There is a sublime campsite a few miles east of the South African town of Swellendam. The camp is called Umshanti and is nestled between the mountains and a large dam brimming with large, tasty fish….
Does the New Land Cruiser 250 Have What it Takes to Overland?
As more overland details of the new Land Cruiser 250 emerge, we are even more excited by the prospect of the model. It is clear that Toyota is taking performance seriously, but it is also good…
1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ-40 :: Classifieds
As someone who owns and lives in a 40-year-old overland vehicle, I’m unquestionably a fan of old-timer rigs, but I’m also not shy of pointing out their shortcomings. Fortunately, there are some outliers, which provide all…
Triumph 400 Singles for 2024
Triumph’s new 400 singles are ready to duke it out in the light-middleweight market. Sized right to encourage new riders and large enough to cross the continent, they’re also priced to be tempting. Very tempting: the…
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 :: Featured Classified
The 80-Series Land Cruiser is legendary and finds a sweet spot between mechanical simplicity and modern refinement. Interestingly, while you could option this vehicle with a plethora of modern comforts, you could also specify a Poverty…
Garmin Launches Original Docuseries :: 7 Days Out
Navigation giant Garmin has launched a new docuseries initiative on its YouTube channel. The first series, 7 Days Out, is now live. 7 Days Out follows “two regular guys” who parachute into the mountains of Nepal…
Goose Gear 2019 Ford Ranger :: Featured Classified
The Ford Ranger is, without doubt, one of the most desirable mid-size trucks for overlanding. In the past, if you wanted to invest in a rugged backcountry pickup, then you bought a Toyota, and while that…
April Overland News | Ford Ranger, Lexus GX550, Africa, and More :: Overland Journal Podcast
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 189 Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady and Overland International’s Brian McVickers discuss the new Lexus GX550, Ford Ranger, and Ford Ranger Raptor, as well as the Ducati DessertX Rally. Additional conversation…
Overland News of the Week
Pol Tarrés Sets Motorcycle World Altitude Record In this week’s, Overland News of the Week, we celebrate Pol Tarrés’ most recent accomplishment. Two years after making history and setting an altitude world record on a Yamaha…
Milestones in Human Achievement :: Transglobal Car Expedition and The Hardest Geezer
I’m currently reading Julian Sancton’s riveting Madhouse at the End of the Earth: The Belgica’s Journey into the Dark Antarctic Night, an account of the trials of the Belgian/Norwegian/American expedition to Antarctica in 1897. The Belgica’s…
On Her Own | Bikepacking from Hamburg to Nordkapp :: Video of the Week
With 30 days off work, Wiebke Lühmann embarked on a 3,500-kilometer solo bike journey from Hamburg, Germany, to Norway’s North Cape. The idea came from her father, who had traveled to the Arctic Circle by bicycle…
Ignik Outdoors :: Heat and Light For Your Adventures
In this installment of the Expedition Portal series on brands that inspire us, Associate Editor Stephan Edwards profiles Washington-based Ignik Outdoors. He talked with co-founder Peter Pontano in an expansive conversation about Ignik’s origins, its lineup…
2001 Ford E-250 Sportsmobile Agile Offroad 4×4 :: Classifieds
Ford’s E-Series vans have become an unlikely overland icon thanks to 4WD conversions and extensive aftermarket support. It’s remarkable to see how enthusiasts have transformed this 2WD platform into a capable live-in expedition vehicle. If you’d…
The Kimberley Kampers Kube is Perfect for a Wandering Couple
In March 2020, we announced that the Australian-made Kimberley Kampers would be available in the US. Since then, the Kimberley Kampers team has continued to innovate. The latest creation, the Kube, is a modern reinterpretation of…
Celebrating 40 Years of Toyota 4Runner
The first vehicle I ever lusted after was a 4Runner. I was around 12 years old and on the way to the Colorado River in the back of a red 4Runner, riding in the back seat…
Finally, the 2025 Toyota 4Runner is Revealed!
I say finally, but some of you may already have seen the leaked images and specs of the 2025 Toyota 4Runner, published either through mistake or malice. This puts us in an interesting position as we…
The 2025 Toyota 4Runner Is Nearly Here and We Can’t Wait
The internet is buzzing with artist renderings and speculation as to what exactly we can expect from the new 4Runner, and given the excellent reputation of the 4Runner, we share that excitement. This evening, April 9th,…
Texas-Based Merus Adventure Park, the First of Many
For years, I have dreamed of building an overland camp where people could come to relax and reconnect, a break from the road in the middle of an adventure across continents. My dreams are small compared…
Into Ethiopia with Bryon Bass :: Overland Journal Podcast
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 188 Scott Brady and Overland Journal Archaeology Senior Editor Bryon Bass discuss their recent trip through Kenya and into Ethiopia. As part of the crossing of Africa with the Ineos Grenadier, the…
2018 Toyota Land Cruiser :: Featured Classified
The Toyota Land Cruiser is unquestionably a pinnacle overland platform and perhaps the ultimate adventure vehicle, period. It remains the platform of choice for international travelers, emergency services, and frontline agencies the world over and is…
Ranulph Fiennes: How I Escaped Polar Bears, Crossed Antarctica & Cut Off My Fingers
In this week’s video of the week, we take a look at the latest episode of the LADbible TV YouTube series, Sir Ranulph Fiennes offers an intimate look into his remarkable life. He delves into his…