MY OVERLANDSTORY

We all have stories to tell, even if we never intend to write a book, create a feature film, or take to the stage. My Overland Story is a celebration of your adventures and trips out into the world—be it a weekend trip around your local forest or a multi-year expedition spanning several countries.

BE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY

At Overland Expo, it is the community of vehicle- and motorcycle-based travelers that make each event so unique. The Community Spotlight is a collection of narratives promoting the voices of storytellers from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Using the form below, submit either a written or video story about an overland trip that you have completed for a chance to be featured on the Overland Expo website, social media, and more!

TELL US ABOUT A TIME…

  • When you went above and beyond in your overland adventures.
  • When an overland setback turned into a positive experience.
  • When locals impacted your trip in an unexpected way.
Send Your Overland Story
Photo by Camden Littleton

WAYS TO SUBMIT

WRITE A STORY

  • Trip reports should be 500+ words and may be edited by Overland Expo staff before publication.
  • Must provide a link to a folder of high-quality images from your trip. (Please allow link sharing of image folder)

VIDEO A STORY

  • Keep it between 3-5 minutes to tell your story.
  • Start your video with your name, and where you are from, and (if applicable) repeat the question you are answering before diving into your story.
  • Upload your video to YouTube or Vimeo and submit the link using the form below.

PREVIOUS COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS

If accepted, your story could be featured on the Overland Expo Blog “Community Spotlight”, on Overland Expo social media posts, incorporated into Overland Expo events, etc. We may contact you for additional details prior to publishing and will notify you when/if your story is used.

Community Spotlight: Nolen Yapp of Classic Overland
Nolen Yapp, of Classic Overland, is an automotive enthuasist with...
The GMC Sierra is the 2025 Ultimate Build vehicle

Ultimate Vehicle: 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4X AEV Edition

The AEV enhancements strengthen the GMC Sierra HD AT4X’s off-road dominion. With 35″ Goodyear Territory MT tires on AEV 18” Salta® wheels and a factory-installed 1.5″ suspension lift, you’ll be capable of handling the toughest off-road conditions from climbing steep inclines to navigating through rocky paths. Equipped with heavy-duty, AEV stamped-steel, powder-coated front and rear bumpers, this truck offers enhanced protection against rocky landscapes. Additionally, the rugged underbody protection with AEV stamped-steel skid plates will help you transition effortlessly from highways to rough terrains, securing vital components such as the steering gear and the transfer case. 

January 2, 2025
Community Spotlight: Nolen Yapp of Classic Overland
Nolen Yapp, of Classic Overland, is an automotive enthuasist with...

Ultimate Overland Build 2025 Unveiled: 2025 GMC Sierra HD AT4X AEV Edition

For overland travelers who push the boundaries of adventure, choosing the right vehicle is essential. The 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4X AEV Edition is the Ultimate Overland Build 2025. With a factory-engineered blend of strength, off-road technology, and premium features, this truck is a serious contender for the best adventure-ready platform available straight off the lot. 

May 1, 2025
The GMC Sierra is the 2025 Ultimate Build vehicle

Ultimate Vehicle: 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 HD AT4X AEV Edition

The AEV enhancements strengthen the GMC Sierra HD AT4X’s off-road dominion. With 35″ Goodyear Territory MT tires on AEV 18” Salta® wheels and a factory-installed 1.5″ suspension lift, you’ll be capable of handling the toughest off-road conditions from climbing steep inclines to navigating through rocky paths. Equipped with heavy-duty, AEV stamped-steel, powder-coated front and rear bumpers, this truck offers enhanced protection against rocky landscapes. Additionally, the rugged underbody protection with AEV stamped-steel skid plates will help you transition effortlessly from highways to rough terrains, securing vital components such as the steering gear and the transfer case. 

January 2, 2025
Read More on The Compass

CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO

overlandexpo

View

Apr 30

Open
This is what Overland Expo is all about. Connection, discovery, and a community that shows up. If you’ve been thinking about getting your brand and products in front of people that actually need it, this is your sign! Exhibiting opportunities are still available for: 📍 Overland Expo Pacific Northwest — June 26–28, 2026 | Redmond, OR 📍 Overland Expo Mountain West — August 21–23, 2026 | Loveland, CO 📍 Overland Expo East — October 23–25, 2026 | Arrington, VA You only have THREE more chances to join us at the industry’s biggest stage. Meet your customers where they gear up and find what’s next for the trail. Email us at sales@overlandexpo.com for more info! #overlandexpo

This is what Overland Expo is all about. Connection, discovery, and a community that shows up.

If you’ve been thinking about getting your brand and products in front of people that actually need it, this is your sign!

Exhibiting opportunities are still available for:
📍 Overland Expo Pacific Northwest — June 26–28, 2026 | Redmond, OR
📍 Overland Expo Mountain West — August 21–23, 2026 | Loveland, CO
📍 Overland Expo East — October 23–25, 2026 | Arrington, VA

You only have THREE more chances to join us at the industry’s biggest stage. Meet your customers where they gear up and find what’s next for the trail. Email us at [email protected] for more info! #overlandexpo ...

33 0

overlandexpo

View

Apr 30

Open
Adventure awaits, and @vortexoptics is bringing you closer than ever at Overland Expo West. From May 15–17, find us at the heart of the action, showcasing optics built for those who push beyond the map and into the unknown. Whether glassing distant ridgelines, navigating rugged terrain, or dialing in the details that make every journey unforgettable, Vortex® helps overlanders see more, and magnify the moments that matter. At the booth, guests can get hands-on with gear designed to perform wherever the trail leads, connect with experts, and discover how the right optics elevate every mile of the journey. It’s more than a stop. It’s a chance to sharpen your view of what’s possible where the road ends and adventure begins.

Adventure awaits, and @vortexoptics is bringing you closer than ever at Overland Expo West. From May 15–17, find us at the heart of the action, showcasing optics built for those who push beyond the map and into the unknown.

Whether glassing distant ridgelines, navigating rugged terrain, or dialing in the details that make every journey unforgettable, Vortex® helps overlanders see more, and magnify the moments that matter.

At the booth, guests can get hands-on with gear designed to perform wherever the trail leads, connect with experts, and discover how the right optics elevate every mile of the journey.

It’s more than a stop. It’s a chance to sharpen your view of what’s possible where the road ends and adventure begins. ...

18 0

overlandexpo

View

Apr 29

Open
🚨 Buy online and save! Grab your Overland Expo West tickets now and join the largest overlanding event in the world. Explore 400+ outdoor exhibitors, enjoy 220+ weekend activities, discover epic adventure gear, and connect with fellow overlanders. 🚙 📍 Fort Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ 📅 May 15-17, 2026 Tap the link in our bio to buy your tickets today! 🎟️ Who’s ready for Overland Expo West? Let us know in the comments! 👇 #OverlandExpoWest #Overlanding #FlagstaffArizona #Outdoor #OverlandExpo

🚨 Buy online and save! Grab your Overland Expo West tickets now and join the largest overlanding event in the world.

Explore 400+ outdoor exhibitors, enjoy 220+ weekend activities, discover epic adventure gear, and connect with fellow overlanders. 🚙

📍 Fort Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ
📅 May 15-17, 2026

Tap the link in our bio to buy your tickets today! 🎟️

Who’s ready for Overland Expo West? Let us know in the comments! 👇

#OverlandExpoWest #Overlanding #FlagstaffArizona #Outdoor #OverlandExpo ...

105 15

overlandexpo

View

Apr 29

Open
@arcanewarriorglobal is back at Overland Expo West and they’re bringing more than just gear. Built for people who are all about the overlanding life, they will be showcasing its latest lineup, including the all-new M’LinkX Roof Rack Platform, the precision-engineered REVOLVE PIVOT MASTER X90 Roof Rack Ladder, and a full lineup of Marvel licensed gear, where refined design meets real capability. Across the weekend, you’ll get hands-on with live product demos, sign up for new product testing, and kick back at the Happy Hour Meet connecting with familiar faces like Arctic.Mojave, Cameron Becnel, all while getting in on the raffle giveaways. From on-site surprises to limited deals, there’s always something waiting for you at the booth. Swing by Booth Q22 and see it all up close.

@arcanewarriorglobal is back at Overland Expo West and they’re bringing more than just gear.

Built for people who are all about the overlanding life, they will be showcasing its latest lineup, including the all-new M’LinkX Roof Rack Platform, the precision-engineered REVOLVE PIVOT MASTER X90 Roof Rack Ladder, and a full lineup of Marvel licensed gear, where refined design meets real capability.

Across the weekend, you’ll get hands-on with live product demos, sign up for new product testing, and kick back at the Happy Hour Meet connecting with familiar faces like Arctic.Mojave, Cameron Becnel, all while getting in on the raffle giveaways. From on-site surprises to limited deals, there’s always something waiting for you at the booth.

Swing by Booth Q22 and see it all up close. ...

59 0

overlandexpo

View

Apr 28

Open
🌲 Testimonial Tuesday!🌲 Read about Steve’s unforgettable premium camping experience at Overland Exp West! Ready to create your own memories? Stay on-site and connect with fellow adventurers at the world’s largest overlanding event. 🚙🔥 Choose from premium, moto, or vehicle camping passes and lock in your spot today! Enjoy nightly happy hours, bond with the overlanding community, and embrace festival-style camping from Thursday morning to Monday morning. 🏕️ 📅 Event Dates: May 15-17, 2026 📍 Location: Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ What’s the best meal you’ve ever cooked while camping? 🍳 🎟️ Save now through April 29 - grab your camping passes using the link in bio! #OverlandExpoWest #Overlanding #Camping #Outdoors #OverlandExpo

🌲 Testimonial Tuesday!🌲

Read about Steve’s unforgettable premium camping experience at Overland Exp West! Ready to create your own memories? Stay on-site and connect with fellow adventurers at the world’s largest overlanding event. 🚙🔥

Choose from premium, moto, or vehicle camping passes and lock in your spot today! Enjoy nightly happy hours, bond with the overlanding community, and embrace festival-style camping from Thursday morning to Monday morning. 🏕️

📅 Event Dates: May 15-17, 2026
📍 Location: Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ

What’s the best meal you’ve ever cooked while camping? 🍳

🎟️ Save now through April 29 - grab your camping passes using the link in bio!

#OverlandExpoWest #Overlanding #Camping #Outdoors #OverlandExpo ...

104 0

overlandexpo

View

Apr 28

Open
Free yourself from the tyranny of the timetable and the necessity of making reservations wherever you go. As a sponsor of this year’s Overland Expo West event, @weareairstream will be showcasing a lineup ready for wherever the journey leads. From rugged Basecamp models to fully equipped touring coaches capable of extended off-grid lifestyle. Attendees are invited to step inside, explore key features, and connect with a team that understands what it takes to get out there and stay out there. Whether you're dialing in your current setup or planning your next upgrade, their team will be on-site with product insights and show-exclusive opportunities. Join We Are Airstream in Flagstaff, May 16-18, and experience a new standard of adventure.

Free yourself from the tyranny of the timetable and the necessity of making reservations wherever you go.

As a sponsor of this year’s Overland Expo West event, @weareairstream will be showcasing a lineup ready for wherever the journey leads. From rugged Basecamp models to fully equipped touring coaches capable of extended off-grid lifestyle. Attendees are invited to step inside, explore key features, and connect with a team that understands what it takes to get out there and stay out there.

Whether you`re dialing in your current setup or planning your next upgrade, their team will be on-site with product insights and show-exclusive opportunities.

Join We Are Airstream in Flagstaff, May 16-18, and experience a new standard of adventure. ...

98 2

overlandexpo

View

Apr 24

Open
Overland Expo West is where real rigs show up. It’s exactly where @classicoverland belongs. We build Defenders to be driven. Long miles, rough terrain, real ownership. Every build is designed around how you actually travel, not how it looks parked. Our Signature Series is a full body-off, down-to-the-nuts-and-washers restoration with modern drivability built in. The Warthog Series is a true refurbishment. Simple, durable, and built to be used. If you’re at Expo West, come find us at Q70. Step inside and experience what a Defender feels like when it’s built with purpose. Built for the way you move. This is the Defender, done right. @Yapping_About_Cars

Overland Expo West is where real rigs show up. It’s exactly where @classicoverland belongs.

We build Defenders to be driven. Long miles, rough terrain, real ownership. Every build is designed around how you actually travel, not how it looks parked.

Our Signature Series is a full body-off, down-to-the-nuts-and-washers restoration with modern drivability built in. The Warthog Series is a true refurbishment. Simple, durable, and built to be used.

If you’re at Expo West, come find us at Q70. Step inside and experience what a Defender feels like when it’s built with purpose.

Built for the way you move. This is the Defender, done right.

@Yapping_About_Cars ...

37 0

THE WORLD IS OUT THERE Let's Go!

Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo in your area.

Get Event Tickets