Overlanding and Offroad articles

When I think of the most unusual campers of all time, I think of the old Top Gear episode in which Jeremy, Richard, and James made campers out of a Citroen, a Land Rover, and a Lotus, respectively: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7g08nwEmyY Granted, these campers weren't exactly usable. But they certainly were strange. Well, a new camper...

photo by ImagineGolf via iStock Worn out parts can lead to an expensive bill or your trip ending early. Such issues are inevitable; however, if you know what to check you can minimize the frequency of necessary repairs.  In this article, we are going over the parts that tend to wear...

Photo by Voyagerix via iStock When you head out on overlanding adventures that last days, weeks, months, or even years, you need to have reliable power. Since you won't always have access to shore power at a campground, this means having a bulletproof solar power system on your overlanding rig. So...

Photo by Nick Clark via iStock Whether your trip is a weekend, a week, a month, or longer, there are certain skills you need for overlanding. Obviously, you need to be competent behind the wheel and have some measure of navigational skills (including the ability to read a map and use...

 photo by JackF via iStock No one likes breaking stuff on their beloved rig. It usually turns into a very expensive repair and may even leave you stranded in the middle of nowhere.  Parts don’t just break though. As soon as we become aware of the circumstances in which failures start...

Photo by yes via iStock Off-roading and overlanding can really rack up the expenses. But that doesn't mean that there aren't ways to trim costs and still enjoy yourself... One of the most significant cost-saving measures you can undertake is buying a used 4WD vehicle. Whether it's a Jeep or Land...

photo by stockstudioX via iStock You may think that using a fridge or an icebox is straightforward, and you’d be right. However, with some tips and tricks, you can store stuff more efficiently while also helping your fridge or icebox last longer.  In today’s article we are going to cover those...

photo by AscentXmedia via iStock Fuel can many times be an issue when overlanding. The adequate amount should be carried to ensure the distance we need to cover off-road is doable. One of the best ways to spend more time off-road and less time in fuel stations is learning how...

One of the first modifications I made to my Jeep Gladiator was to upgrade the wheels and tires. I wanted a tire that would give me the ultimate in off-road performance, but also something that wouldn't rattle me to death or make a ton of road noise as I drive...

photo by DannerB via iStock 4WD recoveries should be taken seriously. The forces involved can exceed several tons and the last thing you want is a tow hitch going right through your window. To avoid that, you could follow some 4WD training, but sadly, it doesn’t exist. Your best friend here...