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Welcome back to Blue Ridge Bonfire! This episode is PACKED with updates, new product launches, and some wild stories (including a 48-hour filmmaking challenge with basically no sleep).IN THIS EPISODE:🥩 Jerky Contest is BACK - Amish Smokehouse Sweet & Hot Review📦 NEW PRODUCT: Gotta Go Wallet (aka Pocket Pal) - EDC organization perfection🎟️ OAR 2026 Early Bird Tickets - April batch SOLD OUT in 2 hours!🎬 Logan's 48-Hour Film Festival Challenge (7 hours of sleep over 3 days!)🔧 Rover repair success & tool organization tips🏕️ Upcoming: MSO Cheat Mountain Lodge Experience🚴 Big 200-mile bike trip prep💼 New laptop sleeve prototype heading to Defender Trophy🏪 Moore Expo sale (even though we're not there)🎙️ New studio space tour!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro & Taco Bell Deep Dive4:40 - Jerky Contest: Amish Smokehouse Review9:35 - NEW Gotta Go Wallet Reveal15:00 - OAR 2026 Early Bird Ticket Madness19:45 - Moore Expo Sale Details23:50 - Logan's 48-Hour Film Festival Story28:30 - Upcoming Adventures & Gear Prep32:00 - Seahorse Cases Discussion36:00 - RIP Zoom Recorder (2009-2026)CONNECT WITH US:Blue Ridge Overland Gear: www.blueridgeoverlandgear.comInstagram:  @BlueRidgeOverlandGear  Thanks for watching! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more outdoor gear, event updates, and the occasional deep dive into fast food philosophy.#OverlandGear #JerkyContest #EDC #OutdoorAdventure #FilmChallenge #MadeInUSA #GearReview #OAREvent #ProductLaunch

A little bit of everything in this one 🔥 In this Bonfire episode, we’re catching up after some great guests on the last few episodes — talking through what’s been going on lately, what’s happening in the shop, and a mix of topics that come up naturally along the way. From day-to-day work and current projects to random tangents and ongoing conversations, this is a laid-back episode that feels more like sitting in on a real conversation than following a set topic. If you’ve been around the channel for a while, this one will feel familiar.👉 Subscribe for more Bonfire conversations, gear talk, and stories from the road.

Rack systems, gear setups, and what it means to build products in the U.S. 🔧🔥In this episode of the Bonfire podcast, we sit down with the Bernhard Leitner from Leitner Designs to talk about overland rack systems, real-world vehicle setups, and the thinking behind how their products are designed and built.Alongside the gear conversation, we also get into American manufacturing — what goes into producing products domestically, the challenges that come with it, and why it still matters. It’s a grounded discussion about design, production, and how those decisions impact the end user.From mounting gear and organizing a truck to the bigger picture of how products are made, this is a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation.👇 Join the conversation:Does where gear is made matter to you when you're building out a setup?Topics Covered:Overland rack systems and real-world useGear mounting and organizationAmerican manufacturing and production challengesHow setups and products evolve over timeThanks for hanging out around the fire with us.👉 Subscribe for more overland conversations, gear talk, and stories from the road.

This one’s all about overlanding destinations — the places we’ve loved and the ones still on the list. 🌎🔥 In this episode of the Bonfire podcast, we’re joined by Josh Carter (known online as Gobi Recon) to talk about overlanding trip destinations. We get into some of our favorite places we’ve visited, what made them memorable, and the locations we’re still hoping to explore. From realistic weekend trips to bigger bucket-list routes, this conversation covers how we choose destinations, what draws us to certain regions, and what keeps us coming back to the trail. ⚠️ Quick Note on Audio:We had a mic failure during this episode, so the audio is pulled directly from the in-camera recording. It’s not our usual setup quality, but the conversation was too good not to share. Thanks for bearing with us.If you're planning your next overland trip or building out a travel bucket list, this one should give you a few ideas. 👇 Jump into the comments:What’s your favorite overlanding destination — and what’s still on your list?

What’s it actually like to go overlanding with kids? 🚙🔥In this Bonfire episode, we’re talking about the realities of traveling and camping as a family — the good, the chaotic, and everything in between. From planning trips differently to adjusting expectations on the trail, overlanding with kids changes the experience in ways you don’t always expect.We get into logistics, comfort, pacing, keeping kids engaged, and how trips evolve as they grow. Whether you're just starting to think about bringing your kids along or you've already been out on family adventures, this is an honest conversation about what works, what doesn’t, and how to make it sustainable.If you're diving into family overlanding or wondering how to balance adventure and parenting, this one’s for you.Topics Covered:How overlanding changes when kids are involvedPlanning routes and pacing differentlyGear considerations for family tripsManaging expectations on the trailMaking adventures fun for everyoneThanks for hanging out around the fire with us.👉 Subscribe for more overland conversations, gear talk, and stories from the road.Follow Keshawn on Youtube and Instagram -  ⁨@DirtyWhiteWagon⁩  👇 Join the conversation:What’s been your biggest challenge (or surprise) traveling with kids?

Cold weather, shop talk, and a few side stories along the way 🔥In this Bonfire episode, we’re talking through a cold winter week — layered clothes, wind, ice storms, and how winter weather changes the pace of work in the shop. As the conversation rolls on, we also get into Matt’s time at SHOT Show, what it’s like being there, and how it fits into the bigger picture. We wrap things up with some real-world vehicle talk, including Logan’s ongoing Land Rover issues. This one’s a casual, meandering conversation — winter conditions, travel, gear shows, and vehicle problems — the kind of stuff that comes up when you’re hanging out around the fire. 👇 Join the conversation:How does winter weather (or vehicle issues) change your plans?

Welcome back to the Blue Ridge Bonfire Podcast! In this episode, we’re sharing updates from the shop, new product releases, and a look ahead to SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Matt is gearing up for a week of walking, gear hunting, and discovering innovative outdoor products that inspire our next Ready Pack designs. We talk about: • Preparing for SHOT Show 2026 and what we’re looking for • New Ready Pack products and first aid pouch updates • Short runs in Ranger Green and Coyote launching soon • Winter wildlife sightings: hawks, fox squirrels, and more • Upcoming trail runs and B-roll video projects Whether you’re into overlanding, outdoor gear, or just love behind-the-scenes shop updates, this episode is packed with tips and stories. 🔥 Watch next: Our latest overlanding advice video on the channel! 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes and outdoor adventure content. #BlueRidgeBonfire #Overlanding #ShotShow2026 #OutdoorGear #ReadyPack #TrailLife #OffRoadAdventures #FirstAidKit #Backpacking #Hiking #Wildlife –––––– 📺 Subscribe to our channel for weekly episodes and product deep dives! 🔔 Turn on notifications so you don’t miss out on new outdoor gear content.

The first Bonfire podcast of 2026 is here 🔥In this episode, we’re kicking off the new year by talking about what’s ahead — new adventures, new products, and how we’re thinking about overlanding, media, and community moving forward.If you’re diving into a new season of overlanding, content creation, or just looking for some motivation to start 2026 strong, this one’s for you.👇 Jump into the conversation and let us know:What are you most excited about in 2026?

Welcome back to the Blue Ridge Bonfire podcast! We're coming in hot after Thanksgiving weekend with stories of ultramarathon suffering, questionable bike ride decisions, and somehow surviving Black Friday madness.IN THIS EPISODE:🏃 Logan's Mount ultra race recap - 35 miles with 6,500 feet of elevation gain🚴 Rick's 68-mile gravel bike adventure (with pizza and beer pit stop that was definitely a mistake)🦃 Thanksgiving celebrations, charcuterie boards, and double dockers🛍️ Black Friday deals and the economics of 70% off🎄 Christmas gift ideas for outdoor enthusiasts🏕️ Upcoming spring adventures: Jason Speck's MSX experience at Cheat Mountain Lodge🎙️ NEW STUDIO REVEALCONNECT WITH US:Blue Ridge Overland Gear: www.blueridgeoverlandgear.comInstagram:  @BlueRidgeOverlandGear  Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more outdoor adventures, gear reviews, and more!

We’re switching things up this week on the Blue Ridge Bonfire! Matt’s out of town, so Logan and Rick decided to sit down and talk about our trip down to Georgia Bushcraft — what we saw, who we talked to, and what made the event stand out this year. Instead of doing a traditional recap, we wanted to give you more of a behind-the-scenes look — the drive down, the vendors we met, the gear that caught our attention, and some of the ideas we took away for the next big trip or project. If you’re into overlanding, camping, or just hanging out around the fire with good conversation, this one’s for you. 🔥 Tune in, drop a comment with your favorite part of Georgia Bushcraft, and let us know if you like this kind of “off-format” episode — we might do more like it in the future!

After disappearing for a few weeks (October was CRAZY), we're back with a massive update episode! We're recapping Outdoor Adventure Rendezvous 2024, doing an epic jerky taste test with Yellowstone Natural bison and elk jerky, and talking about the wildest builds we saw at Overland Expo. Plus, the READY Pack backpack pre-order is LIVE right now - link below! We also spill the details on an absolutely insane custom VW Vanagon hybrid build running on portals with a BMW motor. This thing is going to be legendary. We're retiring some products to make room for new gear, and we're heading to Georgia Bushcraft next week. Drop a comment if you were at OAR or Expo, and let us know what you want to see on the podcast going forward! 🎒 READY Pack Pre-Order: https://www.blueridgeoverlandgear.com/products/ready-pack 🧑‍🍳 Dialed Camp Kitchen Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dialedkitchen/dialed-camp-kitchen 🔔 Subscribe for weekly overland gear reviews, trip reports, and adventure content

This week, our friend The Overland Medic stopped by the studio for a catch-up. We recap an awesome weekend at Adventure X Fest with the Mountain State Overland crew—sharing stories from the trail, rigs we checked out, and the overall vibe of one of the East Coast’s premier overland events. We also dive into some gear we’ve been testing and loving lately. Plus, Matt gives a quick shop update on what’s happening behind the scenes here at Blue Ridge Overland Gear. And for those in the Made it to the end Club, stick around until the very end for a special update you won’t want to miss! *Please bear with the roomy audio. Our recorder malfunctioned.

Welcome back to the Blue Ridge Bonfire Podcast! 🔥 This week’s episode is packed with everything from wild rigs and new gear finds to taste-testing local spirits and gearing up for fall events. We kick things off discussing a six-wheel Jeep Gladiator, dive into some new outdoor gear like the Nestout waterproof battery, and share updates from the BROG shop—including progress on our new backpack and EDC upgrades. Then it’s time for something a little different: a tasting featuring Sutlers Gin and Virginia Distillery’s American Single Malt. We talk bottles, branding, and why these spirits might just belong on your next camping trip. 🍸🥃 Other Topics: 🚴 Adventures with Mission Miles and Project Recover 🦌 Rick’s Rant 🚲 New bike shop shoutout in Lynchburg/Bedford 🛠 Shop updates: backpacks, chest rigs, and EDC XL tweaks 📅 Outdoor Adventure Rendezvous coming October 24–26 – with gear swap, 5K, gravel ride & food trucks If you enjoy this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment below. Full-length episodes are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen. On YouTube, watch for segment videos rolling out between episodes. 👉 Made It To The End Club - https://tinyurl.com/3cn3peve Virginia Distillery - https://www.vadistillery.com/ Sutler's Spirit Co. - https://www.sutlersspiritco.com/

In this episode of the Blue Ridge Overland Gear Bonfire Podcast, we’re mixing trail talk, gear reviews, and a little snack-time science—because who says overlanding can’t be delicious? We start with the Titan Terrain Depth Gauge—a weighted, buoyant pole with depth markings and a hand-lined reel designed to make water crossings safer (and way more fun). Then we head to Georgetown, DC, for a look inside the brand-new Huckberry store, stocked with everything from and Tender t-shirts to Astraflex shoes—and maybe even a future coffee bar in the works. Other highlights this week: The latest Overland news (including Stellantis vehicle updates)Why Columbia’s new ad campaign is getting our thumbs-upA few fresh mechanical headaches from Logan’s Land Rover LR3Responding to your comments from last week’s episode As always, we’d love to hear from you—drop a comment and tell us what topics or gear you want us to cover next.

In this episode of the Overland Bonfire Podcast, we reconnect with a longtime friend of the Blue Ridge crew—someone you’ve probably seen in past trail tech videos and rig walkarounds. While he’s spent over a decade in the overland scene, this conversation is less about his latest build and more about where that journey has taken him next. Two years ago to the day, he made the call to shut down his trail tech brand. Now, he’s launched Evolution Woodworks, a business that brings his background in craftsmanship and design into a new chapter. We dig into what it took to make that leap, and some of the interesting things he is doing in this new chapter. We also swap stories from past overlanding trips, reflect on the value of doing things by hand, and talk about finding balance between utility and beauty in the things we build.If you’re into craftsmanship, small business journeys, and gear that tells a story, this one’s for you. Check out Evolution Woodworks → https://www.evowoodworks.com/