About Off-Road.com

Since 1995, Off-Road.com has been the trusted resource for off-road and overlanding enthusiasts. We specialize in delivering practical advice, step-by-step how-to guides, and unbiased gear reviews, all crafted by our team of experts with decades of real-world experience.

From selecting the best tires and overlanding gear to upgrading your rock-crawling rig or planning your next long-distance expedition, Off-Road.com provides the knowledge and insights you need to tackle any challenge. No matter where the trail leads, we're here to equip and inspire you to make every journey unforgettable.

About Verticalscope Inc.

Founded in 1999, VerticalScope Inc. is a privately-held Canadian corporation headquartered in Toronto. We are a leading Internet media company that provides detailed coverage and analysis of the automotive, powersports, technology, sports, and pet vertical markets. VerticalScope's network of industry leading web magazines, portals and online communities reach more than 50 million enthusiasts and decision makers each month. A pioneer in Consumer Generated Media, VerticalScope's targeted network of discussion forums and community web sites have in excess of 7 million registered members and tens of millions of consumer generated posts, articles, and blog entries. For more information please visit http://www.verticalscope.com/.

Off-Road Contributor Bios

Josh Patterson, Editor-in-Chief

Josh Patterson is an accomplished journalist, editor, and outdoor athlete whose work has appeared in more than two dozen outdoor, fitness, and travel publications. As editor of Off-Road, he blends his love of off-roading with storytelling to inspire readers to explore the outdoors. Josh is an enthusiastic supporter of brunch, the right to repair movement, and Type II Fun, as it leads to the most memorable stories. When he's not on the trails or testing gear, he enjoys planning his next adventure and spending time with his family.

Saris Mercanti - Contributing Editor

Off-road trails I roam,
Grease-stained hands and wheels I love,
Photos tell the tale.

Dan Cavallari - Contributor

Dan Cavallari is a Colorado-based writer, editor, and photographer. His work has appeared in Men's Journal, Kiplinger, Outside Magazine, VeloNews Magazine, Triathlete Magazine, and many more. Dan's love of the outdoors plays a central role in much of his writing, which led to his fascination with renewable energy - a topic on which he has written extensively in recent years. Dan is the founder of www.browntiemedia.com, a brand and content strategy agency. You can find him on Instagram at @browntiedan.

Alan Davis - Contributor

Alan has been exploring the off-road world since 2012, starting with a Jeep JK before transitioning to a Toyota Tacoma. His adventures span from the rugged Owyhee Canyonlands of Oregon to the iconic red rocks of Moab, Utah, and the vast Mojave Desert of California. Based in Orange County, Alan has spent the last 20 years capturing photos and videos in the adventure sports industry and writing for leading mountain bike publications. When not wrenching on his truck or planning his next overland trip, you'll find him riding his bike through the Santa Ana Mountains.

Shain Smith - Contributor

Shaine Smith writes about overlanding and outdoor gear. He has been in the outdoor industry and E-commerce since the early DotCom days. Shaine cut his teeth at a small startup called PlanetOutdoors.com. From there, he moved on to the bike industry. He's worked in startups and agencies and freelanced. He remembers way back when overlanding called simply called "car camping." When not writing, he's mountain biking, gravel riding, rock climbing, paddling, or traveling. He takes bread baking seriously and has been perfecting his pizza dough recipe for 10 years. He lives in Fort Collins, Colorado.