ADVENTURE
But perhaps what truly separates overlanding from camping , is the role transportation plays in the adventure . The vehicle used for expeditions over the years range from Hannibal ’ s elephants , Lewis and Clark ’ s canoes , and NASA ’ s Saturn V . In the same vein , overlanders rely on trucks , Jeeps , SUVs , motorcycles , ATVs — even full-size vans are quite popular as overlanding rigs .
The proper overlanding vehicle must be equipped to traverse an almost infinite combination of terrain and weather . To compound the complexity , the vehicle must be able to transport water , food , shelter , tools , and other essential sundries .
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Overlanding is all about unsupported vehicular adventure travel , where the journey is the primary goal .
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Overlanding is vehicle-based , on-road and off-road , adventure travel with a focus on self-reliance , resilience , and enjoyment of the journey . Since the dawn of fourwheel drive vehicles , modern overlanding has captured the imagination of eager adventurers worldwide .
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Overlanding in the USA has taken on a life of it ’ s own with regional and national gatherings and various expos featuring training , vendors and expansive outdoor venues .
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Overland at its heart is a love of the great outdoors , camping culture , and exploring new places . There is also a core obsession with vehicle mechanics , customization , and building out a unique rig that suits the personality and needs of the specific overlander .
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Overlanding is about the trails , the friends , the memories .
WHAT IS OVERLANDING
The overlander ’ s objective is adventure travel over vastly changing terrain while testing your courage and resourcefulness , and the vehicle ’ s endurance and reliability , all while maintaining some degree of comfort over an extended period of time .
It ’ s more about exploration , rather than conquering obstacles . While the roads and trails might be rough or technically challenging , they are the means to an end , not the goal itself . The goal is to see and learn about the world , whether on a weekend trip 100 miles from home or a 10,000-mile expedition across another continent . The vehicle and equipment can be simple or extravagant and are a means to an end . History , wildlife , culture , scenery , self-sufficiency — these are the rewards of overlanding .
What is overlanding ? Overlanding is what you make of it . Let E3 Overland help you plan your first or next adventure . It ’ s time to get out there .
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