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Overland Expo East Returns to Arrington, VA, October 3–5, 2025

The East Coast’s premier overlanding event brings adventure, education, and community to Oak Ridge Estate in Virginia.

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Vehicle Gear

Rhino-Rack Backbone and Pioneer platform expand Wrangler cargo capacity

Jeep Wranglers lack interior space, but Rhino-Rack’s Backbone and Pioneer platform system offers a complete roof rack solution that maximizes cargo capacity while maintaining the ability to remove Freedom Panels and hardtops.

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    Overland Expo East 2025 Schedule Released

    The complete schedule for Overland Expo East 2025 is now available, featuring 275 session-hours of programming with 250+ classes and activities from 50+ global experts at Oak Ridge Estate in Virginia, October 3-5.

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    COBB Tuning unlocks +55 HP for F-150 Raptor

    COBB Tuning announces expanded Accessport support for 2023 F-150 Raptor and updated support for 2021-2022 models, featuring convenient OBD-based ECU unlock and performance gains of up to 55 horsepower with Stage 1 maps.

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    MOORE Expo 2026 Returns to Springfield This April

    The Midwest’s largest overlanding and off-road event returns to Springfield, Missouri on April 17-18, 2026, featuring 200+ brands, hands-on education, and authentic community connections that define heartland adventure culture.

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    Sunco’s Pre-Assembled Screws Revolutionize Build Efficiency

    A Japanese fastener specialist with 75+ years of experience has launched a solution to one of overlanding’s hidden time-wasters: the humble screw-and-washer assembly.

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    RAYS Expands HOMURA 2x9L-RA Wheel Line for Off-Road Vehicles

    RAYS is expanding its premium HOMURA wheel lineup with new sizes of the 2x9L-RA specifically designed for popular off-road vehicles including the Jimny Sierra, Jimny Nomad, Hilux, and Triton, available in three distinct finishes.

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    Pelican Launches Emergency Prep Kits for Disaster Readiness

    Pelican Products has unveiled PELICAN PREPARE, a comprehensive line of emergency preparedness kits and document cases designed for evacuation and shelter-in-place scenarios, combining their legendary durability with expertly curated essentials from preparedness experts Redfora.

Trips & Trails
Trips & Trails

ROAD TRIP: From The Desert To The Mountains: Driving San Bernardino National Forest’s Burns Canyon Road

”It’s also a popular place for drivers to shakedown their newly built rides or for those who want to try out their latest mods in a less extreme environment. It was the perfect place for us to take our recently acquired OVR project vehicle, a 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser, to ...

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Experiencing Bronco Off-Roadeo Tennessee

Experience Bronco Off-Roadeo Tennessee is the latest hands-on driving adventure for Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport owners. Learn off-road skills, recovery techniques, and vehicle features while navigating the scenic Smoky Mountains.

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Pushing Beyond Boundaries: Piloting Can-Am Maverick X3s for International Female Ride Day

It’s about pushing beyond boundaries and trying something different. I put myself out there recently and drove a 2024 Can-Am Maverick X3 RS in the Sonoran Desert to help celebrate the 18th-annual International Female Ride Day, held May 4, 2024.

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OVR Adventures: Death Valley, Black Rock Desert, Mono Lake, Mojave, and Grand Canyon: Parashant National Monument

Four Points Adventures is permitted to guide trips in Death Valley, Mojave National Preserve, Black Rock Desert, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, and the Inyo National Forest.

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When You Got To Go, You Got To Go: A Look At An Overlanding Restroom Setup

Explore how a portable overland restroom setup adds comfort, privacy, and convenience while helping you follow Leave No Trace principles on every trip.

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Cold Weather Camping Tips: Stay Warm with Just a Tent and a Backpack

Master cold weather camping with our guide to layering, campsite selection, and winter survival tips. Stay warm, dry, and safe on your next outdoor adventure.

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iKamper’s CAMPOUT is Back for 2024

CAMPOUT—iKamper’s annual community celebration—is shaping up to be another weekend of great food, offroading, live music and sleeping under the stars. 

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Make Pizza Anywhere with Solo Stove’s Propane Powered Pi Prime Oven

Cook perfect pizzas outdoors with Solo Stove’s Pi Prime. This compact, durable propane oven is ideal for camping, tailgating, and backyard adventures.

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KINTO’s Unveils FORIS Enameled Tableware for Home & Camp

KINTO USA has launched FORIS, an all-new enameled stainless steel tableware collection blending your home kitchen essentials with your outdoor adventures.

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Full Windsor Magware: Tested, Tough, and Magnetic

Discover the Full Windsor Magware Magnetic Bowls, Plates, and Cutlery Double Set—durable, lightweight, and perfect for overlanding. Read our full review on its stackable design, high-quality materials, and real-world performance in the wild.