We've all seen the YouTube videos of people talking about the 5 things they hate about their Jeep or the 3 things they hate about a piece of gear. Well, that gave me an idea to talk through 3 things that I hate about the hobby of overlanding. This will be part 1 of a 2 part series (second part, 3 things I love about overlanding drops next Sunday) where I'll lay out some of the downsides to the overlanding hobby and also 3 of the things that keep me coming back for more. So, check out the full episode, hop over to YouTube or my other social media channels (linked below) to leave your thoughts ..read more

In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to talk a bit about how people, regardless of their budget for buying rigs or gear, are out of control and actively discouraging people from wanting to join the hobby of overlanding. This isn't an indictment or a scolding, but rather a discussion of how it's happening, some of the ways that we're allowing it to happen, and ultimately, how I think we can come together to fix it. Check out the full episode and hop over to Facebook or Instagram to join the conversation wherever you hang out! A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my ..read more

In this video/podcast, I'm going to walk you completely through my unpacking, gear shifting, and repacking process. If you're looking for ideas and/or tips for optimizing your gear storage, especially in a drawer system, this episode will have tons of value for you. I'll walk you through what I've carried in my drawers for the last 8 months, what I've learned that could have made my setup better, and what I'm doing going forward. Make sure to subscribe for more overlanding content like this! Here are links to of the products mentioned in this video: Packing Bags: https://amzn.to/4aaI2Cy Vevor ..read more

In this week's episode, I'm going to talk a bit about the real costs of Overlanding. It's something I think a lot of people underestimate, but the dollars can add up quickly if you're not careful and aware of falling into some of the common traps with buying Overlanding gear and vehicles. I'll walk you through the importance of deciding what type of trips you're going to take, which vehicle you want to build out, and then how much comfort and convenience you want in your build. I'll give you some real world numbers based on my experience so you can get a better idea of the true cost of Overla ..read more

In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to run you through the basics of solar power and it's uses for overlanding. I see people asking lots of questions in overlanding and camping groups and forums, so while I'm no electrician, I've been using solar for the last 4 or 5 years and I've learned a lot. I was in the same place as a lot of us 5 years ago where solar seemed really intimidating and scary, but once I got into it, it's really pretty straightforward and there are so many valuable uses that it's a powerful tool for your overlanding build. As I mention in the video, here are a co ..read more

? Overlanding 101: How to Choose the Best Overland Vehicle for You ? In this comprehensive guide, I'll break down some essential tips and factors to consider when choosing the perfect overlanding vehicle for your adventures. Whether you're a seasoned overlander or a beginner looking to dive into the world of off-grid exploration, this video is your roadmap to selecting the ultimate overland vehicle for you while saving time and money. ? Key Topics Covered: ?️ Starting with what you already own: It's easy to fall into the trap of running out to buy the new hottest vehicle and getting into ov ..read more

In this episode of the podcast, I'm going to talk about what I think are the next 3 big trends that will either start or continue throughout 2024. Now that Overlanding has become a bigger thing in the United States, what will happen with the industry? What will happen with the types and quantity of modifications for our vehicles or gear for camping? A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my favorite tires):  http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions):  https://bit.ly/3rt1ZiB Northology Adventures (Sign up for their FREE monthly magaz ..read more

In today's episode of the podcast, I wanted to make something that's hopefully interesting for everyone, but especially my Nissan folks. Nissan applied for some patents in early January of 2024 for a passthrough from a truck cab into the truck bed as well as essentially a bed rack with removable top, sides, and rear panels. I originally saw the article on this website if you want to check out the whole thing: https://pickuptrucktalk.com/2024/01/soft-top-with-a-pass-through-next-gen-nissan-frontier-patent-is-wild/ So, in today's episode, I'm going to talk about how Nissan has always been weird ..read more

In this week's episode of the podcast, I saw an article (link: https://www.ordealist.com/overlanding-statistics/) that talks about the Overlanding trend being on the decline. It sights some interesting stats from Google search volume, Overland Expo attendance, and more to make its case. In this episode, I'm going to talk through that, my interpretation of the data, some trends I've seen, and my final thoughts on what I think is happening with Overlanding. Is it becoming less popular or is something else at play in the data? Check out the full episode for all the info and hop over to All Things ..read more

In this episode of the podcast, I wanted to tackle the topic of YouTubers and gear reviews head on. As a channel that does quite a few gear videos, it's something I see a lot in comments on my videos, in Facebook groups, and pretty much everywhere. Can you trust YouTubers when they talk about gear? Watch the full video for all the info, but let me just say that if you pay attention, you'll notice that I very seldom call anything a "gear review." To me, a gear review is something that is based on using a product in a variety of conditions for a long period of time. Also, if there's any bias (su ..read more