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Best Rigs of Overland Expo SoCal
With hundreds of rigs across the fairgrounds at Overland Expo...
Best Gear of Overland Expo SoCal 2026
Overland Expo 2026 season started with a bang this weekend...
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 – SoCal 2026 Edition
For the Overland Expo newcomer, the size of the show...

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Dutch Oven cooking over an open fire.

Editors’ Choice: Best Overlanding Kitchen Gear

Maybe you’re a dehydrated meal type of adventurer (no judgment), or maybe you’re an aficionado of epicurean delights on your overland trips. Whatever the case, there are a few indispensable items that will elevate your backcountry cooking experience when you’re out on the trail.

Review: Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe

Jeep’s Wrangler Rubicon 4xe is the only plug-in hybrid with solid front and rear axles, making it a very compelling eco-friendly and capable overlanding rig.

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Gear Showcase: Sleeping on the Trail

After a long day on the trail, there are few things better than a great night’s sleep. The problem is, that’s not always easy to do when you are far from home. Thankfully there are a host of great options to maximize your sleep and get you ready for the next day’s adventure. We’ve gathered nine fantastic gear options to help you sleep like a baby while overlanding.

15 Items to Pack When Camping at Overland Expo West

Warm days, cool nights, clear skies (usually), the smell of pine trees — Flagstaff, Arizona, has so much to offer campers. Here is a list of 15 items we think will make your time camping at Overland Expo West even more enjoyable and comfortable.