All things adventure for gearheads of the outdoor persuasion. Now in its 10th year, the three-day event for adventure travel enthusiasts is packed with training on endless aspects of motorcycle and four-wheeled travel, insights from world travelers and advice for those who would be, and entertainment in the form of slide shows and adventure films. At the Expo, we get to see, in the flesh, the overlanding friends we correspond with year-round, embracing and shaking hands, sharing a meal, and having face-to-face conversations without the aid of electronic devices.īut Overland Expo is much more than a 21st Century Rocky Mountain Rendezvous. The thought of missing the event triggers a physical response akin to missing a family reunion (when you really like your family). It’s the total immersion experience of the Overland Expo (OX) and it’s our chance to eat, sleep, talk and breathe adventure travel with friends old and new. Yet in May of every year, we head west from our home in Oklahoma to Flagstaff, Arizona to camp with thousands of other people in a spot where the noise starts at dawn and continues way past dusk. The solitude of a remote spot in a pine forest near a gurgling mountain stream is Nirvana, and having the peace disrupted by blaring music or screaming kids can ruin an otherwise perfect experience. The Overland Expo provides a rare chance to see classic 4×4’s and vintage works of art in one place.īig thanks to our friends at (thanks for the meets), Royal from Truck Tech and many more.When Bill and I go camping, we’re usually focused on getting away from the crowds. A quick stroll through the campground and we found the It's always great to see how people REALLY use their trucks. Out of Truckee, CA are working on modular kitchen units which fit in the drawers. Let's face it, you can’t take your minivan or rental car off road, so hit up American Overland Adventures and get out there. Offers fully outfitted Chevy Colorado ZR2 trucks for rent from its Hood River, OR headquarters. >Īdventure vehicle rentals are the real deal. 's own Taco was parked right out front of the food court with the Habitat roof top tent set up. Is it just us, or did it feel like there was a lot of folks from the Gem State this year? Out of Idaho Falls had a few DECKED systems in their booth. Is America's "away colors." Just saying, we saw a lot of camo this year.ĭanny is a US veteran, moto enthusiast, fisherman and also happens to have baller tailgate game. They had a DECKED out Tacoma and F-150 in the booth this year. Makes a rack that is compatible with both full-size and midsize DECKED systems. Sorry mom, I didn't call you on Mother's Day. Hammerschlagen Taco could also be found in the furthest corner of the campground where there was no cell service and a fire ban. Not to worry, you can get DECKED apparel here: Also A+ effort to all the passerby's that attempted to win a DECKED ball cap by hammering it in first try. It also integrates gas and power into the ammo cans,Ĭongrats to Max for being the reigning Hammerschlagen champion at the DECKED booth. Kitchen setup installed into the DECKED drawers. This is a custom van you need to see in person. Built by It's also a $600,000 alternative to a pop-over win our award for Drawer Dropper of the Show. It's no surprise that the Earth Roamer was a landmark beacon at the expo. Fortunately for us, the DECKED booth was right next to Troy and Tony at The last time we saw was at SEMA 2017, and she's a real show stopper (or as we say at DECKED, a drawer dropper).
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