Chris Collard
With decades of experience under his belt as a photojournalist, Chris’ work has been featured in National Geographic Adventure, New York Times, Cigar Aficionado, and dozens of automotive publications, and he was the Editor-in-Chief Overland Journal. As the North America correspondent to publications on five continents, he has reported on events ranging from the Dakar Rally to Malaysian Rainforest Challenge, traversed all seven continents by four-wheel drive, and led expeditions in Africa, Australia, and Central America. Commercial clients include Jeep, Red Bull, Ram Trucks, and Six Speed Media, and 2015 he was inducted into the Off Road Motorsports Hall of Fame as a pioneering journalist. When not working, he might be found on a remote Baja playa or The Office (his sailboat) sipping fine tequila and waiting for a tailwind.
Trips & TalesPole to Pole: Transglobal Car Expedition Begins Journey
The Transglobal Car Expedition sets off to circumnavigate Earth via both poles, merging adventure travel with polar science and environmental research.
EventsEscaping the Chaos: OVR Outpost at King of the Hammers
Discover the OVR Outpost—an overland retreat in Johnson Valley at King of the Hammers with workshops, campfire stories, and race action just minutes from Hammertown.
First Look2025 Ram 1500 First Drive: Hurricane Power Replaces the Hemi
The 2025 Ram 1500 drops the legendary Hemi for the twin-turbo Hurricane I6. We test its power, tech upgrades, off-road capability, and towing performance.
ArticleProtecting OHV Access: Land Advocacy, Wilderness, and the Future of Overlanding
Dive into the hard conversation on wilderness designation, OHV access, and land advocacy. Learn from experts how to protect trails and balance preservation with adventure.
Trips & TalesRovicon V: Joining the Northern California Land Rover Club for the Annual Rubicon Adventure
When I received an invite from friend Jesse Coombs to ride shotgun in his D90, I said, “Sure, sounds awesome.” What I didn’t know was that we would be joined by several dozen members of the Northern California Land Rover Club (NCLR). The cause for this rendezvous was their fifth annual Rovicon Adventure.
DestinationsAncient Maghreb: Exploring Morocco with a 21st Century Sahrawi Nomad
Though I was reeling from a shoulder injury, lacerations on my left leg, and a nasty case of diarrhea, I was there to experience Morocco and bailing out was not in the cards.
DestinationsOf Elephants, Smugglers & Extortionists: On the Hunt in the African Bush
An Overland Tale from Kenya: Of Elephants, Smugglers & Extortionists in the African Bush.