I was barely six years old when my old man took me to the outbuilding of our home in Durban, South Africa, to reveal a rather special Christmas Day present. Sitting there among the stored boxes,…
Toyota just announced their overland-ready Trailhunter package for the 2027 Sequoia, and it is more than just the badge. Built on the SR5 grade, the package swaps the factory (street-biased valving) for an Old Man Emu…
In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, Scott interviews overlander Kym Bolton about his decades of global travel in a Mitsubishi Fuso camper, covering over 500,000 kilometers across regions including Russia, Asia, the Americas, Africa,…
Image credits: Klemenz Geir Klemenzson, Iceland Review A recent incident in Iceland has sparked outrage among locals and renewed calls for visitors to respect the country’s strict off-road driving laws. Two French tourists have paid heavy…
At the base of Argentina’s northeastern thumb of land, landlocked on two sides by Paraguay and Brazil, lies one of the largest wetlands in the world. Iberá National Park is co-located with Iberá Provincial Park, a…
Toyota remains the king of long-distance, self-supported vehicle travel in the US and is updating the Tundra for the 2027 model year with revised exterior styling, a new generation of infotainment technology, and an expanded collection…
Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes Bill Cooper, Greg Fitzgerald, Amy Johnson, Tom Pickford, and Laura Stacey to discuss their trans-America road trip in Pollyanna, Barbara Toy’s iconic 1950 Series I Land Rover. In this…
Overland trailers are one of the best solutions for one-vehicle households or for those looking to boost the utility of their existing rig to spend extended periods totally off-grid. They can transform almost any daily driver…
The Latest Iteration of the Shoei Hornet ADV Helmet Has Arrived “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” applies to Shoei’s established Hornet ASV platform, which has remained essentially unchanged since its inception in over a…
Overland Journal Podcast host Matt Scott and AEV’s Dave Harriton discuss the new AEV FXL, a Ford Super Duty heavy-duty truck program following AEV’s Ram and Chevy/GMC lines. They address brand loyalty, regional preferences, and modern…
The Scout was venturing deep into forests, climbing over mountain passes, and adventuring to the far corners of the United States long before overlanding became mainstream. They were simple but dependable and used to ferry fishing…
After more than two decades photographing and directing work in the outdoors, I’ve become selective. Not because I don’t enjoy the work, but because I’ve spent enough time in wild places to know the difference between…
Last summer was a true test of man, machine, and miniature dog. We left our base in Mexico in the spring, pointed the Land Rover north, and spent six months exploring the US and Northern Mexico….
Modern life is hectic, and making time for adventure isn’t always straightforward. To maximize our time in the backcountry, organization is key, and having a rig that’s turnkey-ready to go at a moment’s notice makes all…
Never a group to let the dust settle on adventure riding, Backcountry Discovery Routes will introduce their new Hells Canyon BDR-X route on August 7. Look for it live from Idaho on YouTube at 7 pm…
Overlanders are a specific breed. We look for very specific non-negotiable features in a truck, and go-fast has never been at the top of the list. We want power, sure, but we also want fuel economy,…
The Toyota Tacoma continues to dominate the mid-size segment and is undoubtedly a pinnacle overland platform. It’s beloved by the community and Overland Collective team alike with Executive Publisher Scott Brady stating, “The Toyota Tacoma has…
The Nissan Frontier is a great option for overlanding and boasts rugged backcountry credentials and class-leading build quality. It regularly ranks as one of the most reliable mid-size trucks in North America (as ranked by J.D….
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Ashley from Hi From Ashley about her six-year solo journey, including overlanding the Americas in a Toyota Tacoma. Motivated by personal loss and injury, Ashley transitioned from corporate healthcare…
East Africa is known for many things, and nearly all of them are the stuff of overlanding dreams. But a few could be classified as nightmares, principally the endless dance with roadblocks, police checkpoints, and military…
Many years ago, an octogenarian English friend of mine—who remains fitter than many people half his age, suggested buying an armored Land Rover for overland travel. At the time, I dismissed the idea. Armored vehicles are…
