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The Ultimate Basecamp: Camping at Overland Expo West 2026 
Discover the ultimate overlanding experience. Learn about camping passes, the...
Best Rigs of Overland Expo SoCal
With hundreds of rigs across the fairgrounds at Overland Expo...
Best Gear of Overland Expo SoCal 2026
Overland Expo 2026 season started with a bang this weekend...
Overland Expo SoCal 2026 Wrap-Up: A Massive Start to the Adventure Season 
Last weekend Overland Expo SoCal was the place to be...
Subaru Introduces the All-Electric Trailseeker and Expands Presence at Overland Expo 2026
Subaru is stepping into the electric adventure space with the...

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Toyo Open Country R/T Trail Review

Review: Toyo Open Country R/T Trail

The Toyo Open Country R/T Trail bridges the gap between all-terrain and mud-terrain tires without compromising on or off-road performance. Toyo offers this tire in a wide range of sizes. It’s a great option for overlanding rigs that spend time on the pavement and in the backcountry.

Gear Showcase: Van Builders and Accessories

Vans have increasingly become a core component of overland adventuring. With their growth in popularity has brough both high-end builders and an ever-increasing set of options for the DIY builder. We’ve gathered a group of manufacturers and products that represent some of the best available for this month’s Gear Showcase.

Gear Showcase: Spring Gear

For many of us, adventure seems very far away. Fields of snow outside our windows and a heater straining to keep up with the endless encroaching cold may keep some of us from exploring, but Spring is on its way. Soon thousands of our fellow overlanders will once again emerge from our shelters seeking the outdoors. For those dreaming of that day, here’s 10 products that we think will make Spring outings that much better.

Industry Spotlight

Industry Spotlight: Off-Road Travel TV

Off-Road Travel TV stands as the only weekly cable television program dedicated exclusively to off-road adventure travel and the overland lifestyle. Each week, the show transports viewers to spectacular remote locations while showcasing the latest gear and accessories that make the modern overland lifestyle so popular and appealing.

Industry Spotlight: Jackery

Overlanding evokes freedom—the ability to explore anywhere, powered by what you bring. At Climate Week NYC 2025, Tracy Wang, Jackery Global Brand Communications Head, shared how the company leverages technology and business expertise to advance sustainability and conservation—a model she calls entrepreneurial philanthropy.

Industry Spotlight: Outpost Vans

In the heart of Southern California’s adventure capital, San Diego based Outpost Vans has carved out a reputation as one of the most innovative and trusted names in the custom camper van industry. Founded in 2018 with a mission to bridge the gap between rugged overland capability and refined interior design, Outpost Vans has become synonymous with craftsmanship, functionality, and freedom on four wheels. 

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Best Gear of Overland Expo SoCal 2026

Overland Expo 2026 season started with a bang this weekend in Costa Mesa, California hosting over 15,000 attendees and hundreds of vendors. We were on the hunt for new, impressive products to support our overlanding passions and this weekend didn’t disappoint. Dozens of products caught our eye, offering unique solutions to common issues we face out on the trail. Of those, here’s our top 10 products we saw, ranging from camp hygiene to roof top tents, to recovery equipment and beyond.