Alaska Offroad Expedition: Route Planning, Recovery Costs, and Gear You Actually Need
If you’re dreaming about an Alaska overland or Jeep expedition, this episode is your starting line. In this kickoff episode of the new Team & Trail expedition series, Robert Forto is joined by Cooper DeDycker, owner of Alaska Off-Road Expedition and works at Trail Toyz, off-road specialists, to break down what it really takes to explore Alaska safely and confidently. They cover: • How to plan multi-day Jeep routes using Gaia GPS and OnX Offroad • Public land access and what off-roaders get wrong about boundaries • Legendary Alaska trails like Knik Glacier, Hatcher Pass, and Eureka • The real cost of vehicle recovery in remote terrain • Seasonal challenges unique to Alaska • Must-have off-road mods (winch, lockers, tire size recommendations) • Emergency gear every Alaskan overlander should carry • The truth about budgeting for expedition travel Whether you’re a weekend warrior with a Tacoma or planning a once-in-a-lifetime Alaska adventure, this episode lays the groundwork. Alaska is the last frontier. But it demands preparation.
Team and Trail Launches New Off-Road & Overlanding Podcast Hosted by Robert Forto and Cooper DeDycker
We’re excited to announce a brand-new show on the Team & Trail podcast feed, hosted by Robert Forto (Sled Dog Jeep)and Cooper DeDycker (Alaska Lifestyle). This series is dedicated to all things off-road and overlanding in Alaska and beyond. From expedition planning and vehicle recovery to trail strategy, gear selection, and real-world lessons from the backcountry, Robert and […]