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Events10 Rad Rigs from 2026 Overland Expo West
Overland Expo West drew 28,500 attendees to Flagstaff this year, showcasing incredible adventure vehicles from around the world. From a coffee-slinging Subaru Loyale to a wild Nissan Xterra with a V-8 swap, these 10 rigs stood out among the crowd.
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Vehicle FeaturesModified 2022 Subaru Crosstrek: Breaking Every Stock Promise
We promised to keep our 2022 Subaru Crosstrek mostly stock—just exhaust, wheels, and lights. Four years later, it sports a lift, skid plates, roof rack, hitch-mounted spare, and a long list of broken promises that made it better.
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Vehicle FeaturesStudents Build Custom Subaru Forester for 10,000-Mile Arctic Rally
High school automotive enthusiasts are building a custom 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness for the Lilienthals’ 10,000-mile Arctic adventure. The ZenSpeed club members, working under Rally Innovations’ guidance, are outfitting the Forester with premium aftermarket upgrades to tackle the Alcan 5000 Rally and the brutal roads from Alaska to Oregon.
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Vehicle GearBFGoodrich All-Terrain KO3 Review: Evolution of an Icon
The BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO3 is the successor to the wildly popular KO2, promising better wear, improved gravel durability, and enhanced snow traction. After 3,000 miles of testing the BFGoodrich KO3 through mud, snow, and rough terrain, we evaluate whether this latest all-terrain tire lives up to its legendary predecessor and if the KO3 is worth upgrading from the KO2. KO3 improves on KO2 with better wet traction and durability.
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Trips & TalesConquering the TransAmerica Trail’s Western Frontier in a Subaru
The western half of the TransAmerica Trail delivered the ultimate test: 12,000-foot mountain passes, wildfire smoke, sinkholes, and triple-digit heat. Follow the final 14 days of a couple’s coast-to-coast journey as their modified Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness battles extreme elevation, desolate terrain, and nature’s fury from Oklahoma to Oregon’s Pacific shore.
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NewsOVR Issue 19 Explores Balkans, Builds, and Adventure Gear
The February-March 2026 issue of OVR Magazine delivers adventure stories from the Balkans, in-depth vehicle builds including custom Tacomas and Jeeps, first looks at the 2026 Subaru Outback and Jeep Recon, plus gear reviews and SEMA highlights for vehicle-based outdoor enthusiasts.
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Vehicle GearThule Motion 3 L Rooftop Cargo Carrier Review
Swedish brand Thule’s Motion 3 L rooftop cargo box combines sleek aerodynamic design with practical functionality. We put it through its paces over 1,300 miles of rally roads and highway driving to see how this 16-cubic-foot carrier performs.
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First LookFirst Drive: All-New 2026 Subaru Outback Wilderness is Bigger, More Capable, and has a Polarizing Design
Subaru’s redesigned Outback Wilderness trades wagon styling for SUV presence while significantly upgrading off-road capability. We tested the polarizing seventh-generation model on California trails to see if enhanced ground clearance, aluminum underbody protection, and advanced tech justify the controversial new look.
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NewsOVR Issue 18 Is On Newsstands Now!
Looking for the ultimate resource for vehicle-based outdoor adventure? OVR Issue 18 delivers with epic overland journeys, in-depth vehicle features, and essential gear reviews for enthusiasts who live for the trail.
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First LookFirst Drive: the All-New Seventh-Generation 2026 Subaru Outback is Bolder, Boxier, and Ready for Adventure
Subaru’s all-new seventh-generation 2026 Outback debuts with controversial styling that’s dividing enthusiasts. We tested the redesigned wagon in Sedona’s rugged terrain to see if the bold changes deliver on capability and comfort, or if loyal fans should stick with older models.
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Trips & TalesConquering the TransAmerica Trail’s Challenging Central Route in a Subaru Crosstrek
The middle section of the TransAmerica Trail delivers relentless weather challenges, treacherous clay hills, and technical obstacles that test both vehicle and driver across five states.
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First LookQuick Drive: the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Returns as a Non-Plug-In-Electric Hybrid
Subaru’s refined 2026 Crosstrek hybrid combines 597-mile range with mechanical all-wheel drive, delivering improved fuel economy without sacrificing off-road capability for outdoor enthusiasts.
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First LookTested: 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD Overlander Reviewed
The sixth-generation Subaru Forester gets a new Wilderness variant built from the ground up for off-pavement adventures. We tested the 2026 Forester Wilderness to see if it delivers as a capable AWD overlander with improved ground clearance, better approach angles, and enhanced off-road features.
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Trips & TalesConquering the TransAmerica Trail’s Eastern Section in a Subaru Crosstrek
What if you threw speed out the window and explored rural America off-road the slowest way possible? We conquered the TransAmerica Trail’s eastern section in 29 days, covering 7,163 miles from Atlantic to Pacific. This first installment details our journey through North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee in a modified 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness.
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First LookThe Long-Awaited 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is Here: Is it Everything You Want in an AWD Adventure Rig?
Explore the new 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid—enhanced AWD, 581-mile range, and off-road capability make it a solid choice for eco-minded overland travel.
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MotorsportsThe 2025 Thunderbird Rally: Snow, Precise Timing, and Car Culture
Join the Lilienthals in the 2025 Thunderbird Rally, a snow-packed TSD competition through British Columbia. Precision, teamwork, and car culture at its finest!
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MotorsportsTackling the TransAmerica Trail: The Lilienthals are Piloting a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Off-Road Across the Entire U.S.!
Join the Lilienthals as they conquer the 7,100-mile TransAmerica Trail in a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness, testing its off-road prowess with key upgrades.
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DIY/How ToBilstein B8 TerraSport Installation: The Ultimate Suspension Upgrade for Subaru Crosstrek and CUV Overlanders
Discover how Bilstein’s B8 TerraSport suspension transforms Subaru Crosstreks and other CUVs with improved ride quality, ground clearance, and off-road performance. Perfect for adventurers seeking a real lift solution.
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NewsRebelle Rally First Place Finish For Milestar Tires
Carey Lando Finishes First Place in X-Cross Division on Patagonia A/T Pro Tires.
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First Look2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness First-Drive Impressions
Subaru’s Smallest SUV Gets a Big Personality Upgrade: I drove the Crosstrek Wilderness on- and off-road across southern Utah and through Zion National Park to test its capabilities.