Ultimate Overland Build
2025 ULTIMATE BUILDS
Each year, the Overland Expo Foundation coordinates a vehicle and motorcycle build that brings together industry brand partners and overland vehicle builders to create a pair of vehicles that exhibit the newest products and innovation in the overland community each year. Once complete, each build is put up for auction on Bring a Trailer at no reserve and the highest bidder takes home a piece of overland history. The proceeds from the auction go to benefit all of the work being done at the Overland Expo Foundation.
Past ULTIMATE BUILDS
2025
GMC Sierra 2500HD AT4X
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
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While plenty of GMC trucks are built for adventure, with the introduction of the Canyon AT4X, GMC is redefining off-roading for mid-size trucks. With a bold new look, a totally redesigned interior, and a host of extreme off-roading hardware and innovative tech, the GMC Canyon AT4X was the perfect starting point for our mid-size Ultimate Overland Build. Every modification was carefully thought out by the Overland Expo team and our build partner, Peak Suspension, so as not to detract from the premium ride quality, comfort, and drivability that GMC trucks are known for.
Read the Build Story
While plenty of GMC trucks are built for adventure, with the introduction of the Canyon AT4X, GMC is redefining off-roading for mid-size trucks. With a bold new look, a totally redesigned interior, and a host of extreme off-roading hardware and innovative tech, the GMC Canyon AT4X was the perfect starting point for our mid-size Ultimate Overland Build. Every modification was carefully thought out by the Overland Expo team and our build partner, Peak Suspension, so as not to detract from the premium ride quality, comfort, and drivability that GMC trucks are known for.
Suzuki V-STROM 800DE
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
2024
GMC Canyon AT4X
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Read the Build Story
While plenty of GMC trucks are built for adventure, with the introduction of the Canyon AT4X, GMC is redefining off-roading for mid-size trucks. With a bold new look, a totally redesigned interior, and a host of extreme off-roading hardware and innovative tech, the GMC Canyon AT4X was the perfect starting point for our mid-size Ultimate Overland Build. Every modification was carefully thought out by the Overland Expo team and our build partner, Peak Suspension, so as not to detract from the premium ride quality, comfort, and drivability that GMC trucks are known for.
Read the Build Story
While plenty of GMC trucks are built for adventure, with the introduction of the Canyon AT4X, GMC is redefining off-roading for mid-size trucks. With a bold new look, a totally redesigned interior, and a host of extreme off-roading hardware and innovative tech, the GMC Canyon AT4X was the perfect starting point for our mid-size Ultimate Overland Build. Every modification was carefully thought out by the Overland Expo team and our build partner, Peak Suspension, so as not to detract from the premium ride quality, comfort, and drivability that GMC trucks are known for.
URAL GEAR UP
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
2023
Lexus LX600
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Read the Build Story
Starting with the venerable 2022 LX600, we’ve outfitted it with the best overlanding gear on the market today including several first-ever overland components for the all-new full-size platform. Stay tuned here as Overland Expo’s staff of seasoned overlanders take the rig on their own adventures throughout the year capturing stories and demonstrating just how good the LX 600 and our ultimate gear is on the trail.
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Starting with the 2023 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro — Overland Expo has outfitted the bike with the latest and greatest adventure moto gear. We will take it on overland adventures throughout the year, demonstrating just how good the Tiger and our ultimate gear is on the trail.
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Off Grid Trailers Pando 2.0
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Read the Build Story
Starting with the venerable 2022 LX600, we’ve outfitted it with the best overlanding gear on the market today including several first-ever overland components for the all-new full-size platform. Stay tuned here as Overland Expo’s staff of seasoned overlanders take the rig on their own adventures throughout the year capturing stories and demonstrating just how good the LX 600 and our ultimate gear is on the trail.
2022
GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
Read the Build Story
With the surge in overlanding, 4×4 trucks and SUVs have never been more in demand. A small selection of factory-built, overland-ready vehicles is backed by a vast aftermarket industry capable of turning a competent stock truck into a true, trail-devouring overland rig.
But sorting through the endless array of parts to identify the strongest, most reliable gear can be overwhelming. After all, a product’s cool appearance doesn’t guarantee it can endure thousands of miles of rugged travel.
To help cut through the noise—and to motivate new overlanders to gear up, gain confidence, and embark on their own adventures—Overland Expo is creating its own Ultimate Overland Vehicle.
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Today’s adventure motorcyclists have more options than ever. With a huge range of brands producing smart, lightweight, and durable accessories, hitting the trail has become safer, simpler, and more enjoyable—and the motorcycles themselves are more capable and advanced than at any point in the past.
Still, in such a broad and varied market, figuring out where to begin, what gear to invest in, and which companies to rely on can be overwhelming. To help more riders get equipped, inspired, and out on their own overland adventures, Overland Expo is creating its own Ultimate Overland Motorcycle for 2022.
Yamaha Ténéré 700
Each year the Overland Expo team selects a vehicle that embodies the overland lifestyle. Then the latest and greatest gear is assembled to make the build ready for any adventure. The build is donated to the Overland Expo Foundation and auctioned off on BringaTrailer.com. The Ultimate Overland Vehicle Build goes home with the highest bidder, and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to advocating for responsible land use and restoration, promoting safety and preparedness, and fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
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There are so many great ways to get involved with the Overland Expo Foundation! Learn more about how together we can make a difference.