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A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – West 2026 Edition
Since its inception in 2009, Overland Expo has grown exponentially,...
Moto Programming at Overland Expo West: Skills, Stories, and Inspiration
Learn from experienced moto adventurers at Overland Expo West.
Discover the Brands Powering Your Adventure at Overland Expo PNW 2026
Overland Expo PNW is brought to you by some amazing...
Educational Opportunities at Overland Expo West 2026
Since its inception, the robust education and training available for...
Overland Expo Presents the Film Festival Lineup for West 2026
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Gear

Editors’ Choice: First Aid Kit and Equipment

A first aid kit is one of those pieces of equipment that you should definitely have but hope you never need. However, if you’re in the backcountry enough or even wrenching on your rig, you’ll inevitably need a band-aid or two.

Industry Spotlight

Industry Spotlight: Geyser Systems

When you’re out in the backcountry, the first thing to run out is water. Whether you’re drinking it, using it to get clean, or doing your dishes, making sure you have enough is a huge deal when you’re overlanding.

Industry Spotlight: Exploration Vans

Sitting at the base of some of the mountains that have helped shape athletes such as Richie Rude and Bode Miller, Exploration Vans is positioned unassumingly between a Gymnastics Camp and Karate Studio.

Industry Spotlight: Truck Brigade

Ryan Horton and TJ Watson, founders of Truck Brigade, came together with the shared vision of revolutionizing the overland parts and accessory market. In 2017, that vision became a reality, as Truck Brigade was founded and is today considered the industry-leading one-stop shop for overland and offroad parts and accessories.

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