Four wheelers know it’s critical to be prepared when they go off road. One area that sometimes gets taken for granted is the ability to start fires. We just assume that a book of matches or lighter will be handy when needed. That’s usually the case while in camp or… Continue reading
Four wheeling is often looked at as a young man’s game. The perception is that you use a 4WD for hard core rock crawling, heart pumping, sweaty palm adrenaline charged terrain. The fact is that there are hundreds and thousands of scenic sites, great camp grounds, old mines, and ghost… Continue reading
January is a time for resolutions: lose weight, eliminate bad habits, be a better person. Perhaps you made a list for this year (and are already finding it difficult to follow). This is also a good time to review the gear and equipment used in off road driving. Does any… Continue reading
Picture this: You drive for hours to a destination, and then realize that you left a really important piece of gear back home. It’s so important that your off-road excursion is kaput without it. Has that ever happened to you? There are numerous ways a 4-wheeling adventure can be thrown… Continue reading
We four wheelers are known for being resourceful. You know, fix just about anything anywhere “ especially while off road “ using the most unusual tools or items. Sometimes you need to use what you have to get through a pinch. But it is true that we can make use… Continue reading
We all know a person we enjoy when they go 4-wheeling with us. And you are not alone in your view. Everyone likes this person’s company. Have you ever stepped back and asked what is it you appreciate about them? What habits do they exhibit that you would like to… Continue reading
As you prepare for your next 4WD excursion, I’m sure you put a lot of thought into what to take. Naturally, that depends on what types of trails you’ll drive on and what destinations you expect to visit. Included are some thoughts about recovery and survival. But, once you’re started… Continue reading
I have been experimenting with a Bubba rope now for a few months. The one I have is the recently released Renegade model. It is designed primarily for 2 door jeep size vehicles. This one is rated at 19,000 lb. breaking strength and is 20 feet long. The Bubba rope… Continue reading
And I am enjoying it. I get to chew over every catalog, every Internet site and every vehicle I see. Maybe the analogy is a stretch, but it feels a bit like dating. Four wheeling, as a rule, entails frequent changes or improvements to the vehicle and gear. You should… Continue reading
One of the things that makes four wheeling so much fun is seeing new and unusual places. The driving itself, while an experience in its own way, can be secondary to what you see while off road. The destination can be as fascinating as the drive. One of the more… Continue reading
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