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After years spent searching, I think I’ve found it: the ideal tool kit to keep in your vehicle
Matt Mendes is inspiring the new spirit of fly fishing
Bryan Rogala Tours a Renovated Camper
From electric off-roaders to heavy-duty trucks for towing trailers
Bryan Rogala reviews the AOR Sierra
Bryan Rogala reviews a Can-Am Defender
Bryan Rogala reviews the Leitner Forged Active Cargo System, Decked Drawers, and CargoGlide
Bryan Rogala gets a tour of Brian Smith’s latest van build
Whether you’re on a road trip, in an off-roading competition, or rescuing marine wildlife, the Defender is the vehicle for the job
Prepare to have your heartstrings tugged
The new Kia EV feels roomy, looks stylish, and can go for 274 miles per charge
Brooks Laich and Chris Davenport took on an off-roading competition together, and here's how it went
The Raptor R is the ultimate expression of truck as toy, the perfect way to bookend the era of internal-combustion-engine super trucks
Studs or chains? LTs or P-metrics? Here's everything you need to know to find the perfect flexible, grippy tires—no matter the weather conditions.
Meet one of the winners of the 2021 Defender Service Awards—and the rescue vehicle that helps them get the work done
A new crop of resources and products is taking the guesswork out of DIY adventure vehicles
Will you want one after reading this review of the Hitchfire Ledge? Probably.
This four-season, ultralight truck camper is designed to go anywhere, anytime
Bryan Rogala walks us through his new truck camper’s water system, including the Geyser hot water heater
This four-season, ultralight truck camper is designed to go anywhere, anytime
We took the new rig on an off-roading backcountry camping trip. You could say it went well.
And everything you need to know to build your own kit
I added comfort, safety, convenience, and cold drinks with these unexpected additions. Here's how you can, too.
The 2024 Jeep Recon will be 100 percent electric and capable of completing the Rubicon Trail
Need to haul a bunch of gear? These devices make it easy.
Bryan Rogala gets a tour of the AEON-RV at Overland Expo West
Bryan Rogala shares his thoughts on the SkinnyGuy truck camper, which he reviewed for this year’s Gear Guide
Bryan Rogala gets a tour of the TetonX Hybrid Trailer at Overland Expo West
Travel safely by upgrading your car or truck’s most essential tool
It’s the only midsize pickup truck that genuinely gives you everything you want and need
One man’s quixotic journey into vehicle safety for dogs
How to turn unexpected problems into easy solutions the next time you go off-grid
As overlanding has exploded in popularity, these companies come up with increasingly inventive camping gadgets
Pack strategically and you’ll be able to stay out longer than you ever thought possible
We tracked down everything from old-school DIY projects to cutting-edge all-electric builds
In honor of National Overlanding Month we’re bringing you the ultimate sweepstakes to fully kit out your adventure mobile
"Off-road" and "on-road" are a thing of the past. The Tundra is all-road.
What to buy and what to avoid if you don’t want to pay the insane markups on new and used cars this summer
Hit the road prepared for anything, without sacrificing cargo space
We took the world’s first electric super truck off-roading to find out what it could do
When life started feeling a little stale for writer Graham Averill, he went out in search of a new hobby. He found it in his Toyoya 4Runner, which he’s been converting into his very own adventure vehicle.
The Pando 2.0 is cleverly designed, well-insulated, and comes with not one, but two refrigerators. Just in case.
The problem with current off-road EVs is that they’re anything but practical. So we dreamed up one that is.
The iconic footwear’s contoured footbed is finally fit for any outdoor pursuit
Enzy campers are huge—which makes them extremely popular among hunters. But Bryan Rogala thinks the space inside an Enzy is a blank canvas perfect for a variety of adventure sports.
Bryan Rogala introduces his latest project: a four-season truck camper he’s turning into the ultimate ski-camping rig
What American off-road enthusiasts can learn from the culture of regulation and responsibility down under
Wes Siler compares all-season tires against the trusted Bridgestone Blizzak. The results speak for themselves.
The technology promises more performance, but limited by stock reflector housings, it fails to deliver
Sometimes the best trails are the ones you can easily access
With prices starting at $40,000, the Hummer-based truck will help take zero-emissions 4x4’s mainstream
Wes Siler runs through some key items all drivers should keep in their car during the winter
Bryan Rogala takes a Dave and Matt Van for a spin
Modern cars are loaded with technology to get us out of sticky situations. Car and truck expert Wes Siler explains exactly what you should be using.
Taxa is known for building small, lightweight trailers with a NASA-like design, and the Mantis is the largest version it offers
Kitty litter, sand, floor mats—there are tons of DIY options people swear by when it comes to getting vehicles out of a tricky situation. But do they work as well as Maxtrax? We tested them all to find out.
Winter needn’t send your overlanding setup into hibernation. Here’s what you need and where to go.
This new Ford Ranger is on its way to becoming the ultimate adventure vehicle
Watch as the champion ski racer takes on an entirely new kind of competition—behind the wheel of a Land Rover Defender
Your 4x4’s dashboard displays a bunch of buttons that you probably don’t know how to use. Here’s your guide.
Leatherman makes the perfect multi-tool for each type of outdoor enthusiast.
It’s finally gay to drive green
Bryan Rogala’s friends Ben and Sasha built a van loaded with some ingenious features that make life on the road a breeze
For the past 25 years, Land Rover’s TRĕK event has tested the adventure and off-roading skills of its employees. This year, ski-racing champion Lindsey Vonn and team crashed the party.
What happens when you put ski racing's fiercest competitor behind the wheel of a Land Rover Defender at the company's annual TRĕK event? We found out.
Bryan Rogala demonstrates how to add a portable propane water heater to any rig
It’s a great truck—even with zero modifications
We combed the event for the most unique and badass builds
Wes Siler takes you inside the automaker’s newest offering
The new Tundra is not the old Tundra. It’s now a much more sophisticated, complex truck.
Seven pieces of gear to upgrade any adventure rig
People are earning unprecedented amounts of money loaning out their cars on this app. Here’s how you can, too.
Bryan Rogala meets up with his buddy David Silver to delve into the details of the flexible solar panel he installed on his Timberleaf Pika teardrop trailer
More people are buying vehicles that allow them to visit national parks, car-camp, and get farther into the backcountry. But what does this mean for the future of the outdoor industry and the planet?
Lightweight, simple, and highly functional, the Pika from Timberleaf is a great option for anyone looking for an adventurous teardrop that can be pulled behind a wide range of vehicles
There are more people than ever exploring our nation’s backcountry roads. People like Marcus Trusty are helping keep them clean, safe, and open.
The Flying Cloud 30FB Office oozes quality, but it’s not immune to the bumps in the road
Ready to hit the road in your RV? Here are some valuable tips to get you started.
Bryan Rogala meets up with Outside’s marketing art director, Julia Walley, and her husband, Chris, and gets a tour of their Sprinter van’s garage