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Overlanding and Off-Road Adventure

Ordealist is your guide to rugged vehicle-based exploration

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Pelican Elite Wheeled Cooler Review

Review of Pelican’s new Elite Wheeled Cooler series for overlanding and car camping.

RedRock Stubby Winch Front Bumper Review

Review of RedRock’s Stubby Winch Front Bumper after installing it on a Jeep Wrangler JK.

Best Coolers for Overlanding

Guide to rugged coolers designed for long trips and to withstand backcountry abuse.

Overlanding Basics

You can start overlanding with nothing but a reliable vehicle, some basic off-roading and camping gear, a few essential skills, and a penchant for adventure. Our basic overlanding guides will help you prepare, offering tips on where to go, what gear you’ll need to get started, the best vehicles, and some basic know-how.

Overlanding for Beginners – Gear, Knowledge, and Skills

Guide to getting started overlanding, including choosing a vehicle, gear you’ll need and basic skills and trip planning.

Overland Skills – What You Need Know to Master Overlanding

Survey of the various types of skills needed for planning and executing overland adventures.

Basic Off-Road Driving Techniques

Learning basic off-road driving skills is an important step for anyone getting into off-roading and overlanding.

Overlanding Gear

One of the first steps to begin overlanding successfully is putting together a set of essential overlanding gear. Our gear guides cover equipment specific to camping, first aid and other emergencies, as well as vehicle maintenance, function, and recovery.

Essential Overlanding Gear Guide 2022

Guide to overlanding gear, including equipment specific to camping, first aid and other emergencies, and vehicle maintenance, function, and recovery.

Essential Off-Road Equipment Guide

Guide to the basic gear needed for off-road adventure, including recovery gear, navigation and emergency equipment.

Overlanding Vehicle Guide: How to Choose the Best Vehicle for Your Adventures

Guide to choosing the best overlanding vehicle for your circumstances and budget.

Overlanding Routes

Overlanding is all about the journey…but where to go? We’re compiling a list of guides to overlanding routes and destinations to get your wheels turning.