The Kawasaki KLR is, in the world of adventure vehicles, akin to the classic Land Rover Defender: widely loved, capable, simple, and iconic. Kawasaki seems to take an “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” approach…
Overlanding has always benefited from adjacent markets, with many attributes and needs shared across backpacking, fly-fishing, military, hunting, fishing, and adventure travel. These categories can introduce solutions from the incubation of fresh perspectives. As Clay Croft…
Burundi is a small country in the heart of Africa. There is a lovely road that runs from the largest city, Bujumbura, into the hills. “These hills are grass-covered and rolling, and [with continued apologies to…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2008 issue, this article is part of that…
The Toyota Tacoma continues to dominate the mid-size category, and for good reason. From the factory, it boasts class-leading reliability, build quality, and capability, and is a truck you can depend on whatever the climate or…
With more people than ever transitioning to life on the road, full-size trucks have grown exponentially in popularity. The Overland Collective has studied the Full-size Revolution, with Executive Publisher Scott Brady stating: “When we first started…
The Toyota Tundra, in any iteration, is a pinnacle overland platform and remains a figurehead of the North American overlanding community. For many, the second generation remains best of the breed and is the most popular…
Overland Journal Podcast Host Ashley Giordano welcomes Director of Design Stephanie Brady to celebrate the magazine’s 20-year anniversary. Brady recounts launching the print publication between 2006 and 2007 with a small team, limited funding, and learning…
In the world of Expedition Trailers/caravans, there are few brands with the same reverence as Brüder. Established in Brisbane, Australia, the company has spent more than a decade building the ultimate in luxury expedition trailers. Much…
Gone are the days when fitting a roof rack to your rig meant ordering some A1 towers and a couple of load bars from Yakima and calling it good. Roof gutters have long disappeared from the…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Summer 2019 issue, this article is part of that…
I’ve lived on the road for almost 15 years, and it has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. It can be a great way to cut the costs associated with conventional housing and…
The Gnara x Livsn EcoTrek Overalls are one of those rare pieces of outdoor clothing that feel genuinely designed for women who actually spend time outside. For a pair of technical, utilitarian overalls, they’re surprisingly comfortable,…
Ford’s F-Series launched back in 1948 and is the best-selling truck lineup in automotive history. Over the best part of a century, these vehicles have been in a constant state of evolution, and subsequently set the…
BMW Motorrad has confirmed US pricing and launch timing for the 2027 F 450 GS, with dealer arrivals expected in the first quarter of 2027. Starting at $6,995 before destination charges, the 420 cc parallel-twin brings…
This winter I’ll be spending the best part of $10,000 on my Vanagon Syncro’s bodywork, and since the chassis and camper are one cohesive unit, there’s no option to simply relocate the habitat. In other words,…
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano interviews writer, ecologist, and Overland Journal Co-founder Jonathan Hanson for the publication’s 20-year anniversary. Hanson discusses his favorite expedition vehicles, including his 1973 FJ40 and a 1993 Land Cruiser Troopy…
Vintage Rides Iron Horse Nomad Trails Documentary Film Coming Soon Each year, Vintage Rides brings the vision of motorcycle travel to life by producing an original documentary film centered on heartfelt stories of adventure. In the…
Since 1978, Unicat has set the benchmark for expedition truck builds and continues to spearhead the segment. Unlike many of its counterparts, which prioritize luxury at the detriment of backcountry performance, Unicat continues to manufacture extreme…
Patriot Campers has introduced the Gen 3 X1 off-road camper trailer, positioning it as a return to the company’s roots: a trailer built for exploration with fewer “unnecessary necessities.” The new model combines structural aluminum construction,…
To honor the 20-year anniversary of Overland Journal, we are revisiting special heritage content in the upcoming 100th issue of the magazine. Originally published in Overland Journal’s Fall 2019 issue, this article is part of that…
