![]() ![]() ![]() For the investment cost, it is worth the weekend away. From the 2019 event to this most recent one, there was so much to see we didn’t have nearly enough time to see it all. From a novice to an expert, there is something for everyone who is looking to expand their knowledge or collection of goods. We saw plenty of eye catching builds and many large expedition vehicles that inspired thoughts of selling the house and hitting the road full time.Įach year, Overland Expo brings a more than worthwhile experience to all overlanders. Overland Expo West 2021 did not disappoint in that arena. Whether in a booth to show off product or on display in the new DIY vehicle section, solutions for your overland build questions were a plenty. A water filtration system caught our eye by Guzzle H2O, along with the recovery gear from Deadman Offroad.Ī highlight of all Overland Expo events are the vehicle builds. Other companies had booths this year that perhaps weren’t at previous year’s Overland Expo. It was exciting to see the selections of items coming to market soon from various companies. Companies, such as Step 22, brought their soon-to-be-released gear. Overlanding gear was at every turn and down every aisle. And of course, there was no lack of awesome truck, van, SUV and earth mover builds to see. Show discounts were a plenty and companies showed up with enough inventory to keep most happy. A successful event for many, the crowd was ready to camp, attend classes and shop for new gear. After hard-mounting it to the bed/trunk of your vehicle, you can deploy the Longitude in a matter of seconds, giving you access to two burners, lights, and a sink, along with plenty of counter space and storage.A Successful Weekend of Overlanding Gear and Classes at Overland Expo West 2021Īfter taking a year off due to COVID precautions in 2020, people were ready to see their friends and all the new overlanding offerings at Overland Expo West 2021 in Flagstaff, Arizona, September 22 – 24, 2022. That’s why this slide-out solution from Pull Kitchen caught my eye. Cooking is an interesting one, as it generally requires a considerable amount of gear that needs to be unpacked to get going. The overlanding industry has taken to creating extremely well-thought-out solutions to common issues we experience while adventuring. Very expensive, but you get what you pay for. While the Summit-spec RT110 camper starts at $31,500, the base model-which lacks any of the ancillary functionalities like heating, ventilation, and charging-will set you back $21,500. Redtail also says that you’ll be able to keep your bedding in the camper while it’s closed, which is huge when you get to your campsite after a long-haul adventure. ![]() When you’re ready to leave your campsite, the walls cantilever together into a neat package that’s just 10.5-inches tall. With no fabric panels to speak of, setup and tear-down can take just 30 seconds. Maybe everyone had been tired of seeing countless BMW GS bikes packed to the gills with adventure gear? While I initially expected Expo-goers to flock to the Africa Twin, most of them ended up throwing a leg over the smaller bikes at the tent. This year at Overland Expo, the Japanese automaker pulled out all the stops with an Africa Twin, Trail 125, and Monkey on display. Having been in the game since the late 1940s, Honda knows how to build a great motorcycle. However, the two clear party pieces with the flagship pack include the “Daymaker” adaptive headlamp-a lean-sensitive light system that projects toward the apex of each corner-and adjustable ride height, which means the Pan America will lower itself whenever you come to a stop. With the Passport being the first vehicle to receive the special treatment, it also gains machined 18-inch wheels, burly tires, extra ground clearance, and stark orange accents throughout.Īll of the bikes at the Expo were fitted with Harley’s “Special” package, featuring tubeless-spoke wheels, a center stand, crash bars, skid plates, an Ӧhlins steering damper, tire pressure monitoring, and heated grips, among other premium extras. Starting out, the factory vehicle will receive a more rugged-looking front-fascia-injecting it with some of the Ridgeline’s aesthetics. Coming into the 2022 model year, the Japanese automaker introduced the Trailsport trim-level to highlight the off-road capabilities of its light trucks and crossovers. I was looking forward to finally getting up close and personal with the updated Honda Passport Trailsport in person. Honda Passport Trailsport Rugged Roads Concept In a world with driverless systems and electric propulsion creeping into the automotive industry, these vehicles strip the act of driving down to its purest form. Play icon The triangle icon that indicates to playīeneath the flashy exterior and updates, vehicles also receive re-upholstered interiors that are clearly a cut above what would have come from the factory. ![]()
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