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A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – PNW 2026 Edition
Since its inception in 2009, Overland Expo has grown exponentially,...
Specialized Debuts the Levo 4 X: The Next Evolution of Adventure Travel
Specialized Bikes is calling the new S-Works Levo 4 X...
Overland Expo Presents the Film Festival Lineup for PNW 2026
Overland Expo PNW 2026 is just around the corner and...
Overland Expo Foundation Invites Attendees to Give Back at Pacific Northwest
Overland Expo is about more than exploring the outdoors. It's...
Community Spotlight: Arvin Monarrez
There’s a great chance that if you’ve checked in at...

Gear

Industry Spotlight

Man unloading a cooler from a Defender.

Industry Spotlight: Dometic

From weekend outings in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado to extended journeys into Oregon’s Owyhee Canyonlands, the Dometic product, sales, and marketing team is passionate about vehicle-based adventure.

Industry Spotlight: C4 Fabrication

Freedom, rebellion, and fearless individualism are just some of the virtues C4 Fabrication was founded on seven years ago by Caleb Rupp.

Industry Spotlight: Beyond Clothing

Rooted in the Pacific Northwest and inspired by the beauty of the great outdoors, Beyond Clothing® was founded in 1996 in Seattle, WA as a supplier of technical and durable gear for US SOCOM.

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Level Up with Overland Expo Training at PNW

No matter if you’re a fresh beginner or a seasoned expert, the team at Overland Expo PNW can help you expand your skillset so that you stay safe and confident on your next overland journey.

Gear Showcase: Sleeping on the Trail

It doesn’t get the attention the more exciting aspects of overlanding do, but a good night’s sleep is often the difference between a great trip and a frustrating one. Thankfully, it’s never been easier to equip yourself and your family for deep sleep on the road. For this month’s gear showcase we’ve put together a list of products from mattresses to truck toppers to full builds that promise to bring the zzzz’s.