Dirt Road Tourist Overland

To help celebrate America's 250th, I want to take you back to 1780, to an extraordinary journey undertaken by a band of Appalachian Colonists in defense of their homes, and in search of freedom. This is the story of the Overmountain Men, and their journey to Kings Mountain, where they changed the course of the Revolutionary War, and our country's history. Join me for this special episode o...

In this episode, there’s an epic campsite, a group trail ride that ended before it even began, some new features that dropped in the OnX mapping app, and I talk about my impressions of the Abbree AR-8118 GMRS radio after having a chance to use it on a trip. I go into how the Dirt Road Tourist got its name in the beginning. There’s a ton of ground to cover in this one, so click on the episode, and...

California is up to what California does best, pass regulations that affect the rest of the country. This one has the potential to affect one of the things we rely on in the backcountry the most: our tires. If you love Offroad travel, and maintain a built rig, you should take the time to read up on what has been proposed. And, as always, thank you so much for listening, subscribing, rating. You fo...

In this episode, we head to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. We’re stuck at home on this holiday weekend of torrential rainfall - badly-needed, admittedly - but we’re still talking about all the cool stuff we discovered exploring the Outer Banks islands from Kitty Hawk all the way down to Frisco and Hatteras. I ask for the audiences’ help on a couple of questions; seriously, folks, help a podcas...

On this episode, we talk about our recent trip to Florida, and our upcoming trip to the N.C. Outer Banks. We also talk about ways to keep unwelcome guests in the outdoors - ticks, chiggers, mosquitoes - at bay when you're camping, and talk about what to look for in your repellent products. I've enjoyed having Susan on the podcast with me, and I'm working on some better audio solutions...

In this episode, Susan and I share lessons learned from 6 years of overlanding. Learn from our mistakes, and find out how to pick out the right gear - and even the right vehicle - for your style of travel. Overlanding is expensive enough without having to purchase costly items multiple times, so listen in as we recount some of the things we wish we would have done differently!

Today, I sit down with my wife, Susan, to talk about our recent trip to wheel in the Croatan National Forest, and also to score some treats in nearby Swansboro, and lunch at a GREAT barbecue restaurant we found in Hubert, NC. We talk about upcoming trips and the current situation with Bonnie, our Tacoma OR. Settle in and listen as we tackle the Croatan!

I've got no topic for this episode, so I use it as a clearinghouse for a bunch of things I wanted to talk about. I give a huge thanks to my lovely wife, Susan, for giving the gift of new overlanding gear for Valentine's Day! I talk about some new features in OnX, some of my favorite podcasts returning from the dead; listen up because there's a little bit of everything in this one!

Should overlanders be peppers? You don't have to be a conspiracy theorist. I won't speculate on the existence of zombies, but I will point out that over three million Americans are displaced from their homes - at least temporarily - by natural disasters every year. If you can't be at home, a well-built overlanding rig can be the next best thing, but is it really ready? Sitting out ther...

Join me for a whole new season! In this episode, I talk about some travel trends that are shaping up to be big for Overlanding. I also talk about trips and events we have planned for the year. Tread Lightly! figures heavily into my New Year's resolution and it should in yours too. All that, and I drop some new beats as well. Links for the show notes: ⁠Tread Lightly!⁠ ⁠Southeast Overland Campin...

This episode covers my trip down to the Croatan National Forest. Friday night was COLD (yeah, stop laughing, northerners, it was cold for down here), but we had a great campfire to stay warm by. This will be the final episode of the Dirt Road Tourist... for 2025, LOL! Mash that subscribe button to hear what's coming next year. As promised, find the links below to Venture Unknown Foundation &am...

I talk about vehicle needs for overlanding, and give you my first impressions of a brand new GPS mapping app on the block! An app called NoRoads has burst onto the overlanding scene, and I've taken the time to check it out.

On this episode, we go the George Washington National Forest, and not have lunch where we intended! I give my first impression reviews on the Moon Lence camping chairs, and our new NatureNest Polaris Plus RTT. I have some updates about the Dirt Road Tourist website, and talk about the upcoming Sweep Up The Southeast event, organized by the Venture Unknown Foundation. Check out the link below. Link...

In this episode, I talk about our Veterans' Day weekend visit to Uwharrie. I also drop some Christmas gift ideas for the overlander on your list. If you're one of my family who follows the podcast, now you don't have to ask...

Been a while, but I'm back behind the mic! In this episode I talk about how the purchase of a drawer system cascaded into changing every piece of major gear on the rig, and things to consider before you make a single-item upgrade on yours.

On this episode, I talk with author, actor/producer & adventurer, Wells Jones. He is a veteran of the Navy Antarctic Pararescue service, a dual-sport overland traveler, and has even trekked across the deserts of Saudi Arabia on a camel. Listen in as we talk about everything from overlanding to skydiving to running with the bulls in Pamplona. A number of links are mentioned during our conversat...

Have finally gotten the Overland Vehicle Systems Expedition Cap mounted onto the Tacoma, and I talk about how the install went, as well as my first impressions about the quality of the bed cap. If you've been looking for an un-sponsored, unbiased review of the OVS Expedition Cap, tune in; you'll find it here. I also talk more about the Southeast Backcountry Discovery Route, which I want to...

Yeah, I took a bit of a break there. There has been a lot going on around home, lately. There's a lot going on with the rig, this spring too, and I talk about that on this episode. The Southeast Overland Camping Event is in the books, and it was a great time! Listen in to where the podcast is headed, and what our rig, Bonnie has in store! As promised, find the link to the Backcountry Discovery...

When you're out on an overlanding trip, you need to be prepared for anything that Mother Nature might throw your way. Be sure you've packed the right clothing for your trip, or it could be a miserable time out there, or even dangerous. I'll talk about the items you need to have with you, whether your trip takes you out in the Summer, Winter, Fall or Spring. With some simple strategies...

This week, I talk about 5 easy DIY projects that will improve life for any overlander. From a convenient way to hang your paper towels, to a pillow that feels just like the one you have at home, but closes down in the RTT, you don't want to miss this one! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/dusty-roads⁠ License code: FBWP395IESI62HQF

If you're making a beeline for the beaches in North Carolina, you're missing out! We take a trip to Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, and spent a Saturday exploring all of the FSRs in the park, all to ourselves. Yes, we saw nobody. That never happens. If you want to learn about a place where you can get away from the crowds, tune in!

Overlanding in North Carolina? If you’re only going to Cape Lookout & the mountains, and skipping the rest of the state, you’re missing out on some hidden gems! Discover an overlanding destination in the Old North State that you may have overlooked. I’ll talk about a couple of upcoming trips, and how to keep your rig ready for your adventures throughout the year.  https://www.tntoverlander.com...

You got yourself a new diesel heater, and now you're wondering about the best way to power it on your trips? Look no further, I've got the tips on how to get that thing spun up and keeping you toasty all night, and on a budget too! This may be a gateway drug to building out a house battery system, but you'll thank me later, when you decide to add a 12v refrigerator to the mix. But for...

Whether you’re packing to jet off to Europe, or heading out on an Overlanding adventure, what’s one thing that you always take with you? A toiletry bag, of course! But there are a few things that you may want to pack differently for an Overlanding trip. Today, I’ll ‘come clean’ about what I pack in my dopp kit, so tune in! Murphy’s Naturals Insect Balm:     https://a.co/d/gJhWB97 Panasonic Travel...

When you want to head out onto the open road, see a national monument, venture down a rocky trail, and camp by a pristine lake - all in one trip - then there’s only one vehicle that can take you to all of the places you want to go. In this episode, I talk about the ultimate travel vehicle, and why you should consider building one out, if you are a serious traveler, and curious about the world arou...