There’s something about the crunch of tires on gravel when you’re alone. No music. No podcasts. Just the rhythm of the trail, the brush of wind through a cracked window, and your thoughts catching up to you for the first time in weeks. People sometimes ask if it feels lonely traveling solo.I used to wonder […]
Solo Trips Aren’t Lonely: Finding Clarity and God in the Quiet Read More »
There’s this idea floating around that you need the best of everything to have a great adventure — the priciest rooftop tent, the latest suspension, the top-shelf cooler. But here’s the truth: you don’t. Some of my favorite trips have been with budget gear and borrowed tools. The magic wasn’t in the price tag —
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For 2026, Jeep has given the Gladiator lineup a heritage-rich throwback that’s already turning heads in the overlanding and off-road worlds: the Gladiator Willys ‘41 Edition. Dressed in a military-inspired Olive Drab (OD) Green, this trim isn’t just a paint option — it’s a design statement that leans hard into Jeep’s roots while staying fully
The 2026 Jeep Gladiator Willys ‘41: OD Green, Old-School Grit, New-School Capability Read More »
Humans have been traveling over land for survival, trade, science, and sheer curiosity since… forever. “Overlanding,” as we use the term today (vehicle-supported, self-reliant travel where the journey is the goal), grew from ancient foot migrations and caravan routes, took on a specific meaning in Australia, and reemerged globally with mid-20th-century expeditions, the Camel Trophy
Overlanding 411 // Part 2: A (Beginner’s) History of Overlanding: From Footpaths to 4x4s Read More »
We live in a time where everything begs to be shared.If you didn’t film it, did it even happen? As a creative — photo, video, design — I get it. Capturing the moment is second nature. But sometimes I have to remind myself: not every moment needs an audience. Some of my favorite memories on
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Time for some 2026 Jeep Gladiator updates. When it comes to overlanding rigs that do more than just look the part, the Jeep Gladiator keeps proving it’s the real deal. While other automakers chase EV headlines and flashy hybrid experiments, Jeep’s midsize pickup continues to refine the fundamentals that made it a legend — capability,
NEWS: 2026 Jeep Gladiator: Staying True to Its Roots While the World Goes Hybrid Read More »
We’ve all heard it — “trail therapy.” And sure, there’s something deeply healing about getting behind the wheel, leaving the noise behind, and letting the miles roll under your tires. But I’ve realized something: overlanding doesn’t fix you. It just shows you what needs fixing. When you’re out there — tired, lost, or frustrated —
Hot Take Tuesday: Overlanding Isn’t Therapy — It’s a Mirror Read More »
Buying for an overlander can feel like navigating a trail without a map. They already have gear you’ve never heard of, tools that look like something from a rescue movie, and a rig full of gadgets that make your car look prehistoric. You want to bless them with something they’ll actually love — something practical,
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Let’s be honest — most of us Jeep people are guilty of it. We love to tinker, polish, bolt, and buff. It’s part of the fun. But sometimes, in the pursuit of “building it better,” we forget that not every mod is actually an upgrade. There’s nothing wrong with chasing the look, or wanting your
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