APOLOGIES FOR THE SOUND QUALITY-The wind wouldn't stop blowing and I should have used a lapel mic instead of a shotgun mic. This was a spur of the moment trip and I wasn't prepared, :D. Learn from my mistakes! Always go prepared (maybe not to record a podcast, but to Overland for sure). Thanks for checking it out any ways. On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'm going to switch things up after last week's "least favorite" camping weather (rain). Instead, I'm going to talk about the weather I prefer most: c...
Nov 03, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 20
On today's Vlog/Podcast, based on a trip I just took where I got soaked and wasn't well prepared, I'm talking about camping/overlanding in the rain. I'm going to cover my experiences that have made me so negative about camping in the rain, the downsides of camping in the rain, and then some tips/recommendations to help improve your trip if you get caught out in the rain. Most importantly, what are your thoughts? Have you had good experiences camping in the rain? Do you have some "impossible to l...
Oct 28, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 19
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'm going to talk about "Fauxverlanding" versus "real" Overlanding. The intent isn't to piss anyone off, but rather to open up a dialog about what makes someone a "real" Overlander and what gives Overlanding a bad name. What are your thoughts? Hit me up on my social channels to let me know if I'm off base or right on target. If you like the episode, please like, comment, and subscribe! For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links: http://allt...
Oct 20, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 18
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'll be talking about different criteria that will help you pick out your next Overlanding vehicle. If you're looking for a way to figure out what vehicle would work best for you, this video will help you narrow it down! If you like the episode, please like, comment, and subscribe! For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links: http://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/ For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or s...
Oct 07, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 17
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'll be talking about options for permanent or semi-permanent drawer systems for your Overlanding rig. If you're thinking about building some sort of slider or drawer system in your rig, you'll want to check this out. I'll be covering different options for materials for construction, the pros and cons of a drawer system, and then giving my final thoughts and some specifics on my own drawer system and why I chose to take the plunge in a semi-permanent drawer system. Hopef...
Sep 29, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 16
On today's Podcast, I'll be talking about how to maximize your gear. As I've discussed on previous episodes, you can quickly get hooked on gear and as your stuff explodes, your trips get harder to plan, longer to pack and unpack for, and a pain to find things during. Want to learn more about how to start making better use of your space in your rig? Want to learn some tips on how to reduce your overall gear footprint? If you want to hear more about what I've learned which will hopefully save you ...
Sep 22, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 15
On today's Podcast, I'll be talking about a topic that I've recently been putting a ton of time and research into. That's solar power. I recently purchased a 100 Watt Renogy polycrystalline solar panel with PMW controller. I plan to use it to keep a deep cycle battery (separate from my main, starter battery) charged in my new drawer system I'm building in the back of the truck. The goal will be to have a constant source of power that I can use to charge things like my laptop, phone, GMRS radios,...
Sep 16, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 14
On today's Podcast, I'll be talking about a new trend I've been seeing a lot on YouTube. It's called "Van Life." There are a huge number of videos popping up in my feed from people who are creating awesome ways to work, live, and travel out of their vehicles. On this episode, I'm talking a bit about that, the logistics of considering it for yourself, what to think about if going full time or part time into Van Life, and how we, as Overlanders, can learn from the Van Life folks. Here are links to...
Sep 09, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 13
On today's Podcast, I'll be talking about some options for powering your adventures. Everything from deep cycle batteries, to dual battery set ups, to solar. I'm going to briefly touch on my power needs and how they've changed over the years (and how that affected my power set up). Then we're going to talk through the pros and cons of each of the various set ups. Lastly, we'll touch on what my current set up is with some specifics so you can replicate it, if you want. If you are looking to build...
Sep 02, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 12
On today's Podcast, I'm talking about the basics of cooking while Overlanding. There are a few things you need to think about like gear you'll need based on the complexity of what you're going to cook. You'll also need to think about what kind of storage is required based on what you want to make. For example, if you're cooking very complex things, you'll need additional pots, pans, utensils, storage containers, perhaps a fridge/freezer. You'll need bigger and more capable cooking surfaces like ...
Aug 25, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On today's Podcast, I'm talking about how my process for packing for a trip works. Everything from the types of gear I put in which crates, to the capacity of the Xterra, to the strategy that I use to most effectively pack the truck. If you're looking for some ideas of how to categorize gear, how to make your life easier when getting ready for a trip, or specifically how to pack up an Xterra, then this episode will have something for you! If you like the episode, feel free to rate the podcast 5 ...
Aug 19, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 10
On today's Vlog/Podcast, we're talking about the final part of the mini-series about adventure photography, videography, and audio. Improving the audio in your adventure videos is one of the quickest and easiest ways to improve the overall quality of your videos! So, on this episode, my goal is to give you a brief understanding of the different types of mics you can use, some software examples that can make your life easier, and then a bit about sound design to make your videos more exciting. On...
Aug 11, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On today's Vlog/Podcast, we're hitting part two of this three part mini-series about adventure photography, videography, and audio. Being a budget minded Overlander, I've always tried to make the best with what I've got. If you check out my Youtube Channel, you'll see a steady progression in the quality of my videos on there. It took a while, but I'm starting to hit a point where I've learned enough to make sizable improvements while teaching you how to save time and avoid the roadblocks I've hi...
Aug 05, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 8
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'm taking a bit of a departure from the typical topics discussed. Being a budget minded Overlander, I've done my best over the last 4 years or so to teach myself a bit of the basics about adventure photography. If you follow me on Instagram, you'll see that over the years, my photos have dramatically improved. So, on this episode, my goal is to help you skip some of the learning curve while giving you some quick, actionable tips that you can start using today to improve...
Jul 29, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 7
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'm talking about Overlanding on a budget. I've heard a lot of talk on forums and Facebook groups from people that are new to Overlanding asking what they should purchase before their first trip. So, I decided to create this Podcast to cover how cheaply you could take a two day trip. The goal here was to plan a 2 day trip while spending only $25 or less. Listen to the Podcast to see how I did. Hint, I didn't do it for $25, :D. So, check it out! If you like the episode, p...
Jul 22, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode of the All Things Overlanding Vlog/Podcast, I'm talking about the history of Overlanding, the modern definition of it and how it's changed over the years, and why I love it because of how flexible your options are for how you can do it. So, check it out! If you like the podcast, please consider subscribing on Youtube as well! If you have ideas of other options or think I missed the mark, please go to Youtube and comment on the video version , or go to allthingsoverlanding.com and...
Jul 14, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Ever had a horrible night camping because you weren't prepared or didn't bring what you needed in order to get a good nights sleep? Ever brought a hammock and ended up not being able to find a good spot to hang it so you slept on the ground or in your rig? Have you never really explored the world of Overlanding and you're looking for suggestions and money and time saving tips to pick the right option for you regarding sleeping options? Then check out this podcast! On this episode of All Things O...
Jul 08, 2019•20 min•Season 1Ep. 4
On this week's Episode, we'll be talking about some tips and tricks for how to find destinations, how to research them, and even how to learn about places, diners, and natural landmarks that you won't find in a simple Google search. As mentioned in the video, here is a link to Happy Wanderlust's channel on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPzddnYSbl9n4TDEmK9CYew Hope you enjoy the episode! Visit me at allthingsoverlanding.com Also, for more great content and info, you can follow me on Y...
Jul 01, 2019•17 min•Season 1Ep. 3
On this week's Episode, I'm talking about modifications to your vehicle. There are a few major things that you need to think about when you're purchasing or outfitting your vehicle for Overlanding trips. Timestamps: First topic-Tires: 3:50 Second topic-Recovery: 6:17 Third topic-Repair: 9:39 Fourth topic-Trail Clearing: 11:18 Fifth topic-Air Compressors: 13:40 Products mentioned in this video: Hitch Mounted Shackle Receiver: https://amzn.to/2WU6GkI Metal Shackles: https://amzn.to/2X1praP Soft Sh...
Jun 23, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 2
On this, the first episode of the All Things Overlanding Podcast, I'm talking about gear. If you've checked out Youtube channels, other podcasts, or read any forums, I'm sure you've heard all about Overlanders' obsession with gear. On this episode, I'm talking about some essentials you have to think about to get started, things to think about as you grow in Overlanding, and some first time tips for new folks. For all the gear mentioned in this episode, there are links here on my website: http://...
Jun 09, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1
