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Overland Expo Mountain West 2026 Recap
Overland Expo Mountain West 18,500 attendees, 300 plus exhibitors, and...
Bryon Dorr, Industry Veteran and Respected Community Voice, to Help Shape the Future of Overland Expo 
Overland Expo, the premier event series for overland adventure enthusiasts,...
Midland USA Goes Wireless with the New MXT295 Pro MicroMobile GMRS Radio
Midland USA has released a new, innovating MicroMobile radio that...
Supertramp Campers to Debut All-new Paragon at overland Expo Mountain West
Supertramp Campers is debuting their new Paragon Camper for the...
DIY Showcase Returns to Overland Expo Mountain West 2026
Some of the most inspiring vehicles at Overland Expo Mountain...

Gear

Review: 100 Nights with the Peak Designs Roller Pro

Quick Take: The Peak Design Roller Pro is a unique take on the classic roller bag that leverages Peak Design’s broad range of packing cubes, camera cubes, and accessory bags which makes it a great fit for those with a broad range of travel needs. It is a pleasure to use, has held up well to abuse, and has a contemporary, minimalist aesthetic that stands out in a sea of competitors.

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.

Industry Spotlight

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Industry Spotlight: Scanstrut

Scanstrut is an international leader in the design and manufacture of outdoor and marine equipment. They offer over 300 products that enhance commercial, navigation, and personal electronics in outdoor settings. Their products include mounts, charging solutions, air and waterproof cable seals, waterproof wireless phone chargers, Satcom solutions for superyachts, and tablet mounts for RVs. Their Ventura line of inlets and outlets is the first series of compact, durable external utility sockets for overlanders, vanlifers, and RV explorers.

Industry Spotlight: James Baroud

All James Baroud products are still handcrafted in small batches at their own factory in Porto, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and quality control. The company employs a team of experienced adventurers, including a former Paris-Dakar rally pilot, to rigorously test each product in real-world conditions. This commitment to quality is backed by an industry leading five-year warranty, underscoring their confidence in the durability and reliability of their products. 

Industry Spotlight: – Four Wheel Campers

Before “overlanding” was a household term in the U.S., Four Wheel Campers (FWC) was already quietly outfitting adventurers for life off-grid. Founded in 1972 in Colorado, the company emerged from a simple but powerful idea: that a reliable, lightweight, and low-profile pop-up truck camper could unlock the backroads and wilderness for more people. That vision took shape through countless trips into the Rockies testing gear in real conditions. The earliest prototypes were born from rugged experiences and the kind of “let’s figure it out” moments only found deep in the wild.

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Community Spotlight: Brock Stevens

Brock Stevens is a Navy diver, product designer, Defender Trophy competitor, and Land Rover enthusiasts based in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.