If you’ve been in the “overlanding” world for more than five minutes, you’ve probably noticed something: most of the glossy photos, influencer videos, and brand campaigns are coming from the Western U.S. Utah. Colorado. Arizona. California. Nevada. The desert Southwest is practically the Hollywood backlot of American 4×4 touring and all flavours of vehicle-based adventure […]
If there’s one question that gets asked more than any other in the overlanding world, it’s this:“What’s the best vehicle for overlanding?” The truth is, there’s no single right answer. The best overlanding rig is the one that fits your travel style, your terrain, and your budget — and most importantly, the one that actually
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developing Trails in Appalachia & the Deep South with onX Offroad I’ve got a quiet milestone to share. I’ve been accepted into the onX Offroad Trail Guide program. No fireworks—just tires on dirt,and a chance to give something back to the places that have given me a lot over the years. If you use onX, you
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When the world shut down during the pandemic, so did a lot of the noise. Careers slowed, calendars cleared, and many of us—myself included—found ourselves rediscovering older, deeper parts of who we were. For me, that rediscovery came on four wheels. I had spent nearly two decades buried in work and responsibility, long removed from
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Overlanding aligns with 2026 travel trends Travel is changing—fast. And according to the BBC’s new report Seven Travel Trends That Will Define 2026, (and many similar posts) the shift isn’t small; it’s seismic. Across every data source—hotels, trend forecasters, and behavioral experts—travelers are pushing away from noise, crowds, decision fatigue, and one-size-fits-all experiences. In their
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Overlanding tends to get told from one angle — the rig, the gear, the map, the miles. But behind nearly every overlander is someone at home who understands the pull of the road, even if they don’t always understand why. That perspective is what inspired my new book*, The Overlander’s Wife – A Survival Guide
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Tire Pressure Myths, Facts, and the Sweet Spot for Your Jeep Gladiator If you’ve spent any time in Jeep Gladiator groups on Facebook or scrolling JeepInstagram, you’ve seen the same debate pop up every week: “Run door-jam pressure!”“Bro, I’m at 42 psi cold and getting an extra mpg!”“You’re gonna kill your tires and ride like
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For new overlanders, especially first-timers heading out into the backcountry or taking multi-state adventures, one of the most common questions is simple: Do I really need a powered refrigerator, or will a good cooler get the job done? The short answer: Both work. The right choice depends entirely on how you travel, how often you
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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
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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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