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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

Best Overlanding Apparel

Even the best overland adventures can be thwarted by packing the wrong clothing. Don’t get caught in a storm without the right jacket, pants, hat and gloves. These are the best apparel choices for overland travel.

Start Your Build from the Ground Up with a Superlift Suspension

When it comes to building out a vehicle there are lots of opinions about where to start, from skid plates to snorkels to solar, but I decided to start from the ground up. With a new Superlift three-inch suspension lift, I headed deep into the Sonoran desert to put my Tacoma to the test.

Industry Spotlight

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Overland Industry Leaders Reflect, Connect, and Collaborate at The Summit

Industry leaders gathered at the Pepsi Amphitheatre in Flagstaff, Arizona for The Summit at Overland Expo West — a focused, high-value event for industry professionals to break bread prior to the consumer-focused portion of the Expo. The Summit was not just a space for connection, though, it was a lens into the present and future of overlanding. 

Solo Stove Debuts New Multifunctional Cooler, the Windchill 47

After acquiring a suite of companies with fire pit-adjacent offerings, Solo Stove has come out with its own multifunctional cooler, the Windchill 47, which offers the ultimate trifecta of summertime chill vibes: food and beverage cooling, personal A/C, and misting.

Overland Expo Presents the Film Festival Lineup for PNW 2025

Join us as we continue the 11th Season of the Overland Expo Film Festival at Overland Expo PNW in Redmond, Oregon, June 27-29. The film festival, which takes place on Friday, June 27, brings a curated selection of films documenting vehicle-based travel adventures both near and far to the Oasis Bar and Food Court. Be ready to be inspired by exceptional storytelling and truly impressive cinematography.