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Leaving Tucson early in the morning, we had every intention of making the push to our final destination of Reno, Nv that day. However, sometimes in life you need to roll with the changes. We could’ve driven the entire 13hrs it was gonna take due to the weather system moving through the area, or we could use this as a sign that maybe it was an omen of some sort to seek out another option. Who knew that option would be Sin City…

After a few days of traveling, it was nice to have a change of pace. Arriving at our friends home in Tucson we quickly transitioned from run, run, run to let’s take care of some life maintenance and take a little time to relax. After starting some laundry, we pulled everything out of the van to clean and do a reset. If you’ve traveled long enough you know that not everything ends up back where it belongs and sometimes it just feels good to clean and reset everything. It was a welcomed change of

Some years ask questions, while other years answer them~ My question to you: Did you enjoy your story? You may be thinking, “But my story isn’t over yet”. We get it, neither is ours, and yet in our pursuit of a life less ordinary, we spend hours each year discussing where we want this road to take us. And those answers help direct us along the right path. What we see around us is that although so many have so much, society has more and more people who are dissatisfied with their

Some years ask questions, while other years answer them~ My question to you: Did you enjoy your story? You may be thinking, “But my story isn’t over yet”. We get it, neither is ours, and yet in our pursuit of a life less ordinary, we spend hours each year discussing where we want this road to take us. And those answers help direct us along the right path. What we see around us is that although so many have so much, society has more and more people who are dissatisfied with their

We get a lot of comments like: “You guys are living the dream.” And in many ways, we are. We get to explore wild places, spend more time...View the full article

The Ultimate St. Louis Guide to Picking the Best Rooftop Tent A rooftop tent is more than camping gear—it’s your mobile cabin, storm shelter, and sunrise lookout all in one. For overlanders rolling out of St. Louis every weekend, the choice is clear: Axleboy Offroad rooftop tents featuring the award-winning iKamper Skycamp 2.0 and 3.0 are

< All Ram Upgrades What is Death Wobble? If you’ve ever felt your RAM’s steering wheel shake so violently that it feels like the truck might tear itself apart — congratulations, you’ve met Death Wobble . It’s more common than yo

Uphill Both Ways: Conquering the NEW Jeep Badge of Honor Trail at Hawk Pride Off Road Park! There’s something about the unknown that calls to us Jeepers. It’s the allure of a new challenge, the pull of fresh terrain, and the thrill of not knowing exactly what lies ahead. So when Jeep launched a brand-new Badge of Honor trail at Hawk Pride Off Road Park in Tuscumbia, Alabama, we couldn’t resist. What followed was one of the wildest trail runs we’ve ever experienced—complete with soaked

It’s no secret that I am, was, and shall always be a “Jeep Guy.” As outlined in Season 2, Episode 2 of the Echoes of Adventure podcast, the LS LJ is my 8th Jeep. Since then I’ve added the ’06 LJ “stock+” build, which is the 10th Jeep I’ve owned (so far). In the family […]View the full article

Conquering Hot Springs Off Road Park After the Storm This wasn’t just another weekend ride. This was 10 hours of asphalt, one flooded state, and a crew of Jeepers determined to make it count — all heading straight for the legendary Hot Springs Off-Road Park in Arkansas. It’s April, which means the state is usually a little wet. But this year, the weather cranked it up to full chaos. Just days before we arrived, tornadoes ripped through the region, and over 8 inches of rain poured down,

Discover Silver Lake Basin: Colorado’s Hidden High-Altitude Ghost Town Gem Experience the Adventure with Peak Overland If you’re into ghost towns and western mining history we have got the trip for you!  Nestled at 12,250 feet in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains lies Silver Lake Basin — a secluded gem where history and adventure converge. Once a bustling hub during the 1890s, this remote basin now offers overlanders and hikers a glimpse into the past, surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery. T

In our previous articles on vehicle electrical systems we talked a lot about the OEM components and some basic upgrades dealing with adding things like lights and associated switches. This article series is going to focus on auxiliary electrical systems, their components, and ultimately designing and installing an auxiliary electrical system into your vehicle — […]View the full article

Onboard air is a must-have for serious Jeepers—whether you’re airing up tires, running lockers, or inflating gear at basecamp. But a quality compressor is only half the equation. You need a secure, smart mount that holds steady through trail abuse, installs cleanly, and works with your setup. That’s where Fishbone Offroad comes in. With purpose-built mounts for ARB and VIAIR compressors, designed to fit your Jeep like a glove, Fishbone has the solution for every rig—from JL Wranglers to JT Gl

For off-roaders and overlanders, maintaining an organized and efficient vehicle is crucial. Fishbone Offroad's Interior MOLLE (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) Panels offer a perfect solution for keeping your gear secure and accessible. Built for Durability These MOLLE panels are constructed from high-quality 10-gauge steel, providing strength and long-lasting performance. The black textured powder-coated finish not only adds a rugged look, but also provides resistance against corr

[Bozeman, Montana] – XOVERLAND, a leader in the overlanding community, known for its captivating travel documentaries and inspiring adventures, is thrilled to announce the creation of Overland Collective, alongside the acquisition of Overland Journal and expeditionportal.com. Overland Collective brings together XOVERLAND, Overland Journal, Expedition Portal, and XOVERLAND Ranch under one unified banner and represents a strategic collaboration to strengthen the individual platforms while benefit

Let’s have an honest chat—just you and me. Camping season is here. You’ve seen the posts, the reels, the perfectly lit tents beneath the...View the full article

If you’ve been paying attention to the last few blog articles, you’ve seen a footer at the end of each article talking about the 2025 ECOA Patron Support Team. Yes! The ECOA Patron Support Team is back for 2025 and the foreseeable future. In the past we made use of external platforms like GoFundMe in […]View the full article

Our latest adventure began in the southern part of the Cohutta Wilderness, at one of the most beautiful lakes in North Georgia—Lake Conasauga. The perfect place to start our next adventure overlanding the ocoee wilderness. This stunning spot served as the perfect meeting point for our Jeep crew. This time, our team included Stewart Jefferies in a white Gladiator on 35s, Michael Goode in a red JKU on 35s, and Chaz Parks in a white Gladiator on 40s. Our mission? To conduct a shakedown on the Road

As a former student of linguistics, and someone who reads as much as he writes, alliteration has always been one of my favorite literary tropes. Alliteration is when the first letter of each word in a sentence or phrase is the same. So in the case of this article’s subtitle, “Collaboration, Cooperation, and Compromise” is […]View the full article

While first in chronological order, the Pinnacle Creek project was the last one added to my list. This was a project I only had cursory knowledge of having been put in motion a few years ago. I heard it was finally happening during the West Virginia Motorsports and Adventure Travel Day event at the West […]View the full article

My buddy Walt was approached to take point on a return to Tank Hollow Road in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest outside Natural Bridge Station in Virginia. This was a project site I had visited back in late 2022 with a very hardworking team of volunteers. On that project we not only picked up […]View the full article

Every year around Earth Day the Virginia Four-Wheel-Drive Association hosts a project day on the Bald Mountain Jeep Trail. I first attended this project back in 2017 with John of New Horizons Overland. We did our typical “work hard; play hard” thing by incorporating a multi-day trip called “The Shadow of the Parkway” I had […]View the full article

Summer’s Calling: A 5-Day Overland Adventure from Denver to the White Rim Trail by Peak Overland | Summer 2025 Kickoff The snow is melting, the trails are calling, and summer adventure season is finally here. If you’ve been itching to break away from the city grind and trade fluorescent lights for fiery desert sunsets, we’ve got the ultimate 5-day itinerary for you. Starting right at Denver International Airport, this loop takes you through Colorado’s rugged beauty and into the heart of Utah’s

Our exploration community came together last week for four days of exploring, training, and best of all, camaraderie in southern Arizona’s beautiful Aravaipa Canyon. Forty explorers joined us and our sponsors—Graham Jackson’s Overland Passage, Goose Gear, Exploro, Swarovski Optik, and Sonoran Rovers—arriving as strangers and departing as friends. With smaller numbers we were able to host overland training workshops with experts Graham Jackson, Jim West, and Jonathan Hanson in winching, non-winch

So we're back inside at Axleboy Offroad. We've got our 2020 Jeep Gladiator Sport S. This is still bone stock. I haven't made any modifications to it yet. We have ordered and been receiving a lot of the components from our supplier partner. They're going to end up on this Jeep Gladiator. One thing that's going to be probably the most dramatic cosmetically and performance and everything else from the outside, is the lift kit, and the wheels, and the suspension.

There’s a particular musical number from the hit Broadway show Hamilton that always makes me chuckle. It’s when Aaron Burr laments he wishes he could, “be in the room where it happens.” In that moment he was on the outside looking in as Alexander Hamilton secured his position as Treasurer and negotiated for the nation’s […]View the full article

I have been to four out of the five years of the Southeast Adventure Vehicle Expo. It has become one of my top-three favorite events of the year. It’s also the event that kicks off each year for me since it’s one of the few spring events on the east coast. The best part is, […]View the full article