8 minute Overlanding observations video by our very First BROTM winner, and our First BROTM repeat winner: @DesertChief
"The overlanding trend had its moment—rooftop tents were everywhere, bed racks loaded with gear, and Instagram feeds filled with over-staged "adventure" shots. But now, the trend is collapsing. The casuals who thought they could buy their way into this lifestyle have packed it up, sold their rigs, and moved on. And honestly? That’s the best thing that could’ve happened for most hardcore off-road enthusiasts. The trails are quieter, the campgrounds are less crowded, and the people left standing are the ones who were always in it for the right reasons.
In this opinionated episode, Matt breaks down why overlanding exploded, why it’s fading fast, and why that’s a win for real off-roaders. From the slow death of rooftop tents to how manufacturers are now offering factory-built adventure rigs that eliminate the need for over-the-top builds, it’s happening all over the US. But is this really the end of overlanding, or is it just evolving? Watch and decide for yourself. "
"The overlanding trend had its moment—rooftop tents were everywhere, bed racks loaded with gear, and Instagram feeds filled with over-staged "adventure" shots. But now, the trend is collapsing. The casuals who thought they could buy their way into this lifestyle have packed it up, sold their rigs, and moved on. And honestly? That’s the best thing that could’ve happened for most hardcore off-road enthusiasts. The trails are quieter, the campgrounds are less crowded, and the people left standing are the ones who were always in it for the right reasons.
In this opinionated episode, Matt breaks down why overlanding exploded, why it’s fading fast, and why that’s a win for real off-roaders. From the slow death of rooftop tents to how manufacturers are now offering factory-built adventure rigs that eliminate the need for over-the-top builds, it’s happening all over the US. But is this really the end of overlanding, or is it just evolving? Watch and decide for yourself. "
