Join overlanding experts Clay Croft and Richard Giordano as they reflect on their personal journeys from minimalist backpacking to fully built trucks traveling across borders.

In this episode, Clay and Richard draw on their own experience to explore how experience shapes the way we approach gear, vehicle builds, and life on the road. They break down the natural progression of truck setups, what to pack, and how your approach shifts between weekend trips and long-haul expeditions.

Whether you’re just getting started or refining your current setup, this conversation offers practical insights into building capability over time without overcomplicating the process.

Tune in for an honest discussion on growth, perspective, and why the most important step is simple: use what you have and get out there.

Sponsored by Mobil 1
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What does it actually take to build something—and keep it going when things don’t go to plan? In this episode, Clay Croft and Andy Ellis dive into the reality behind the journey, where expectations meet friction and the only way forward is to adapt. From key decisions to the moments that could have derailed everything, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it really looks like to figure things out in real time. It’s not just about the wins—it’s about the process, the pressure, and the mindset required to keep moving when the path isn’t clear. Because the version of the story you see is only part of it—this is everything underneath.

Sponsored by Mobil 1
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The 2025 Rebelle Rally (10th Edition) is just a week away!

Did you know that for 10 days, teams of 2 will cover some of the harshest terrain across 1,500+ miles with no gps while testing their driving and navigation skills - using only maps, compass, and roadbook?

Join Rachelle Croft and Leah Heffelfinger as they reflect on previous years of their involvement and competing in the Rebelle Rally! You'll hear Rachelle's backstory of how she found the Rebelle Rally, and both Rachelle and Leah's expertise about testing their skills and vehicles in various editions of the Rebelle Rally over the past 10 years. Listen in for behind the scenes thoughts of Rachelle's start into the world of the Rebelle Rally, her first place win in 2019 with her driving partner, Taylor Pawley, and Rachelle's thoughts and plans as she prepares to return with Taylor to compete in the rally just one week from now.

Stay tuned and follow along @xoverland on Instagram for updates as Rachelle Croft and Taylor Pawley return to compete in the 2025 Rebelle Rally from October 8 - October 18, 2025 as an Official Toyota Team in the All-New Trailhunter 4Runner.