October 2025

Sherpa 3 Trailer Interior

7 Off-Road Camper Trailers That Pair Perfectly with Your Jeep Gladiator or Wrangler

When it comes to adventure travel, there’s no one-size-fits-all rig or setup. Some overlanders swear by rooftop tents. Others roll out with full-blown vans, custom truck campers, teardrop trailers, bed racks, drawer systems, MOLLE panels, or minimalist ground tents. You’ve got hammock campers and soft-shell awnings, full-time nomads with Starlink and solar, and weekend warriors […]

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OnX Offroad Clinic Recap: Learning, Riding, and Giving Back

Saturday, October 25, 2025, I attended a free OnX Offroad clinic at Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad park in Tuscumbia, AL. The event was sponsored by OnX and led by local trail guide Chad Overcast, who walked participants through everything from downloading the app to exploring its essential tools and features. Even as a premium user

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4x4 truck with roof tent set up in picturesque grassland, ideal for overlanding enthusiasts.

Veteran vs. Newbie: Who’s Fueling Overlanding Market Growth

Overlanding market growth is booming. What started as a niche community of explorers building rigs for remote travel has exploded into a full-blown lifestyle category with millions of participants across the U.S. But how often do overlanders really camp? How many are veterans of the lifestyle compared to first-timers planning their first expedition? Let’s break

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gladiator stoked entering cohutta wilderness

Trail Report: Cohutta Wilderness Loop (GA/TN)

Quick Stats Expedition Date: Oct. 10-12, 2025 Trail Name: Cohutta Wilderness Loop (unofficial)Region: Cohutta Wilderness, GA / TN BorderTrail Type: Clockwise LoopDistance: ~60 miles (loop and side routes combined)Drive Time: 10-12 hours with stopsDifficulty: Mild – Moderate (some rocky climbs, occasional washouts, one low water crossing)Vehicle Requirements: 4WD / High Clearance (33”+ tires recommended)Best Season:

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Three ghostly figures holding a carved pumpkin in a mysterious forest setting, perfect for Halloween imagery.

7 Spookiest Overlanding Destinations in Tennessee

Tennessee’s rugged terrain and eerie history make it a haven for overlanders craving more than just scenic trails—its haunted sites, ghostly legends, and Bigfoot sightings add a spine-chilling edge to any adventure. From misty Appalachian ridges to abandoned prisons and shadowy forests, these destinations blend off-road exploration with paranormal intrigue and cryptid mysteries, perfect for

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