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RAYS Offroad M6 Wheel Debuts Bold Sunlight Silver Finish
RAYS Offroad expands its M6 Power Design Wheel lineup with a striking new DC/Side Sunlight Silver colorway, joining existing Matte Black and Dark Bronze finishes for the winter 2026–2027 delivery window.
Optima Launches RedTop Battery With Advanced hAGM+ Technology
Optima Batteries has unveiled the new RedTop RH6 and RH7 with hAGM+ technology — a significant upgrade engineered to meet the growing electrical demands of today’s most capable and feature-loaded vehicles.
Win a $7,500 California Surf Road Trip With Sandy Vans
Sandy Vans is giving one lucky winner a fully hosted, four-day California surf road trip valued at $7,500 — including an adventure van, coastal stops and a visit to a Super Secret Location
Ocotillo on the Rocks Returns to Anza-Borrego Desert This Fall
Agile Offroad is bringing the overland community back to Southern California’s Anza-Borrego Desert this October for five days of training, trail running, and desert adventure.
REDARC REDWorks Power Panels Simplify Mobile Vehicle Power
REDARC’s new REDWorks Power Panels deliver pre-wired, installation-ready mobile power systems for overlanders, work vehicles, vans, and RVs — no parts hunting required.
KC HiLiTES FLEX ERA 4 Mini Delivers Big Performance in Compact Form
KC HiLiTES brings the proven performance of the FLEX ERA 4 into a smaller, more versatile package — meet the new FLEX ERA 4 Mini.
RAYS VOLK RACING TE37V Marks 30 Years With Anniversary Edition
RAYS is marking 30 years of the iconic TE37 with a limited anniversary edition of the VOLK RACING TE37V, featuring heritage-inspired finishes and details drawn straight from the original design.
Mountain Hatch Returns Home With Atlas Offroad Partnership
Two Southern California brands with shared roots in trucks, trail culture, and American-made gear are joining forces — and Mountain Hatch is coming home.
AEV Launches 4-Inch DualSport RT Lift for Ford Super Duty
American Expedition Vehicles has released a 4-inch lift system for 2023-and-newer Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks, with support for tires up to 40 inches and a focus on geometry, stability, and load-carrying capability.
Milestar Patagonia Tires Conquer 1,000 Miles at Unreal Adventure
Twenty-three Milestar-equipped vehicles just finished one of North America’s toughest off-road endurance events — and the brand’s all-new Patagonia MT Pro didn’t miss a beat across more than 1,000 miles of brutal terrain.
Odin Hardware Tuff Mount Gives Starlink Mini Full Adjustability
Odin Hardware’s new Tuff Mount gives Starlink Mini users up to 30 degrees of tilt and 360 degrees of rotation, so terrain, trees and awkward campsites no longer dictate your connection.
RAYS Launches Racing Air Gauge and Carbon Leather Key Ring
RAYS is growing its Official Gear collection with two new Japan-made accessories built for enthusiasts who sweat the details — a precision tire pressure gauge and a carbon-look leather key ring.
ORBA Directory Connects Off-Road Groups With Trail Funding Sources
The Off-Road Business Association has compiled a directory of grant programs to help clubs and nonprofits fund trail maintenance, access work, and rider education projects.
RAYS Celebrates 30 Years of the Iconic VOLK RACING TE37 at 2026 SEMA Show
RAYS is marking 30 years of the VOLK RACING TE37 with a special anniversary wheel series and its first official display at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
First Look: Batch eAF.1 Fat-Tire Electric Bike
Batch has introduced the eAF.1, a fat-tire electric bicycle combining a 750-watt rear hub motor, wide 26x4.0-inch tires and an integrated cargo rack for riders who need capable, practical transportation on and off pavement.
AEV Expands GM Truck Lineup With Wheels and Splash Guards
American Expedition Vehicles expands its GM truck accessories lineup with a new Gloss Black finish for the Crestone DualSport Wheel and purpose-built splash guards for both light and heavy duty Silverado and Sierra models.
2026 NORRA 500 Full Schedule Released for October Baja Racing
The 2026 NORRA 500 has released its full schedule of events, bringing two days of Baja rally racing, a Safari Expedition, FanFest, and finish line celebrations to Ensenada and San Quintín this October.
Vital Lyfe Access Brings Portable Desalination to the Backcountry
A new portable filtration system from Vital Lyfe promises on-demand clean water from virtually any source — including seawater — for under $750.
Save $50 on REDARC's Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller This Fall
REDARC is taking $50 off its compact, proportional Tow-Pro Liberty trailer brake controller this fall — a timely deal for overlanders heading into camping season.
Method Race Wheels Launches the 710-HD Bead Grip Wheel
Method Race Wheels’ new 710-HD Bead Grip combines patented bead-locking technology, race-derived engineering and heavy-duty load ratings up to 4,500 pounds for drivers who refuse to compromise on the trail.
Dometic Launches the All-New Slimline 3 Roof Rack System
Dometic has unveiled the Slimline 3, the most advanced roof rack the company has ever produced — and the first product in its new Front Runner Series. Lighter and lower-profile than its predecessor, it’s engineered for adventurers who refuse to compromise.
Midland MXT295 PRO Brings Bluetooth Freedom to GMRS Communication
Midland’s new MXT295 PRO MicroMobile radio is the brand’s boldest communication upgrade yet — featuring the first-ever wireless Bluetooth-enabled microphone in its lineup, IP67 durability, and built-in intercom capability for $299.99.
Ride1Up Portola 02 Folds In Serious Utility Upgrades
Ride1Up has overhauled its popular folding utility eBike with a new frame, dual-sensor pedal assist, and two battery configurations designed to handle more of what the trail — and the road — demands.
California’s New Tire Rules: What Off-Road Owners Need to Know
California has approved the nation’s first minimum efficiency standards for replacement tires. Early reports called it a ban on aftermarket tires — the truth is more complicated, and more nuanced, than that.
PinDrop Travel Trailers Marks Eight Years of American-Made Excellence
Award-winning PinDrop Travel Trailers invites owners, fans, and the curious to its 8-Year Anniversary Celebration and Open House in Historic Miami, Arizona, on October 10, 2026 — factory tours, live music, and a pop-up movie night included.
AEV FX370 Package Brings 37-Inch Capability to Ford Super Duty
AEV’s new FX370 Package transforms the Ford Super Duty into a fully engineered 37-inch platform — no piecemeal builds, no fitment guesswork, just one complete and capable truck.
Dragonfly Energy Acquires Dakota Lithium to Expand Battery Portfolio
Dragonfly Energy has acquired Dakota Lithium, bringing a second established battery brand into its portfolio and expanding the range of lithium power options available to overlanders, RV owners, and outdoor enthusiasts.
Backcountry Table Festival Unites Outdoor Cooking and Adventure Community
A new three-day festival coming to Whitewater Mountain Resort this September promises campfire meals, hands-on workshops, and a community built around cooking and adventure in the Kootenays.
Fox Bravo Overland Needs Your Vote to Win Defender Award
Texas-based veteran nonprofit Fox Bravo Overland has been named a finalist in the 2026 Defender Service Awards. They’re in the running for a Defender 130 and $30,000 — but winning requires your daily vote through August 14.
C6 Outdoor’s Rev Tent Gen 2 Is a Smarter Sleep Outside
C6 Outdoor has unveiled the second generation of its Rev Tent — a smarter, more versatile camping shelter built around one founding belief: a real mattress changes everything.
RAYS Marks 30 Years of the Iconic VOLK RACING TE37
RAYS is marking three decades of one of the most respected forged wheels in the aftermarket with limited 30th Anniversary editions of the VOLK RACING TE37 — and they’re worth a close look.