin, British Columbia
Known as “little Switzerland,” Atlin, B.C., is one of the most scenic places in Canada—a must-see side trip for overlanders heading to Alaska or the Yukon. The postcard-perfect town is encircled by Atlin Lake—the largest natural…
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…
Mercedes-Benz Vans USA Unveils all-new Sprinter AWD System with an Advanced Engine Line-up
Mercedes-Benz Vans on Monday introduced the new all-wheel drive (AWD) system and 4-cylinder Sprinter diesel and gas lineup that will be available for the US market early next year. We expect the new configuration to be…
It’s the End of the World As We Know It
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2021 Issue. Riding to the end of the world, aka Ushuaia, was never our original plan. We did not ride the Dalton Highway to the tip…
SylvanSport Go :: Multi-use Camping and Travel Trailer
Many people who want to pursue vehicle-based travel aren’t looking to buy a completely new vehicle, or invest in a $40,000 high clearance camper, solely for having fun on the weekends. And who can blame them?…
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…
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…
AltRider Universal Highway Pegs—Designed with the Adventure Rider in Mind
Many touring motorcycles come with highway pegs for resting legs and feet during long-distance rides. But few ADV or dual-sport bikes do. That’s an add-on for almost all bikes in this genre. The problem with highway…
Field Tested :: Planar Diesel Air Heater 2D-HA-PU5-(TR) Truck Kit
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2021 Issue. As the wind howls across a frozen lake, our 1990 Toyota Pickup sways back and forth. It’s winter in the Rocky Mountains, and the…
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…
The Spitzkoppe Climbing Adventure
When I reached the summit of Spitzkoppe mountain in Namibia, I had only been rock climbing for eight months. I couldn’t believe what it took to reach my goal, including the days leading up to it…
Video of the Week :: Desk To Glory’s 1990 Toyota Pickup
We know that you all love classic Toyota platforms, and few are more endearing or coveted than Ashely and Richard Giordano’s 1990 Toyota pickup, lovingly named Little Red. But this truck is more than just an…
Destination: Isle of Skye
I’ve been fortunate enough to visit many beautiful destinations around the world, but something always draws me back to Scotland, and more specifically, the magical Isle of Skye. At 639 square miles, this rugged island is…
Acela Straya: A New High-mobility 4×4 Cab-over Truck for North America
*Editor’s note: The original title of this article was changed to avoid confusion surrounding vehicle capability. Acela calls the Staya the most capable class-5 cab-over truck in North America, according to their press release. Truck classification…
The Origins of the Humble Jerry Can
Patagonia is famous for, among other things, its intense gales which can reach up to 70 mph in the summer months. This bluster is fantastic when the wind is at your back, but as soon as…