Overlanding Blog

Bozeman, Montana to Cape Town, South Africa. 25,000 miles connecting three continents over the course of four months. An entire spectrum of cultures, geography and geopolitics. That’s what we willingly took on for XOVERLAND’s newest series, Milestones: Global Expedition. This series captures the entire journey, from the easternmost reaches of North America to the northern [...]

After four months on the road, 35 countries, and 25,000 miles connecting three continents, Milestones: Global Expedition is nearing the end of the road. Bozeman, Montana — Phase 1 departure from the X Hangar Before the finale officially releases online, XOVERLAND will host an exclusive early screening during the Overland Expo Film Festival in Flagstaff, [...]

Rachelle Croft Returns to Rebelle Rally as Part of Official Toyota Team in All-New Trailhunter 4Runner Bozeman, MT – July 12, 2025 — After a multi-year hiatus, overland adventurer, XOVERLAND co-founder, and CEO of the Overland Collective, Rachelle Croft is making a highly anticipated return to the Rebelle Rally—the premier all-women’s off-road navigation rally in [...]

[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 [...]

From time to time, overlanding takes you beyond the trail. A well-rounded journey often includes veering off track to the nearest peak, dropping in for a family visit out of state, or popping into a brewery with friends. While we don’t always need to dress to impress, it doesn’t hurt to choose clothing items that [...]

We opened the doors to XOVERLAND Ranch for the first-ever Freeze Your Fenders Off Campout, and what an unforgettable experience it was! The temperatures plummeted to a chilly -11°F, but that didn’t stop our crew of overlanders from embracing the cold and making the most of the winter wonderland. People traveled from near and far, [...]

While overlanding offers a unique blend of adventure and freedom, nothing can derail the thrill faster than digging through a disorganized mess. Assigning a designated place for each piece of kit leads to a quicker camp setup and teardown and more efficient meal preparation. This allows you to spend more time enjoying a laugh with [...]

Overlanding takes you off the beaten path into areas where the weather can shift without warning—from scorching heat to cold and everything in between. If you’re not properly equipped, a sudden storm, an unexpected drop in temperature, or a sweltering afternoon can throw a wrench in your plans. Whether trekking through the mountains, navigating deserts, [...]

Until recently, vehicle manufacturers didn’t supply off-the-lot options for overlanders, so we’ve adapted by modifying vehicles to suit our needs. Little did we know Toyota secretly developed the solution many have been waiting for—the Tacoma Trailhunter, a rugged new platform designed for overlanders to “go far.” Expedition Overland has filmed and produced global travel [...]