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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...
A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo – So Cal 2026 Edition
For the Overland Expo newcomer, the size of the show...
Win Big for a Great Cause at the Overland Expo Foundation Raffle
The Overland Expo Foundation raffle is your best chance to...
Try Before You Buy with Sandy Vans Rentals
If you’re looking to dive into van life but want...

Gear

Gear Showcase: March, 2023

Depending on where you’re adventuring, you might currently be facing snow drifts or the muddy, slippery predicament known as the spring thaw.

REVIEW: Bell MX-9 Adventure Helmet

Bell’s MX-9 motocross helmet has been a rider favorite for years, so Bell gave it a bit of a street-smart massage for adventure riders with the MX-9 Adventure version.

First Drive: 2023 Chevrolet Colorado

We drove the third-gen Colorado on curving California backroads and a tight, technical dirt passage and found the new platform is both capable and comfortable.

Industry Spotlight

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5 problem-solving products at Overland Expo West

With literally thousands of brands at our biggest event of the year, it’s impossible to do a thorough round-up. As an overlander and overall outdoorsy person, however, I was fascinated by the inventive spirit among the brands and products. Many problems I’ve learned to live with (or have avoided out of fear of not being able to solve in a bad situation) actually have solutions. Big or small, these smart solutions to dumb problems caught my attention and are worth sharing. Chances are, some of you have also been cursing your bloody knuckles, wet outdoor appliances, dead electronics, or something else that these ingenious gadgets help prevent.

EarthCruiser

EarthCruiser Returns with a Bold New Look

“This shift isn’t just about distribution,” says EarthCruiser founder Lance Gillies. “It’s about realigning with the core values that EarthCruiser has stood for since the beginning — craftsmanship, innovation, and a genuine commitment to our customers.”