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Overlanding and off-roading are not only good for the soul, they're also good for our mental and physical health. From less stress and better sleep, to building wonderful friendships, there many aspects of overlanding that can have a positive impact on every aspect of your health and well-being.

Every New Year since I started TrailRecon, I would always set some pretty lofty goals for the coming year’s adventures. But not this year. Maybe my motto for 2023 should be “less is more” because I’ve decided to pull back a little and not have a jam-packed calendar. I plan to give myself a little more time to relax and enjoy each journey. It’s my hope that by giving myself this space and freedom, things will unfold naturally.

Buying a new set of aftermarket wheels for your off-road vehicle is one of the coolest things you can do to personalize the look of your rig, but you should factor in some very important specifications like the wheel's material, its weight, the size of the wheel and your tires, or you could impact your vehicle's performance on and off the road. So here are 9 important things you need to know before you buy those shiny new wheels.

The Origins of TrailRecon  How did a retired Navy master chief end up being the creator of one of the most popular off-road and overland channels on YouTube? That’s a question Brad Kowitz, creator of TrailRecon, gets asked a

Buying an off-road camper trailer for your travels is a big decision and there are lots of pros and cons to consider before shelling out your hard-earned cash for one. To help, we wanted to share our thoughts about all the advantages, disadvantages, and things to look for if you’re in the market for an off-road trailer for your overlanding adventures.   

Looking for the perfect present this holiday season? From stocking stuffers to gifts that wow, we've put together our 2022 holiday gift guide of camping and off-road gear that is sure to have something for all the overlanders and on your list. 

Enthusiasm for the off-road and overland community inspired us to partner with Merus Adventure Park in Texas to host the inaugural TrailRecon Summit. We designed this event with community at its heart and we deliberately created an environment in which people could connect with each other, learn from each other, and build relationships that would enrich their lives.

When things don't go according to plan on your adventure, having a positive attitude is key!

These 15 tips for good manners are practiced by seasoned off-roaders when enjoying a day on the trail. These guidelines help ensure we all have a great time off-roading and stay safe while doing it.    

Overland Expo West is a Wrap! More than 20,000 people attended the 2022 Overland Expo in Flagstaff, Arizona, and it is hands-down my favorite annual overland event. I love how it brings together an amazing community of like-minded

My goal at Overland Expo West 2022 was to find to find at least five things that would make my overland and offroad journey better. Well, I smashed that goal and found 10 things that I love and want to bring along on our overlanding adventures. 

What Is Easter Jeep Safari All About? The Safari is an annual, nine-day event that takes place in Moab, Utah, a Mecca for off-road adventures, where enthusiasts come with their four-wheel drive vehicles to tackles the dozens of trails in the area. 

That’s the question I asked my husband, who has been to several of these events, after I decided to go with him to not one but to all three events this year—

When my dad first mentioned his plan to visit all 50 states, my ears perked up. I got excited about the idea of tagging along to some of the places I had never been to.