The Average Overlanders Podcast

11 Days In The West: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP8

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared are back hanging in the studio. Jared just wrapped an 11 day trip through seven western states. We recap his trip spending a few days in...

Good Times With Dadi8or: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP7

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared are finally getting to hangout with a long time listener, plus friend of the show and now friend in real life, Omar. Better known on the...

The Land Beaver Travels East: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP6

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our buddy Norm, AKA the Land Beaver, is back hanging out with us in the studio. He's fresh off a 3 week trip covering a lot of ground. We get to hear ...

White Rim Trail & The 395: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP5

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jared and Ben are hanging out and catching up this week. They both recently got back from multi day trips but in two different areas. Ben went with a ...

Jess2 Re-Routing: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP4

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're getting to hangout with the ladies from Jess2 Re-Routing! Jess @archtrooper.jl has been on the show with us before but this is our first time me...

Adventure Rig: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP3

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We got a chance to hangout with Will @aventure_rig. He had some interesting stories to share with us. What it's been like living in his 70 series Land...

Our PNW Adventures: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP2

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We had some special guests in town this week stop by the podcast. We're joined by Brian and Marisa from Our PNW Adventures. They have a YouTube channe...

Fire & Southwest Travels: The Average Overlanders: S5. EP1

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from the holidays! It's the first episode of the new year and we're kicking off Season 5! At the time, there are large fires happening in C...

The Fur Runner: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP20

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Ben and Jared are getting to hangout with Crystal @thefurrunner. She drives a nicely setup 5th Gen 4runner that we get into the build out of...

Not A Forest Ranger: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP19

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're hanging out this week with Aubrey, @not.a.forest.ranger. Aubrey has a taste for adventure and the outdoors so he built up his Ford Ranger to tak...

Battle Ready Rig: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP18

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We get to hangout this week with Gabe from @battlereadyrigs and talk about his "slightly" modified '97 Jeep XJ. Our good buddy Neal @nealskis who know...

Weekend Getaways: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP17

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's just Ben and Jared hanging out this week. Jared recently headed up to the Eastern Sierra area for some fishing. His daughter and her friend wante...

The Desert Belles: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP16

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to know what it take to be a part of the Rebelle Rally? Well you're in for a treat. This week we're hanging out with Team Desert ...

The Helko Hunt: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP15

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have on Aric @as_is_overland. Jared and Aric just got back from 4 days in the Western Sierra. They had the opportunity to join a group fo...

Wifey & The Mall Rig: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP14

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We had a lot of fun on this episode getting to hangout again with Al @sponsoredbywifey who was last on the show back in Season 2, Episode #82. Plus ge...

Going Live With The Beaver: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP13

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We've been talking about it for awhile now and it's finally happening. We are now live and on camera. Whether or not thats a good thing we'll find out...

PNW Expo Recap and The Oregon Coast: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP12

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared are joined by their buddy Chef Sean @fstlayn this week. Jared and Sean have been doing some exploring along the 395 and share some highl...

Summertime Truck Diet: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP11

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode Ben and Jared are joined by their buddy Rafael @tacotrooper31. It's summertime and it's heating up. Ben and Rafa are stripping down their...

Higher Elevations: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP10

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jared and Ben are back from out on the road. They've been getting up to some higher elevations lately. Ben just got back from northern Arizona during ...

Boys Trip: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP9

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jared and Ben are camping together again! They set out for a nice 3 day adventure through Northern Arizona. They were joined by some family and a few ...

Death Valley Travels: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP8

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Jared and Ben are hanging out, sharing stories. Jared just recently went out with some friends out exploring parts of Death Valley. He share...

Flatbed Fun With Flatbed Tundra: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP7

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We got our buddy Mike @flatbedtundra on the show with us this week. Not only does Mike have a nicely setup Tundra with a flatbed, he also custom built...

Overland Priority: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP6

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We were finally able to get our friend Aim @overlandpriority to join us on the show! Not only does he go on some awesome adventures, he also has some ...

Desert or Dessert: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP5

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared both went camping in the desert this last weekend but not together. Ben took an adventure with both his dogs and a great group for an aw...

A Glimps Into Florida Overlanding: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP4

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week we had a great time getting to know Leeno from Ibis Offroad @ibisoffroad. Leeno gives us the run down on the offroad scene where he's from i...

From 2nd Hand, To 2 Wheel Overland: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP3

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, our buddy Matt Kester drops in. Matt, formally 2nd Hand Overland has started a new chapter in his life. He decided to give up his old Land ...

Livin In A Van Down By The River: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP2

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our first guest of 2024 is our buddy Adam @adam.m.queen. Photography is his profession and he's been fortunate enough to be able to call home anywhere...

Back From Holiday Trips: The Average Overlanders: S4. EP1

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We've been on a break for a bit to be with family over the holidays and to do some traveling. But we're back baby! This week Ben and Jared fill us in ...

Full-size Travels: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP39

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared are hanging out this week with longtime friend James @jamesporter4sure. We talk about how he's managed to put down over 320K miles on hi...

10 Days Through Colorado: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP38

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you only had 10 days to explore Colorado how would you do it? Well good friends of the show Aric and Shelby of @as_is_overland share with us how th...

The Barberena Brothers Vs. John Bull: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP37

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have the Barberena brother's in the studio this week. Brandon @code_5537 is not new to the show but Andrew decided to join in on the fun. They rece...

Lil’ Smokies Cookoff: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP36

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The first Lil' Smokies Campout and Cookoff is in the books! It was an awesome time up in the mountains, getting to hangout with old friends and making...

Adventures Up The 395: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP35

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're hanging out this week with Chef Sean @fstlayn. While Ben was in Arizona, Sean and Jared were both up exploring the 395. They were with different...

Overland V1.0: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP34

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week were joined by Rob and Avis from Overland V1.0. They are currently taking a short break from traveling all over in their ridiculously cool 2...

Offroad Power Couple: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP33

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we have Jessi @arctrooper.jl back with us in the studio but this time she brought along her husband Robert @mythosaurmotorsports. Together t...

Surviving Hurricane Hilary: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP32

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk about the hype of the "big" hurricane that was supposed to hit southern California and how to be prepared. A lot of what we use for ...

Friday Night Live: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP31

20 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared are hanging out on Instagram live this week. Talking about the so called "hurricane" about to come through southern California and every...

Website and Little Smokies Update: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP30

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have now officially launched our website where you can sign up for the first annual Little Smokies Campout. We talk a bit about what you will find ...

Shock Talk With ICON: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP29

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're diving into some shock and suspension discussions. Who better to educate us than Scott from Icon Vehicle Dynamics. He shares with us t...

Land Beavers Epic Journey: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP28

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fan favorite Norm @land_beaver1 is back with us in the studio. He and his wife Laura just got back from an epic 16 day trip exploring the midwest and ...

Expo Recap And The PNW: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP27

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! We took a week off but back to our usual antics. During our time off Ben's son Miles was born! Also, Jared decided to head north up to Ove...

Hanging With As Is Overland: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP26

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're hanging out with Aric @as_is_overland. We go over his recent trip to Kings Canyon and the Sequoia's then over to Pismo Beach. Before t...

Mr. Motts In The House: The Average Overlanders: S3. E25

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're having a good time this week as we are joined by Mr. Motts @frankiemotts and his daughter. As usual we are all over the place but some fun stori...

Gold Fever: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP24

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and our guest this week Alison @charmin4runner have caught a case of "gold fever". Their recent trip in search of good times with friends on a fun...

Pismo And Pizza: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP23

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're hanging out this week with our buddy Adam @the_twig_rig. We talk about his recent trip to Pismo Beach with 41.22 and O4Lo. We also talk about so...

Death Valley & Baja Fun: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP22

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was a lot of fun hanging out with Olaf @aventuraseeker and Paola @paolaadventurer. They share with us some of their adventures including ...

Memorial Day Weekend Fun: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP21

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the sacrifices of many to allow us to have this holiday free, we decide to make the most of it. Ben and Jared talk about the fun times they had t...

Overland Expo West Recap With Mosey On Overland: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP20

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is jam packed with Clancy @mosey.on.overland joining us to recap this years Overland Expo West. Both Clancy and Ben made it out to Flagst...

It’s Doodle Time!: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP19

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're hanging out in the studio with Mark @trailhawkdoods. Mark's been out hitting the trails with mans best friends, his Goldendoodles Chew...

Last Minute Trip Prep: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP18

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After celebrating our 100th episode it's now time to get back to taking some trips! But with having been busy the past few weeks it's come down to the...

The 100th Episode!: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP17

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking off our 100th episode and the Land Beaver makes an appearance! Our good friend Norm @land_beaver1 stopped by to bring us a gift, so of c...

Be Prepared With RESQ GS: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP16

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're getting prepared with Erick @resqgs from RESQ GS. With his years in the medical field he saw a need for reliable emergency safety equipment that...

The Ugly 80: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP15

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we sit down with Nate @the_ugly_80. He's just started building up his overland rig and off to a great start! Beginning with his '93 80 Serie...

A Monster Of A Good Time: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP14

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This was a monster of an episode as Jonathan Elkins @jonathan_elkins_ hangs out with us this week. Just when you thought you were cool putting 35's on...

Death Before Prius?: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP13

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our guest this week is changing our minds on the potential of hybrid vehicles for overlanding! Jimmy @black.jmyntrn, aka The Black Jimmy Neutron dropp...

YouTube With O4LO & 41.22: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP12

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this weeks episode we are joined by returning guest Nipoj from 41.22 and Kevin from Overland 4Lo. Kevin has a YouTube channel where he shares his ...

Deadman In The Studio: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP11

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have a blast this week hanging out with Sam @deadman_tundra from @deadman_offroad. In this episode we talk about where Deadman got its start to now...

Eat. Drink. Camp. With Chef Sean: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP10

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our friend Chef Sean @fstlayn stops by the studio this week. Seans is a legit Chef with over 30 years in the food industry. Unfortunately he wasn't co...

Changes To The Twig Rig: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP9

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week our good friend Adam @the_twig_rig stops back by the show. He's made quite a few changes to the Sequoia sense he was on last. We talk about ...

Recover With Xpedition America: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP8

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're hanging out with Cody @xpeditionamerica. He's a fellow Land Rover addict who's still in denial. From his Disco 2, to an LR4 and now hi...

Firearms Safety With The Mad Yeti: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP7

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was a long time in the works. We finally get to sit down with Tom @mad_yeti_. Tom is a firearms instructor with Skillset Defense and enjo...

King Of The Hammers Recap: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP6

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for this weeks episode as we recap our time out at King of the Hammers. Rafael @tacotrooper31 who joined us over the weekend stops by to help ...

Recording From IG Live And KOH Prep: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP5

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we decided to test out Instagram Live. Ben and Jared sit down and answer some questions from listeners live. With Ben having jus...

Meet Who Influenced Ben’s Offroad Addiction: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP4

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we get to know the man responsible for getting Ben into rock crawling and hooked on offroad adventuring. We're joined by Brandon @code_5337....

Catching Up With Friends: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP3

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode we catch up with some friends who have been on the podcast before. We're joined by Rafael @tacotrooper31 and Sergio @sergio.p4x. They've ...

Project Heal The Land: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP2

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hangout with us this week as we are joined by Rob @advrob from Project Heal The Land. Ever wondered how you can give back and help keep the trails and...

New Year, New Adventures: The Average Overlanders: S3. EP1

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're kicking the 2023 Season off right! It's the first of the year and we head off with friends in different directions in search of adventure and de...

A Freel Good Time: The Average Overlanders EP: 83

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Taylor from Freel Good Performance. We talk suspensions, the lost art of learning a skilled trade, road trips, not so smart...

Wifey Approved: The Average Overlanders EP: 82

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this weeks episode we sit down with Al @sponsoredbywifey to talk about how he came up with the Wifey Air System from Sponsored By Wifey He is also ...

Holiday Gift Guide 2022: The Average Overlanders EP: 81

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the holiday season and Christmas is just around the corner. Still struggling to find that perfect gift? Well our good buddy Neal @nealskis stops ...

Cosmo The Rock Warrior: The Average Overlanders EP: 80

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we had a great time in the studio with Chris, aka cosmo_rock_warrior on the Gram. We discuss how he's setup his nicely built Tundra, what go...

Winter Camping is Finally Here!: The Average Overlanders EP: 79

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jared and Patrick both separately head north for some cold weather camping but had two totally different experiences. Find out how they each prepared ...

Nice Rack: The Average Overlanders EP: 78

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're joined this week by Sam with Overland Ruff Rax. He shares with us how he got started from not being able to find the right products for his full...

Changing Things Up: The Average Overlanders EP: 77

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back at it. Camping at the beach, birthday tacos in the desert, and what changes we have coming to each of our setups. 

Busy Times, But Good Times: The Average Overlanders EP: 76

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's approaching camping season! There seams to be something going on every weekend now that temps are dropping. Ben and Jared talk about recent trips...

Recapping Fun Times at the OLAF Event: The Average Overlanders EP: 75

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode we share our time up at Holcomb Valley Ranch for the latest OLAF Event with awesome people, crazy weather and all around good times. 

Looking Forward to New Adventures: The Average Overlanders EP: 74

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Jared discuss the end of an era and the start of new projects, along with cooler weather coming with tons of adventures ahead to look forward ...

2 Podcasts Are Better Than 1 With Rigged For Dirt: The Average Overlanders EP: 73

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're in for a treat as Ali, owner of Kate the Jeep and a host of Rigged For Dirt Podcast and Summer Camp events stops by to talk about adventures, ...

Some Land Cruiser fun with Zoverlander: The Average Overlanders EP: 72

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We dive deep into Zaven's Land Cruiser build from @zoverlander. Some serious mods were done to turn this beast from a Cruiser to a Crawler.

Baja Expeditions: The Average Overlanders EP: 71

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to take a Baja expedition? Well, look no further than our guest Matt from Camp 4Lo. With over 30 years of exploring and racing Baja, Mexico he...

Multi Trip Recap: The Average Overlanders EP: 70

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All three of the guys are back in the studio after some much needed solo trips! In this episode we share some of our awesome adventures apart and the ...

Get Charged Up with Adventure Power Solutions! : The Average Overlanders EP: 69

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Tony from Adventure Power Solutions. We get into Solar setups, electronics, builds, trips and more! 

Charcuterie Board Master @F150whitewalker : The Average Overlanders EP: 68

02 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eric from www.gnswoodwork.com joins us to talk about everything from custom charcuterie boards to overland adventures in his well built full-size F-15...

Meet Rory from OLAF Events: The Average Overlanders EP: 67

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey Guys!   In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by Rory from AAC and OLAF Events. This episode goes was back to 2015 and all the way t...

Automotive Masochists, 2nd Hand Overland. The Average Overlanders EP:66

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

2nd Hand Overland joins us remotely from beautiful Scottsdale Arizona! We dive into the joys of owning Land Rovers, operating radios, and overall shen...

Live with As_Is_overland: The Average Overlanders EP: 65

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Patrick Jared and Ben are Joined by Aric! They go over Aric's recent truck modifications and while working through some technical diff...

Meet 41.22 Inc.: The Average Overlanders EP: 64

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys!   In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by Nipoj & Kamilla, the founders of 41.22inc! They manufacture innovative products for...

Meet KrisPlorer (Chris): The Average Overlanders EP: 63

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey Guys,   In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by Krisplorer! He's a fellow Tacoma driver who runs a personal blog and youtube channe...

Meet The_Twig_Rig (Adam): The Average Overlanders EP: 62

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared and Ben are joined by Adam @the_twig_rig. He's the first ever Sequoia driver on the show with big plans ...

Meet Norm_marine1 (Norm): The Average Overlanders EP: 61

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey Guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by longtime listener Norm! Norm took his first ever Overlanding trip to some of over...

Meet Jayce from Off Road Warehouse: The Average Overlanders EP: 60

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys!   In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by AliVenturer and Jayce (@jaycehensley) from Off Road Warehouse! They go over Jayce's...

MEXICO with OpenRoad4Two: The Average Overlanders EP: 59

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys!   In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by Randy and Milin from OpenRoad4two! They managed to go on an amazing trip to Mexico ...

Meet J.E_Van_Builds (Softroad Nation Jon): The Average Overlanders EP: 58

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by Jon from JE Van Builds LLC. and Softroad Nation. Jon is a US Army veteran who sta...

Unfinished Projects: The Average Overlanders EP: 57

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben go over unfinished projects. They also go over some other ideas on how to use your spare time i...

Adventures with TacoTrooper31 : The Average Overlanders EP: 56

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Jared and Ben are joined by Rafael. He's a huge supporter of the podcast and now a good friend. Rafa has spent multiple...

The Mini Adventure: The Average Overlanders EP: 55

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben go over Ben's new ride and the adventure they had driving it back from Washington state! It's a...

Overland Expo West 2022: The Average Overlanders EP: 54

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben go over a recent trip to Overland Expo West and a journey to the Grand Canyon. This is a good o...

Meet Jessi and Crystal: The Average Overlanders EP: 53

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben are joined by Jessi @arctrooper.jl and Crystal @la_arana_jk! These two ladies are Jeep drivers ...

CoVID Problems: The Average Overlanders EP: 52

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey Guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben have to go remote on this one because of covid 19. I hope you all enjoy it. 

Overrated OverBudget: The Average Overlanders EP: 51

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey guys,    In this episode Patrick, Jared, and Ben go over great gear and not so great gear. Of course it's all subject to interpretation, but som...