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Announcing a New Book: The Overlander’s Wife – A Survival Guide

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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Solo Trips Aren’t Lonely: Finding Clarity and God in the Quiet

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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Hot Take Tuesday: Cheap Gear, Expensive Experiences

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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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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