DIY/How To
Bilstein B8 TerraSport Installation: The Ultimate Suspension Upgrade for Subaru Crosstrek and CUV Overlanders
Discover how Bilstein’s B8 TerraSport suspension transforms Subaru Crosstreks and other CUVs with improved ride quality, ground clearance, and off-road performance. Perfect for adventurers seeking a real lift solution.
First Look
2024 Lexus GX 550 First Drive Review: A Boxy Redesign with Off-Road Upgrades
Discover the all-new 2024 Lexus GX 550 with its rugged new design, twin-turbo V6 engine, and impressive off-road features. Is it ready to challenge the Land Rover Defender? Read our first drive impressions now.
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Off-Road Travel TV Partners With Overland Expo For 2025 Events
Off-Road Travel TV and Overland Expo have entered a multi-faceted agreement that will see the two companies work together to grow off-road travel and overlanding through coordinated editorial, marketing and promotional efforts.
King Of The Hammers Announces Optima Batteries As Title Sponsor And Ford Performance As Presenting Sponsor For 2025
The 2025 OPTIMA King of the Hammers presented by Ford Performance will take place in Johnson Valley Jan. 23 – Feb. 8, 2025
The ADV Cannonball Motorcycle Rally: A Cross-Country Adventure Specifically for Moto Enthusiasts
A mix of curated riding roads and a checkpoint rally for the ultimate cannonball run, ADV moto style.
Win the Ultimate Adventure Rig While Helping Fund a Clinical Trial for Retinitis Pigmentosa Childhood Blindness with A Race Against Blindness!
A Race Against Blindness is on its 9th vehicle fundraiser and 2nd with renowned adventure vehicle builder Rossmönster to raise funds for medical research into a therapy for retinitis pigmentosa caused by Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS) – a devastating cause of childhood blindness.
Storyteller Overland Introduces the 170” CREW MODE: More Space, More Adventure
Storyteller Overland, the world’s most all-encompassing overland vehicle and adventure-ready lifestyle company, is moving boldly into the 170” wheelbase Mercedes-Benz Sprinter market with its launch of the all new CREW MODE.
PRP Seats Unveils the All-New Contour Suspension Seat
Premier Racing Products (PRP) is proud to introduce the next generation of suspension seat design with the Contour, a fresh and modern take on the classic suspension seat, designed to elevate comfort, safety, and performance for off-road driving
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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OVR: Outdoor Vehicle Recreation - Project LC100: First Trail Run In Our Budget Toyota Land Cruiser
”A 300,000-mile LC100 is not going to come with a warranty so be aware that going the budget route is not without its risks.”
Pack Mules And Thoroughbreds: We Go Overlanding With A Herd Of Broncos
Experience the ultimate overlanding adventure with Ford’s Bronco Off-Road Adventures. Join us as we explore Moab, Telluride, and the San Juan Mountains in the capable Bronco Raptor. Discover curated trails, elevated camping, and breathtaking views.
Rovicon V: Joining the Northern California Land Rover Club for the Annual Rubicon Adventure
When I received an invite from friend Jesse Coombs to ride shotgun in his D90, I said, “Sure, sounds awesome.” What I didn’t know was that we would be joined by several dozen members of the Northern California Land Rover Club (NCLR). The cause for this rendezvous was their fifth annual Rovicon Adventure.
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2024 Lexus GX 550 First Drive Review: A Boxy Redesign with Off-Road Upgrades
Discover the all-new 2024 Lexus GX 550 with its rugged new design, twin-turbo V6 engine, and impressive off-road features. Is it ready to challenge the Land Rover Defender? Read our first drive impressions now.
Reviving a Legend: Inside Roy Wallace’s Restored & Upgraded 1962 Jeep Forward Control FC-170
Discover the incredible journey of Roy Wallace’s 1962 Jeep Forward Control FC-170 restoration. Blending vintage charm with modern performance, this off-road legend is built for adventure. Explore its history, specs, and upgrades.
2025 Volkswagen Taos: Is VW’s Compact Crossover Up for Adventure?
Discover the refreshed 2025 VW Taos AWD: improved power, off-road capability, spacious interior, and standout features for light-duty adventures. Is it right for you?
2022 Ford Ranger XLT Overland Build: Customized for Adventure
OVR was invited to take this 2022 Ford Ranger out and we weren’t about to turn that offer down. We spent a long weekend camping in it and doing some light wheeling at Holcomb Valley in Big Bear, California. Let’s take a closer look at this pickup and its upgrades.
Real-Life Comparison: 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz EV from North America vs. the 2024 ID. Buzz Pro German-Market Model
Being a traditionalist, one might spring for a new Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro, Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, or an INEOS Grenadier as their ideal adventure rig.
Full-Size Adventurers: 2025 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe SUVs
We traveled to Dallas, Texas to test Chevrolet’s latest full-size truck-based SUVs, the refreshed 2025 Suburban and 2025 Tahoe.
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.
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.
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s Mission to Preserve Public Lands for Outdoor Recreation
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative focuses on protecting public lands for the future of outdoor and motorized recreation and provides funds for projects that work toward keeping public land available for fun and adventure.
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.
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.
Nope Rope: How to Avoid Venomous Snakes and What to Do If You Couldn’t
As the temperatures go up, the likelihood of encountering a snake while outdoors also rises. Knowing what to do on the trail and at the campsite if you ever are faced with a snake can save a life, even your own.
Elevate Your Camp Cooking with Spyderco’s Murray Carter Collection of Culinary Knives
For camping enthusiasts who love the art of outdoor cooking, having the right tools can make all the difference. Spyderco’s Murray Carter Collection of culinary knives is designed to meet that need, bringing the precision of traditional Japanese bladesmithing into the wild.
Tested: Sea to Summit Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Dinnerware Set and Frontier Ultralight Cutlery Set
We spent the summer with Sea to Summit’s Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Dinnerware Set and Frontier Ultralight Cutlery Set to see how they stack up against the competition.
Cook Easier, Eat Better: Tips and Tricks to Make Camp Cooking Go the Extra Mile with Gon Dirtin
Linhbergh of Gon Dirtin (and Gon Cookin) shares few things he’s learned about cooking at camp in years of traveling on the road. Some may come as a surprise and others are just common sense.
Gear
Technology
Starlink Mini vs. Standard Gen 3: The Best Satellite Internet for Overlanding Adventurers
Discover how Starlink Mini revolutionizes overland internet with portability, efficiency, and flexibility. Compare it to the Standard Gen 3 dish to find the best option for your off-grid adventures.
Vehicle Gear
Getting to Know Dirtbox Overland: Modular Overland Solutions for Adventurers
Discover Dirtbox Overland, a modular overland gear innovator founded by engineers Jay Couch and Tao Guo. From flatbed conversions to canopy campers, their lightweight, durable, and versatile products are designed to grow with your adventures.
Vehicle Gear
Discount Tire’s Treadwell Research Park: How the Tire Retailer Tests All Its Tires In An Effort To Put Buyers in The Right Rubber
Discover how Discount Tire tests tires at Treadwell Research Park, a 900-acre facility in Texas. Learn about their rigorous on- and off-road evaluations, the Treadwell tool, and how it helps match drivers with the perfect tire.
Vehicle Gear
Review: Novsight Cyber 6-inch LED Pods Are Tailored For Off-Road Adventures
The Novsight Cyber 6-inch LED Pods offers your vehicle a blend of robust design, versatile lighting modes and high-performance illumination tailored for your off-road adventures.
Pocket Gear
ORTLIEB 34L Duffle RG Review: Waterproof, Durable, and Perfect for Adventure Travel
ORTLIEB has long been known for its durable wares like waterproof backpacks, bags, camera bags, and luggage—and the 34L Duffle RG is no exception. Let’s see if its smaller size stands up to the demands of cross-country multi-weeklong travels.
Gear
Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack Review: Redesign, Features, and Performance
Cotopaxi’s backpacks aren’t the least expensive on the market. But you get what you pay for. Our Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack review reveals why it may be a great fit for your needs.
Starlink Mini vs. Standard Gen 3: The Best Satellite Internet for Overlanding Adventurers
Getting to Know Dirtbox Overland: Modular Overland Solutions for Adventurers
Discount Tire’s Treadwell Research Park: How the Tire Retailer Tests All Its Tires In An Effort To Put Buyers in The Right Rubber
Review: Novsight Cyber 6-inch LED Pods Are Tailored For Off-Road Adventures
ORTLIEB 34L Duffle RG Review: Waterproof, Durable, and Perfect for Adventure Travel
Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack Review: Redesign, Features, and Performance