Jonathan Hanson
Jonathan Hanson’s overlanding experience encompasses more than 200,000 miles across six continents, from the Sahara, Atacama, and Simpson Deserts to Arctic Tundra. He has written for over two dozen magazines, and is the co-author, with Tom Sheppard, of the Vehicle-dependent Expedition Guide, the bible of overland travel. His wife, Roseann, created the Overland Expo in 2009 and they ran it for ten years. Together Jonathan and Roseann have worked extensively on wildlife conservation issues, particularly in the American Southwest and East Africa.
Contact info
- Website:
- exploringoverland.com
Start HereDriving Skills: Getting a Handle On Driving Side-Slopes
I remember my first experience negotiating a side slope in my 1973 Toyota Land Cruiser—some decades ago now. I was a rank novice, learning the basics of low-range driving by trial and error on the trails in the mountains east of Tucson.
Start HereAvoid That Sinking Feeling: What to Know About Driving In Sand
Star here for this essential driving skill. Avoid that sinking feeling by leanring about driving in sand.
Start HereRepairing Off-Road Tires: Be Your Own Tire Repair Shop Out on the Trail
Don’t get stranded due to a flat tire while on the trail. With a few tools, a good air compressor, and a proper repair kit, you can handle any tire mishap short of a shredded blowout.
Start HereBuilding For Longevity: 6 Modifications That Are Better Left Off Your Overland Expedition Vehicle
There’s a big difference between a vehicle equipped to tackle 4x4 trails on the weekend and one equipped to cross a continent. Here are 6 things to leave off your long distance overland vehicle.
Start HereTools of the Trail: Putting an Essential Toolkit Together for the Adventure Ahead
By far the most quality-critical component of your tool kit is a ratchet and socket set, particularly a larger, 1/2-inch set.