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Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding the camera system, including how it integrates into the rearview mirror and the many benefits it provides! Equipment discussed in this video: -Brandmotion FullVUE Mirror & Camera System View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding a restyled stereo system and updating the lighting package! Equipment discussed in this video: -Alpine Restyle X409 Stereo Head Unit -Mopar LED Headlights -Diode Dynamics SS3 Lights View

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding a tazer, as well as how they work and what they do for the rig! View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding the step sliders to the rig, as well as some additional benefits they provide! Equipment discussed in this video: -Rock Slide Engineering Step Sliders View the full article

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind adding a winch and shackle to the rig! Equipment discussed in this video: -12000 lbs Bulldog Winch -Factor 55 Flatlink & Flatlink Rope Guard View the full article

Ready to start planning some entertaining winter offroading adventures in your 4×4 or Jeep? We have some excellent suggestions for you! We know our winter offroading destinations as well as we know how to mod and repair 4x4s and Jeeps, and we want to help inspire your next adventure! St. Joe State Park St. Joe is one of just two off-road vehicle parks in the Missouri park system and

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down how they went about finding a tent, and all the benefits that this specific one provides during offroading! The tent that is featured on the Gladiator: -ARB Series III Rooftop Tent View the full article

XOVERLAND ANNOUNCES ITS UPCOMING EXPEDITION, ADDITIONAL NEW SERIES, EXCLUSIVE CONTENT, AND 2ND FILM FESTIVAL The highly-experienced team of vehicle-borne explorers seeks new adventures in Africa, adds new categories of content, and will hold the upcoming XOVERLAND Film Festival in fall 2023 Flagstaff, Ariz. (May 18, 2023) – XOVERLAND, the leading team of adventure travelers dedicated to producing overland content to educate, equip and inspire outdoor enthusiasts, has announced the highly-antic

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision of overhauling the bed of the Jeep, including the benefits of running a Hi-Rack system, and their solution to utilizing as much space as possible! Equipment included in this video: -Road Armor Treck Rack with Spare Tire Mount -DECKED Drawer Syst

As we move through December and barrel toward a frigid Winter, there are some things you need to consider when you’re traveling and camping by vehicle at this time of year. While you’re probably going to want to avoid high-country trips because of the prospect of high-elevation snow, there’s still a ton of great overland travel to do. It is, after all, “Desert Season,” so let’s get after it and catch up on how to overland during winter. I probably don’t need to tell you that staying dry

Scott Carline overviews one of our featured builds: the 2022 Chevy Colorado ZR2, Bison Edition. This vehicle is a collaborative effort between General Motors and American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) to create a rig ready for offroading as soon as it's off the production line! Don't worry, though, because there's still plenty of truck left to do your own customizations, as we have done to ours. Scott breaks down all of this and explains why this alliance between these two organizations is an optimi

Crossing into China, this trip report by Alexis, Trip Leader for Oasis Overland, follows the group from Kashgar’s Silk Road heritage through desert oases, the Great Wall at Jiayuguan, and the soaring landscapes of Tibet. From the artistry of Dunhuang to sunrise at Everest Base Camp and the vibrant streets of Chengdu, Alexis shares the highlights of an unforgettable overland journey.   KASHGAR Kashgar is a city with 2000 years of history and one of the most important hubs of the Silk Road, whe

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind overhauling the bumpers and fenders, including how approach-angle came into the equation! Equipment discussed in this video: -Genright Front & Rear Tube Fenders -Genright Stubby Front Bumper -Genright Re

As the truck journeyed out of Osh toward the final stretch of their overland adventure, Alexis reflected on the concentrated beauty and rich traditions they encountered throughout Kyrgyzstan. Each stop offered sweeping landscapes, nomadic hospitality, and moments of spontaneous wonder - from camping beside the sparkling Toktogul Reservoir to tasting bubbling kumis in the high-altitude Suusamyr valley. With every kilometer, the travelers drew closer to the end of their time on the truck and the

Scott and Tom Shipley wrap up this edition of "Behind the Build" with some words of appreciation and again show all of the amazing new gear that has been added to this 2020 Jeep Gladiator by the amazing and talented crew at Axleboy!  View the full article

As the epic Silk Road journey drew to a close, Oasis Overland trip leader Alexis documented the final stretch through China - from the historic heart of Xi’an to the iconic sights of Beijing. After months on the road crossing deserts, mountain passes, and cultural frontiers, this last leg brought the group full circle with ancient wonders, misty mountains, and quiet reflections on an unforgettable overland expedition. In this trip report, Alexis shares the highlights: from a dumpling-making de

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind overhauling the shocks on the vehicle! Equipment discussed in this video: - Falcon 3.3 Adjustable Shocks View the full article

NARYN, KYRGYZSTAN TO KASHGAR, CHINA This morning we said goodbye to Al and six others who were returning to Bishkek to end their trip. It was a sad farewell, but for the rest of us, a new adventure was beginning! I’ve read accounts of this border crossing calling it “one of the sorriest, most problematic and adventurous border crossings in the world, complete with howling wind, chilly temperatures, excruciatingly long waits and the meanest officials.” Last year, I picked up a group from the fi

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down the decisions that went into overhauling the wheels and tires! Equipment discussed in this video: -Teraflex Nomad Wheels -Falken Wildpeak 37" Mud Tires View the full article

What happens when you put a big yellow Oasis Overland truck, a determined tour leader, and an intrepid group of travelers on one of the highest and wildest roads on earth? You get a journey packed with epic mountain passes, Soviet relics, surprise snow leopards, military checkpoints, wild camping, and the kind of stories that only happen when you drive the fabled Pamir Highway - from Tajikistan’s bustling capital to the remote frontiers of Kyrgyzstan. In this day-by-day diary, Alexis, one of ou

Although the leaves are just now turning colors and starting to fall off the trees here in St. Louis, winter will be here before you know it. Even with a hearty 4X4 vehicle equipped with mods and upgrades to make winter driving safer, it’s essential to understand how to handle driving in winter weather. If you remember anything about winter driving, remember this: avoid any abrupt turns, stops, and other potentially unsafe maneuvers. Below are some

Katie Carson, a former Oasis Overland crew member, is hitting the road again on our 14-day Nairobi to Dar es Salaam Gameparks and Zanzibar adventure. We’ll be following her journey to give you an inside look at what this overland trips is like. Her first blog kicks things off with how she’s getting prepared. Preparing for a 14 day Oasis Overland Africa trip In just a few days time I shall be setting off for Nairobi to join the Nairobi to Dar es Salaam (14 days) Gameparks and Zanzibar adventure

Scott and Tom Shipley take a trip offroad to talk about the massive buildout done on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator! In this episode, Scott breaks down everything that went into the decision behind the overhaul of the suspension and gears. Equipment discussed in this video: -Teraflex RT2 Suspension System -Revolution 4.88 Ring and Pinion Gear Set -Genright Stubby Front & Rear Tube

"We were at the border first thing and it was an easy crossing. First stop was the chaotic city of Panjakent for cook group shop, lunch and other standard new country errands."   SAMARKAND, UZBEKISTAN TO GHAZZA VILLAGE, TAJIKISTAN: "It was a wild introduction to a country that never ceases to surprise! Our destination today was Ghazza Village, a very much off the beaten path place deep in the Fann Mountains and generally used as a base for hikers or people who want to visit Voru, a mountain

When it comes to the vehicles we drive daily, it’s easy to tell when something could be amiss. It’s also easy to find a mechanic that can repair basic damage on a car that doesn’t do any offroading. However, 4X4 repairs are highly specialized and require an experienced mechanic to tackle the job. Generally, 4X4 vehicles endure more damage than highway drivers based on the inherent nature of offroadin

"The day began with a visit to ancient Konye Urgench, once a great city and the center of the Islamic world."   KONYE URGENCH, TURKMENISTAN TO MUYNAQ, UZBEKISTAN: "It is now more dusty backwater and the site itself was abandoned in the 18th century. We visited what is still standing and it was a fantastic taste of the great Silk Road cities to come. There was an issue with the border so I had to go ahead in a taxi with Michael to sweet talk officials but all was well and we made it through

“We’re all about helping people to select the right products for their needs, not about making the buck. We describe it as the ‘Axle Boy Experience’ and we try to deliver the same experience every time.” That’s the mission statement that Axleboy has held for over 17 years, since owner Scott Carline first opened up shop. Carline knew he didn’t want to just sell people “stuff” for their Jeeps and 4×4 vehicles, but instead help them truly live the off

"I don’t even know where to begin with this one. You know going into Turkmenistan that you will be experiencing something very different, but I’m not sure it’s possible to be prepared."   MASHAD, IRAN TO ASHGABAT, TURKMENISTAN: "It is after all one of the least visited and most secretive countries on earth. Briefly, Turkmenistan is a natural gas and oil rich country that gained independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union and self proclaimed Turkmenbashi (head of the Turkmen) became

When it comes to buying or building the 4×4 (also known as 4WD) vehicle you’ve been dreaming of, it’s important to know about your options. From the history of four-wheel drive to the current 4WD systems in vehicles today, there’s a lot to unpack.  We couldn’t have said it better than Wikipedia when it comes to defining four-wheel drive (4WD):

Our next big trans continental trip through South America is upcoming and due to start in Colombia at the start of October. We drive all the way south through Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and Chile, to the southern tip of Argentina at Ushuaia. Then it is back north again through Argentina to Uruguay and Paraguay before finishing in Rio in time for Carnival. You can then continue from there further north through Brazil, taking in Suriname, Guyana and French Guyana before finishing back in Brazil in Man