How To: Recover Your Overland Vehicle
Proper training and equipment can help you be ready for any vehicle recovery situation you might encounter in the backcountry,.
October 10, 2024
MY OVERLANDSTORY
We all have stories to tell, even if we never intend to write a book, create a feature film, or take to the stage. My Overland Story is a celebration of your adventures and trips out into the world—be it a weekend trip around your local forest or a multi-year expedition spanning several countries.
BE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY
At Overland Expo, it is the community of vehicle- and motorcycle-based travelers that make each event so unique. The Community Spotlight is a collection of narratives promoting the voices of storytellers from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Using the form below, submit either a written or video story about an overland trip that you have completed for a chance to be featured on the Overland Expo website, social media, and more!
TELL US ABOUT A TIME…
- When you went above and beyond in your overland adventures.
- When an overland setback turned into a positive experience.
- When locals impacted your trip in an unexpected way.
WAYS TO SUBMIT
WRITE A STORY
- Trip reports should be 500+ words and may be edited by Overland Expo staff before publication.
- Must provide a link to a folder of high-quality images from your trip. (Please allow link sharing of image folder)
VIDEO A STORY
- Keep it between 3-5 minutes to tell your story.
- Start your video with your name, and where you are from, and (if applicable) repeat the question you are answering before diving into your story.
- Upload your video to YouTube or Vimeo and submit the link using the form below.
PREVIOUS COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS
If accepted, your story could be featured on the Overland Expo Blog “Community Spotlight”, on Overland Expo social media posts, incorporated into Overland Expo events, etc. We may contact you for additional details prior to publishing and will notify you when/if your story is used.
In Defense of the Overnighter with the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle
This trip on the Ural Gear Up shows exactly why a quick overnight trip might be exactly what you need for your next adventure.
October 1, 2024
A Colorado Overland Adventure with the Ultimate Overland Vehicle
The 2024 Ultimate Overland Build tackles a 200 plus mile journey on a great Colorado overland trip.
September 30, 2024
Building the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle
With innovative products on a rock-solid platform, every aspect of the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle Build is designed to tackle the toughest terrains with ease.
September 26, 2024
Three, and Two, Wheeled Adventures in the Ural Gear Up
The Overland Expo Team was excited to get the 2024 Ultimate Overland Motorcycle into the hands of adventure motorcycle legends Bill and Susan Dragoo.
September 11, 2024
Sidecar Summer on the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle
Sidecar Summer is rolling out on the Motorcycle Travel Channel and it is not to be missed for all adventure travelers. Adventure riders Sterling Noren and Eva Rupert travel around the Pacific Northwest on the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle Build, a Ural sidecar.
August 15, 2024
Vehicle Accessory: Tackform Slim Track Dash Bracket for GMC Sierra
Take your GMC Sierra and GMC Sierra HD to the next level with Tackform’s TRAXX™ Slim Track Dash Bracket.
January 1, 2025
Fall Adventures in the 2024 Ultimate Overland Vehicle
After Overland Expo East, I immediately turned my attention to one of my favorite fall adventures, fishing for native brook trout.
November 19, 2024
How To: Recover Your Overland Vehicle
Proper training and equipment can help you be ready for any vehicle recovery situation you might encounter in the backcountry,.
October 10, 2024
In Defense of the Overnighter with the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle
This trip on the Ural Gear Up shows exactly why a quick overnight trip might be exactly what you need for your next adventure.
October 1, 2024
A Colorado Overland Adventure with the Ultimate Overland Vehicle
The 2024 Ultimate Overland Build tackles a 200 plus mile journey on a great Colorado overland trip.
September 30, 2024
Building the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle
With innovative products on a rock-solid platform, every aspect of the Ultimate Overland Motorcycle Build is designed to tackle the toughest terrains with ease.
September 26, 2024
CHECK OUT WHAT'S NEW #OVERLANDEXPO
Four Wheel Campers is proud to sponsor Overland Expo PNW—and they`re bringing some trail-ready inspiration to Booth FG17.
Come explore their latest lineup, including the all-new Hawk+ Flatbed, designed with expanded living space and increased storage for full-size heavy duty trucks. You’ll also find the minimalist-friendly Project M Topper, the versatile Hawk Slide-In, and their newest modular design, the CampOut, shown on a full-size short bed truck.
Whether you’re new to overlanding or upgrading your current setup, the @fourwheelcampers team will be on hand to walk you through floor plans, answer questions, and help you gear up for your next adventure.
🔥 Show special alert: Attendees can claim $825 off their camper installation (conditions apply).
Stop by FG17, check out what’s new, and let’s talk about your next trip!
Let the journey begin. 🏔️
Ready for a good time? 🥳 Overland Expo PNW is next week!! We can’t wait to get together in Oregon for an epic weekend filled with gear, vehicles, community, education, and adventure.
In addition to 300+ vendors showcasing epic vehicles and gear and 150+ education sessions and demos, we’ve got plenty of fun planned all weekend long 🎉
👇 Who’s coming? What are you most excited for?
📍 See you in Oregon! Tickets at the link in bio 🎟️
⭐️ Thank you to all of our special event + special area sponsors:
- Thursday Happy Hour sponsored by @toyotires
- Friday Happy Hour sponsored by @maxxistires
- Saturday Happy Hour sponsored by @pelican
- Toyota Game Night hosted by @toyotausa
- Camp Subaru Live! hosted by @subaru_usa
- Raffle supporting the @overlandexpofoundation
- Overland Essentials Area sponsored by @midlandusa
- Backcountry & Culinary Skills Pavilion sponsored by @bosslightingusa
- Hand-On Pavilion sponsored by @quadlock
🏍️ Check out the full tour of this year’s Ultimate Overland Motorcycle — a Suzuki V-STROM 800DE upfitted for adventure with some of the best gear in the industry. 🔥
👉 Watch the full video on YouTube with the one and only @evarupert to get all the details of this build and see what makes it so special. 📺
Part of Overland Expo’s annual Ultimate Overland Build program, this bike will be raffled off in November on Bring-a-Trailer with all proceeds benefiting the @overlandexpofoundation who works to advance the overlanding community and the lands we’re all lucky to explore.
🌲 Come see this bike in person at Overland Expo PNW, coming up June 27-29 in Redmond, Oregon!
🙌 Huge thanks to @suzukicycles and all our amazing build partners who helped bring this adventure motorcycle to life:
- @cyclopsadv
- @hepcoandbecker
- @klimmotorcycle
- @moskomoto
- @motomachines
- @optimabatteries
- @outback_motortek
- @rammounts
- @ridedunlop
- @zoleolifeus
- Veridian Cruise
📽️ @brooks_roe
🔥 It’s here!! 🔥 Get the full rundown of this year’s Ultimate Overland Vehicle, a 2025 @gmc Sierra HD AT4X AEV Edition paired with an @overlandexplorervehicles Back Country Camper and some of the best overlanding and off-road gear in the industry.
📺 Watch the full video on YouTube to get all the details.
Everyone who has had a chance to get behind the wheel of this rig and explore this camper has been blown away so far 🤯 Come see it in person at Overland Expo PNW, coming up June 27-29 in Redmond, Oregon🌲
The annual Ultimate Overland Build is produced in partnership with the @overlandexpofoundation which works to advance the overlanding community and protect the lands we’re lucky to explore. This epic rig will be auctioned off in November on Bring-A-Trailer with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Foundation (ie – this could be yours!) 🤩
Huge thanks to all of our 2025 Ultimate Overland Vehicles Build Partners, more on each to come!
- @gmc
- @overlandexplorervehicles
- @aevconversions
- @tinyrig
- @air_lift_company
- @battlebornbatteries
- @bfgoodrichtires
- @comeup.winch
- @forresttool
- @isotherm_indelwebastomarine
- @lavaboxcampfires
- @magnaflow
- @midlandusa
- @ok4wd
- @onwrd.supply
- @onxoffroad
- @opinelusa
- @redzonewirelessinternet
- @switch.pros.official
- @tackformlive
- @trumanorthamerica
- @viaircorp
- @visionxusa
- @xantrextechnology
- @zoleolifeus
- Rig Ready Systems
📽️ @brooks_roe
Anyone can look adventurous on Instagram.
But when you’re 30 miles from cell service with a rooftop tent and a gas can on your tailgate—you better have a real map. 🗺️
📍 Gaia GPS helps you plan smarter and explore deeper with offline maps, trail data, and camping info built for the backcountry.
This is how overlanding gets done. Learn more @gaiagps
Get ready for an epic weekend at Overland Expo PNW June 27-29 in Redmond, Oregon! Don’t miss:
✔️ 300+ brands showcasing the latest overlanding and camping gear and vehicles
✔️ Gear deals and show specials that can only be found on-site
✔️ 150+ classes and demos taught by experts from around the world.
✔️ Happy hours, special events, and opportunities to meet new people and connect with the community
✔️ Family friendly fun and dedicated programming for kids
✔️ On-site camping so you can get the full experience and enjoy all the event has to offer
And so much more!
🎟️ Grab your tickets at the link in bio and start planning your adventure!
👇 Let us know if you’ll be there. See you in Oregon! 🌲
🎥 @brooks_roe
Off-Road Travel TV is the only weekly cable television show devoted to the off-road adventure travel and overland lifestyle. Each week the @offroadtraveltv crew takes viewers to spectacular off-road locations and shows them the latest gear and accessories that make this lifestyle so appealing. 📺 Off-Road Travel TV can be seen every Sunday at 9:30am on RACER TV!
🌲 Join us at Overland Expo PNW along with thousands of other passionate enthusiasts from around the world to see all the latest gear, learn new skills, meet new friends and be inspired by hundreds of new ideas and creative ways to make your travels more enjoyable.
👋 Be sure to keep an eye out for the Off-Road Travel TV crew and come say hello!
Meet Michael Emery - storyteller, podcaster, vintage Land Cruiser enthusiast, and founder of @slowbaja 🌵
Michael shares a glimpse into his passion for slow travel, his deep love for Baja California, and the community that makes overlanding so special.
If you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting Michael at an Overland Expo event, your next opportunity is Overland Expo Pacific Northwest, coming up June 25-27 in Redmond, Oregon. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with the people who make this community so inspiring.
📺 Watch the full video on YouTube and get inspired to explore slow and live well.
🎥 @yapping_about_cars
#OverlandExpo #SlowBaja #Overlanding #BajaCalifornia #VintageRigs #AdventureTravel #LandCruiser #OverlandExpoPNW
THE WORLD IS OUT THERE Let's Go!
Join attendees from all over the world at this year’s Overland Expo in your area.