Overlanding and Offroad articles

Choosing between the 2026 Land Cruiser vs 4Runner comes down to price, powertrain, and how often you hit the trail. Both Toyota off-road SUVs share a platform and a 6,000-pound tow rating, yet they target different buyers. This Land Cruiser vs 4Runner comparison breaks down specs, trims, and value...

The Dinosaur North travel management plan puts hundreds of miles of public-land routes near Vernal, Utah, on the table. The Bureau of Land Management released a draft designating roughly 700 miles of routes as open, limited, or closed. Because the public comment window closes July 23, 2026, off-roaders have...

Quick Facts: Product: Tripod Torch Kit (compact propane fire pit) Packed size: 10 x 8 x 3 inches Weight: about 6 pounds with shields Heat output: radiant heat over 1,000°F with shields Fuel: propane, works with 3 to 40 lb tanks Burn time: 10 to 15 hours per 20...

Quick Facts: Question: Does Starlink work in bad weather? Short answer: Yes. Rain, snow, and wind trim speed briefly, yet the link stays up in most storms. Rain impact: Heavy rain cut median download speed about 38% in a 2025 peer-reviewed test, while availability held above 98.5%. Snow handling:...

What it is really like to date a Jeep owner Let me set the scene. You meet someone. They are charming. They have good teeth and a steady job. Then they walk you to the parking lot and you see it sitting there on 37s, doors off, a rubber duck...

Quick Facts: Trail: Utah High Desert Trail (proposed) Length: About 810 miles under the preferred Alternative B Counties: Box Elder, Tooele, Juab, Millard, Beaver, Iron, Washington Managing agency: Bureau of Land Management, Utah State Office Review status: Draft Environmental Assessment; public comment closed June 16, 2026 Trail type: Existing...

Quick Facts: Event: Overland Expo Pacific Northwest 2026 Dates: June 26-28, 2026 (Fri 9-5, Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3) Location: Deschutes County Expo Center, Redmond, Oregon Exhibitors: 300+ overland, camping, and moto brands Classes: 175+ sessions from 120+ instructors On-site camping: Yes, rustic festival-style field Best for: Anyone within driving...

Quick Verdict: Dutch oven chocolate lava cake feeds 8 overlanders with a devil's food cake mix baked around a molten hot fudge center. First, mix chocolate cake batter using the box instructions plus an extra egg. Next, swirl 1 cup of hot fudge into the center. Finally, bake at...

Quick Verdict: After cooking and scoring all nine, my favorite Peak Refuel meal is the Biscuits & Sausage Gravy (about $14.99), a perfect 5 out of 5 and the best camp breakfast I have eaten. For dinner, the Sweet Pork & Rice (about $14.99) leads at 4.8 out of...

Quick Facts: Package: Proud to Honor (Super Duty) Model year: 2027 Eligible models: F-250, F-350, F-450 Eligible trims: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum (limits apply) Wheels: Black forged aluminum; 19.5-inch on dually models Base paint: Black only Warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile supplemental Cause: Portion of proceeds to military families Availability:...