Overlanding and Offroad articles

Quick Facts: Product: James Baroud Evasion Fiberglass Hardshell (made in Portugal) Sizes: S, M, and XL (sleeps 2, 2 to 3, or 4) Weight: 134 to 163 lbs depending on size Mattress: 65 mm (2.5 in) high-density foam Shell: 4-layer fiberglass with UV coating Setup: Under 1 minute, clamshell...

I've been camping and overlanding most of my life. Over the decades, I've run the full spectrum - from sleeping in a bivy sack on frozen ground to rooftop tents to truck bed campers to full trailer rigs. I've done the heavy builds. I've had the impressive setups that...

Quick Facts: Topic: The eight powertrains competing to replace gas and diesel in off-road trucks Front-runner today: The electric off-road vehicle, led by Rivian, Hummer EV and the Cybertruck Most production-ready bridge: Extended-range EV (EREV), such as the Ram 1500 Ramcharger and Scout Terra Longest-range bet: Hydrogen fuel cell,...

Quick Facts: News: Mitsubishi will enter the U.S. midsize pickup segment and revive the Pajero Pickup platform: Next-generation Nissan Frontier frame architecture Build location: A Nissan U.S. plant (Canton, Mississippi) Pickup timing: Tied to the Frontier redesign expected around 2028 Pajero base: Mitsubishi Triton ladder-frame, built in Thailand Pajero...

Quick Facts: Campground: Pine Cliff, formerly Pine Cliff Resort Location: June Lake Loop, Inyo National Forest, California Size: Reported around 13 acres on the north shore of June Lake Status: Phased reopening planned, pending U.S. Forest Service approval Reopening stages: Store and showers, then dry camping, then full RV...

Quick Facts: Product: ICECO VL45 PLUS portable fridge/freezer Capacity: 44.4QT (42L), fits upright 2L bottles Headline feature: World's first 3-way access design Insulation: Vacuum Insulated Panels, 2.8-inch walls Temperature range: 0°F to 50°F (-18°C to 10°C) Control: Onboard panel, Bluetooth app, Apple CarPlay Power: AC/DC, ICECO magnetic battery compatible ...

Quick Facts: Vehicle: Slate EV truck (Blank Slate base trim) Range (stated): 150 miles standard pack, 240 miles extended pack Drivetrain: Single rear motor, 201 hp, rear-wheel drive only Towing (stated): About 1,000 lb Payload (stated): About 1,400 lb Bed: 5 ft, compact two-door body Price (target): Mid-twenties, roughly...

Quick Facts: Vehicle: Rivian R2, five-seat midsize electric SUV Delivery start: June 9, 2026 Launch trim: R2 Performance with Launch Package Launch price: Around $58,000 as configured Range (preliminary est.): Up to 345 miles Ground clearance: 9.6 inches Towing: Up to 4,400 pounds Built in: Normal, Illinois Best for:...

Quick Facts: Vehicles: GMC Hummer X concept truck and SUV Class: Midsize, all-electric Truck approach/departure/breakover: 41.5 / 29.7 / 24.9 degrees SUV approach/departure/breakover: 44 / 46 / 30.9 degrees Ground clearance: 12.5 in (truck), 13.2 in (SUV) Tires: 35 in Goodyear (truck), 37 in Goodyear (SUV) Powertrain: Electric, low...

Quick Facts: Topic: Setting up a bell tent for the first time Skill level: Beginner friendly Time required: 30 to 40 minutes (first pitch), 12 to 15 minutes (experienced) Featured tent: Elk Mountain Yukon Bell Tent, 16 ft Floor space: 201 sq ft (16.3 ft diameter) Weight: 95 lbs...