U.S. Customs Crushes Land Rover Defender

I hope you’re not a fan of Defenders.  If so, you probably don’t want to watch this video.
In Baltimore last week, the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol sadly destroyed a Land Rover Defender 110 which it seized in April after discovering that it had been altered to appear...
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Tips on Tools for Overland Travel

Tool brand and quality is a big debate between professional mechanics. However, it seems to be an afterthought among many novice vehicle-dependent travelers.
When it comes to an overland travel, we often get caught up in the dream of that perfect camp spot at the end of a rough track. Rarely...
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The blue vinyl table is dead!

A few years ago on a long road trip, Roseann and I opted for convenience over our usual preference for solitude, and stopped for the night in a developed campground: picnic tables, barbecues, flat sites, perfectly symmetrical pine trees—actually…

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Keys to Gauging Overlanding Vehicle Reliability

This article is part of a series titled  Selecting the Perfect Overland Travel Vehicle.

 
Watching this really jogged my brain back into action on this series.  A half-million miles total, with about 125,000 of them off-pavement?  And not one significant breakdown?...
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Ten Apps for Exploring the Great Outdoors

This summer I’ve been on the lookout for apps and activities that will keep the kid’s minds and bodies active.  I found quite a few and they’re great for explorers of all ages, so whether you’re traveling or looking for something to do in your own backyard, these...
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Vehicle Performance is Paramount

This article is part of a series titled Selecting the Perfect Overland Travel Vehicle. Vehicle performance will have an impact on every trip you take.  Anyone who has spent time behind the wheel of a heavily-laden Vanagon has a story to tell about being passed by an old lady on...
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How Much Off-Road Capability Can I Live Without?

This article is part of a series titled Selecting the Perfect Overland Travel Vehicle. Overland travel, or overlanding, is not the same as a road trip.  Although improved roads, highways, and [gasp!] interstates will undoubtedly be part of each of our travels at some time or...
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The Three Must-Knows of Travel Vehicle Economics

This article is part of a series titled Selecting the Perfect Overland Travel Vehicle. So you’ve narrowed down the field to just a couple of options and now you’re ready to pull the trigger.  Both of the vehicles you’re interested in meet all of...
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The Four Facets to Vehicle Maintainability

This is the fourth article in a series titled  Selecting the Perfect Overland Travel Vehicle. There is nothing quite like the simplicity of a traditional drivetrain and suspension.  Solid axles, natural aspiration, and good ole’ leaf springs are time-tested and a breeze...
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Extreme Landcruiser Now Offering 60 Series Interior Remodels

Mechanical parts for your vintage 60 Series Landcruiser are easy to come by, and there are an endless variety of aftermarket goodies to put your hands on.  In our experience, though, folks often overlook a component of the build that’s just as critical to a good finish: the...
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Vehicle Characteristics and Considerations

No two travelers are exactly alike.  We all have individual needs and desires which have been shaped by our experiences on the road.  Some of us might need room for a few kids when traveling; some travel solo.  Some of us prefer to get deep into the backcountry and explore...
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