The 2021 Mountain Rendezvous
For the past couple of years, we’ve been restricted in our day-to-day a...
TESTED: Lightforce Lights HTX2 Twin Pack
For the last ten years, I’ve had a pair of Lightforce Blitz lights on the front of my Tacoma – and they’ve been awesome lights. Ten years is a long time to have any product, and it’s even more impressive when you consider that these lights have been outside for that entire time. These lights have baked in the Arizona sun, and frozen in the Colorado winter. They’ve held up to more than 150,000 miles …
Eat Well In The Wild!
Eating well in the field can be fast, easy, and fun. And it doesn't have to taste bad!
Jeep fires back at Ford with new JL Wrangler Xtreme Recon Package
A new Jeep® Wrangler Xtreme Recon package raises the bar for the competition while taking the brand into new territory. June 25, 2021 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Jeep® 4×4 capability is legendary, and the brand continues its leadership position as the most capable 4×4 in the world. As the brand continues its 80th Anniversary this year, it is elevating its capability game yet again with the introduction of the new Jeep Wrangler Xtreme Recon …
Battle of the Boxes: AluBox vs Zarges
We put our trail tested Alu Boxes up against their rivals from Zarges
Throwing Shade
Reviewing Force Protector Gear's entry into the Overland vehicle market
Fishing for Fun & Survival
In a backcountry survival situation, FISHING is an excellent source of food, and in some environments it may be your ONLY source of food. During normal times, trying your hand at fishing with some of the more arcane techniques can also be a whole lot of FUN! As Hank Williams Jr once said, “We’re from North California and South Alabam’, And little towns all around this land. And we can skin a buck, and run …
Return of the Thumper: The new 2022 Kawasaki KLR650
After a two year hiatus, the KLR650 returns better than ever, and still affordable!
Rebuilding Icon Vehicle Dynamics Shocks
Along with good tires, your suspension is THE single most significant upgrade that you can make to a vehicle, and ICON Vehicle Dynamics (IVD) makes some of the best rebuildable off-road shocks around.
Long Term Review: Benchmade Auto Triage and 917BK
I have to admit that prior to using a Benchmade Knife, I was a $20 El Cheapo knife guy.
Jeep Farout Concept Vehicle
Initially slated to be revealed at this year’s Moab Easter Jeep Safari, Jeep® introduced their Gladiator Farout Concept today, intent on leveraging the Jeep Gladiator’s excellent 4×4 payload and fuel-efficient 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine. They also teamed up with some well known brands in the overland industry to make it instantly ready for long range vehicle based adventure travel. Where would you take it? Please comment below and tell us your thoughts! Jeep® FarOut concept …
Adventure Downtime
As lock downs are lifting, I wanted to stop and reflect on some new hobbies I’ve been keeping busy with. The activities are overland-related and should improve your overall experience on your next trip.
