The All Things Overlanding Podcast

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I'm talking through some tips for people wanting to record their Overland adventures. I didn't start my YouTube channel to try to turn it into a big thing, but rather to record trips to share with family and friends.  Over the last couple of years, I've learned a ton about the basics of recording my trips and how to improve. So, if you've ever thought abou...

I'm super excited about today's interview because I was lucky enough to connect with Eva Rupert from Overland Expo (yes, that Overland Expo). They have a newer event called Overland Expo Mountain West that is happening at the end of August, so check out the links below to learn more about it! Eva was awesome and has tons of two and four wheel seat time. So, listen in to learn more about Eva, her h...

On this week's episode, I'm talking with Will from Venture2Roam again. We're running through our top few picks for Overlanding YouTube channels and talking about why we love them.  Listen in for some recommendations and ideas for who to check out! Also, listed below are links to their channels if you want to subscribe! Fletch's picks: Ozark Overland Adventures:   https://www.youtube.com/...

First of all, let me apologize because while editing, I noticed that there are a couple of small spots where the internet connection wasn't cooperating. I edited out as many of the bad ones as possible, but there are a couple of jitters. A special thanks to subscriber ahoward2kable for the request/suggestion for this episode. Will from Venture2Roam and I had a great time chatting about the mistake...

As I was leaving the woods from a 3 day, 2 night camping trip with my 8 year old, we both realized that we needed to take a shower. That got me thinking again about options for doing that while camping.  I've looked into a lot of options and I've got some thoughts/opinions on them all so I wanted to quickly talk through those options. As always, I'd love to hear from you all on what you do fo...

Before anyone freaks out. No, nothing is wrong with the Xterra, but it is getting up there in age and mileage, so with a friend recently picking up a new rig and being super excited, plus starting to mod that, it made me think about what I would do if the Xterra died tomorrow. So, watch along and post up in the comments below with your thoughts. What would you do? Which option would you choose if...

This episode was a little tough for me. If you weren't aware, my Dad passed away about a month ago. It was pretty tough news to get and it's taken me some time to wrap my head around it, but the more that I think about it and the legacy he left behind, the more it made me realize just exactly why I spend so much time trying to teach my kids about the things I love.  I also think that part of...

You may have heard me say that I'm terrible at navigation. That's not really something that you want to admit to as an "Overlander," but it's true for me.  However, I'm working to get better and the first step towards that is picking up Gaia GPS. I've used Google Maps for quite a while now, but the downside is that they become almost useless when there's no cell service.  Plus, Gaia is j...

On this week's episode of the podcast/vlog, I've been going through a bit of withdraw since I haven't been able to go on a trip for a while now. So, I've been thinking a lot about an upcoming trip in a couple of weeks.  That gave me the idea for this vlog, which is what makes Overlanding so special and what I look forward to when prepping for future trips. These are just my ideas, but I'd lov...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I've got a special guest. Will from Venture2Roam (a great YouTube channel). We're probably going to do more of these so I hope you enjoy!  This week, we're talking about our best and worst dispersed camping spots that we've ever had. Also, we talk through how we find our spots so you'll get multiple perspectives and some tips and tricks for finding spots y...

On this episode, I'm going to be talking about a few ways that I've come across issues that required creative inventions in order to solve for them. I think this will be helpful to get your creative juices flowing for how to improve your own setup without spending a ton of money on expensive gear. If you're cheap like me or just like engineering your own solutions to problems, check it out! A huge...

On this week's episode, I'm talking about how I've recently been feeling a bit like an imposter when talking about Overlanding or vehicle modifications. I wanted to talk about this because I think we've all felt this way at one point or another. When you post up on a social media network, excited about a new piece of gear or modification you've made to your vehicle, only to be shot down by a ton o...

On this week's episode, my 8 year old is joining me to talk through a trip we took recently where we experienced a group that wasn't acting very considerately.  The tone of the episode isn't meant to be judgmental, but rather educational for folks that haven't been out in National Forests or similar dispersed camping areas.  I hope it starts a good conversation in the comments below for...

On this week's episode, I saw a blog article that Trail Built posted on their website which made me think back through all of the different iterations/types of tires I've had on my Xterra.  This will be a really high level overview so if you're a tire pro, this may be pretty basic. However, if you're newer to trying to figure out which tire will work best for your Overlanding application, the...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog I teamed up with the guys from Rogue Overland to chat through how we've both evolved our setups to optimize our storage solutions.  The info is good for anyone that's into Overlanding, but especially if you drive an Xterra, there are some good Xterra specific ideas on this video/podcast.  A huge thanks to Nick from Rogue Overlanding for taking the time...

On this week's episode, I wanted to talk about what I've seen with spots that have been shared (not with any of you, but in general) and why I'm not going to be publicly sharing any spots with coordinates in future videos or on social media. I'd love for this to be a conversation, so post up or hop over on Facebook or the YouTube community tab and let's chat about it. Or, post in the comments on t...

On this week's episode of the podcast/vlog I wanted to touch on my top 3 cheap, easy Overlanding/Camping meals that are my go to's on a lot of trips. I like these because they all require overlapping gear so that the necessary stuff to bring is very light and reusable. Also, they're quick and easy to make but also delicious (in my opinion).  As always, I'm sure you all have a million other id...

On this episode, I'm diving deep into how I find holes in my setup and processes around Overlanding. Then I go into how I prioritize and solve for those issues. The intention of this vlog is to help you find ways to make your gear and trips better. Post up in the comments with how you solve problems and prioritize gear purchases! As promised, here are links to the current chairs I've settled on af...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I wanted to talk about the impact of sponsorship on the creation of Overlanding content. I'm really curious to hear your opinions in the comments once you listen/watch!  Let me know whether you think sponsorship of Overlanding content is a good thing or a bad thing! A huge thanks to my featured partners: Trailbuilt Offroad (everything wheels and tires-this...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I've been seeing so much negativity and over analysis of the definition of the term Overlanding that it's getting to be a bit too much. As people constantly bash new Overlanders in Facebook groups and on forums for putting their builds out there or asking questions about Overlanding related topics, I wanted to start a discussion about how we can start to change...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, it's a really fun one. I'm talking to Ken Farley, AKA Dr. Deathwobble about his family's shop, Expedition Vehicle Outfitters. They've done multiple SEMA builds, taken some amazing trips, and with 20 years in business, they're pros based out of Michigan for all your Overlanding build needs.  So, listen in and drop any questions or comments below! Looking fo...

FYI podcast listeners, this is a long one and it was a "YouTube Live" recording. I tried my best to make sure that I read questions from people on the live stream out loud. So, hopefully it's still fun to listen to!  Unfortunately, I still haven't gotten back my MacBook so I still can't edit anything, but hopefully this week I'll get it back and it will be business as usual. So, let's hang ou...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I'm talking through the top 10 pieces of gear or mods that I've added over the last few years that truly changed my Overlanding trips for the better. Not just things that added a bit of convenience, but things that made a significant difference in how I explore and camp. Here are any links I mentioned during the video to make finding things easy: Bumper and win...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I do a lot of my own maintenance and modifications. I even build a lot of my own rig mods and make changes to my gear to optimize it for my use. But, is that always the right decision?  When does it make sense to DIY and when does it just make more sense to buy a piece of gear? When does it make sense to do your own maintenance or take it to a dealership o...

On this episode of the podcast/vlog, I just got back from the MOORE Expo in Springfield, Missouri and it was fantastic. There were so many amazing vendors, tons of awesome featured rigs, and a bunch of great people to meet.  Watch the video for tons of pictures, videos, and more from the show! Here are the links mentioned in the video: Overland Cookware:   https://overlandcookware.com/?r...