Overland Roundtable - Overland Travel In A Jeep, Toyota, Nissan, Land Rover Or On An Adventure Bike

On this session of the Overland Roundable we discuss how overlanding has changed over the last few years and then talk about how the Covid 19 pandemic has impacted our travel habits now and in the future. The panelists include: Scott Brady http://overlandjournal.com  http://expeditionportal.com The Overland Journal Podcast http://instagram.com/scott.a.brady   Mario Donovan https://atoverland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/atoverland/   Patrick Metzger https://peachstateoverland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/peachstateoverland/   Aaron Matkoswski http://artemisoverland.com https://www.instagram.com/artemisoverland/   Jason Spect http://www.mountainstateoverland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/msoverland/   Alex Gardner Intents Offroad on YouTube https://www.instagram.com/intentsoffroad/   Dan Cole http://the4x4podcast.com https://instagram.com/the4x4podcast    

      View this post on Instagram Another great weekend if camping as exploring with the family is in the books. #RamTruck #cvt #cvttents #rtt #rooftoptent #rooftoptentliving #adventuretrailer #compactcampingconcepts #overlandcommunity #OverlandNation #ram #ecodiesel iNeed #aev #bfgoodrichtires #ko2 #expeditionportal #expo #tembotusk A post shared by Dan (@the4x4podcast) on Mar 3, 2019 at 4:00pm PST       View this post on Instagram Thinkin’ I could rename the Jeep “the popsicle”. Needed to move it north, couldn’t find anyone to help so I spoiled it and put it on a trailer. #zj #jeepgrandcherokee #jeeplife #notrailerqueen A post shared by KI7AAN (@almostoverlanding) on Feb 26, 2019 at 8:32am PST       View this post on Instagram Last of the snow for the season, I hope. Anyone else tired of seeing more closed gates

On this session we bring the boys back together and chat about our experiences camping in the cold.  The term "cold" registers in different places for each of us and not just because some are using celsius! We have a fairly lengthy string of tips and some of them provided by our listeners.  The list is certainly not all inclusive and we may have gotten some things wrong.  Please send in your pro tips and corrections to overlandroundtable@gmail.com. []Wear warm clothes []Bring clothes to change and stay dry []Drink lots of water and eat high calorie foods []Layer clothes. The 3 Ws - wicking, warm, weatherproof []Sleep in a hat to keep your feet warm []Hot water bottle in sleeping bag []Avoid windy camping spots []Bury water bottles in at least 6" snow on all sides to keep it from freezing []insulated sleeping pad with high R value []wear mittens []dig down to the ground or build a quinzee []vent the tent to mitigate condensation build up from breath and body heat  []keep tailpipe clear []know the signs of fros

On this session of the Roundtable, the panel discusses when you should stick with your current project and when to start over.  This can be an emotionally difficult decision.  The group gives their thoughts on the decision making process.  On the Overland Roundtable panel this session we have:   Brandon Libby - https://www.instagram.com/overland_kitted/ and https://www.facebook.com/OverlandKitted/  Ben Allreed - https://www.instagram.com/offroadpodcast/ and https://www.facebook.com/OffRoadPodcast/  Adam Schalow - https://www.facebook.com/overlandhistory/ and https://www.instagram.com/overland_history/  - Also at Blue Ridge Overland Gear https://www.instagram.com/blueridgeoverlandgear/  Alex Garner - https://www.instagram.com/intentsoffroad/, https://www.facebook.com/IntentsOffroad/, and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Pw9gbXhykd0xXHKYyV83g          What do you guys think about AEV’s concept camper? Do you think they’ll release it someday? Interior photos at the end. #overlandkitted @aevcon

On session 9 of the Overland Roundtable, we discuss a topic that we have all dealt with but maybe not given much though; when to change plans.  There frequently comes a time during an adventure that we have to make a decision.  We can either act sensibly or push on and conquer whatever lies in front of us.  Pushing on can be the first idea in a string of bad decisions.  The Overland Roundtable panel gets together to discuss their lessons learned, give some recommendations, and share some stories surrounding the tales of when we altered course...or should have. We mentioned some other links that you might find helpful or interesting.   Brandon mentioned using the Garmin maps to identify public vs private land.  A blog post from Garmin regarding their mapping that would serve this purpose can be found here. Dan mentioned onXmaps as a cross platform mapping product that can also help differentiate public and private land.  This may have been mentioned on a past session by someone in the audience, but its worth

On this session of the Overland Roundtable, Dan shares an interview that he did with the group known as Via PanAm.  The group is running from Alaska to the southern tip of Argentina on foot!  590 marathons!  The audio quality isn't as good as usual and the format for the show is different.  But at any rate, its a great story involving overland travels that is worth the listen.   Cheers and see you next time, at the Overland Roundtable!

In this session our guest panelists include Laud Maroney from Texas Overland and Chris from Lone Star Overland.  Chris and Laud have extensive experience exploring in and around the state of Texas and bring a wealth of knowledge to the roundtable.  They are both based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area so if you're in that area be sure to link up with them for some adventures.  Even if you're just planning a trip through their area, shoot them a message.  There's nothing better than getting to know an area with someone (or a group) that really knows an area.   Some of the areas that were recommended to explore are:   Big Bend    Palo Duro   Katemcy Rocks   Hill Country and Enchanted Rock    

On this session of the Overland Roundtable we discuss some philosophies and tools that people use when planning trips of less than a month.  We are focusing on trips that are less than one month long because once a trip takes on that magnitude, the process and tools change a bit.  On this session we have two guest panelists and both were discovered in the discussion thread on one of our favorite forums, American Adventurist.  If you’d like to continue the discussion, then go ahead and jump in and share your mind with the other American Adventurist fans.  Lets introduce our guest panelists.     Raul Banuelos from Xpedition Outfitters.  Xpedition Outfitters is an online retailer that sells a wide range of gear that you would find useful on your offroad and overland travels.  Xpedition Outfitters sells offroad bumpers, roof top tents, recovery gear, roof racks, interior accessories, gas cans, awnings and camping gear.  Raul enjoys shorter camping in the southern California and Nevada areas with his family becaus

On session 5 of the Overland Roundtable, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the various camp setups that are popular amongst overland travelers. The rooftop tend is a trendy, and expensive, accessory but it may not be right for you.  The ground tent is widely accessible but has some characteristics that may not be well suited a long trips or wet environments.  We had the pleasure of having Matt Henwood from Main Line Overland join us to discuss his expertise with Four Wheel pop-up campers.  Four Wheel Campers slide into a pickup bed and transform your truck into an offroad ready camper with all the creature comforts you can imagine.    Guest Panelist: Matt Henwood from Main Line Overland Matt Henwood serves as MLO's President, and has a deep passion for overlanding since it blends two loves: motor sports and the great outdoors. An SCCA enduro race driver, off-road rally enthusiast, and motorcyclist, Matt also enjoys rowing, hunting, fly fishing, hiking with his wife Kristen and their dog Gunner, a

Session 4 of Overland Roundtable is all about trail communications. Along with the usual suspects which make up the panel, we have a returning guest Ben Beierwaltes and a new guest Tom Severin; both who have extensive knowledge of HAM radio and communications. Some of the key topics include: Talking about FRS radio CB radio UHF radio HAM radio SPOT and Delorum Inreach Antenna selection Using repeaters for extended coverage The functions of HAM radio beyond voice communication The components needed for a radio setup License types and which one is best for you   Panelists: Dan Cole: Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL. Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast   Taylor Adney: 1993 Toyota 4runner, outfitted for overland travel. Part of a group called “The Overland Adventures” which can be found on: Instagram (@theoverlandadventures)  You

  On session 3 of Overland Roundtable we are talking everything trailers. While a couple of our core panel members are missing this week, we have Jason Barr from Okie Built Trailers bringing some extra knowledge to the table. Some of the topics covered include:   Choosing a trailer The pros and cons of owning an expedition trailer Trailer size and weight considerations Different styles of trailers and their features Trailer hitch variations Chassis and suspension options Matching stud patterns to tow vehicles or carrying extra spares Space and storage designs Approximate costs for certain trailer builds Water storage & shower systems Battery and power systems   To see more of the trailers mentioned in this session, check out these links:   Dan’s expedition trailer build thread: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/139371-The-4x4-Podcast-Expedition-Trailer-Build-Journal?highlight=4x4+podcast   Alex’s trailer rebuild blog posts: http://intentsoffroad.com/retro-trailer-rebuil

On session two of Overland Roundtable we are discussing vehicle selection. Our 5 core panel members and two guests talk about whether a wagon or a pickup is better, choices in suspension and tyres and go into the big dollar expedition rigs. Here’s who we have on the Overland Roundtable this week:   Panelists: Dan Cole: Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL.  He is also in the middle of building an offroading camping trailer that will be used to tackle the ALCAN highway on a journey from Kansas City, KC up to Fairbanks, AK.  Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast   Taylor Adney: 1993 Toyota 4runner, outfitted for overland travel. Part of a group recently formed called “The Overland Adventures” which can be found on: Instagram (@theoverlandadventures)  Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/theoverlandadventures Facebook: www.facebook.c

In this first episode of Overland Roundtable, we focus on introducing each of the 5 core panel members, and discuss the definition of Overlanding according to Wikipedia and what it means to each of us. The panel consists of the following people in the order which they appear on the show:   Dan Cole:  Dan explores in his 1999 Jeep Cherokee 2dr and 2007 GMC Yukon XL.  He is also in the middle of building an offroading camping trailer that will be used to tackle the ALCAN highway on a journey from Kansas City, KC up to Fairbanks, AK.  Find Dan at www.the4x4podcast.com and also:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the4x4podcast Instagram: @the4x4podcast Twitter: @the4x4podcast Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/the4x4podcast     Happy Good Friday folks! Be sure to make time for an adventure this weekend...even if it's just a short one. I'm going to take my HAM Technician exam on Saturday! Wish me luck! I also plan on spraying the gist coat of finish on the #AlaskaExpedition #trailer. I've got to keep making progr