CONTESTS &GIVEAWAYS
CURRENT CONTESTS, GIVEAWAYS & WINNERS
Check out current contests and a few of the contests and giveaways we’ve hosted recently. Browse through photo galleries and read the winners’ stories.
Best Shot Contest Winners Announced, Gallery Available Now!
The 2021 Overland Expo Best Shot Contest has wrapped up. With over 100 entries and multiple rounds of voting AJ Nealey’s photo has come out on top!
Best of the Best Shot Contest 2020
The staff at Overland Expo have selected some of our favorite images from the Overland Expo 2020 Best Shot Contest and we liked them so much we wanted to share them with you.
Winner of the Overland Expo 2020 Best Shot Contest: Jason Sims
On a solo adventure in search of solitude. Jason found success in Utah’s Newfoundland Mountains. All around, rugged landscapes softened by nature’s paintbrush, color exploding across the October sky at sunset. But that was only the first explosion. In absolute silence, he was blasted straight upright and wide awake from a deep sleep by an enormous explosion. A not-so-gentle reminder of his proximity to the USAF training range just to the south. Thankfully, it was the only reminder of nearby civilization during his three-day exploration of this desolate, but stunning region.
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
This year’s inaugural Overland Expo SoCal blew us away — over 19,000 people came out to experience it. And you bet we’re planning an epic event for 2026 as well 🎉
Expect hundreds of brands, incredible vehicles, game changing gear, plenty of education sessions, a huge gear raffle, sponsored Happy Hour, hosted parties, and so much more. It’s going to be one incredible weekend!
🔥 Inside Tip: Camping Passes for this event are extremely limited. Snag yours now to turn the weekend into a full-on adventure.
Camping on-site gives you the best access to:
🏕️ Inspiring camp setups
✌️ Like-minded travelers
🚙 Vendors, classes, demos
🥳 Evening + after-hours fun
🎟️ Early Bird pricing ends 12/31. Grab your tickets now and save — see you in SoCal!
Here are 9 new, innovative overland products you’ll want to check out—from innovative camp gear to rugged vehicle upgrades.
👉 Swipe through for a quick look, then head to The Compass at OverlandExpo.com (link in bio) for the full roundup with all the details.
Which one would you add to your kit?
As we gear up for an epic 2026, we’ve been reminiscing on all the incredible moments that made 2025 unforgettable ✨ From new launches to community milestones, this year was packed with adventure and smiling faces.
There are way more highlights than we could ever fit into one post—but here are a few standout memories from each event that immediately came to mind:
🔸Photos 1 & 2: The first-ever Overland Expo SoCal kicked off with a line that wrapped around the event (complete with its own beer 🍺)
🔸Photo 3: @jeep + @dometic launched their new rooftop tent collab at Overland Expo West
🔸Photo 4: The 2025 Ultimate Overland Build took on the off-road training course at Overland Expo PNW
🔸Photo 5: @rc_x_overland and @traxxas hosted the first official RC track for both kids and adults at Overland Expo Mountain West
🔸Photo 6: @msoverland + @ok4wd premiered their film to a full house and gave us all the feels at Overland Expo East
What’s your favorite memory from this year? Drop it below! 👇
🔥 Be sure to join us in 2026! Early bird tickets are on sale through 12/31—get your tickets at the lowest price available!
#OverlandExpo #FlashbackFriday #OverlandEvent #OverlandCommunity
Power your adventures sustainably 🌎 @jackeryusa delivers clean, portable energy that helps you explore freely, protect the planet, and stay prepared—wherever life takes you.
👉 Discover the full story on The Compass at OverlandExpo.com—link in bio
A HUGE thank you to every attendee, camper, brand, instructor, volunteer, and staff member — YOU are what make this community and these events so special ✨
Thank you for showing up—traveling across the country, sharing your stories and skills, lending a hand, inspiring others, and bringing the stoke (and the smiles) all season long 🤙
Check out the recap pages under each event on our website to explore photo galleries packed with highlights—you might spot yourself!
Wishing you all a happy, adventure-filled Thanksgiving 🧡 What are you grateful for?
The Overland Expo Black Friday Gear Sale is on! 🔥 Score 20% off all merch in our Gear Shop with the code OVERLANDEXPOBF
👉 Tap the link in bio to shop and save on gifts for yourself and your loved ones.
⏳ Sale ends Dec 5
🎁 Looking for the perfect gift for the overlander, traveler, or adventure-lover in your life? ✨
This year’s Holiday Gift Guide is packed with epic gear PLUS a ton of Black Friday and holiday deals you won’t want to miss 🔥
🏕️ From camp essentials and stocking stuffers to dream-worthy upgrades, this year’s picks are all about elevating every adventure 🛠️
👉 Tap the link in our bio to explore the full guide and all the special offers.
Happy gifting & happy trails! 🚙💨✨
🚛🔥 Meet “Bronty” — a 1996 Stewart & Stevenson M1079 turned full-blown expedition vehicle/tiny house.
We met up with Justin at Overland Expo PNW as he was heading toward Alaska — the official start of his around-the-world journey. Fast forward to now, and he’s making his way south with his sights set on Argentina for the first major leg of the adventure 🌎✨
🎥 Catch the full tour on YouTube (link in bio), where Justin walks us through every detail of the build: mini-split A/C, full solar setup, full-size fridge, clever interior layout, and everything needed for full-time off-grid living.
Follow Justin’s journey ➜ @destinationdaily_
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Photo by Brett Willhelm, Willhelmn Visual Works