Alex Schult

I'm a veteran, outdoor enthusiast, long-time photographer, real estate agent, and proud father. Growing up, I spent countless weekends camping with my family, building a love for the outdoors that stuck with me — though college pulled me away from it for a stretch. I reconnected with camping when I moved to California in 1997, and over the past nine years I've gone all-in on overlanding and off-roading, combining my passion for adventure, gear, and photography into a lifestyle I now can't live without. That journey led me to found 4WDTalk — a place for folks like you to get honest, experience-based insights about everything from rooftop tents to recovery gear. Let's hit the trail together — and have some fun doing it.

Ford Bronco Pickup: Canceled, Coming, or Wishful Thinking?

Quick Verdict: The Ford Bronco pickup was reported by MotorTrend in July 2020 as a 2025 model meant to fight the Jeep Gladiator. By...

Planning Remote Overland Routes: The Tech and Gear That Keep You Self-Sufficient

You can plan the perfect route, pack the right food, and still end up stranded if your gear isn't built for what the backcountry...

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Hits One Million Sales Milestone

Quick Facts: The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and Gladiator Rubicon hit 1,000,000 units sold globally as of April 29, 2026. Jeep announced the milestone from...

James Baroud Evasion Review: Hands-On at Spirit of 1876

Quick Verdict: The James Baroud Evasion is one of the best-built pop-up hardshell rooftop tents on the market, with a 4-layer fiberglass shell built...

Top Brands You Can’t Miss at Overland Mountain West Expo 2026

Overland Expo West is one of those events I look forward to every year. There’s just something special about being surrounded by people who...

Best Midsize Overland Truck 2026: 6 Trucks Ranked

Quick Verdict: Edmunds named five best midsize off-road trucks for 2026, but the list misses one truck overlanders should know about: the Ineos Grenadier...

Scout vs Rivian R1T: Full 2026 Truck Comparison

Quick Verdict: In the Scout vs Rivian R1T fight, the Rivian R1T is here today with up to 420 miles of range, 11,000 pounds...

Sonmez Maxia 480 Review: My Honest 3-Year Test

Quick Verdict: After three years of owning the Sonmez Maxia 480 inflatable hot tent, my unit has leaked air since the first night I...