Latest from the Trail
Practical Bronco overlanding guides, trail-tested gear, and simple power math.
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You Don’t Have to Travel Far to Get Lost
This one hit a little closer to home. There was a search near Dayton, Virginia, that made its way through a lot of the local groups. Not some remote, middle-of-nowhere location. Shenandoah Valley. The kind of place most of us would consider a normal day outside. That’s exactly why it matters. Because situations like this…
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First Aid for Overlanding
What to Carry, How to Choose It, and Why It Matters Most people spend a lot of time building their vehicle before they spend any time thinking about medical gear. Armor, lift kits, lighting, fridges, roof racks, recovery boards. All of that gets attention. Meanwhile the “first aid kit” ends up being a bargain pack…
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I Haven’t Written in a While. That’s Fine.
I haven’t posted a new trip report or gear write-up in a bit. That’s not because overlanding stopped. It’s because life showed up with a clipboard and a list of things that needed fixing. Most of the last few months were spent working, maintaining vehicles, reorganizing gear, and addressing problems that only exist because I…
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Winter Overlanding: What Actually Works When the Temperature Drops
Winter overlanding exposes every weak link in your setup. Cold drains batteries, moisture creeps into everything, and recovery gets serious fast. After learning hard lessons up at Bridgeport’s Mountain Warfare Training Center, I break down what actually works in freezing conditions and how to keep your rig capable, comfortable, and honest when the temperature drops.
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The Real Cost of Overlanding
The Real Cost of Overlanding Everyone loves the idea of hitting the road, living out of the rig, and waking up to mountain views. But the part you don’t see on Instagram is the gas receipts, the busted bolts, and the parts bill that shows up two weeks later. Overlanding’s freedom isn’t free. Here’s what…
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Can You Still Overland on Federal Land During a Government Shutdown?
Can you still overland when the federal government shuts down? The answer is yes, sometimes. While some national parks close gates and pause services, many BLM and Forest Service lands remain open but unattended. Here’s what that means for overlanders, how to plan safely, and what to expect on the trail during a shutdown.