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Best Gear of Overland Expo Mountain West 2026
Last weekend thousands of overlanders gathered in Loveland, Colorado for...
Dometic Introduces Slimline 3 Roof Rack for Overland Travel
Dometic has taken the wraps off its new Slimline 3...
Cobra TrailBlazer 450: A Solid GMRS Option for Overlanders
Cobra’s TrailBlazer 450 is designed for overlanders, off-road enthusiasts, campers,...
Best Rigs of Overland Expo Mountan
With thousands of rigs at Overland Expo Mountain West 2026...
Overland Expo Mountain West 2026 Recap
Overland Expo Mountain West 18,500 attendees, 300 plus exhibitors, and...

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REVIEW: Freespirit Recreation Evolution V2 Rooftop Tent

The FSR Evolution V2 is a premium rooftop tent that has earned its place in the upper echelon of hardshell RTT options. It’s thoughtful design, high quality construction, and four-season performance make it a stand out in a time when overlanders have such a wide variety of options in the market.

REVIEW: UBCO 2X2 SE

The UBCO 2X2 SE offers a unique riding experience that’s plenty capable for off-road exploration and urban use. The bike stakes its claim in the middle ground between electric bicycles and small displacement trail bikes of decades past.

Editors’ Choice: Best Overlanding Jacks

Everybody has seen them: off-road jacks. Specifically, everyone has seen Hi-Lift Jacks, the fire-engine red jacks that are bolted to virtually every 4×4 vehicle in America. Although they may be perceived as visual flare more than a trail-recovery tool, they do serve a purpose if used properly.

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Sponsors & Exhibitors at Overland Expo SoCal 2026

The largest overlanding event in the world will be coming back to California in just a few months. Join overlanders from all over the world in Costa Mesa, California to get educated, equipped, and inspired to continue your overlanding adventures.