Sometimes exploring the backcountry means that you’ll get stuck, requiring the use of a winch to extract yourself. Learn some basic winching techniques to help you get out of any situation.
Overlanders looking for a simple way to improve off-road ride quality and performance automatically look to expensive bypass shock absorbers, lift kits to fit bigger tires, aftermarket coils, and burly leaf springs. But the answer they seek might be as simple as airing down on the trail.
Getting out into the backcountry with your overland vehicle for a few days or a few weeks is the perfect way to recharge your internal batteries and give you a new outlook on life. But the question we often get is, “How do you recharge your physical batteries while you’re in the wilderness?”
![Polydrops P19 [Shorty] set up as a shelter in Sedona.](https://www.overlandexpo.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/sedona-polydrops-p19-shorty-teardrop-camper-trailer-exterior-300x169.jpeg)
If you’re considering an EV or a smaller car and want to pull a trailer for camping, working, or a day at the beach, you usually have very few options. Most trailers are far too heavy to be towed by small cars. That is until the Polydrops P19 [Shorty] hit the market.
Bentonville, Arkansas-based EV maker Canoo just announced that they fulfilled a contract with the U.S. Army
If you’re on your way to or from Overland Expo Pacific Northwest in the Bend or Redmond, OR area and you have some time to explore the area, you might want to consider the Crooked River National Grasslands.
There’s nothing quite like pouring a dram of your favorite whiskey and kicking back under the
Overland travel can be very expensive but most overland travelers are able to visit the far reaches of the planet by vehicle with modest incomes, small savings accounts, or web-based jobs.
If you have a massive wad of cash burning a hole in your pocket, you might want to consider the Rezvani Vengeance for your next overland rig.
Vehicle-assisted adventure has a different look than it did just a decade ago. Specifically, our reliance on wayfinding electronics, camp lighting, and satellite internet makes it much different than simply loading your rig with a tent, your headlamp, and a cooler of food and heading off into the backcountry for the weekend.
If you attended Overland Expo Mountain West in 2021, you probably saw a prototype of the
Ford Pro revealed the new 2023 Transit Pro last week, and we think that upfitters, long-term van nomads, and DIY weekenders alike will be excited.
Stunning geologic formations, vast vistas, and quietude make up Valley of the Gods, a novice off-highway loop that begins just 9 miles from the town of Mexican Hat, UT (where you can stock up on fuel and food supplies before hitting the backcountry.)
Kammok just introduced The Outpost, the latest in vehicle-mounted hammock stands for use on your backcountry
Few things are as rewarding as overlanding, getting deep into the backcountry, and discovering new landscapes for days and weeks on end. Unfortunately, getting way out there means carrying enough fuel to get from point A to point B (and back) safely. Knowing how much fuel to bring with you and how to store it is something every overlander — regardless of experience — needs to consider
If you’ve ever had the misfortune of using an E-Tool, you’ll know that they’re good for one thing – digging a cat-hole. Never mind trying to unstick a vehicle or digging out a washout while you’re on the trail.
Having the best lighting solutions for your overlanding adventure can make or break your trip. Build quality, lumen output, and affordability are all concerns when picking out overland lighting solutions. We have compiled some of our favorite lights for your overland vehicle and around your campsite.
Joining the GMC HUMMER EV Pickup and SUV the 2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 will ride on the same Ultium Platform while offering traditional pickup capabilities, enhanced hauling and towing capacities, and a 400-mile range on a full charge.
Ram Trucks recently introduced the all-new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel, expanding the brand’s heavy-duty
One of the first mods many vehicle owners go for is a new, shiny set of wheels for their rig. But aside from aesthetics, there are a lot of things to think about before you click the “buy now” button.
Thinking about purchasing a full-size rig for your overland travels? Here are a few things to think about before you begin that build.
Subaru unveiled the much anticipated 2024 Subaru Crosstrek in the Japanese market recently with a redesigned
If you own a DECKED drawer system and you’ve ever been frustrated by your in-bed gear sliding around on the top deck of your system when you’re out on the trails, then we have some news for you.
Jeep just announced a roadmap for its next generation of fully-electric 4xe vehicles, paving the way fo become leading electrified SUV brand in the world.
Sometimes exploring the backcountry means that you’ll get stuck, requiring the use of a winch to extract yourself. Learn some basic winching techniques to help you get out of any situation.
Overlanders looking for a simple way to improve off-road ride quality and performance automatically look to expensive bypass shock absorbers, lift kits to fit bigger tires, aftermarket coils, and burly leaf springs. But the answer they seek might be as simple as airing down on the trail.
Getting out into the backcountry with your overland vehicle for a few days or a few weeks is the perfect way to recharge your internal batteries and give you a new outlook on life. But the question we often get is, “How do you recharge your physical batteries while you’re in the wilderness?”
If you’re considering an EV or a smaller car and want to pull a trailer for camping, working, or a day at the beach, you usually have very few options. Most trailers are far too heavy to be towed by small cars. That is until the Polydrops P19 [Shorty] hit the market.
Bentonville, Arkansas-based EV maker Canoo just announced that they fulfilled a contract with the U.S. Army
If you’re on your way to or from Overland Expo Pacific Northwest in the Bend or Redmond, OR area and you have some time to explore the area, you might want to consider the Crooked River National Grasslands.
There’s nothing quite like pouring a dram of your favorite whiskey and kicking back under the
Overland travel can be very expensive but most overland travelers are able to visit the far reaches of the planet by vehicle with modest incomes, small savings accounts, or web-based jobs.
If you have a massive wad of cash burning a hole in your pocket, you might want to consider the Rezvani Vengeance for your next overland rig.
Vehicle-assisted adventure has a different look than it did just a decade ago. Specifically, our reliance on wayfinding electronics, camp lighting, and satellite internet makes it much different than simply loading your rig with a tent, your headlamp, and a cooler of food and heading off into the backcountry for the weekend.
If you attended Overland Expo Mountain West in 2021, you probably saw a prototype of the
Ford Pro revealed the new 2023 Transit Pro last week, and we think that upfitters, long-term van nomads, and DIY weekenders alike will be excited.
Stunning geologic formations, vast vistas, and quietude make up Valley of the Gods, a novice off-highway loop that begins just 9 miles from the town of Mexican Hat, UT (where you can stock up on fuel and food supplies before hitting the backcountry.)
Kammok just introduced The Outpost, the latest in vehicle-mounted hammock stands for use on your backcountry
Few things are as rewarding as overlanding, getting deep into the backcountry, and discovering new landscapes for days and weeks on end. Unfortunately, getting way out there means carrying enough fuel to get from point A to point B (and back) safely. Knowing how much fuel to bring with you and how to store it is something every overlander — regardless of experience — needs to consider
If you’ve ever had the misfortune of using an E-Tool, you’ll know that they’re good for one thing – digging a cat-hole. Never mind trying to unstick a vehicle or digging out a washout while you’re on the trail.
Having the best lighting solutions for your overlanding adventure can make or break your trip. Build quality, lumen output, and affordability are all concerns when picking out overland lighting solutions. We have compiled some of our favorite lights for your overland vehicle and around your campsite.
Joining the GMC HUMMER EV Pickup and SUV the 2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 will ride on the same Ultium Platform while offering traditional pickup capabilities, enhanced hauling and towing capacities, and a 400-mile range on a full charge.
Ram Trucks recently introduced the all-new 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel, expanding the brand’s heavy-duty
One of the first mods many vehicle owners go for is a new, shiny set of wheels for their rig. But aside from aesthetics, there are a lot of things to think about before you click the “buy now” button.
Thinking about purchasing a full-size rig for your overland travels? Here are a few things to think about before you begin that build.
Subaru unveiled the much anticipated 2024 Subaru Crosstrek in the Japanese market recently with a redesigned
If you own a DECKED drawer system and you’ve ever been frustrated by your in-bed gear sliding around on the top deck of your system when you’re out on the trails, then we have some news for you.
Jeep just announced a roadmap for its next generation of fully-electric 4xe vehicles, paving the way fo become leading electrified SUV brand in the world.
Photo by Brett Willhelm